A Pretty, Characterful Detached Home on a no through road in the heart of Lewknor.
Set on Church Lane in this sought-after village this house is quietly tucked away on a peaceful no through road beside the church. This beautiful four-bedroom detached period home combines timeless character with generous accommodation and the most enchanting gardens.
The house is entered through a porch fitted with cupboards and seats. Brimming with charm, the house is arranged over two floors. The first floor is centred around the landing, leading to four lovely bedrooms. Two benefit from en-suites, while a family bathroom serves the remaining rooms.
There is a large multi purpose attic accessed by stairs and fitted with storage cupboards. It has light, electricity and Velux windows. There are two other traditional roof spaces.
On the ground floor there are two impressive reception rooms. A large sitting room features a magnificent old inglenook fireplace, with working fireplace, full of atmosphere. A window seat looks out over the garden to one side and French windows lead out onto the south facing patio with the original well and pump.
The second reception room has French windows also leading onto the south facing patio.
The large farmhouse-style kitchen is the heart of the home, with an easily controlled electric Aga and space for a family dining table, creating a warm and welcoming everyday living space. An electric cooker and hob add flexibility. The utility and downstairs cloakroom add further practicality. Both kitchen and utility room come with top of the range white goods, freezers, fridge, washing machine, tumble drier and dishwashing machines, included.
The gardens are truly something special – large, private, and surrounded by mature trees, creating the feel of a secret woodland dell. A stream borders the bottom of the garden, passing through historic watercress beds that form shallow ponds, adding to the idyllic setting. The gardens include specimen trees, mature medlar, mulberry, apple and damson trees . There is a cultivated blackberry hedge. All yield excellent crops. There is a well stocked fruit cage. A Malvern summer house is fitted with double glazing and power/lights. Outside tap and electricity provide convenience. The adjacent allotments are rented and the present owner has rented the island allotment for over 40 years at a peppercorn rate. The large shed has potential for multi use. It has power, lighting and significant space. It could easily be converted to a peaceful home office. There is plentiful off-road parking for around six vehicles, along with an oak framed garage which includes a secure store. There is a 10 by 8, aluminium, Halls greenhouse.
Rarely does such a pretty and characterful property come to the market. This is the first time this property has been offered on the market in over 40 years. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the village, with Lewknor C of E Primary School just 150m one way, and the Leathern Bottle Pub around 200m the other, yet wonderfully private and peaceful, this unique home offers spacious accommodation, period charm, and the most magical gardens. Viewing is essential to appreciate all it has to offer.
About Lewknor
Lewknor is an ancient settlement tucked into the western foot of the Chiltern Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The pretty village is surrounded by woodland walks & nature trails. It boasts a traditional country pub, a well regarded C of E primary school, a village hall and the 12th century St. Margaret’s Church. Village stores & Farmer's market are found in nearby Watlington.(3 miles) Watlington provides a Coop, specialist independent shops, award winning bakery, butcher, greengrocer, fishmonger, cafe, library, doctor, dentist and primary/secondary ( bus service to Lewknor ) schools. Thame (6 miles) incorporates a leisure centre/swimming pool, supermarkets, weekly market and other facilities. A major draw for the village is its proximity to J6 of the M40, with 24hr coach services at Lewknor Turn ( a short walk) to London Victoria & Oxford city centre. There is also a frequent service to Heathrow and Gatwick.
Material Information
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - F
Broadband - FTTC (fibre to cabinet), Fibre Broadband Available via 'Trooli'
Parking - Off Road Parking & Garage
Sewerage - Mains
Heating - Oil central heating
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