For Sale4 Bedroom Cottage in Watery Lane, Clifton Hampden, OX14£850,000

Nestled on a secluded no-through lane in the sought-after village of Clifton Hampden. This charming, detached, period cottage exudes timeless elegance and has been meticulously renovated by the current owners. The spacious and bright sitting/dining room extends over 24 feet, featuring elegant French doors to the garden and a wonderful open fireplace. The kitchen is a focal point of the property with French doors to a sunny patio area and boasts a bespoke, modern take on a traditional shaker style from Alfie & George complete with central island, stunning quartz worksurfaces, Siemens appliances and additional smaller touches such as an electric pop up in the island and boiling water tap. Additionally, there is a convenient utility and cloakroom located off the inner hall. On the upper level, you will find four bedrooms and a study. The principal suite boasts built-in wardrobes and a luxurious Ensuite bathroom, featuring an opulent freestanding bath with standpipes and a walk-in shower. Both the Ensuite and family bathroom are a perfect blend of modern style and traditional charm with wood panelling and elegant vanity units with Quartz surfaces. All meticulously designed to preserve the integrity of the building and overall stylish ambience of this home. Outside Located at the front of the property is a gravel driveway that leads to a single garage with an electric vehicle charging point, offering off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The driveway is enclosed by herbaceous hedging, providing privacy and a charming aesthetic. The main garden is situated at the rear of the property and spans approximately 200 feet. It is predominantly laid to lawn and divided into separate sections which include a mini orchard with the properties original well and a top section fondly known as ‘the cricket pitch’, creating a sense of space and tranquillity. A sun terrace, accessible through either of the property’s French doors, overlooks the garden and features a heated outdoor swimming pool. This area is perfect for relaxing and entertaining guests, offering a luxurious and inviting atmosphere. The current owners have approved planning in place should the new owner wish to fill in the swimming pool to create a larger patio area to entertain. This planning approval also includes construction of a new garage, which would also result in a larger driveway area, plus replacing of one set of the French doors to the garden, and building a porch at the front door. 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. Both Abingdon & Oxford are easily accessible and offers a wide range of amenities, with fantastic shopping facilities 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. 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. Property Ref Number: HAM-56681 Additional Information Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council Council Tax Band: E Planning permission has been granted to knock down the garage and build it further back. Planning application P23/S3848/HH A right of way down left hand side of the house but no longer goes anywhere. Under the terms of the Estate Agency Act 1979 (section 21) please note that the vendor of this property is an Employee of the Connells Group of companies. Additional information - Entrance Hall - Sitting Room/Dining Room - Kitchen - Utility - Cloak Room - Four Bedrooms - Study - Two Bathrooms - Garage - 200ft Garden Key information Council Tax Band: E Tenure: Freehold