Property description
A beautifully presented Grade II Listed thatched cottage, full of character and period features, complemented by a separate barn conversion. This delightful home enjoys a private rear garden, an integral garage, and generous off-street parking for multiple vehicles, all nestled within the heart of this highly desirable Cotswold village.
Main Cottage
Entrance Hallway
Accessed via a solid hardwood front door, the entrance hall features flagstone flooring, an exposed stone wall, cloak hanging space, and a rear door opening to the garden.
Sitting Room
A light-filled dual-aspect reception room with windows to the front and rear, a charming inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove, flagstone flooring, ceiling spotlights, and open tread stairs to the first floor.
Cloakroom
With a rear-facing window, low-level WC, meter cupboard.
Vaulted Cellar
Characterful with original flagstone flooring and a stone mullion window.
Kitchen/Dining Room
A blend of traditional charm and modern convenience, featuring both original and double-glazed windows, a range of fitted base and wall units, integrated induction hob with extractor, stainless steel sink with drainer, and Antico flooring. The dining area boasts a window seat, exposed beams, and an original cast iron fireplace.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Window to front aspect, original oak floorboards, exposed ceiling beams, and a window seat.
Bedroom Two
Double-glazed front window and original floorboards.
Bedroom Three
Window to front aspect, with built-in cupboard storage and original oak floorboards.
Shower Room
Fitted with a walk-in shower, hand wash basin, low-level WC, heated towel rail, wooden floorboards, and a window to rear aspect.
Exterior
To the rear of the cottage there is a shingle driveway offering ample parking for four vehicles, and there is also an integral garage in the barn. The garden is located to the rear of the cottage and a shingle pathway leads to a private garden and hard standing outside seating area. There are mature borders and an apple tree enclosed by a dry-stone wall to one side.
Detached Barn Conversion
A versatile converted barn offering self-contained accommodation — ideal as a guest suite or a home office.
Entrance Lobby/Study Area
Accessed via an oak door, with oak floorboards, ceiling spotlights, a window to the front, and stairs to the first floor.
Integral Garage
With power and lighting — perfect for secure parking or workshop use.
Open-Plan Bedroom/Sitting Room
A spacious room with vaulted ceilings, wooden floorboards, Velux roof windows, and a window to front aspect.
En-Suite Shower Room
Comprising a walk-in shower, low-level WC, and hand wash basin.
This rare combination of historic charm and modern convenience, along with flexible additional accommodation and a prime village location, makes this a truly unique special home.
Hook Norton is widely regarded for its sense of peace and tranquility, and also its thriving community. It has a village hall with many activities going on throughout the year. There is also a Health Centre and a Dentist within the village. Hook Norton has the Church of England Primary School; the Secondary School is in Chipping Norton.
There are two public houses within the village as well as the famous Hook Norton Brewery. It has a village store and local amenities, and the countryside is but a short stroll away. There is a regular bus service to both the nearby towns of Banbury and Chipping Norton.
Nearby attractions: Blenheim Palace, Chastleton House, Cheltenham Racecourse, Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens, Hook Norton Brewery, Rousham House, Rousham Gardens, Oxford Airport, Rollright Stones, The Theatre at Chipping Norton.
Chipping Norton c. 5 miles
Banbury c. 8 miles
Bicester c. 20 miles
Stratford Upon Avon c. 21 miles
Oxford c. 25 miles
Cheltenham c. 31 miles
Birmingham c. 60 miles
London c. 81 miles
Charlbury or Kingham to London, c. 1 hour
Bicester North or Banbury to London, c. 1 hour
Buyers Purchase Fee:
Please note that buyers are required to pay a Purchase Fee of £300 (inc. of VAT) to Mark David Estate Agents Ltd on offer acceptance, to process a new transaction. c. 43 minutes
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