£1,250,000 /Sale price

A beautifully maintained and thoughtfully designed family home set in a peaceful rural position set on 0.37 of an acre, surrounded by open farmland and timeless scenery. Architect designed, the property is constructed from warm local Hornton stone beneath a pitched Welsh slate roof and benefits from hardwood double glazed windows and oil fired heating, supported by a heat recovery and ventilation system and 'Cyclovac' central vacuum system. The property provides well balanced accommodation arranged currently arranged over two two floors plus a sizable second floor attic accessed via a full staircase providing the potential for two further bedrooms (one with en-suite) or a private suite. Inside, the home presents a versatile layout ideal for modern family living. Natural light floods the interiors, while the property's orientation maximises enjoyment of the surrounding views and garden space. The property is full of traditional charm, finished to a high specification and offers a tranquil village lifestyle, within easy reach of local amenities and commuter routes. An welcoming entrance hall, gives access to all ground floor accommodation from panel internal doors. The Sitting room features an imposing stone fireplace with an oil fired stove and French doors to the garden. Double doors open to a generous dining room. There is also a morning room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and eye level wooden units, complimented by granite work surfaces and features a double oven oil fired Aga. Integrated appliances include oven, grill, hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and under counter fridge and separate freezer. A separate utility room, cloakroom and boiler room complete the ground floor. The boiler room has space and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer and 'Cyclovac' central vacuum system. On the first floor the landing gives access to five bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom has an en-suite shower room. The attic is accessed via a full staircase from the first floor with the potential for additional accommodation.OutsideThe property sits on the edge of the village, and benefits from stone walled boundaries to the front and around the side of the property. A sweeping gravelled driveway provides parking for several vehicles with space (and planning permission) for three separate double garages, one with a workshop that has potential to convert into an annexe (subject to planning permission). The gardens wrap around the front, side and rear of the property with a large paved terrace and large lawned areas. There is also a substantial stone built outbuilding which would make an ideal home office or studio. The gardens enjoy a beautiful rear aspect with far-reaching views across open fields. In all, 0.37 of an acre.SituationBalscote is a small and well considered village on the borders of north Oxfordshire and south Warwickshire. The village benefits from a thriving village pub, an active village hall and a 14 century church. Additional amenities can be found in Banbury, Chipping Norton, Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa and Oxford. Excellent communication links on to the M40 at J11 (Banbury) or M40 at J12 (Gaydon) 6 and 10 miles respectively. Mainline train services from Banbury to London Marylebone (under the hour). Schooling in the area includes primary schools at Wroxton, North Newington and Shenington, with senior state schooling at North Oxfordshire Academy and The Warriner, Bloxham. Local independent schools include St Johns Priory (Banbury), Carrdus (Overthorpe), Sibford School (Sibford Ferris), Warwick Prep, Kings High (Warwick), Warwick School, Bloxham School and Tudor Hall Girls (Bloxham). The property is also in the catchment area for the Stratford-upon-Avon Grammar Schools. Property Ref Number: HAM-59690