Yew Tree House 4 Church Street | | South | NN13 5QJ

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A stunning Grade II Listed cottage, which has been beautifully refurbished by the current owners and is sold with no chain.

Yew Tree House Cover.indd 4 02/03/2020 08:59 Yew Tree House Pages.indd 1 02/03/2020 08:54 Yew Tree House Pages.indd 2 02/03/2020 08:54 Situated in the sought after village of Helmdon, this charming family home offers a wealth The first is the family room, located on the opposite side of the hallway from the kitchen of character features throughout. with windows to the front and rear of the house.

Upon entering the property, the entrance hall has stairs rising to the first floor and access For more formal occasions, the dining room is the ideal place to entertain and with to the breakfast kitchen. windows to the front and French doors to the rear, there is a good degree of natural light afforded. The room also has beams and an inglenook fireplace with bread oven. The bespoke breakfast kitchen has solid oak cabinets, space for Rangemaster oven, Silestone (quartz) work surface areas, breakfast bar, a useful utility area with door to the Access is provided to a large living room which also has exposed beams, fireplace and rear and windows to the front and rear. window seats to both windows.

There are three generous reception rooms which are very versatile and all beautifully decorated and brimming with character features.

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Located between and , around four miles north of , the sought-after village of Helmdon sits on the , which is flanked by meadows that separate the village into two. Positioned in the heart of the village is 16th century Grade II listed Yew Tree House, a quaint yet sizeable stone-built cottage in excellent condition. Fully re-decorated and refurbished throughout, including new flooring, Roman blinds, curtains, light fittings and a high-quality German electric radiator system which is fully controllable by smartphone or tablet, the cottage has all the charm of yesteryear with plenty of modern convenience. ‘The charm and quaintness of the cottage along with the great location attracted us – It’s rural yet close to good towns and road networks, so you don’t feel cut off. There’s a village just around the corner, an excellent pub within walking distance and a vibrant village community, largely organised through the parish council. There is also a villagers Facebook page to keep everyone up-to-date with local news,’ say the owners. Helmden sits in a parish which also includes the hamlets of and and covers more than 1,550 acres.

The village’s central location offers good access to , North Cotswolds, Warwickshire and Buckinghamshire; the vibrant hubs of Northampton, Oxford, Banbury, Chipping Norton, and Milton Keynes all being within a 30-mile radius. Helmdon is also conveniently located for the M40, which provides access to Birmingham, Oxford and , in addition to a train network providing an swift commute to Marylebone taking under an hour.

‘The new dining room is my favourite spot in the house; it has beautiful views over the garden, and during the winter, when the fire is lit in the Inglenook fireplace, it feels wonderfully peaceful and cosy.’

‘Yew Tree House is centrally located in the village, perfectly positioned for the start of a Sunday walk out to surrounding villages and back again via excellent local pub the ‘Fat Landlord’. The garden is a wonderful space ideal for summer entertaining – we’ve had some memorable summer barbeques with friends and family.’

‘We’ll miss the overall size of the property and grounds – it has felt like our little oasis of calm amongst busy lives.’*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Yew Tree House Pages.indd 6 02/03/2020 08:55 Yew Tree House Pages.indd 7 02/03/2020 08:55 Yew Tree House Pages.indd 8 02/03/2020 08:55 There are two staircases in the property, the staircase from the dining room provides The staircase from the main entrance hall leads to two further bedrooms, again both access to two bedrooms, both having en-suite facilities. having en-suites one with a lovely roll-top bath and one with a multi jet power shower.

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The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature fruit trees and attractive borders. A south-facing large terrace is the perfect setting for ‘al-fresco’ dining whilst gates lead to the front of the property where there is parking for five cars.

Also benefitting from having potential for a garage, this beautiful home must be viewed. EPC exempt.

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Helmdon is situated around four miles North of Brackley and is conveniently located for the M40 which provides access to Birmingham, Oxford and London in addition to the train network providing an easy commute to Marylebone in under an hour. Helmdon is also convenient for Milton Keynes which is just 35 minutes from Euston.

As you explore the High Street, Courtyard Mews and Brackley’s hidden lanes and backstreets, you will come across many independent specialist shops and boutiques that sell a surprisingly diverse range of goods. From new and antique musical instruments, original artwork and antiquarian books, to maps, gifts, designer fashion and a traditional butcher. The town is particularly well known for antiques, with 150 independent, specialist dealers based at the Brackley Antique Cellar. The town’s cafes, bars, restaurants provide a warm welcome, often serving locally sourced meat, fruit and vegetables. The pedestrianized piazza outside the Town Hall hosts regular markets. It is also the focal point for many of the town’s annual festivals. Brackley Leisure Centre, currently undergoing refurbishment, has a fantastic range of facilities, including state of the art fitness studios with over 30 weekly classes on offer and will provide two new swimming pools. With football, rugby, squash, tennis and bowls clubs, there is something for everyone.

Brackley is also a great base from which to explore the various attractions the region has to offer, including nearby Silverstone, home of Formula One; Racecourse; Bicester Village designer outlet shopping; Evenley Wood Gardens; Stowe Landscape Gardens and Manor, ancestral home of George Washington.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 02.03.2020

Yew Tree House Pages.indd 19 02/03/2020 08:56 Yew Tree House Pages.indd 20 02/03/2020 08:57 TERRY ROBINSON FINE & COUNTRY DIRECTOR OF FINE & COUNTRY BANBURY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies Fine & Country Banbury specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury M: 07736 937 633 | DD: 01295 239663 residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, email: [email protected] Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure Terry has been in the estate agency industry for 20 years and has a wealth of of the international marketplace with the local expertise knowledge in the property sector. Having left the corporate world to set up his and knowledge of carefully selected independent property own brand, Terry has already built up a great reputation with local buyers and professionals. sellers. His aim is to deliver the highest levels of service and to make any client feel valued. Terry has already sold several properties which had been on the market Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties with other estate agents previously and he puts this down to his attention to detail require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent and his hunger for success. presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised YOU CAN FOLLOW TERRY ON and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

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