The Thatched Cottage Thenford | Banbury | OX17 2BX the THATCHED COTTAGE

The Thatched Cottage Thenford | Banbury | OX17 2BX THE THATCHED COTTAGE

A most charming and deceptively spacious Grade II Listed cottage in the sought after village of Thenford comprising open plan kitchen, scullery, ground floor bathroom, stunning garden room, sitting room, two/ three bedrooms, en-suite shower room and beautiful gardens. Must be viewed to be appreciated.

A most stunning and deceptively spacious cottage situated in the sought after village of Thenford.

Enjoying a rural setting, yet conveniently situated for Junction 11 of the M40, this home has been lovingly cared for by the current owners and must be seen to be appreciated.

Upon entering, the breakfast kitchen is of an open plan design and has ample work surfaces, lovely features to include a Belfast sink unit, space for a table to seat six guests and an Everhot system with two ovens and warming drawer.

The scullery was the original kitchen but now serves as an excellent utility area.

There is a further work surface, Belfast sink units, a window to the rear, a stable door opening out to the rear garden and access to the bathroom which is fitted in a white suite and has a frosted window to the front elevation.

The garden room has been added to the property to make this the ideal setting for anybody who likes to entertain.

This bright and airy room has a sitting area, perfect for retiring after a dinner party, and patio doors which provide lovely views over the gardens.

The sitting room is full of charm and character features, from the open fire in a feature fireplace to the exposed beams, this is a lovely quiet room.

There is a fitted unit with shelving, windows to the front and rear and stairs rising to the first floor.

To the first floor, there is a small landing area with a storage cupboard and access to a delightful room with many exposed beams. This could be an ideal dressing room, occasional bedroom, or a nursery for anybody with a baby so they can be close by to the feature bedroom.

A door leads to the feature bedroom which has a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, a window to the side and a door to an en-suite shower room.

The guest bedroom has loft access above, exposed beams and windows to the side and rear elevations.

Seller Insight

Thenford is a beautiful, unspoilt village surrounded by the gentle Oxfordshire countryside, and the present owners, Patrick and Kim were delighted to discover such a tranquil setting. They immediately fell in love with the delightful Thatched Cottage, which dates from the mid 17th century, and has an inviting quintessentially English cottage, kerbside appeal.

Patrick explains that the cottage is a very special property where the character and enchantment of its history, fuses naturally with the chic, modern garden room and streamlined kitchen they created four years ago. The area has a fantastic wow factor.

The stunning space is the perfect family centre where the family cook, eat and relax. The two complete glass walls flood the room with natural light and invite the garden in. There is no better place to be than settled comfortably before the window, watching the busy bird life in the garden. Kim says it is the perfect entertaining zone where, for summer parties, guests enjoy both house and garden.

The unique quality of the cottage comes when you pass through the glass link from the sophisticated modern, into the charm and history of the beamed sitting room complete with inglenook fireplace. With the firelight flickering across the beams it makes a cosy winter retreat, with the sensation of being a part of the cottage’s long history.

The appealing qualities continue into the bedrooms where, once again, beams and a vaulted ceiling combine with twenty first century comfort.

The owners have lovingly created a landscaped garden, with colourful planting and a vegetable plot. This peaceful and private garden has pleasing views across the village and is where you can settle by the pond to simply savour your surroundings.

For the commuter, Thenford is conveniently close to the M40 and the mainline station at Banbury four miles away. There are schools in Middleton Cheney a mile away and the area abounds in leisure opportunities. Thenford Arboretum and gardens provides seventy acres of lovely walks. There is a golf club close by, racing at Cheltenham, motor racing at Silverstone, and world class theatre in Stratford upon Avon.

Patrick and Kim have loved their seven years at The Thatched Cottage and will miss the whole way of life in the cottage, the garden and friendly village. They take away many very happy memories.*

* 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.

The very pretty rear garden has also been well looked after by the owners who are keen gardeners. There is a lawned area, immaculate borders, a useful log store, shed and a feature pond. A truly beautiful home which must be seen to be appreciated.

Location

Thenford is a beautiful village situated around four miles East of Banbury, five miles North-West of Brackley and is conveniently located for the M40 which provides easy access to Birmingham, Oxford, Bicester and London, whilst the local train network provides a commute to Marylebone in under an hour.

Services Oil fired central heating Mains drainage

Local Authority South Northamptonshire

Tenure Freehold

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01295 239666

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/ banbury

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm Sunday By Appointment Only

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 15.03.2021

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