Location

Over Norton is a picturesque conservation village in west Oxfordshire, located in the rolling Cotswold countryside. Known for its charming stone cottages and scenic rural landscapes, the village is peaceful while remaining conveniently close to local amenities.

The nearby market town of Chipping Norton (1 mile) is located in an area of Cotswolds Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a vibrant market town approximately 18 miles northwest of Oxford and 13 miles southwest of Banbury. It has a thriving community and shopping facilities as well as a leisure centre with indoor pool, outdoor lido in the summer and a very popular theatre which shows films, concerts and live plays. There are also annual music, literary and jazz festivals and restaurants, cafes and pubs. Added to this are shopping and business facilities and a monthly Farmers' market.

The highly regarded Daylesford Organic Farm Shop located in Kingham is 5.3 miles away and the sought after private members club Soho Farmhouse in Great Tew is just 7.5 miles away. The surrounding area is abundant with local traditional and gastro pubs and restaurants. Heythrop Park also has a competition golf course, spa, gym and swimming pool.

The town of Charlbury provides a useful mainline rail link into London Paddington via Oxford (70 mins approx.) Other excellent rail links can be found from Oxford Parkway to London Marylebone (60 mins approx.) and also Banbury to London Marylebone (from 56 mins). The A44 provides fast access to Oxford and the M40 for London and Birmingham can be joined at J9 (Wendlebury) and J8 (Wheatley).   Within Chipping Norton, there are children's nurseries and playgroups, two primary schools and a well-regarded secondary school. There is also an extensive range of independent schools in the area, including Kitebrook, Bloxham School, Tudor Hall and Sibford School, as well as the Oxford schools.

Recreational facilities include golf course at Heythrop Park, Chipping Norton, Tadmarton and Burford; Lyneham Heath Equestrian Centre and livery with its renowned cross country course; horse racing at Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham and Warwick as well as excellent walking and riding.

All times and distances are approximates.

Description

Located within the picturesque and highly sought after conservation village of Over Norton, this delightful period cottage that is thought to date back to the mid 1800's, offers an exquisite blend of character and modern comforts. Sympathetically enhanced and improved throughout, this stunning home is a testament to meticulous attention to detail, providing an inviting and stylish living space arranged over three floors.

The sitting room is a comfortable and cosy space, where an impressive inglenook fireplace with a log burner serves as the focal point, creating a warm and welcoming environment. The beautifully appointed kitchen is a lovely highlight, featuring underfloor heating, built in appliances such as induction hob, two steam ovens, fridge, dishwasher, and a central kitchen island making it a great entertaining space. The combination of traditional charm and contemporary convenience makes for an ideal social setting. The ground floor also benefits from a newly updated downstairs cloakroom.

The first floor benefits from a spacious, light filled guest bedroom with ample built in storage, providing the perfect retreat for visitors. A versatile third bedroom, perfect for use as a home office, adds further flexibility to the layout. Completing this floor is also a modern and practical family bathroom. Occupying the top floor, the principal suite is a private haven. A generously sized, airy bedroom is facilitated by a chic new en suite shower room, built in storage and Velux windows, offering a stylish blend of comfort and sophistication.

Outside features a charming low maintenance garden, predominantly laid to lawn with mature trees, flowers beds and patio areas ideal for alfresco dining. The summerhouse also provides a delightful spot to enjoy the warmer months. To the front of the cottage, a beautifully landscaped entrance is framed by mature trees, elegant iron- gated fence and gravelled pathway, adding to this properties undeniable kerb appeal.