House For Sale £800,000
Meadow Cottage lies in a rural location one mile outside the historic village of Bampton. There are stunning, uninterrupted views from the rear garden, which overlooks open fields. With the kind permission of the local landowner, all fencing has been removed, allowing for magical sunrises. The semi-detached property dates from 1850 and has been sympathetically extended.
On arrival, a gravel drive allows for parking for approximately three to four cars. Upon entering the double fronted cottage, a slate floor hall leads to a generous kitchen. This open-plan kitchen runs from the front to the rear, allowing for a large dining area with double doors opening into the garden. There is a separate utility room and downstairs office. There are two further reception rooms on the ground floor, one could double as a bedroom or family room as a bathroom is attached. The second reception room has part exposed stone walls and an open fire.
A staircase leads up to the first floor where there is a primary bedroom with a Juliet balcony overlooking open fields, an ensuite shower room and walk-in wardrobe. In addition, there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Outside, there are two substantial buildings. The first benefits from a separate WC, plumbing and electricity, which could potentially be upgraded to an annex/office. The second outbuilding was historically used as kennels but now allows a generous storage space.
Summary of accommodation:
Entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, snug, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, traditional outbuilding with potential to convert, further storage outbuilding, parking.
Services: Mains water, electricity, mains gas, private drainage. Fibre optic broadband connected.
Viewings
By appointment through sole selling agent Knight Frank
On arrival, a gravel drive allows for parking for approximately three to four cars. Upon entering the double fronted cottage, a slate floor hall leads to a generous kitchen. This open-plan kitchen runs from the front to the rear, allowing for a large dining area with double doors opening into the garden. There is a separate utility room and downstairs office. There are two further reception rooms on the ground floor, one could double as a bedroom or family room as a bathroom is attached. The second reception room has part exposed stone walls and an open fire.
A staircase leads up to the first floor where there is a primary bedroom with a Juliet balcony overlooking open fields, an ensuite shower room and walk-in wardrobe. In addition, there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Outside, there are two substantial buildings. The first benefits from a separate WC, plumbing and electricity, which could potentially be upgraded to an annex/office. The second outbuilding was historically used as kennels but now allows a generous storage space.
Summary of accommodation:
Entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, snug, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, traditional outbuilding with potential to convert, further storage outbuilding, parking.
Services: Mains water, electricity, mains gas, private drainage. Fibre optic broadband connected.
Viewings
By appointment through sole selling agent Knight Frank
Meadow Cottage has some of the most delightful rural settings yet less than a mile from the shops and local attractions in the historic heart of Bampton. Bampton is a thriving, attractive and historic village containing a wealth of beautiful Cotswold stone properties. It is home to everyday amenities, including a primary school, shops, a supermarket, a post office, a doctor's surgery and a variety of good pubs and cafes.
The market towns of Witney, Faringdon and Burford are all within a short distance and provide a broader selection of facilities. Dating back to the Iron Age, the village of Bampton is one of the oldest settlements in England. In the early Middle Ages much of its wealth was built on wool, making it home to many beautiful buildings of architectural interest that still stand today. For centuries, it has been famed as a centre for Morris Dancing, and more recently, Bampton is also known as the location of Downton Village, in the television series, Downton Abbey.
Golf courses at Burford, Buckland, Frilford and Oxford and racing at Cheltenham and Newbury. The area is well known for attractive open countryside and lovely walks along a network of footpaths and bridleways, including the Thames Footpath. With its proximity to a selection of fantastic schools, including Buckland CE, St Peters CE, Burford High, Hatherop Castle, St Hughs, Cokethorpe, The Dragon, Abingdon, St Helen's, St Edwards, Radley College and Oxford High School, the area is particularly sought-after.
Bampton Garden Plants 1/2 mile, Bampton 1 mile, Witney 5 miles, Burford 8 miles, Oxford 16 miles, Oxford Parkway (London Marylebone from 50 minutes) 16 miles, Didcot Parkway (London Paddington from 40 minutes), London 70 miles (All distances and times are approximate).
Directions (OX18 2EN)
From Bampton, take the Buckland Road towards Buckland. Continue past the Garden Centre and Meadow Cottage is on the left in 0.7 miles. From the A420, take the Buckland Road towards Bampton and Meadow Cottage is situated 0.7 miles after the Trout Inn at Tadpole Bridge.
