Property description
Crown Barn is an exceptional Cotswold stone conversion, owned by the same family for 25 years. Arranged over three floors, it combines period charm with modern refinement. The entrance hall impresses with its wide staircase, galleried landing, and vaulted ceiling, setting the tone for the home’s elegance. Spacious reception rooms provide ideal spaces for entertaining or everyday living, while the generously sized bedrooms and high-quality fittings ensure comfort throughout. The beautifully landscaped walled gardens, extending to about 0.35 acres, feature lawns, terraces, and mature planting that offer both privacy and year-round appeal.
Crown Barn presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished home in the heart of the Cotswolds. Viewing is highly recommended.
Location - Ascott-under-Wychwood is an attractive residential village, on the edge of the Cotswolds and is in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Evenlode Valley. The village has a Parish Church, village hall with lots of clubs & activities, small Private School, Community Shop and Public House. It is well placed for Burford and Chipping Norton (both about 5 miles), Witney (8 miles), Oxford and Banbury (about 20 miles each) and Cheltenham (27miles) Main line trains (Paddington/Worcester) are available only 3 miles away at Charlbury. Ascott forms part of the 'The Wychwoods', thriving West Oxfordshire villages in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ascott is also within easy reach of Soho farmhouse and Daylesford. Shipton provides a range of local amenities including a village shop and post office, petrol station, The Wychwood Inn, The Lamb Inn and The Shaven Crown Hotel. Shipton also has a primary school, village hall and doctors surgery and there are further shops and services including a dentist and library in nearby Milton-under-Wychwood. A wider range of facilities may be found in the nearby market towns of Burford and Chipping Norton, while the area's larger commercial centres of Witney, Oxford and Cheltenham are within easy travelling distance with access to the motorway network via the A40 and the M4 to the south. There are main line rail services to London Paddington (80 minutes) from Charlbury every hour. There is also a limited service from Ascott-Under-Wychwood.
Description - Converted in 1999, Crown Barn enjoys a superb position in the heart of the picturesque village of Ascott-under-Wychwood. Built of Cotswold stone beneath a reconstituted slate roof, the property is arranged over three floors and brimming with character. Period features include a fireplace with gas fire, exposed beams, and deep window sills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
In addition, a self-contained guest suite above the double garage provides versatile accommodation
Ground Floor - On the ground floor, the property features a vaulted kitchen and breakfast room that exudes charm and warmth. With a door to the rear garden, this space serves as the true heart of the home, enjoying views over the beautifully landscaped garden and surrounding countryside.
The kitchen is fitted with modern appliances and quality finishes, offering the perfect balance of traditional character and contemporary convenience.
First Floor - The upper floors have been thoughtfully designed to preserve the barn’s original character while providing generous and practical living space.
Within the main house, there are five well-proportioned bedrooms arranged across the first and second floors. Two benefit from en-suite facilities, while a large family bathroom serves the remaining rooms.
Above the double garage, a self-contained studio offers an additional bedroom with en-suite and its own private entrance—ideal for guests or extended family.
Outside - The driveway leads to the front of the property, where there is a double garage and plentiful parking.
The beautifully landscaped gardens, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by stone walls, feature sculpted borders filled with a wide variety of mature shrubs and plants. Several patio areas provide ideal spaces for entertaining, as well as perfect suntraps from which to enjoy the stunning countryside views.
A delightful timber pergola, framed by low box hedging, creates a charming shaded seating area and a standout feature of the garden.
Fixtures And Fittings - Only those specifically mentioned within the sale particulars are included in the sale. Please note that we have not tested the equipment, appliances and services in this property.
Local Authority - West Oxfordshire District Council
Woodgreen
Witney
Oxfordshire
OX28 6NB
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Council Tax - Council Tax Band G ,£4,005.46 per annum for the year 2025 to 2026
Services - Mains Gas, Electricity, Water and Drainage are connected. Gas-fired central heating.
Tenure - The property is Freehold
Viewing - Viewing is strictly via the Sole Agents Tayler and Fletcher and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of any particular point of interest before journeying to view.
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