Casio Cottage Shilton | Burford | Oxfordshire | OX18 4AW

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‘Casio Cottage’ is a beautifully presented detached four bedroomed Cotswold stone cottage and converted former stables, with a separate detached annexe, set in a rural Cotswold countryside. An attached two-acre paddock, with stables and compact ménage, provide equestrian facilities with direct access to the rolling Oxfordshire countryside. The property itself, lies within a short stroll of the quintessential Cotswold village of Shilton and short drive from historic Burford, whilst providing excellent access links to London, by rail via Charlbury Station (90 mins).

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The main entrance door leads into the hallway, which provides access to a cloakroom and A ground floor additional conversion, accessed from the hall, provides two double utility room housing the oil-fired central heating boiler. This flows through to the spacious bedroom suites. The first principal suite has fitted wardrobes, floor length widows and dining room, with solid wood flooring and double patio doors, giving access to the south full bathroom suite. The second guest bedroom is also complimented by floor length facing inner courtyard. This room also provides access to the first-floor bedrooms and windows, fitted wardrobes and ensuite shower room. bathroom. The upstairs accommodation is accessed via a wooden staircase from the dining room, From the dining room you access both the kitchen/breakfast room and the sitting to a galleried upper landing. There are two double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings with room. The kitchen/breakfast room is presented with country style units and modern exposed beams, the larger of these has fitted wardrobes and both are serviced by a family appliances, with solid wood flooring and bi-fold doors leading again into the south facing bathroom with velux. courtyard. The exposed feature stone wall complements the sympathetic restoration of the living space. The sitting room’s generous proportions are balanced by a fireplace with woodburning stove, continued solid wood flooring and bi-fold doors to the courtyard.

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“Having the dream of being able to one day own land, to keep both my horse and my daughters’ pony at home became a reality.” “We were already paying for Livery not too far away from here, so it just made sense,” says Gail. When in 1989 they managed to eventually buy Westfield Farm from the Baston family. “It certainly was not anything like it is today says Albert” In fact “Gail and I used to give each other Birthday gifts of Bricks, and roof tiles instead of the normal things” so you could say we have made sacrifices.

Do you think you would have done the same thing if you had known how much work it was going to take? before Albert could reply Gail said, “Waking up to the wildlife, and the beautiful Cotswold countryside surrounding us every morning, and the freedom, and security afforded her children whilst growing up was invaluable.” Things today we cannot so easily take for granted. “

Gail recalls “one of several memorable times here was when our children became 18 and 21 years, with my daughters 18th birthday we held a house warming party at the same time, and had people camp out in the paddocks, it was so nice to be able to have so many people, as we had the space to accommodate them camping in our paddocks.

“Our nearby Village of Shilton has a tremendous pub restaurant run by Martin the food is excellent, he is a London Hotel trained chef who owns the Freehold of the Rose & Crown. There is also an excellent Indian restaurant in Burford we like called the “ Spice lounge. Even though we are in the countryside and rural we are lucky and spoilt for choice for food & independent shopping having a local Waitrose, & M&S Food in Witney. Or closer still Carterton literally 5 minutes away with a well-Stocked Morrisons, not to forget mention of the famous Burford garden centre.

Having been a builder the majority of Albert’s life creating Westfield Farm & Casio Cottage has certainly been a true labour of love, and life’s work, over these past several decades, or longer it seems fitting and about time, they both deserve and can now look forward to a slower pace of life in the Sun.

* 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.

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To the south of the main dwelling, a separate detached annexe provides additional accommodation, whether needed for extended family stays, or for potential business income, such as traditional rental, Airbnb, or pony holidays. The Annexe consists of an open plan living, dining, kitchen room, separate double bedroom, and bathroom. Serviced by slimline electric heaters, and electric water heating. Please note there is a different EPC for the Annexe.

Outside

The property sits within a total of 2.52 acres, of which c.2 acres encompass a purpose built 6 stable block, store room, tack room and feed/hay store, serviced with hot and cold water. Beyond this the paddocks are separated by post and rail fences. The present owners have also created a compact ménage with rubber surface, suitable for home schooling.

The property enjoys a south facing inner courtyard with covered entertaining space for al fresco dining, as well as large decking seating area. In addition, the property also affords a private garden area, with raised decking overlooking a lawn with borders and a mature tree, enclosed by close board fencing and stone walling to the front. Private sewage system is a access from this area. As is Oil Tank.

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Distances by Road to: Burford 3.7 Miles Oxford 19.5 miles Cheltenham 25.4 miles Bath 58.8 miles Bristol 61.8 miles

Airport Access: Birmingham Airport 58.2 miles London Heathrow 61.1 miles Witney 7.0 Miles

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The property is located a short walk from the centre of Shilton, which lies only 3.7 miles to the south of Burford, known as the Gateway to the Cotswolds. Shilton typifies what you would expect of a Cotswold Village, with many of the properties constructed from local stone. It was chosen as a location for the popular television drama Downton Abbey, in which The Old Forge (beside the ford) became the Red Lion pub, as well as featuring the delightful little 18th century hump-backed bridge. In the centre of the Village there is an open green and attractive ford across ‘The Shill’ brook. It also boasts an award- winning public house restaurant, The Rose & Crown, noted within the Good Food Guide and Michelin Food Guide.

For main services, Burford is a small market town well known for its listed buildings with one of the most visited and beautiful churches in the country. The town has a charming small museum and a notably attractive unspoilt high street, containing a thriving community with many independent shops and eateries. Nearby facilities include the Burford Garden Centre, Burford Golf Course and Cotswold Wildlife Park. There are many well-marked rural walks and cycleways for those outdoor pursuits.

Schooling both state and private are available locally, notably Burford School formed in 1571. Known for its wide enrichment programme with both Music, and Equestrian featuring strongly. One of very few boarding state schools in the Country. As well as Burford Primary school Ofsted rated Good in most recent inspection.

Other Independent Primary schools are: St Hugh’s, Cothill, Chandlings Manor, Abingdon, and Cokethorpe. Within a short drive you have Oxford which offers a surrounding plethora of further leading private & Independent schools such as St Edward’s Mixed, St Helens & Katharine’s, Headington Girls, and the Dragon School.

Specialist schools for Dyslexia & related learning issues The Unicorn School Abingdon, and Mabel Pritchard Oxford.

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Distances by train: Charlbury to London Paddington 1 hour 15 mins.

Local Authority: West Oxfordshire District Council

Viewing arrangements: Strictly via sole agents Fine & Country Oxford

Website: For More information visit www.fineancountry.com/uk/oxford

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 4:30pm

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Annexe

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 12.08.2020

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