Chalgrove, Oxford

The Great Barn

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Mill Lane, Chalgrove Oxford, OX44 7SL 51°42'58.2"N 1°12'53.6"W what3words///librarian.slowness.towns

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ABOUT THIS HOUSE

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teeped in history, The Great Barn was once the corn barn for the neighbouring Manor House, with The Little Barn being the old cart shed. Thought to date back to 1650, this Grade II Listed barn is a traditional elm barn

that once supplied Wallingford Castle and Oxford Colleges.

This charming barn conversion with an enormous amount of character is the perfect family home. The double height drawing room and six bedrooms with the addition of a one bedroom annex (The Little Barn) provides ample accommodation. Looking to the outside, the mature gardens are so beautifully cared for with a stunning pagoda that has a mature wisteria growing over it which provides some much needed shade on a hot a summer day.

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HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

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here are a number of key highlights to living at this wonderful property. The main ones are:

With almost 4,000 sq ft of accommodation The Great Barn is a magnificent family home with well proportioned rooms.

There is separate access to The Little Barn which is a well laid out one bedroom annex.

Six bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, arranged over the first and second floor, makes for comfortable family living.

STUDIO

The double height drawing room which is full of character and charm provides an ideal space for entertaining or one can simply sit back, relax, and take it all in.

The first floor has a large galleried landing which really is a great multifunctional space as it could lend itself as a study or playroom.

STUDIO

The gardens are simply beautiful with well-established flower beds which are full of colour throughout the summer months.

The house benefits from a large in and out gravel driveway which provides ample parking for a number of cars.

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WHAT3WORDS ///librarian.slowness.towns CO-ORDINATES 51°42'58.2"N 1°12'53.6"W SERVICES Mains water and electricity and drainage Gas fired central heating EPC E/Grade II Lisfed COUNCIL TAX Band G LOCAL AUTHORITY South Oxfordshire District Council

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ABOUT THIS AREA

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ituated in picturesque, Oxfordshire countryside Chalgrove has a wonderful community feel to it. It has all the amenities one could ask for with the Village Stores, The Post Office, Village

Hall and Recreation Ground and three pubs. The village church has an internationally renowned set of medieval wall

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Furthermore Chalgrove is the site of a small Civil War battle in 1643, the Battle of Chalgrove Field. The Parliamentarian John Hampden was wounded in the battle, and died of his wounds six days later. A very rare silver Roman coin ( circa 271) was found at Chalgrove: a base silver Roman coin called a radiate of Emperor Domitian II.

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ABOUT THIS AREA

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ituated on the on the banks of the River Thames, Wallingford – with its desirable setting and attractive architecture – offers market town living at its finest.

Bordered 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.

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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. If that wasn’t enough, Wallingford’s outstanding schools, great leisure facilities and abundant footpaths, mean the town is fast becoming South Oxfordshire’s most sought after small town. With both Oxford and Reading within striking distance, Wallingford is well-connected to some of London’s fastest rail-links and is well positioned for both the M4 and M40.

TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Wallingford, 8.7 miles Thame 9.8 miles Oxford 11.3 miles Reading 18.8 Cholsey Train Station 9.7 miles London Paddington from 52 mins Didcot Parkway Train Station 13.1 miles London Paddington from 40 mins LOCAL The Red Lion, Chalgrove The Lamb, Chalgrove The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton

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delightful elm barn conversion in the heart of the village and steeped in history.

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he gardens are simply beautiful with wellestablished flower beds which are full of colour throughout the summer months.

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FLOORPLAN Click to view Virtual Tour

Approximate Floor Area - 370.6 sq m / 3,989 sq ft | Annexe / Outbuil

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 June 2022. Particulars prepared in June 2022

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ldings - 90.0 sq m / 969 sq ft | Total - 460.6 sq m / 4,958 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.

WALKING

Wittenham Clumps Wittenham Clumps is the common name for a pair of wooded chalk hills in the Thames Valley with an extensive network of paths.

EATING OUT

Le Manoir aux Quat'Saison Described as “a twist of imaginative genius”, Raymond Blanc’s vision for Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons has always been one of world-class gastronomic flair and outstanding organic produce.

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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.

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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