Location

Over Norton lies just to the north of Chipping Norton which is the highest town in the Cotswolds and only a very short drive away, very much so a working market town offering an abundance of shops, cafe’s, pubs, eateries and much more.

The elegant buildings which surround Chipping Norton’s gently sloping market place are a testament to the historic wealth bought by the wool trade, with the imposing silhouette of Bliss Mill dominating the valley below the town. The weekly market bustles with activity of many intriguing stall and the range of individual shops lend the town an appealing mix of traditional and contemporary.

Over Norton is a pretty village surrounding by rolling Cotswold countryside; to some the quintessential English landscape. to the West lies the quaint villages for which the Cotswolds are famous and the towns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Moreton-in-Marsh.

Walkers love the Cotswold footpaths which link pretty villages with their greens, churches and cottages in warm honey-coloured stone; the clear, babbling brooks and welcoming pubs on the way are a delight.

There are many country houses in the area, most notably Blenheim Palace, but also the gardens of Hidcote Manor and Snowshill Manor. Over Norton is located between the elegance of Cheltenham and the history and culture of Oxford.

Nearest trains stations can be found at Kingham and Charlbury, both 6 and 7.3 miles away respectively and both main line stations to Oxford (20 minutes) and Worcester (1 hour).

Road travel is easy, with neighbouring Chipping Norton sitting at the crossroads of a number of routes, including Cheltenham, Oxford, Stratford-on-Avon and Banbury. The M40 is just 15 miles away.

The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Description

Set in a peaceful, sought-after location in the heart of the Cotswolds, this stylish four bedroom property seamlessly blends Cotswold charm with contemporary elegance.

Lower Garden is approached via its own drive with ample parking outside the house and a garage to the left of the property. From the welcoming entrance hall, take a left into the open plan, light filled kitchen dining area. Large floor to ceiling windows offer spectacular views across the countryside. Sliding doors give onto a covered, outside terrace making the ideal space for inside/outside family living and entertaining.

The light filled sitting area has a log burner and wooden flooring throughout making the ideal space for family to relax. The adjacent kitchen features bespoke cabinets with wooden worktops, plenty of cupboards and shelving. The adjacent dining area, also with extensive views over the garden, would easily seat up to 10 people. There is a cosy snug off the dining area and an office beyond.

A useful utility room is accessible from the kitchen and a large family room is located beyond this, adjacent to the garage, which would make the ideal space for the younger members of the family to relax or could easily be converted into a separate annexe.

To the right of the hall is a useful downstairs WC and an ensuite bedroom. On the first floor are three light and spacious bedrooms, one ensuite, and two beautifully appointed modern bathrooms.

Outside, there is private and peaceful south facing garden to the back of the house, with an established vegetable garden to the side and outstanding views over the surrounding Cotswold countryside. The owners designed and created a fabulous covered terrace perfect for alfresco dining. There is also a fun built in pizza oven. To the front there is a perfectly sized garden allowing the property to sit wonderfully within its plot.

Directions

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