Kencot, Oxfordshire
- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
1,050 sq ft
98 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Description
A beautifully renovated cottage situated in this highly sought-after village, presente
in immaculate condition throughout.
Key Features
• Fully renovated to a high specification throughout
• Stylish open-plan living space with excellent natural flow
• Wood-burning stove creating a cosy focal point
• Contemporary kitchen installed as part of the full renovation
• Two generous double bedrooms, both with space for king-size beds
• New heating system, electrics, windows, flooring, kitchen and bathroom
• Charming rear garden with studio/summer house and home workspace
• Off-road parking
• Gated side access to the garden
• Plumbing in place for ground-floor WC
• Planning permission granted for loft extension (additional bedroom & bathroom)
• Charming rear garden with studio/summer house with electrics, ideal as a home workspace
Accommodation
This exceptional home has been the subject of a comprehensive and thoughtful high-specification renovation by the current owner, combining period charm with modern comfort. Reconfigured and extended during her tenure, the cottage now offers a rare sense of space and flow, seldom found in properties of this type.
The accommodation comprises an entrance hall leading into a stunning open-plan living, sitting and dining area, complete with a wood-burning stove and doors opening directly onto the garden, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor connection. The kitchen, installed as part of the full renovation, is both stylish and functional, seamlessly integrated into the overall design.
Upstairs, there are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both currently accommodating king-size beds, along with a beautifully finished shower room.
A particular feature of the property is the extensive upgrading carried out throughout, including a new heating system, electrics, double-glazed wooden windows, flooring, kitchen, and bathroom, offering a true turnkey home for prospective buyers.
Externally, the cottage enjoys a charming rear garden with gated side access, off-road parking, and a useful new summer house, currently used as a studio and home workspace.
Further potential exists, with plumbing already in place for the addition of a ground-floor WC. In addition, full planning permission has previously been granted for a loft extension to create an additional bedroom and bathroom, offering excellent scope to further enhance the property if desired.
ACCOMMODATION
SITUATION
The pretty and much sought after village of Kencot is situated within a conservation area on the Oxfordshire/Gloucestershire border. Local villages nearby have some exceptional pubs including The Bell at Langford and The Double Red Duke at Clanfield, both of which are within a few miles. The local Cotswold towns of Lechlade, Burford and Witney all provide a range of everyday and specialist shops, pubs, restaurants and hotels. Further amenities are found in the larger towns and cities of Cheltenham, Oxford and Swindon all of which are within easy commuting distance. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area including Pinewood, St Hugh's, Cothill, Hatherop Castle and Burford School as well as the many well reputed schools of Ox-ford and Cheltenham. The neighbouring village of Langford offers the nearest primary school and Broadwell has a popular pre school. Communications are excellent by road via the M4, M40 and M5 motorways and by rail from either Swindon (truncated)
DIRECTIONS
From Burford take the A361 towards Lechlade. Proceed for about 3 miles and take the left hand turn signposted to Kencot. Continue until the T junction and proceed straight over signposted to Kencot. The property is on the right hand side after about 100 meters and parking is immediately in front.
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Drainage is into a shared cesspit. Gas fired central heating via bottled gas.
TENURE
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion
DISTRICT COUNCIL
West Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band
Band C
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Certain items may be available by separate negotiation with Penny & Sinclair.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by appointment with Penny & Sinclair.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Penny & Sinclair, their clients and any joint agent gives notice to anyone reading these particulars that: i) the particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract; ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to the condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statement or representations of fact. Iii) the text, photographs and plans are guidelines only and are not necessarily comprehensive. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained and Penny & Sinclair have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. A buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Iv) the descriptions provided therein represent the opinion of the author and whilst given in good faith should not be construed as statements (truncated)
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Allocated
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- No wheelchair access
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