Moreton Lane, Northmoor, OX29

The main house is flooded with natural light and is adorned with high-quality finishes and tasteful decor features. There are six bedrooms and five reception rooms on offer. The ground floor of the main house offers versatile living spaces, with the semi open-plan kitchen leading into a cozy sitting area and dining room. The sitting area features a glass roof and French doors opening onto a spacious rear terrace. The kitchen is equipped with white fitted units, integrated appliances, a breakfast bar and Aga.

Of particular note is the triple aspect drawing room with an open fireplace, tiled flooring, and French doors leading to the terrace and garden. At the front, there is a comfortable sitting room with exposed timber beams and a stone-built fireplace with a log burner. Additionally, there is a family room currently used as an office and a charming library area.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom offers built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. There are five well-appointed double bedrooms, a desk space, a family bathroom, and an additional shower room completing the upper level of the house. From most of the rooms there are stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Outside

Situated in just under 9 acres, the property can be found in a rural location, surrounded by open countryside. Accessed via five-bar wooden gates with an in and out drive, leading to a detached double garage both providing ample parking space. The front garden boasts a lush area of lawn, beds of fragrant lavender, and beautifully manicured borders. Moving to the rear of the property, the garden features a charming terrace perfect for outside entertaining, as well as an expansive lawn that stretches approximately 200ft. There are a variety of trees and shrubbery, creating a picturesque backdrop. At the end of the lawn, you'll find a converted barn with heating/aircon and internet connection, currently used as a gym and games room, which could also make a wonderful office or studio. Beyond that, a hard tennis court can be found.

For those with equestrian interests, the property also includes two timber-framed stable blocks, fenced paddocks, making it an ideal setting for horses and other livestock. This property truly offers a perfect blend of comfort, and functionality for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

Situation

The property is situated on the outskirts of the charming village of Northmoor, a picturesque, lively, and rural parish nestled between the rivers Thames and Windrush, and is a delightful 700-yard stroll from the iconic Thames-side pubs, the Maybush and the Rose Revived.
Surrounded by fields primarily used for raising cattle and sheep, the area offers numerous bridleways and footpaths for walkers and cyclists, with connections to the Oxfordshire cycle path, Thames Path, and Northmoor Lock.

The village also boasts a 13th-century parish church dedicated to St. Denys, a village hall that serves as a community hub, and The Ferryman Inn at nearby Bablock Hythe, while further amenities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Standlake and Stanton Harcourt, including a general store, pubs, and a primary school.

Leisure activities in the vicinity include golf at Frilford Heath and sailing at Farmoor, while Standlake has a cricket club, and the Lincoln Park Leisure Centre offers two indoor swimming pools with spas and saunas. Additionally, Estelle Manor, located just outside Eynsham, is easily accessible from the village.
For more extensive leisure, retail, and cultural facilities, Oxford, Abingdon, and Witney are easily accessible.

The area offers a wide selection of independent schools for both girls and boys, such as The Dragon School, Oxford High, Summerfields, Radley, St. Edwards, The Manor, Cokethorpe, St Helen & St Katherine, and Abingdon School.

For commuters, mainline railway services to London Paddington are available from Didcot Parkway or nearby Hanborough, while trains to London Marylebone can be taken from Oxford Parkway. The nearest motorway connections are via the M40 Junction 8A or 9 through the A34 and Oxford ring road.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-56447

Additional Information

Local Authority: West Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band: G

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