4 bed detached house for sale

Hill Road, Watlington OX49

A unique and high-quality family house featuring four double bedrooms, contemporary design, and private gardens of approximately 0.3 acres, along with a triple garage that includes separate flexible annex accommodation.

The Old Chicken Shed, 82B, Hill Road

This individual, newly built property features timber cladding in a barn style and is situated on approximately 0.3 acres of a secluded garden.

A striking feature of the property is a bridge walkway that leads to a decked sun terrace designed for entertaining. The upper bridge and balcony provide shade, while stair paths connect the lower terrace to the garden and main entertaining space.

Bi-fold doors open from the living area to the outside with the entire space maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding garden with plenty of light. The reception lounge boasts high ceilings, a prominent window, and an exposed brick feature wall, which includes a mezzanine glass balcony. The ground floor is adorned with composite Moonstone flooring and underfloor heating.

The kitchen is designed in a contemporary style and features built-in units, appliances, and quartz worktops. A spacious central island, which includes a wine chiller, sink, and mixer tap, separates the kitchen from the living area. Additionally, a separate utility room and cloakroom are discreetly located to the side of the hallway.

Upstairs, the mezzanine area functions as an office or workout space, leading to a double bedroom featuring a Juliet balcony and an en-suite bathroom that overlooks the wooded area. Ample eaves storage is also available.

On the lower floor the cleverly designed layout ensures rooms remain comfortable throughout the year. The principal bedroom includes a walk-in dressing area and patio doors leading to a lower terrace shared with two additional double bedrooms. Each of these rooms has en-suite facilities, and the bathrooms are equipped with Rainmaker shower fittings.

Outside

The wraparound garden and grounds are accessible from the private lane via a shingle driveway that provides ample parking. At the front of the property, there is a lawn area surrounded by sloping terraces. Mature trees and hedging enhance the feeling of seclusion and privacy and there is a shed providing good storage.

The triple garage with power includes a separate flexible annex above with ensuite bathroom facilities, ideal for use as a home office, guest accommodation, or for teenage children.

Watlington

Watlington has a vibrant and creative community with independent and artisan shops. Along with three excellent pubs and local restaurants, there is a first-class butcher and delicatessen, the Orange Bakery selling delicious bread and baked goodies every Friday and Saturday, and The Undercroft Market, with locally sourced fruit, vegetables, flowers and plants. For sporting enthusiasts, the town has a range of sports facilities that embrace football and cricket as well as tennis, squash and bowls. Watlington Primary school and Rainbow Corner day nursery and pre-school have an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating and senior education is provided by the well-regarded Icknield Community College. The Chiltern Hills rise above the town and offer some of the finest landscapes in south-east England. With The Icknield Way (Ridgeway National Trail) and wonderful walks on the doorstep, there is much on offer for outdoor enthusiasts, cyclists and walkers. The M40, junction 6 at Lewknor is just three miles away, where the popular Oxford Tube coach service operates 365 days of the year, connecting to central London and in to Oxford. For rail commuters, there are train connections from Princes Risborough, Haddenham near Thame and High Wycombe, with direct services to Marylebone in 22 minutes.

Services

Mains Services: Electricity / Water / Drainage
Heating: Air Source Heat Pump
Broadband: Superfast broadband available
Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band: G
EPC: B