About this property

A rare opportunity to breathe new life into a charming Gatehouse/Lodge in an attractive rural setting in 0.43 of an acre. With countryside views, mature grounds and enormous potential for enhancement, this is a property suited to those looking to create a distinctive country home.

Occupying a mature plot of approximately 0.43 of an acre with far-reaching views across adjoining farmland. This detached former Gatehouse/Lodge for Shellswell House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a home of considerable charm and potential in a countryside setting with good accessibility. Now requiring some modernisation and updating, the property offers buyers the chance to create a bespoke home tailored to individual tastes and requirements. The existing accommodation is well proportioned and sits comfortably within its grounds in a rural location. The property's traditional stone elevations and distinctive design retain much original character, providing a solid foundation for updating, extension or reconfiguration, subject to any necessary consents.

Under the terms of the Estate Agency Act 1979 (section 21) please note that the vendor of this property is an Associate or an Employee of the Connells Group of companies

Outside
The gardens are a particular feature of the property facing south/south west with fantastic sunsets. The gardens extend around the property and providing a high degree of privacy from the roadside, whilst to the rear the outlook opens onto surrounding farmland and countryside beyond. Mature trees, lawns and established boundaries create an attractive setting and offer ample scope for further landscaping. In all 0.43 of an acre.

Situation
The property enjoys a convenient position, combining the practicality of excellent transport connections. Located close to an A-road, it provides straightforward access to nearby towns, villages and commuter routes. Mixbury is an attractive village set within a conservation area with great footpaths through Shellswell Park and surrounding areas. Within the village Swallows Nurseries & Gardens hosts The Nordic Kitchen and offers a good range of gardening needs, plants and coffee. In addition there is a 12th century Church. The nearest pub is The Red Lion in Evenley, (under two miles away) where there is also a shop and post office. Brackley is approximately 6 miles and Buckingham is approximately 9 miles. There is a wide range of state schooling options available in Brackley, Buckingham and Middleton Cheney. There are also excellent independent schools in Brackley (Winchester House) and Westbury (Beachborough).

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Additional Information
Services include mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired heating. Check mobile/broadband speeds for the location at checker.ofcom.org.uk

Additional information

• Scope for refurbishment and updating
• Kitchen
• Two Utility Rooms
• Sitting Room
• Dining Room
• Conservatory
• Bathroom
• Two Bedrooms
• Potential to extend or reconfigure subject to planning permission
• Mature gardens and grounds

Key information

Council Tax Band: D

Tenure: Freehold

Energy Performance Certificate