4 bedroom cottage for sale

Located on the banks of the idyllic River Ray, this charming detached cottage provides four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two reception rooms at the heart of the historic village of Islip and surrounded by stunning countryside.The focal point of the home is a rustic kitchen / dining room with wood-finished counter-tops and island. French Doors provide access to the south-facing lawn garden. Branching off of the spacious entrance hall, there is a second reception room with a bright dual aspect, wood-burning stove, wood flooring, and bi-fold doors opening out to the patio.On the first floor there are four bedrooms including three good-sized doubles. The primary bedroom benefits from a sunny vaulted ceiling, en-suite shower-room, and a separate staircase providing direct access. A separate washroom is located alongside the family bathroom.At the rear of the home is a picturesque lawn garden hosting a home office, multiple mature trees and flower beds, and leading down to a scenic jetty on the river bank. Off-street parking is available to the side.Location:The village of Islip is within easy reach of Oxford and features a number of character properties, as well as the 13th-centrury parish church. There is an excellent community shop, primary school, surgery, two public houses, plus a rail station with frequent train services to Oxford and London Marylebone.As well as being convenient for Summertown (5 miles), Headington (5.5 miles) and Oxford city centre (6.75 miles) the village is also convenient for Woodstock, Bicester Village and access to the M40.