- Stunning period residence with exceptional character and charm
- Edge of village position with far reaching rural views
- Five double bedrooms arranged over three floors
- Magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining and living space
- Principal suite with dressing room, ensuite and Juliet balcony
- Separate snug, family room, study, and cellar
- Circa 2.3 acres of gardens and land
- Westerly-facing terrace ideal for al fresco dining
- Double carport, substantial store, and driveway parking
- 5.5 miles from Kingham Railway Station. 6.2 miles to Charlbury Railway Station
Maxwell Douglas Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale Snowdon House, a stunning period residence of considerable charm, style and presence. Standing in c.2.3 acres and occupying an enviable position on the edge of a highly sought after Cotswold village, it enjoys delightful rural views. Opportunities to acquire homes of this calibre and character are seldom available.
The substantial accommodation is arranged over three floors and offers a wonderful blend of period features and modern family living. A welcoming entrance hall opens into a cosy snug and a family room, which in turn leads to a useful cellar. Beyond, a rear lobby provides access to a study, utility room, shower room and the garden.
Without doubt, the heart of the home is the magnificent open plan kitchen, dining, and living space, thoughtfully created by the current owners. This superb room combines oak beams, exposed Cotswold stone, timber flooring, and tiled areas, creating a space full of warmth and character, which is complemented by underfloor heating throughout. Three sets of double doors flood the room with natural light and provide seamless access to the gardens, while a generous walk-in pantry adds practicality to this exceptional entertaining space.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom enjoys a Juliet balcony overlooking the gardens and countryside beyond, together with a spacious dressing room and ensuite bathroom. Two further bedrooms are served by the family bathroom. The second floor provides two additional double bedrooms, ideal for family members or guests.
The property is approached through double gates set within a traditional Cotswold dry stone wall, a driveway leads to a double carport and adjoining 17'5 x 9'10 store. A westerly-facing terrace, bordered by an abundance of flowers and shrubs, provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining and evening entertaining. Beyond, the beautiful gardens unfold with meandering pathways, mature planting, and numerous fruit trees bordering it's adjoining paddock, all complemented by fabulous views across the surrounding countryside. A gate leads through to a more formal garden, which in turn connects to the kitchen and rear lobby.
Snowdon House is an exceptional village home offering generous accommodation, outstanding gardens, and a truly enviable setting. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the lifestyle and quality on offer.
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Shipton-under-Wychwood is one of the three highly regarded Wychwood villages, set amidst the beautiful Oxfordshire Cotswolds on the edge of the former Royal Forest of Wychwood. Combining traditional Cotswold charm with an active village community, it offers an attractive balance of rural living and everyday convenience, making it one of the area's most sought-after locations.
The village enjoys an excellent range of local amenities including a village shop with Post Office, well-regarded public houses, cafés, a popular delicatessen, village hall, library, churches, hair and beauty salons, sports clubs and a doctors' surgery. Nearby Milton-under-Wychwood and Ascott-under-Wychwood further enhance the range of facilities available, with additional shops, eateries, primary schools and community services all within easy reach.
Shipton-under-Wychwood benefits from a highly regarded primary school, while an excellent selection of secondary schools and independent schools can be found in Burford, Chipping Norton, and The Cotswold School in Bourton-on-the-Water. The area is also well served by a variety of leisure and sporting facilities including cricket and football clubs, tennis courts, equestrian centres, golf courses and numerous countryside walks, bridleways and cycling routes through the surrounding Cotswold landscape.
The village is ideally positioned for exploring many of the Cotswolds' most popular destinations. Burford, often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds', lies approximately 4 miles to the south, while Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Woodstock are all within comfortable driving distance. The renowned Daylesford Organic Farm Shop, Soho Farmhouse, Blenheim Palace and a wealth of picturesque villages, country pubs and farm shops are also easily accessible.
For commuters, Shipton-under-Wychwood has its own station on the main line with limited stops, whilst the nearby stations at Kingham and Charlbury provide a more regular service to Oxford, Worcester and London Paddington. The nearby A40 offers convenient road links to Oxford, Cheltenham, the M40 and wider motorway network. Regular bus services also connect the village with Chipping Norton, Witney, Burford, Charlbury and Moreton-in-Marsh.
Surrounded by rolling countryside and offering an enviable combination of excellent transport links, a thriving community and access to some of the finest scenery and attractions within the Cotswolds National Landscape, Shipton-under-Wychwood continues to be a highly desirable location for families, professionals, retirees and those seeking a quintessential English village lifestyle.
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