About this property

A spacious character cottage in a highly sought-after rural position close to the river Thames, within beautifully landscaped gardens

Elegant and traditional, with all the modern conveniences of a more contemporary home, The Orchard is the perfect thatched cottage. Nestled within idyllic gardens just a few hundred metres west of the river Thames, this gorgeous 16th century cottage is Grade II listed and is built from red brick under a pretty thatched roof, with masses of character inside including exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces and brick and stone walls. The cottage is deceptively spacious with generous proportions and has been sympathetically extended, yet still affords the warm, cosy feel of a character home. The extension offers flexible accommodation that can offer up to three bedrooms or office space depending on the buyer’s needs. It is set within about 1.8 acres of varied and highly versatile grounds, including landscaped gardens, tranquil natural ponds and lots of mature trees. There are also a number of outbuildings, including a garage with oak frame detached studio, currently used for yoga, but suitable for versatile use

Interior:
The beautifully presented interiors have been modernised while preserving the original character of the home, combining character elements with more contemporary touches including a handmade bespoke kitchen, underfloor heating and a magnificent garden room, which connects the home to the outdoors. All of the windows have been updated with custom frames and the bathrooms have also been modernised, while the interiors have been renovated throughout. The entrance hall, with its welcoming wood-burning stove, leads to a sitting room, the garden room and a modern addition comprising an office, snug/extra bedroom and shower room. The garden room runs along the south-east side of the house, perfect for enjoying the morning light, while the kitchen and snug/dining room are situated together for ease of entertaining. Upstairs there are four good-size bedrooms, three of which are doubles, and a family bathroom. Adjoining the oak frame garage is a spacious office/ studio space with bathroom, and there is a laundry room located within the gardens.

Outside
The grounds are extensive and envelop the house on all sides, beginning with an impressive winding driveway lined with box hedging and backing onto the water meadows that lead down to the river Thames. The gardens are beautifully landscaped, featuring extensive planting around the terraces and within well-stocked flowerbeds and borders. A wide stone terrace at the back serves as the perfect space for entertaining in the warmer months, and there are number of places to sit and enjoy the tranquillity. Within the garden there is a summerhouse and a detached studio, currently used for yoga, which would also make an excellent gym. To the front there is a garage and an attached log store, with ample parking on the driveway.

Situation
Clifton Hampden is a charming village situated just north of the river Thames, about eight miles south of Oxford. The village has a number of amenities including a primary school, village hall, church, village shop, post office, doctors surgery, recreation ground with tennis courts and cricket club, and a pub, The Barley Mow. There is a station at Culham, 1.6 miles, which links with Didcot to provide services to London and the West Country. The historic university city of Oxford is easily accessible and offers a wide range of amenities, with fantastic shopping in the city centre along Cornmarket Street, the High Street and Queen Street, as well as chain and independent restaurants and bars to suit all tastes. There are a plethora of theatres and museums to soak up the culture, as well as charming walks along the river and the 300-acre Port Meadow nature reserve to the north of the city. There is an array of exceptional schools to choose from in Oxford and Abingdon, both state and private. Notably, St Helen and St Katharine, Oxford High School, European School at Culham, Radley College, Dragon School, Chandlings, St Edwards and Abingdon School are highly regarded educational institutions within the town. For those seeking convenient transportation options, Oxford offers excellent communication links. The A34 connects to the motorway network via the M4 and M40, and regular bus services are available to Oxford, Swindon, and surrounding villages

Additional Information
Local Authority:
South Oxfordshire District Council

Council Tax Band:
Band G

Services:
Mains water, electricity and drainage are supplied to
the property. Oil-fired central heating.

Tenure:
Freehold

Character 16th Century Traditional Cruck Frame Thatched Cottage

Sitting Room

Dining Room

Garden Room

Kitchen

Pantry

Office

Snug

Detached Laundry Room

Entrance Hall

Additional information

• Character 16th Century Traditional Cruck Frame Thatched Cottage
• Sitting Room
• Dining Room
• Garden Room
• Kitchen
• Pantry
• Office
• Snug
• Detached Laundry Room
• Entrance Hall

Key information

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold