5 bed detached house for sale

College Farm Close, Kidlington OX5

A beautiful home with ample space for a growing family and offered with no onward chain. Known locally as the ‘house with the pond’, which originally served as the village pond before becoming a stunning feature of the rear garden. Situated in a historic village the property is relatively modern, built in circa 1990’s and designed in keeping with its surrounding. The property boasts the use of stone, timber lintels and an impressive gothic style entrance door, whilst offering modern spaces and facilities internally. Positioned circa 2 miles from Islip and its railway station, offering convenient access into Oxford and London.

As you step inside, you are greeted by an inviting entrance hall, spacious and thoughtfully designed with ample storage and a nearby W.C, enhancing the home's practicality. The bright front-facing reception room presents an ideal setting for a cozy TV or entertainment room, or even a cheerful playroom for children. A bright living room with double aspect windows boasts a striking stone mantel and a cozy wood-burning stove, seamlessly flowing into a dining room that frames picturesque views of the rear garden and pond. The well-appointed kitchen, replete with integrated appliances, is generously sized, providing just the right space for a delightful breakfast table. A door opens to a utility room that cleverly doubles as a boot room, perfect for those with pets or anyone who revels in long countryside walks.

To first floor, there are five double bedrooms with the two largest benefitting from ensuite bathrooms and built in wardrobes. There is a four-piece family bathroom and a large landing with space for further storage or a desk.

A double garage with ‘up and over’ doors and gravelled drive to front allows for ample parking. The property has a wrap around garden with two side access gates leading to landscaped rear garden, where you have a generous lawn, seating area, patio and pond. An ideal mix of manicured gardens and nature. Beyond the hedgerows there are distant views onto open fields, which provide scenic first floor views.

Oddington is a village on the northern edge of Otmoor, with a primary school and active church and community. Within 2 miles you have Islip railway station and conveniently positioned with easy access to Bicester North, Bicester Village Station and Oxford Parkway in Kidlington. Allowing access into Oxford City within 10mins and London Marylebone in 1hr 15 mins.

Ideally positioned for commuting, with access to A34 & M40 to London, Birmingham and wider Oxfordshire to access local and private schooling. A perfect opportunity for medics and academics who need to visit Oxford sites, including John Radcliffe Hospital, The Manor Hospital, Churchill Hospital and the world renowned Oxford University. Approximately 5 miles south of Bicester and only 15 mins drive to Kidlington and its ample amenities; including a dentist, doctor surgery, building society, supermarkets, café’s and several pub/restaurants. There are four primary schools and a secondary school which has a sports centre and swimming facilities.