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KINGS HEAD HOUSE The charming, historic, market town of Winslow, which is conveniently located equidistant between Buckingham and Aylesbury, is surrounded by delightful open countryside. Standing in the heart of the town is this amazing family home, full of intriguing history, alongside fascinating stories of its past, and which has been the much adored home for Jonathan and Elizabeth since 2009.
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An extensive and flexible Grade II listed home, situated right in the heart of Winslow, offered for sale with NO UPWARD CHAIN and affording around 4,000 square feet of accommodation. With parts of this home dating back to the early 17th century, Kings Head House was a private home in the 1720s, an Ale House for many years, as The King’s Head, before being returned to a residential home around 1920. This property is steeped in history and has permission to convert into two dwellings at an estimated cost of up to £100,000. The flagstone hall has steps leading up to a glazed door which provides access to the rear garden, whilst stairs lead to the upper floors. There are reception rooms to either side of the entrance hall, both having wood flooring. The reception room to the right has a working inglenook fireplace, of tudor origin, exposed beams, a window to the front and access to a two-chamber cellar, which offers excellent potential for storing vintage wines. The reception to the other side of the hall has a Victorian fireplace surround, wooden floor, and windows to two elevations.
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Adjacent to the staircase is a study, this also has wooden floors and an open fireplace. A Georgian built in bookcase is set into an alcove. This light and airy space is ideal for anyone working from home. . Along from the study is a second kitchen which, is next to a bathroom which has a window to the side. The open plan kitchen / dining room is the ideal setting for those who like to entertain. The kitchen area has a welsh quarry tiled floor, All the kitchen units have been handmade by Willowbank cabinet makers and comprise; kitchen drawers and central with a sink unit and drawers, integrated oven, 5 ring hob and ample workspace. French doors lead onto the courtyard, whilst the dining room has space for a table to seat 8 guests, feature display cabinets, shelving and two windows to the side. From the kitchen area, access is provided to a laundry room which has a walk-in pantry, access to a large work room and a door to the front. The rear lobby has a second staircase rising to the first floor, a door to the cloakroom/ WC and access to the garden sun terrace. Without doubt, one of the main selling features is the large garden room which offers an additional dining venue along with sitting area. At the rear of the property is the large Garden Room. The dining area offers space for a table to seat 8 guests making entertainment options wide and varied, whilst the sitting area has a vaulted ceiling, a wood burning stove with a full height exposed flue and four upper-level windows. Access is also provided from here to the rear garden, there is also a lovely view of the mezzanine above. To the first floor, a wonderful drawing room can be found which has; wooden floors and panelling to the walls, creating excellent charm and character. There is a Victorian feature fireplace and windows providing lovely views to the church, opposite. The feature bedroom has wood flooring, built in wardrobes, a window to the side and door leading to a lovely mezzanine seating area which has beautiful views over the garden room below. The guest bedroom has two windows to the side which afford natural light, a large feature beam and a door to a Jack and Jill style shower room. A third double also has access to the adjacent shower room, built in wardrobes and two windows to the side. There are two further double bedrooms which offer superb views of outside and from the main landing, access is provided to a bathroom which has a freestanding bath. Also accessed from the main landing via a staircase is the large attic area with two additional rooms and a hidden en-suite WC. Lots of period features in these rooms.
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Seller Insight We were looking for a spacious family home which would also provide safe, but independent, living for an elderly family member. It is easy to understand why we fell in love with this fabulous house. Brilliantly located along the High Street, but somewhat like a Tardis with its vast amount of brilliant accommodation, plus we loved its fascinating history. Parts of the house date back to the Tudor period, with further additions taking place in the Georgian and then Victorian eras. All blend stunningly together but with its heritage wonderfully intact whilst, at the same time it is comfortable and welcoming, with its new additions and enhancements selected to suit modern-day life, carefully complimenting its history.” “Living here, we do feel we are the custodians of our home and everything we have undertaken has added to its beauty. Space combined with well proportioned, elegant, rooms, each having an individual personality, provides a versatile layout enabling extensive options for family life. We do enjoy sharing our home with friends and family and whether it be a formal event or relaxed informality around the kitchen table, each occasion is enjoyable and special for us.” “Our private garden is equally as delightful as the house. It is very long and backs onto the stunning Winslow Hall, designed by Christopher Wren. It is so peaceful and tranquil here and often feel we are in the midst of the countryside.” “Winslow is a very active town with excellent restaurants, pubs, and other amenities all very close. Quality supermarkets and other shops are conveniently located.The local schools are outstanding and sport and leisure opportunities very close. Travel via road and rail are very convenient, but the new east/west railway is well underway and a new station nearing completion which will provide even faster journeys into the capital, but also into Oxford or Cambridge.” “ This has been an amazing and convenient family home over the years, and we will take away a host of such happy memories.”*
* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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The landscaped gardens at Kings Head House are beautifully presented with different areas to sit to enjoy the sun and al fresco dining.
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Gates lead to parking to the rear for four-five cars This is a wonderful, flexible home of large proportions which offers excellent potential throughout.
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Location Winslow is home to many boutique shops including the outstanding deli, whilst also being conveniently located for Buckingham Town Centre and being conveniently located for the M40 which provides easy access to Birmingham, Oxford, Bicester and London, whilst the local train network provides a commute to Marylebone in under an hour or via Milton Keynes to Euston. Winslow Train Station within walking distance at the top of the high street is also under construction which will provide access to London Oxford (in 20 minutes) and eventually Cambridge.
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Services Gas Fired Central Heating Mains Drainage Tenure Freehold Local Authority Aylesbury Vale Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01295 239666 Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/banbury Opening Hours: Monday to Friday Saturday Sunday
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 26.05.2021
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TERRY ROBINSON PARTNER AGENT Fine & Country Banbury M: 07736 937 633 | DD: 01295 239663 email: terry.robinson@fineandcountry.com Terry has been in the estate agency industry for 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge in the property sector. Having left the corporate world to set up his own brand, Terry has already built up a great reputation with local buyers and sellers. His aim is to deliver the highest levels of service and to make any client feel valued. Terry has already sold several properties which had been on the market with other estate agents previously and he puts this down to his attention to detail and his hunger for success.
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FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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