Haddon Orchard
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Sires Hill, North Moreton Oxfordshire, OX11 9BG 51°37'27.1"N 1°11'50.9"W what3words ///doing.arose.reason
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ABOUT THIS HOUSE
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pproached over a sweeping gravel drive and nestled in mature gardens, in a rural position, sits Haddon Orchard. Originally dating from 1936, the house was extended in the 1980’s and has recently
been significantly extended again, by the current owners. The end result is a substantial modern family home with some lovely period features, as well as large, modern and open spaces, ideal for contemporary family living. Highlights include the simply magnificent open plan kitchen, with stunning crittal windows and doors, and fitted with a bespoke Terence Ball Kitchens. The master bedroom suite is similarly impressive with a large dressing area and exquisitely finished bathroom.
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here is underfloor heating in the new part of the house, as well as the family room, with the heating system zoned with Honeywell Evo Smart. The house is Cat 6 wired and there is a Rako lighting system.
The gardens extend to about 1.49 acres and include lawned areas and a number of majestic mature trees. There is a large south facing terrace at the rear of the house, complete with an external wood burner. Adjacent to the main house is a separate annexe and large timber framed garage / car port.
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SERVICES Oil fired central heating, mains electricity and water ANNEXE
and private drainage. Super fast broadband. EPC D COUNCIL TAX G LOCAL AUTHORITY South Oxfordshire District Council, 01491 823000 AGENT'S NOTE The Aga is not included in the sale.
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ABOUT THIS AREA
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ires Hill is a close-knit community nestled in an Area of Designated Outstanding Natural Beauty between the villages of Brightwell-cum-Sotwell and North Moreton. The surrounding landscape
promises a beautiful and seductive escape with much for the outdoor enthusiast. The nature reserve of the imposing Wittenham Clumps overlooks the area, and there are marvellous local walks and cycle rides that include the Clumps, nearby Long Wittenham and the Thames footpath. Didcot is the closest town and importantly provides the fast rail link to London, with trains taking as little as 37 minutes to reach London Paddington. Wallingford is also close by. With its large open market square and famous castle ruins, this bustling market town is suffused in history. Wallingford is home to a sparkling array of dining options and a thriving café culture. If that wasn’t enough, Wallingford’s outstanding schools, great leisure facilities and abundant footpaths, mean the town is fast becoming South Oxfordshire’s most sought after small town. With both Oxford and Reading within striking distance, Sires Hill is also well positioned for both the M4 and M40. TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Wallingford 4.5 miles Abingdon 7 miles Oxford 11 miles Didcot Station 2.7 miles London Paddington from 37 mins LOCAL The Red Lion, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell The Plough, Long Wittenham Wittenham Clumps
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51°37'27.1"N 1°11'50.8"W
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substantial modern family home with some lovely period features
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odern and open spaces, ideal for contemporary family living.
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weeping gravel drive and nestled in mature gardens.
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FLOORPLAN
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Total - 542.9 sq m / 5843 sq ft | Main House - 397 sq m / 4273 sq ft | Outb
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country House Department gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptio necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. The C planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. The Country House Department does not accept responsibility for any exp all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Photographs taken March 2022. Particulars prepared in March 2022
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buildings / Garages - 84.2 sq m / 906 sq ft | Annexe - 61.7 sq m / 664 sq ft
ons, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not Country House Department does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to penses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of 2.
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AREA GUIDE
Oxfordshire 5 1 ° 3 7 ' 2 7 . 1 " N
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rom the Riverside glamour of Henley in the South to Banbury’s glorious golden sandstone in the North, Oxfordshire is a classic English county which defies simple definitions. With much of the county easily commutable to London, there are hundreds of pictureperfect country villages to choose from. You never have to look far for a good pub and the county also lays claim to some of the country’s finest restaurants and retreats, including Raymond Blanc’s two Michelin starred Le Manoir aux Quat’Saison and the renowned Soho Farmhouse. Lover of the outdoors are spoilt such as walking along the banks of the Thames, which winds its way through the heart of the county.
WALKING
Wittenham Clumps Wittenham Clumps is the common name for a pair of wooded chalk hills in the Thames Valley with an extensive network of paths.
EATING OUT
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saison Described as “a twist of imaginative genius”, Raymond Blanc’s vision for Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons has always been one of world-class gastronomic flair and outstanding organic produce.
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Henley Royal Regatta A prestigious rowing event held annually on the River Thames. Races are head-to-head knock out competitions, raced over five days in July. Blenheim Palace A monumental country palace in Woodstock. The palace, one of England’s largest houses, was built between 1705 and 1722, and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
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ABOUT US
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