Impressive modern home in large, attractive gardens DescriptionTivoli is an impressive and stylishly presented family home of around 4266 sq ft, lying in large, attractive gardens. The well proportioned, flexible and practical accommodation is arranged over three floors, and has been re-configured and updated to provide excellent living and entertaining space, which will appeal to families of all ages. On the ground floor, the welcoming entrance hall leads to the principal reception rooms, which include a comfortable sitting room and a double aspect drawing room with French doors opening to the rear garden. The centrepiece is the impressive kitchen/breakfast/dining room. With a triple aspect and two sets of double doors opening to the terrace, it is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. There is also a useful utility/laundry room, a walk-in pantry, family room and a gym/studio. On the upper floors are six good bedrooms, three en suite, together with a family bathroom. The gardens are an attractive feature. A driveway provides ample parking, with a lawned area to one side bordered by high hedging. The rear garden has been carefully landscaped and thoughtfully designed, with hedging and lawned areas. There is an abundance of mature trees and borders stocked with plants and shrubs. The large, wide terrace leading from the rear of the house is perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining.LocationTivoli lies on Harcourt Hill, a favoured area to the west of Oxford, with good access to the city centre, the hospitals, schools and Oxford Parkway station, with its regular service to London. The A34 links rapidly to the M40 and M4. Oxford offers a wealth of cultural pursuits, as well as numerous sporting facilities including golf, tennis and rugby clubs nearby. There are highly regarded schools in Oxford and Abingdon, with regular bus services to both. Everyday shopping needs are met by the shopping centre in nearby Botley.Square Footage: 4,266 sq ft DirectionsFrom Hinksey Hill interchange, take the A34 north. After approximately two miles, turn left onto Westminster Way. Turn immediately left again onto Harcourt Hill. The property will be found on the left. Additional InfoServicesMains services. Gas heating.EV charging point Brochure prepared and photographs taken March 2024. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i69667762
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Blythewood is an elegant south facing family home that has been restored and extended to an exceptional standard offering c. 4202 sqft of versatile and spacious accommodation set in approximately 4.42 acres of gardens and ancient woodland. Perfect for modern family living, the house marries the best of 21st Century design with period charm, retaining characterful features throughout, including original fireplaces, reconditioned cast iron radiators, carved woodwork, moulded ceiling cornices and leaded windows.The main entrance opens into a large hallway with a beautiful staircase and high ceilings exuding character and elegance. The reception hall leads to all principal reception rooms plus a cloakroom/WC. The current owners have tastefully extended the house, adding a magnificent triple aspect kitchen/diner with underfloor heating, vaulted ceiling and rooflights creating an abundance of light and space. This is the heart of the home that can be enjoyed year-round: in summer bifold doors open onto the terrace; in winter a contemporary Barbas fireplace warms the 'snug'. The kitchen includes generous built-in storage and a useful side door for supermarket deliveries.On the ground floor the layout of the house has been remodelled to create a large formal reception featuring original fireplaces and library with French doors onto the veranda. Beyond the formal reception areas a side wing with its own separate entrance opens into a utility/ boot room leading to a self-contained annexe that can be used as guest or staff accommodation (kitchen, shower room, bedroom).A wide staircase leads to two further floors. To the first floor is a light and airy landing (currently used as a study area), four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Two of these bedrooms directly access a charming balcony with lovely south-facing views over the grounds. The master bedroom (with ensuite bathroom and extensive built-in storage) shares these delightful garden views. A further bedroom, shower room and study can be found on the second floor.In addition to the main house there are multiple outbuildings on the property including a separate studio, a store room, and a greenhouse.To the front of the property is a large gravelled driveway with a generous oak-framed double carport incorporating bicycle and log storage. To the rear is a delightful mature landscaped garden with low-maintenance perennial herbaceous borders, an orchard, a fruit cage/ vegetable patch and a private area of ancient woodland. The grounds feature notable specimen trees including Cedar of Lebanon, Catalpa, veteran oak and copper beech..As well as being close to Oxford, with easy access to the city center (Park & Ride c. 2.1 miles, bus routes within half a mile), Blythewood is well positioned for communications to London, Heathrow (via the A34 ring road/M40) and the national motorway network. Oxford Parkway, Oxford Centre and Didcot mainline stations are all within easy reach with fast services to London Marylebone and Paddington. Oxford and Abingdon provide major supermarkets, shopping, recreational and sports facilities. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area including Chandlings, The Manor, St Helen's and St Katharine's, Magdalen College School, Radley College, Cothill, Abingdon School, Headington School, St Edward's, St Hugh's, Oxford High School and The Dragon.Agents Note - The plan used in the marketing material is published for guidance only, and although it is believed to be correct, its accuracy is not guaranteed, nor is it intended to form part of any contract.. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i71083937
Configured to provide an ideal family and entertaining space, the ground floor accommodation flows from a welcoming entrance hall with useful cloakroom and comprises a study with feature fireplace and a generous kitchen with a range of contemporary wall and base units including a breakfast bar, modern integrated appliances and a door to the courtyard garden, in turn giving access to the annexe. On the lower ground floor, the property provides an extensive 29 ft. wooden-floored crypt/sitting room with central pillars and two large, vaulted sky lanterns, a fitted utility room, a store room and a modern shower room.On the first floor the property offers a generous double bedroom with contemporary en suite bathroom and one additional double bedroom. The second floor is dedicated to the property's principal bedroom and a modern bathroom, with stairs leading up to a third floor fitted dressing room.Accessible from the courtyard garden, the annexe provides a ground floor sitting room with wooden flooring and separate side access door, a modern lower ground floor bathroom with twin sinks and a door to the crypt/sitting room and a first-floor vaulted double bedroom, also with wooden flooring.Having plenty of kerb appeal, the property is approached over a step rising from the pavement. The 25 ft. walled courtyard garden is paved for ease of maintenance and benefits from an external store and separate side access door, the whole ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining.The property lies in the sought-after area of Jericho within easy walking distance of Port Meadow and the facilities of Walton Street including boutique shopping, cafes, bars, restaurants and a cinema and Oxford city centre. 'The City of Dreaming Spires' is world-renowned for its university and architectural beauty and offers extensive shopping, commercial and recreational facilities including restaurants, theatres, museums and cinemas. Communications links are excellent with access to central London from Oxford station in less than an hour, frequent buses from Gloucester Green coach station to London Victoria and Heathrow, London Gatwick and Stansted Airports and easy access to the M40 motorway (Jct. 9) and to London Heathrow. The property is well located for state schools including The Cherwell School (rated Outstanding by Ofsted) together with a good selection of independent schools including Carfax College, Cherwell College Oxford, Oxford International College, Oxford Sixth Form College, New College, Christ Church Cathedral School and Wychwood. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i71577510
An elegant Grade II listed town house in the enviable setting of The Terrace. The house is arranged over four floors and has recently been renovated to create wonderfully light and airy interiors with considerable style and character. On the lower ground floor is a kitchen/family room with an Aga, and a central island with sand stone quartz work tops over. Beyond the kitchen there is a utility room and WC off. the upper ground floor has two nice reception rooms linked by a double doors that allow the two rooms to be used as one open space. There Is also a study at the rear of the hall. The main bedroom is at the front of the first floor and enjoys the full width of the house and shares a bathroom with the second bedroom. On the top floor are two more bedrooms and a bathroom. Dragon Lane runs along the rear of the terrace. The garden itself is walled and mainly laid to lawn with a well-stocked border to one side. Park Town is located in the heart of the North Oxford Victorian Conservation Area. Although built in the mid 1850's it is the only road in the area Georgian in style. Approached from the Banbury Road it is a 'no through road' beautifully laid-out with a mix of detached and semi-detached villas and northern and southern 'crescents' which surround a beautiful communal garden with a 'terrace' at its eastern end. No.52 is in the terrace at the far end of the road. There is pedestrian access to Dragon Lane from which there is a lovely walk to the University Park. Park Town is roughly equidistant between the city centre and Summertown, in the most popular and prestigious residential suburb. There is a regular bus service on the Banbury Road to the city centre and the historic University. Summertown has a good range of shops including many of the major supermarkets and banks together with numerous restaurants/coffee shops, and an array of independent outlets. One of the main draws to the location is the Oxford schooling the closest being the Dragon, which is only a few hundred meters from the house, other schools include Summerfields, Magdalen College School, Oxford High School, St Edwards, the Cherwell School and St Philip and St James Primary. Charming North Parade, with its popular pubs and restaurants is a short walk from the house, as is the University Park. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i71729628
A large and light family house enjoying superb countryside views, with one and a half acres of grounds, in one of the best positions on Boars Hill. The property sits in an elevated position enjoying delightful views over its superb gardens and open countryside beyond. It sits comfortably within its plot and benefits from excellent natural light with the majority of the rooms facing east and south east. There is an attractive swimming pool and pool house with an additional range of very useful outbuildings. An entrance hall with vaulted ceiling and galleried landing provides passage to the principal reception spaces, which link with an impressive kitchen/dining room to provide a super open plan ground floor space overlooking the gardens and surrounds. There is a large pantry, and beyond a WC and cinema room accessed via an inner hall off the kitchen. There is a separate sitting room and study, and a sizeable utility/boot room that links with the entrance hall, study and an external door at the front of the house. The first floor comprises six bedrooms and a family bathroom. The main bedroom, has a dressing room, en suite shower room and a balcony overlooking the garden, and at the far end of the house there is another bedroom with en suite shower. The House sits in one and a half acres and is accessed from the lane through electric gates. A driveway approaches a three bay oak frame carport with an ev charger, and separate secure workshop at the rear. The garden is well established with several mature trees and well stocked borders interspersed with lawn that wraps around the house. There is a heated swimming pool with pool house surrounded by patio and decking to make the most of the fabulous view beyond its grounds. Vale of White Horse District Council. Tax Band H Lincombe Lane is a private and peaceful lane situated at the highest point of Boars Hill. Boars Hill is one of the most favoured residential areas close to Oxford with wonderful walks and some of the best views of the city and its spires. Local shopping can be found at Wootton and more comprehensive facilities in Oxford and Abingdon. Oxford is approximately four miles to the north east offering extensive recreational and internationally renowned cultural facilities as well as an excellent range of state and independent schools for all ages. The nearby arterial route of the A34 gives access to the M4 (Jct 13) to the south and the M40 (Jct 9) to the north. From Didcot there are regular train services to London Paddington in approximately forty five minutes. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_boars-hill-d22054/for-sale_i69557356
Lake View House is an impressive seven-bedroom family home with excellent proportions and far-reaching views. The house was built in the early 1990s with the principal reception and bedrooms looking out over Farmoor Reservoir. The house, which is situated in a raised position, is approached by electric gates and a sweeping driveway with space for plenty of cars. There are several mature trees surrounding the house, with a pretty assortment of topiary beds and shrubs at the front of the house near a parking area and a double-bay garage.Accessed via stone steps and a charming porchway, the first room of the house is a grand reception hall with high ceilings and a large galleried staircase. To the left is a sizeable drawing room with corniced ceilings, dual aspect bay windows and an ornate wooden and marble hearth. Continuing through to the westerly side of the house, there is a spacious and bright orangery with very high ceilings, which was added on a couple of years after the initial build. To the right of the reception hall is the dining room, which enjoys amazing far-reaching views through a floor-to-ceiling bay window. Further along, the corridor is a sitting room with French doors providing access to a pretty terrace at the front of the house the perfect spot for taking in the beautiful countryside views. The main reception rooms in the house lend themselves very well to both family life and entertaining on a grand scale. The kitchen offers views of the back garden and is a good size with a small breakfast bar and seating area, which can also be accessed via a side door in the double-bay garage.On the first floor, there is a charming triple aspect principal bedroom suite with a corniced ceiling and bay window. There is also a large connecting en suite bathroom and dressing area. On the first floor, there are four further bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. Up a smaller set of stairs, the second floor accommodates two sizeable bedrooms, a home office and a large attic storeroom.Cumnor is a sought-after residential area and civil parish, close to Oxford with easy access to the A34 and Oxford ring road, connecting to the M4 and M40 motorways. Newbury is also within easy reach. Cumnor village has two public houses, a family butcher, and a village hall. Sporting and leisure facilities include the Nuffield Health Club and golf at Hinksey Heights and Frilford Heath. Nearby Farmoor Reservoir provides extensive fishing and watersports opportunities. There are excellent local schools, including Abingdon, Cothill and Cokethorpe, with Oxford schooling close to hand, including Magdalen College School, Headington, Cherwell, The Dragon, Radley, St Edward's and Summer Fields.Oxford City Centre 5.7 miles (Oxford to London Paddington from 49 minutes), Oxford Parkway 8.2 miles (Trains to London Marylebone from 55 minutes), Abingdon 6.5 miles, M40 (Junction 9) 12.8 miles (All distances and times are approximate). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i70888332
The PropertyThis is a truly unique property, offering a range of exceptional features that combine to create a home that can be enjoyed like few others on the market now.Located in the sought after hamlet of Boars Hill and amongst many other exclusive properties, Red Copse is only 3.5 miles drive from Oxford city centre and railway station. Many desireable schools are within reach. Boars Hill itself is a beautiful area of fields and walks with lovely views over the dreaming spires of Oxford.Red Copse has been extended and developed by the current owners to create an impressive property bursting with eye-catching features using the finest materials and contemporay design elements. The heart of the home is a sizeable open-plan living space incorporating the kitchen, family room and dining area. These rooms open on to the patio and upper lawn, as well as to the swimming pool. This fantastic space is enclosed by glass and slate walls and is centred around a pool that is revealed by lowering the tiled floor through the water. When the floor is raised, it makes for an ideal games room. This part of the house also includes a gym, a second kitchen, two shower rooms, a cellar and the plant room. The original part of the house retains the entrance hallway, two separate receptions and a W.C.The first floor of the original house contains four double bedrooms (one en-suite) and the family bathroom. A small glass gallery walkway takes you into the hugely impressive master bedroom suite. This benefits from high valuted beamed ceilings, twin walk-through dressing rooms, a luxurious en-suite, and a balcony.The second floor contains two further bedrooms, media room and two showers, plus great views.The rear garden has two lawns, plus pond, patios, playground and sheds. To the front is a stone-chipped driveway for several cars, a garage and utility room.YouTube video: Or search Red Copse Boars Hill OxfordFront GardenRemotely operated electric gates with intercom system. Stone chipped drieway with space for several cars. Mature trees and bushes enclosed by hedges and fences.Garage3.00m x 5.93m (9'10'' x 19'5'')Electric sliding door. Tiled floor. Lighting. Additional area to side with shower head and sink. Door to utility room.Utility Room4.42m x 1.84m (14'6'' x 6')Fitted units with worksurface with sink inset. Doors between garage and kitchen. Plumbing for washing machine.Kitchen4.97m x 4.24m (16'4'' x 13'11'')Tiled floor with under floor heating. Fitted units with worksurfaces and island unit with breakfast bar and sink with boiling tap. Two Neff double ovens, built-in coffee machine and microwave. Neff 5-ring gas hob and AEG hood. Peninsula unit and bench seat. Open plan to dining area and family room.Dining Area4.91m x 3.37m (16'1'' x 11'1'')Tiled floor with under floor heating. Double glazed sliding doors to patio swimming pool. Feature slate wall. Electric trap door to cellar. Walk-on glass roof.Swimming Pool4.93m x 12.06m (16'2'' x 39'7'') Room dimensions.Indoor swimming pool room with an electrically-powered retractable floor to reveal the swimming pool. When the floor is fully raised, it can operate as a games room. When lowered, it reveals a swimming current machine. Sliding doors to patio. Store cupboard.Shower Room1.31m x 1.87m (4'4'' x 6'2'')Heated towel rail. Tiled walls and floor. Shower cubicle. Hand basin. Extractor fan.Rear LobbyStairs down to basement. Doors between swimming pool and second kitchen.Kitchen Two5.07m x 3.62m extending to 4.22m (16'8'' x 13'10'')Fitted units with breakfast bar, sink, integrated oven, grill, gas hob, stainless steel hood, dishwasher. Tiled floor. Two double glazed floor-to-ceiling windows.CellarSpace for fridge freezer. Fitted kitchen units with worksurfce and sink. Wine rack. Corridor underneath swimming pool giving access to gym, plus storage space.Utility AreaPlant room serving swimming pool. Boiler serving extension. Tiled floor. External door.Gym4.91m x 3.19m (16'1'' x 10'6'')Slate feature wall. Double glazed sliding doors to patio. Under floor heating. Spotlights. Boiler cupboard. Downstairs Shower1.83m x 1.77m (6' x 5'10'') L-shaped; maximum dimensions.Heated towel rail. Low-level W.C.. hand basin with cupboard under. Shower cubicle.Family Room7.58m x 4.25m extending to 4.54m (24'10'' x 13'11'' extending to 14'11'')Storage cupboard. Double glazed casement window to front. Log burning stove. Tiled floor. Spotlights. Double glazed sliding doors to patio. Two radiators.Entrance HallwayParquet flooring. Radiator. Picture rail. Double glazed casement window with window seat and cupboard under. Staircase to first floor.W.C.Low-level W.C. hand basin with cupboard under. Frosted double glazed window to front. Tiled walls and floor.Play Room4.39m x 4.51m (14'5'' x 14'10'')Picture rail. Bath stone fireplace with log burner. Parquet flooring. Two radiators. Double glazed doors and windows to rear garden. Sitting Room4.23m x 6.08m (14'1'' x 19'11'')Bath stone fireplace with log burner. Two radiators. Picture rail. Parquet flooring. Three double glazed casement windows.First Floor LandingOak staircase to second floor. Radiator. Picture rail. Three double glazed windows to front. Storage cupboard.Study / Bedroom five2.37m x 3.76m (7'9'' x 12'4'')Pull-down bed in built-in wardrobe. Double glazed window to rear. Picture rail. Radiator.Master Bedroom5.11m x 4.46m (16'9'' x 14'8'')Tiled floor. Double glazed sliding doors to balcony. Access via walk-on glass roof to roof garden. Vaulted beamed ceiling. Under floor heating. Twin walk-through wardrobes to en-suite.Master En-suite5.07m x 2.88m (16'8'' x 9'5'')Vaulted ceiling with double glazed windows. Bath. Walk-in shower cubicle. Heated towel rail. Low-level W.C.. Twin hand basins with cupboards under.Family Bathroom4.18m x 2.03m (13'9'' x 6'8'')Recirculating eco-shower. Mirrored cupboard with heating cylinder. Jacuzzi bath. Three double glazed windows to front. Hand basin with drawers under. Radiator. Tiled floor. Part-tiled walls.Bedroom Two4.57m x 4.24m (15' x 13'11'')Built-in wardrobes. Picture rail. Radiator. Double glazed window to rear.En-suite Two2.41m x 1.38m (7'11'' x 4'6'')Low-level W.C.. Walk-in shower cubicle. Double glazed window to side. Hand basin with cupboard under. Radiator and heated towel rail. Tiled walls.Bedroom Three3.95m x 4.57m (13' x 15')Double glazed casement window to rear. Radiator. Picture rail.Bedroom Four3.78m x 3.59m (12'5'' x 11'9'')Radiator. Double glazed casement window to rear. Picture rail.Second Floor LandingDouble glazed sliding window. Recessed spotlights. Shower Room TwoL-shaped 1.89m x 2.05m max (L-Shaped 6'2'' x 6'9'' max)Vertical radiator. Hand basin. Low-level W.C.. Shower cubicle. Tiled walls and floors.Bedroom Six3.30m x 3.39m (10'10'' x 11'1'')Radiator. Storage in eaves. Double glazed sliding window. Double glazed skylight. Recessed spotlights.Media Room3.90m x 4.22m (12'10'' x 13'10'')Storage in eaves. Double glazed sliding window. Radiator. Projector and screen.Study2.54m x 4.21m (8'4'' x 13'10'')Desk unit incorporating pull-down bed. Built-in wardrobe. Storage in eaves. Radiator. Double glazed sliding window. Recessed spotlights. Can also be used as bedroom seven.En-suite Three0.97m x 2.92m (3'2'' x 9'7'')Low-level W.C.. Hand basin. Shower cubicle. Tiled walls and floor. Vertical radiator. Double glazed skylight window. Recessed spotlights.Rear GardenUpper Lawn 30m x 10m (98' x 33') Approx.Lower Garden 20m x 13m (65' x 43') Approx.Patio beside upper lawn and ground floor of house. Feature pond with cascade and stone chipped path between upper and lower levels. Shed with pump. Barbeque area with firepit. Playground. Climbing wall. Sheds, plus two storage units with slatted garage doors. Greenhouse.Disclaimer for virtual viewingsSome or all information pertaining to this property may have been provided solely by the vendor, and although we always make every effort to verify the information provided to us, we strongly advise you to make further enquiries before continuing.If you book a viewing or make an offer on a property that has had its valuation conducted virtually, you are doing so under the knowledge that this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and that we may not have been able to access the premises to confirm the information or test any equipment. We therefore strongly advise you to make further enquiries before completing your purchase of the property to ensure you are happy with all the information provided. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i69622177
Paddock Brow is a much loved family home built by the current owners on the site of an older house, as such it sits in a mature landscape in this most sought-after location. The carefully thought-out accommodation is laid out over three floors with the large semi open-plan living area being particularly appealing. The lay-out can be seen on the floor plans. The more contemporary extension is of architectural merit and whilst currently used as an annexe is easily incorporated into the main house. The whole house takes full advantage of its position and southerly aspect with large windows giving much natural light.The house is approached via a gravel drive which widens to provide ample parking. To the rear of the house is a raised south-facing deck with steps leading to the garden. These are mature with numerous shrubs and trees, wide lawns and an orchard. At the bottom of the garden is a gate leading to a foot path giving access to lovely local walks. There is also a garden 2 roomed home office, with WC. In all about 1.3 acres.Boars Hill is a sought after residential area, within the green belt, south west of historic Oxford. Predominantly made up of private roads with substantial family houses on large plots.Lying in an elevated position above the Vale of the White Horse, it enjoys wonderful walks and some of the best views of the city and its spires. Much of the open space is managed and protected by the Oxford Preservation Trust.Local amenities are found in the neighbouring village of Wootton, with more comprehensive facilities in Abingdon and Oxford. Boars Hill is also well located for an excellent range of state and independent schools for all ages in Oxford and Abingdon, with Chandlings and Cothill being particularly local.The nearby arterial route of the A34 gives access to the M4 (J13) to the south and the M40 (J9) to the north. Regular train services to London run either from Didcot, Oxford or Oxford Parkway. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_boars-hill-d22054/for-sale_i70846190
A must see, unique family property of substantial proportions with a practical and flexible layout of approximately 5000 ft² over three floors, including a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, party barn, bespoke wine cellar and cinema room - a 'Smart Home' in every sense.368 Woodstock Road is a home configured for families of all ages. The centrepiece of the house is undoubtedly the stunning kitchen/dining/family room, which has a breathtaking double height, light filled atrium with bi-fold doors opening onto the beautifully landscaped garden. This is a sumptuous space at the heart of the home, with a sleek, comprehensively equipped, modern kitchen, built in quality appliances which is perfect for family gatherings. There are also two separate reception rooms, providing ample space for entertaining, working from home, study, or just relaxing. The utility room is practical with its own side entrance, that makes it suitable for bringing in muddy dogs or children, along with a mixer tap outside to wash them down. The basement contains a fully equipped cinema room with reclining cinema seats, mood lighting and even a popcorn machine along with a beautifully designed and bespoke wine cellar. On the first-floor wide landing there is the master suite of full bathroom, dressing room and bedroom with a mezzanine dressing area, four further bedrooms (one ensuite) and a family bathroom. On the 2nd floor there is another double bedroom and shower room and a potential playroom or further bedroom. Also, on the 2nd floor is the plant room containing controls for the smart features for the house including solar panels plus the following. Lutron lighting throughout the home and gardens Centralised TV systems with distribution to each TV room Control4 home control of lighting, blinds, audio visual systems and intercom/security systems A Ruckus home Wi-Fi system with coverage across all areas A basement cinema system Comprehensive alarm and CCTV systems with remote viewing Electronic sliding gates with entry systems Whole home control via the Control4 4 Sight platformOutside: to the rear there are paved areas for entertaining, herbaceous borders and a heated swimming pool with electric safety cover, pool house, inset trampoline and a barrelled hot tub and WC. The party barn with bar, seating area complete with disco ball and mood lighting is to the side. To access the property, there dual automatic sliding entry and exit gates that provide easy access to the spacious parking area. Local Authority: Oxford City Council. Tax Band G The property lies on Woodstock Road, with good access to Oxford city and the amenities of Oxford and Summertown. It is within a two mile radius of the city centre and Oxford mainline train station and, just to the north, is Oxford Parkway. It is well located for the Oxford schools, and the glorious open spaces of Port Meadow are within a half mile radius. Nearby, Summertown has an enticing array of shops, restaurants and cafes. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i70286919
The Property: This handsome detached house with its striking mansard roof was built in the early 1900s and is the ideal family home, with good access to central Oxford, road links and schools, while being surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside. The house is set on a private road in an elevated position commanding fabulous views, with a number of footpaths leading virtually from the doorstep to Chilswell Hill and Hinksey Heights Nature Park. The house has remained in the same family for several decades, who have maintained many of the home's character features such as the original fireplaces, while modernising areas such as the kitchen and bathrooms. There is great potential for further development. Interior: The elegant, neutrally appointed interiors serve to highlight the grand proportions of the home, with many of the rooms being larger than average and offering multiple aspects over the gardens. Large well positioned windows throughout flood the accommodation, which totals about 3400 sq ft, and illuminate the attractive character features. The ground floor has three generously-sized reception rooms leading off the main reception hallway: a sitting room with bay window, a drawing room and a dining room, which is open plan to the contemporary kitchen. There are useful service rooms including a utility room, back kitchen and pantry, plus a cloakroom with WC. Upstairs, the bedrooms are arranged around a central landing, including three large doubles across the front, each with a private balcony, a bedroom with en suite bathroom and a double bedroom to the rear, plus a principal suite with an adjacent bath/ shower room and separate WC. There is also a family shower room and a large linen cupboard.OutsideThe house is set within attractive grounds of approximately 5 acres, on a private road with access via imposing wrought iron gates which swing open to a sizeable gravel driveway upon which there is ample off-street parking. Attached to the house is a good-size garage, with potential to extend over (subject to obtaining the necessary consents). The lovely gardens wrap around the property, comprising manicured lawns, wonderfully abundant flowerbeds and borders, woodland around the boundaries and an elevated terrace spanning the back of the house, which is the perfect place for outdoor dining and enjoying the views.SituationBoars Hill is a sought-after residential area famous for its wooded rural setting, just four miles from the centre of Oxford, which provides a wide range of shopping, cultural, recreational and educational facilities. It is well served by communications with access to the A34 and Oxford ring road, connecting to the M4 and M40 motorways, with the regional centres of Newbury and Swindon also within easy reach. For commuters Oxford and Didcot provide fast services to London Paddington whilst Oxford Parkway station has services to London Marylebone in approximately 56 minutes. The area is well served by a number of reputable schools including Abingdon, Radley, Cothill and Chandlings whilst The Dragon, St Edward's, Magdalen College, Summer Fields Headington, and Wychwood are located in nearby Oxford.Additional InformationThe property is offered with planning permission for a modern & contemporary designed house set in 5 acres. Which could be separated from the main residence. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i70473158
A stunning period house set in 1.4 acres of gardens with tennis court. DescriptionWith distinctive Georgian and Art Deco influences, Hill Top House has been significantly extended by the current owners with meticulous and exacting attention to detail, and impressive craftsmanship and materials. Original architectural features have been maintained and replicated throughout the new additions to the house, including octagonal rooms and roof lanterns. Hill Top House is now a spectacular light and airy family home, suitable for entertaining on a grand scale. Specification: Vaulted ceiling with copper roof. Painted French oak cabinetry by Fired Earth. Four oven gas Aga, and two oven Aga electric module. Calacatta marble and quartz worktops. 4.7 metre long solid oak breakfast bar. Quooker boiling water tap. Insinkerator waste disposal system. Kitchen appliances by Fisher & Paykel (full height fridge/freezers, under counter fridge and two dishwashers). ORAC (Oxford Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) cooling system to the kitchen/dining/entertaining room. Cat 6 wiring throughout new parts of the house and principal bedroom suite. New windows throughout are bespoke hard wood and double glazed Underfloor heating throughout the new parts of the house and principal bedroom suite. Limestone, marble and oak flooring. Sonos sound system and ceiling speakers to kitchen/dining/sitting room and principal bedroom suite. Rako lighting system to second floor. 4 roof lanterns throughout by Vale Garden Houses, two of which can open automatically. Cabinetry by Fired Earth, Teddy Edwards and John Lewis of Hungerford. Sanitaryware with nickel fittings by Lefroy Brooks, Axor Hansgrohe slipper bath and fittings, and Catalano sanitaryware. Water softening to all areas. Natural stone used for all external stone masonry and coping stones (supplied by Cotswold Natural Stone). Millboard decking spanning the entire width of the rear of the house. Intercom system from front gate. Remote control metal gates. Sureset permeable resin bounded paving to the front driveway, side passage and around greenhouse. En Tout Cas tennis court, with top specification Savannah artificial grass surface. Jacksons Acoustic Fencing The spectacular kitchen/dining/entertaining room is directly off the hall of the original house and forms part of the new east wing of the house. Five sets of glazed French doors, and a large set of bi-folding doors open onto the south facing terrace and gardens. One metre square limestone tiles throughout the east wing. The Calacatta marble worktop and Fired Earth cabinetry extend into a walk-in larder. Directly off the hall is the drawing room, with its three-sash bay window and bespoke bookcase, overlooking the gardens.Beyond the kitchen, in the new east wing, is a large rear hallway. Directly off is a room presently used as a gym, two small studies, ideal for teenage homework rooms, the boot room, cloakroom and door connecting to the double garage. Stairs rise to a flat comprising kitchen/living room, bedroom and ensuite bathroom.A new multi-functional games room spans the depth of the original house. This room has front garage double doors and load bearing tiles, and so could also be used as a further garage. Full height storage cupboards span the length of the games room.A utility room, second walk in larder, walk-in heated linen cupboard, scullery, garden room and two further cloakrooms are also situated at this side of the house. The hallway to the original house contains an original 1920s art deco French woodburning stove. An oak staircase rises to a galleried landing. A beautiful large bedroom and ensuite bathroom, with freestanding double ended bath, walk-in shower and double vanity unit overlook the gardens. On this floor there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom.A stunning principal bedroom suite extends over the whole of the second floor. The dual aspect bedroom has large windows overlooking the gardens to the south and the spires of Oxford to the west. His and hers dressing areas, and eaves storage cupboards, with bespoke cabinetry, again by Teddy Edwards, lead to an ensuite bathroom with a freestanding Axor slipper bath, large shower and double vanity unit. Outside.Decking spans the breadth of the house and provides ample space for entertaining with all the kitchen/dining/entertaining room doors opening directly on to it. Terraced lawns sweep down to the tennis court. Mature trees including a cedar of Lebanon, yews, Scots pine amongst others create both architectural interest and privacy. An Alitex Victorian style greenhouse sits to the west side behind three brick-built raised vegetable beds.The house sits back off the road behind a large driveway providing ample parking with two sets of gates, one electric, providing in and out access.LocationHill Top Road is a sought after location for easy access to Oxford city centre, the schools, hospitals and local shops. The hospitals, Headington Girls School, Magdalen School, and coach stops to Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are nearby. The Oxford ring road allows easy access to the national road and rail network via the A34.Hill Top House stands on a quiet, no-through road with the Oxford Golf Club at the end of the road. Nearby parks include South Park and Shotover Country Park, which is a protected nature reserve covering around 117 hectares of woodland.Square Footage: 7,452 sq ft Acreage: 1.4 AcresDirectionsFrom London, take the M40/A40 to Oxford. At the Thornhill roundabout proceed straight over to London Road. Continue through the Headington shops. Just after Headington School on the right turn left down Gipsy Lane. At the lights turn right onto Warneford Lane. At the roundabout take the first exit onto Divinity Road. After 100 yds turn left onto Hill Top Road. The property is a short distance on the right. Additional InfoHistoryWilliam Charles Walker OBE (1882-1966) was Mayor of Oxford and a director of the building firm Benfield & Loxley, which constructed many landmark buildings in Oxford, including the New Bodleian Library, Headington Girls' School, the Churchill Hospital, the Radcliffe Science Library and Nuffield College.In 1922, William Walker commissioned and built No 46 Hill Top Road, as a home for his wife and family, where he remained until his death in 1966. The fine craftsmanship and high standards of this eminent Oxford builder are evident in the construction of 46 Hill Top Road.TenureFreehold with vacant possession on completionServicesAll mains services are connectedGas central heatingFibre broadbandPhotographs taken June 2023 and brochure prepared July 2023. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i69668169
A substantial house with over 7500 sqft of beautifully presented accommodation over three floors. There is a separate garage block with a flat above and a swimming pool with a summer pavilion. It is well-placed for Oxford schools and commuters, with access via A34 to M4, M40 and Heathrow. It was originally built by Millgate Homes and has spacious and elegant rooms over three floors comprising 4/5 reception rooms on the ground floor arranged around an impressive reception hall. Of particular note is the large kitchen/breakfast room overlooking and with doors opening onto the garden. On the first floor are four bedroom suites, with the main bedroom opening onto a balcony with views over the south facing garden. The top floor provides a superb games/media room and ensuite bedroom. There is a triple garage with a flat above, and the swimming pool is discreetly positioned with a delightful pavilion with a kitchen, shower and WC. The current owner has continued to improve the property by creating a new private drive and a new surface with electric wooden gates. The exterior of the house was painted, and new Bosch boilers were installed for the main house, both in 2023. All the bathrooms have been given a makeover with CP Hart fittings. In addition, there have been various other improvements, both internally and externally. The property benefits from Gigaclear 800mb broadband. Boars Hill is a sought-after residential area famous for its wooded rural setting, just five miles from the centre of Oxford, which provides a wide range of shopping, cultural, recreational and educational facilities. It is well served by communications with access to the A34 and Oxford ring road, connecting to the M4 and M40 motorways, with the regional centres of Newbury and Swindon also within easy reach. Communications by rail are also excellent, with fast trains from Oxford or Didcot to London Paddington taking about fifty-two and forty minutes, respectively. In addition, Oxford Parkway station has services to London Marylebone in sixty-three minutes. The house is very well situated for many schools in the area, including Abingdon, Radley, St. Helen and St. Katharine's, Cothill and Chandlings and further afield, there is Cokethorpe, St. Hugh's and Kingham Hill. Oxford has an exceptional range of schools, including The Dragon, St Edward's, Magdalen College, Summer Fields, Headington, Wychwood, d'Overbroecks, and Oxford High School. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i69282291
An impressive detached house with appealing mature gardens. DescriptionBuilt in 1908 this impressive detached house has a floor area of just under 8500 sq ft in total and provides a superb family home. It has retained many of its original attractive features, including an elegant wide staircase, high ceilings with cornicing, fireplaces, wooden flooring, and striking stained glass windows including the large staircase window. A unique feature is the first floor ballroom, an elegant room with ornate ceiling, fireplace and two large bay windows. The ballroom was incorporated into the house for the original owner, together with a library occupying the same footprint on the ground floor, which has now been divided into two en suite rooms. The house provides generously proportioned and flexible accommodation arranged predominantly over two floors. The welcoming formal reception hall leads to the principal reception rooms including the conservatory, which overlooks the garden. The drawing room and dining room have fireplaces and large bay windows, and, to the rear, with views of the garden, are the sitting room, study and the family/play room, which forms part of the original library and now provides an en suite room, together with a further en suite room and useful kitchenette to the front in the original garage space. The large kitchen/breakfast room connects to the dining room, and there is also a pantry, utility and second cloakroom. On the first floor, in addition to the ballroom, are seven bedrooms, several of which are en suite, and a family bathroom and separate cloakroom. There are two further bedrooms on the second floor, together with a shower and cloakroom.The gravelled double entrance driveway provides parking for several cars. The large, walled, mature, landscaped garden is particularly appealing, with a variety of mature shrubs, trees, including fruit trees, and well stocked borders, and a wide terrace, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining.LocationCharlbury Road is a prime residential side road in the heart of the North Oxford Victorian Conservation Area, and is particularly well positioned for the Oxford schools. It is within a quarter mile radius of the city centre and Oxford train station and, to the north, is Oxford Parkway. Nearby are the glorious University Parks, with lovely walks along the River Cherwell, and there is good access to Summertown, which has an enticing array of shops and restaurants, including an artisan bakery, cafes and a speciality bookshop.Square Footage: 8,491 sq ft DirectionsFrom Oxford city centre, proceed north on Banbury Road. Turn right after a distance into Linton Road. Take the second turning right into Charlbury Road, where the property will be found on the left. Additional InfoServices - Mains services connected. Gas heating.Council Tax - Band HBrochure prepared and photographs taken April 2024 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_oxford-d196474/for-sale_i71777820
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