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Dark LaneWroxton | Oxfordshire | OX15 6QQ

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HOLLY BARNA truly exceptional character cottage situated in the sought after village of Wroxton, presented to the highest of standards throughout with a wealth of character features. The property comprises welcoming entrance lobby, ground floor shower room, superb breakfast kitchen, dining room, stunning open plan reception / sitting room with wood burning stove, good sized study / occasional fourth bedroom, three large bedrooms and bathroom to the first floor and a wonderful garden to the rear. A beautiful home which must be viewed internally.

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HOLLY BARN

The property comprises a welcoming entrance lobby with flagstone flooring which provides access to a useful ground floor wet room whilst double doors lead into a stunning and most inviting open plan reception / sitting room which has three windows with feature shutters overlooking the beautiful rear garden, stairs rising to the first floor, a woodburning stove in lovely surround and window to the front.

There is a utility area which leads to a large study which could easily be used as an occasional fourth bedroom.

The superb breakfast kitchen has a Rangemaster oven, Rangemaster fridge / freezer and Belfast sink in addition to ample Carrara marble work surfaces and hand painted units. There is a walk in pantry, windows to the front and rear, and steps leading to a lovely dining room with window seat and stable door opening out to the rear garden.

Another lovely feature of the property is the first floor landing area with wood flooring and exposed stone works whilst doors lead off to a large master bedroom with windows over the rear garden, a superb guest room which has windows to the rear and a stone frames feature window to the side and the third bedroom also has windows to two elevations creating a good degree of natural light.

Vendor Insight Having lived in this beautiful property at the heart of this

thriving village community, the current owners’ recall enjoying the private location, traditional features and views of the garden.

“The property has so many traditional features. We particularly like the look of the exterior of the house and inside the warmth of the inglenook fireplace,” comment the owners. “The view from the sitting room into the garden is lovely, particularly on a sunny day. To the front of the house is a field surrounded by trees where we have occasional visits from wildlife including deer and foxes.”

Sitting in a prime location, Holly Barn is only three miles from the market town of Banbury where you will find an abundance of shops and restaurants. The Cotswolds, having more listed buildings than any other region, is known of an area of outstanding beauty is only a short drive away. “The village is steeped in history with a large number of thatch properties. It is home to Wroxton Abbey which was once occupied by the prime minister Lord North. It is set in beautiful grounds which are freely accessible to the public. The Abbey is now home to a subsidiary of Fairleigh Dickinson University.”

* These comments are the personal views of the current owners and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Whilst the property is simply stunning inside, the gardens outside are also just as good with a lovely shaped lawn, many mature trees and gated access to the front.

A unique, well lovely and magical home which must be seen to be believed.

EPC exempt.

Lying on the banks of the River Cherwell, Banbury is a market town and civil parish in North Oxfordshire. Ideally situated, it is 64 miles (103 km) North West of London, 38 miles (61 km) South East of Birmingham, and 21 miles (34 km) from the county town of Oxford.

Banbury is a significant commercial, industrial and retail centre for the surrounding area, which is predominantly rural. The town is famed for Banbury cakes, and the nursery rhyme “Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross.” Since the year 2000 Banbury has hosted a unique gathering of traditional mock animals, from around the UK, at the annual Banbury Hobby Horse Festival.The Banbury Cross and Oxford Canal are notable local attractions.

Transport links from Banbury allow excellent access to the entire country.With Banbury Station providing trains to London Marylebone and Birmingham Snows Hill and Moor Street Stations.The M40 passes Banbury at Junction 11, and links the town to the M42, M1, M6 and M25.

BANBURY

Oxfordshire is a county in South East England bordering on Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire,Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

The county has major education and tourist industries and is noted for the concentration of performance motorsport companies and facilities.The University of Oxford is a world famous educational institution and one of the top two Universities in the United Kingdom. The main centre of population is the city of Oxford. Other significant settlements are Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington and Chipping Norton to the north of Oxford; Carterton and Witney to the west;Thame and Chinnor to the east; and Abingdon,Wantage, Didcot, Wallingford and Henley-on-Thames to the south.

Places of Interest include the Ashmolean Museum, Cotswold Wildlife Park, Blenhiem Palace, Dorchester Abbey and Hook Norton Brewery. Bicester is famed for its luxurious Outlet Shopping Village and Henley on Thames for the prestigious Oxford/Cambridge Boat Race, while Chipping Norton is one of the largest of the picturesque Cotswold towns.

OXFORDSHIRE

Fine & Country Banbury Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 VAT Reg No: 754062833Registered Office: Newman Property Services, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE

LOCATIONWroxton is a village which lies around three miles West of Banbury and is ideally situated for the town centre along with the motorway networks providing easy access to Birmingham, Oxford and London. Marylebone is also just about an hour away by train.

LOCAL AUTHORITYCherwell District Council

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTSStrictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01295 239 666

WEBSITEFor more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/banbury

OPENING HOURSMonday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pmSaturday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm

Study / Bedroom 43.24 x 3.00

10'8" x 9'11"

Living Room8.36(max) x 5.90(max)27'6"(max) x 19'5"(max)Hall

Kitchen /Dining Room4.00 x 3.22

13'2" x 10'11"

Breakfast Room3.10 x 2.8410'3" x 9'4"

Bedroom 24.64 x 3.45

15'3" x 11'4" Bedroom 17.85 x 2.5425'10" x 8'5"

Bedroom 33.00 x 2.809'11" x 9'3"

Ground Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area

Measurements Are Approximate Only,Illustration For Identification Purposes Only,

Main Building: 142.00 sq m / 1528 sq ftTotal: 142.00 sq m / 1528 sq ft

First Floor

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed

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Study / Bedroom 43.24 x 3.00

10'8" x 9'11"

Living Room8.36(max) x 5.90(max)27'6"(max) x 19'5"(max)Hall

Kitchen /Dining Room4.00 x 3.22

13'2" x 10'11"

Breakfast Room3.10 x 2.8410'3" x 9'4"

Bedroom 24.64 x 3.45

15'3" x 11'4" Bedroom 17.85 x 2.5425'10" x 8'5"

Bedroom 33.00 x 2.809'11" x 9'3"

Ground Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area

Measurements Are Approximate Only,Illustration For Identification Purposes Only,

Main Building: 142.00 sq m / 1528 sq ftTotal: 142.00 sq m / 1528 sq ft

First Floor

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