The Byre
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ABOUT THIS HOUSE
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he Byre sits in a quiet position on Mackney Lane with attractive views to both the front and back of the house. This wonderful country home has a large gravelled driveway with an exceptionally well designed carport
that provides ample room for three cars. Beautiful landscaping frames the house at the front and continues around to the large rear garden which offers views over the open countryside. The house has been built to an exception standard and the accommodation throughout is well laid out and provides a huge amount of flexibility for family living. The large open plan kitchen provides an ideal entertaining space while the dining room and sitting room could be separated off to create a good sized two bedroom annex.
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HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
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here are a number of key highlights to living at this wonderful property. The main ones are:
The house sits in an enviable position on a lovely quiet lane. All the bedrooms benefit from having wonderful views, whether it’s looking across the garden and field beyond or it is looking towards the lane and village recreation ground beyond. A beautifully appointed kitchen /breakfast/ sitting room is very much the heart of the home and offers a perfect space to cook, dine and entertain. STUDIO
The five bedroom, three bath/shower rooms makes for comfortable family living. ·The quality of craftmanship and attention to detail is evident throughout. STUDIO
·The garden is an good size and offers stunning views over the open countryside. Mostly laid to lawn with a very pretty landscaped border to the west facing patio. ·A gravel driveway provides parking for a number of cars and has the addition of an excellent carport.
The surrounding countryside is breath-taking and is perfect for those who enjoy walking, riding and cycling to name just three activities on offer.
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WHAT3WORDS ///regularly.afterglow.nuggets CO-ORDINATES 51°60'86.8"N 1°16'00.8"W SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage LPG gas central heating EPC C COUNCIL TAX Band G LOCAL AUTHORITY South Oxfordshire District Council
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ABOUT THIS AREA
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rightwell-cum-Sotwell is one of South Oxfordshire’s most desirable villages. A proper village which includes the excellent Red Lion pub, a village stores and a primary school.
The village is ideally located for commuting to London, Oxford or Reading, with Didcot Parkway rail station only 4 miles away. The Byre is also well positioned for both the M4 and M40. Wallingford is the nearest town, situated on the on the banks of the River Thames, with its desirable setting and attractive architecture, this is market town living at its finest.
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ABOUT THIS AREA
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ordered by the rolling Chilterns on one side and the magnificent Berkshire Downs on the other, it’s an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors. With its large open market
square and famous castle ruins, this bustling market town is suffused in history. But what you might not know is that contemporary Wallingford is home to a fresh and energetic vibe, stoked by some great independent shopping, a sparkling array of dining options and a thriving café culture. As well as great leisure facilities and abundant footpaths, the town is fast becoming South Oxfordshire’s most sought after small town. There is a wide choice of excellent schools, both state and private within the area.
TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Wallingford 2.4 miles Oxford 13.2 miles Henley on Thames 14.8 miles Didcot Station 4.1 miles London Paddington from 37 mins Cholsey 4.5 miles London Paddington from 55 mins LOCAL The Red Lion, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell The Coach & Horses, Wallingford Wittenham Clumps
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he village is one of the most sort after villages in the area and neighbours the nearby town of Wallingford.
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he accommodation flows well and offers a great deal of versatility.
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n exceptional new house in one of South Oxfordshire’s most sought after villages.
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FLOORPLAN Click to view Virtual Tour
Approximate Area - 229.9 sq m / 2,474 sq ft | Includi
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 June 2022. Particulars prepared in June 2022
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ing Limited Use Area - 8.8 sq m / 95 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
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AREA GUIDE
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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
The Country House Department Limited John Eccles House Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford, OX4 4GP
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