5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Field House Drive, Summertown, Oxford OX2

Field House is a beautifully presented south facing and secluded Grade II Listed Georgian villa that seamlessly combines period elegance with modern living.

Built in 1831 for the Duke of Marlborough's gunsmith, this stunning and tranquil two-storey property, with its exquisite south-facing ashlar stone façade, grand staircase and expansive York stone terrace is accessed via a private drive and is bathed in natural light throughout from its original Georgian windows, which offer beautiful views over the terrace and garden. The home exudes charm and character, with high ceilings and many original features including working shutters and striking open fireplaces with Adam-style mantelpieces.

The generous proportions of the rooms allow for open, airy spaces, while the abundance of light that pours through the windows reaches to every corner of the house. The principal rooms and garden terrace face south, allowing you to enjoy the sun throughout the day, making it perfect for entertaining or relaxing both indoors and out.

Field House offers spacious accommodation approaching 5,000sqft with an exceptional principal bedroom suite that includes an ensuite dressing room and bathroom, four further bedrooms (one ensuite), two further bathrooms and a guest cloakroom. With a seamless flow between rooms and an abundance of natural light, this house is designed for both family-living and elegant entertaining.

There's also great potential for further expansion. Field House comes with planning permission for a c.3,200 sqft detached annexe, including basement with swimming pool, offering even more space for guests, family, or a private office. Additionally, the original 400 sqft cellar has been approved for conversion into a modern wine cellar, adding another layer of appeal for those who love to entertain or enjoy a fine collection.

Field House offers a very rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented and modernised piece of Oxford's history..

Field House is well placed for all the amenities in north Oxford, with the local centre of Summertown nearby offering a wide range of shops and supermarkets, including an M and S Food Hall, artisan bakers and coffee shops, dentists' and doctors' surgeries. In addition, there is the Alexandra Park Tennis Courts, the Ferry Sports Centre and the Nuffield Health and Racquets Club on Woodstock Road. In addition, Port Meadow is nearby, providing delightful walks along the river and meadow to Wolvercote, the Perch and Trout pubs. North Oxford has many state and independent schools, including Lynams, the Dragon School, St Edward's, Magdalen College School, d'Overbroeks, Cherwell College, the Swan School, Summer Fields, Oxford High School, St Philip and St James' Primary School, and Wychwood School for Girls. There are excellent communications with access to the M40, connecting to London and Birmingham, and the A34, linking to Newbury and the M4. There is a fast rail service to London Paddington in 55 minutes, and from Oxford Parkway, there are services to London Marylebone in 66 minutes. Heathrow airport is approximately 50 minutes by car and from the coach station in Gloucester Green, there are services to London Victoria, Heathrow and Gatwick airports. London Oxford Airport is located within a ten-minute drive from which it is a circa 22-25 minute journey by helicopter to the London Heliport..