Brightwell Manor, Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell

Brightwell Manor

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Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0RT 51°36'45.6"N 1°09'60.0"W what3words ///trousers.like.irrigate

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ABOUT THIS HOUSE

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ucked away in a fabulous and private edge of village location, at the end of a gravelled drive and nestled next to the village church, sits Brightwell Manor, set within its mature gardens of 4.88 acres.

Brightwell Manor is a house steeped in history, with a moated castle believed to have been built on the site by King Stephen in the 1150’s. The current house is believed to date back to 1605 with the striking Georgian façade, faced in blue brick headers, added in the late 1700’s. Of its many owners perhaps the most notable was the Reverend Dr W R Inge, Dean of St Paul’s Cathedral and Knight Commander of the Victorian Order. He was a prolific author and used the family room as his study for writing. The current owners bought the house from his family in 1971.

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he house has been in the same family ownership for over 50 years and provides a rare opportunity to purchase an historic house in one of the most sought after Oxfordshire villages.

Brightwell Manor is a superb family house with flexible living accommodation that could be reconfigured (subject to planning consent). The house is awash with period features reflecting both its Tudor and Georgian origins, including high ceilings, large sash windows with shutters, wood panelling, ornate cornicing, open fireplaces and flag stone floors. Of particular note is the beautiful mural painted by the neo romanticist, George Warner Allen.

The kitchen, annexe and guest cottage were built in the 1950s, in keeping with the Georgian character of the house.

The grounds are bordered on three sides by a moat, complete with a dam that controls the water level. The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn there are mature trees including a chestnut tree, grown from a conker taken from Windsor’s Royal Mile, as well as fruit trees. There is a walled garden, a tennis court, outside storage along with a double garage, next to the cottage.

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rightwell-cum-Sotwell is one of South Oxfordshire’s most desirable villages. A proper village which includes the excellent Red Lion pub, a village stores and a primary school. The village is ideally located for commuting to London, Oxford or Reading, with Didcot Parkway rail station only 4 miles away. Brightwell Manor is also well positioned for both the M4 and M40.

Wallingford is the nearest town, situated on the on the banks of the River Thames, with its desirable setting and attractive architecture, this is market town living at its finest.

SERVICES Mains water and electricity Private drainage Oil fired central heating LISTED Grade II COUNCIL TAX G LOCAL AUTHORITY South Oxfordshire District Council

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ordered by the rolling Chilterns on one side and the magnificent Berkshire Downs on the other, it’s an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors. With its large open market

square and famous castle ruins, this bustling market town is suffused in history. But what you might not know is that contemporary Wallingford is home to a fresh and energetic vibe, stoked by some great independent shopping, a sparkling array of dining options and a thriving café culture. As well as great leisure facilities and abundant footpaths, the town is fast becoming South Oxfordshire’s most sought after small town.

There is a wide choice of excellent schools, both state and private within the area.

TOWNS, TRAIN STATIONS Wallingford 2 miles Oxford 13 miles Henley on Thames 14.8 miles Didcot Station 3.8 miles London Paddington from 37 mins LOCAL The Red Lion, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell The Coppa Club, Streatley Wittenham Clumps

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eautifully large windows and doors flood the home with natural light

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rare opportunity to purchase an historic house in one of the most sought after Oxfordshire villages.

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he house has been in the same family ownership for over 50 years.

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FLOORPLAN Click to view Virtual Tour

Total - 976.3 sq m / 10,508 sq ft | Main House - 755.1 sq m / 8128 sq ft | Cottage - 111.4 sq m / 11

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country House Department gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptio necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. The C planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. The Country House Department does not accept responsibility for any exp all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Photographs taken April 2022. Particulars prepared in May 2022

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199 sq ft | Cellar - 48.9 sq m / 526 sq ft | Stables - 22.4 sq m / 241 sq ft | Garage - 38.5 / 414 sq ft

ons, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not Country House Department does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to penses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of

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AREA GUIDE

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rom the Riverside glamour of Henley in the South to Banbury’s glorious golden sandstone in the North, Oxfordshire is a classic English county which defies simple definitions. With much of the county easily commutable to London, there are hundreds of pictureperfect country villages to choose from. You never have to look far for a good pub and the county also lays claim to some of the country’s finest restaurants and retreats, including Raymond Blanc’s two Michelin starred Le Manoir aux Quat’Saison and the renowned Soho Farmhouse. Lover of the outdoors are spoilt such as walking along the banks of the Thames, which winds its way through the heart of the county.

W A L K I N G The Ridgeway An ancient track described as Britain's oldest road which meanders through picturesque countryside. The Ridgeway runs from Wiltshire, along the chalk ridge of the Berkshire Downs to the River Thames at the Goring Gap. EATING OUT

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The Eyston Arms Located in the middle of the oldest part of the historic village of East Hendred, at the foot of the Ridgeway. In recent years it has received several awards and accolades. They pride themselves on the number of clients and friends who eat regularly at the Pub. Henley Royal Regatta A prestigious rowing event held annually on the River Thames. Races are head-to-head knock out competitions, raced over five days in July.

D A Y O U T Blenheim Palace A monumental country palace in Woodstock. The palace, one of England’s largest houses, was built between 1705 and 1722, and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.

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ABOUT US

The Country House Department Limited John Eccles House Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford, OX4 4GP

01865 338 300 info@thecountryhousedepartment.com thecountryhousedepartment.com

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