A superb Cotswold country house with 12 acres.

Description

Hoggs Barn is a stunning property extending to over 5,800 sq. ft. with far reaching views and comprehensive equestrian facilities set in over 12 acres. Originally a period Cotswold barn, Hoggs Barn was converted and extended utilising Cotswold stone and other traditional materials to create a family home, with first-class, flexible accommodation, surrounded by its own land with open countryside beyond. In 2021 the central heating system was replaced and double glazing installed throughout creating a highly energy efficient home. The property lies between the towns of Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Norton on the borders of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire.

Internally the property retains the expected period features associated with a building of this type and age. Attached to the original part of the barn is a substantial east wing forming further accommodation over two floors. There are four reception rooms which are all perfect for family life and entertaining. The drawing room is superb with a magnificent fireplace housing a wood burning stove. Double doors open to the gardens. In addition there is a sitting room, family room and dining room. The kitchen is stunning with an excellent range of cabinets with integrated appliances and a large island unit.

The principal bedroom accommodation is set out over the first floor. The accommodation on the third floor provides further bedrooms and a play room, ideal for use as a children’s floor. The property is beautifully presented and has been decorated in a subtle palette of contemporary colours, creating a calm and light home.

Lying to the east of the barn is a well-built u-shaped range of loose boxes beyond which is a yard complete with hay barn and an all-weather arena. The stable yard is constructed of natural and reconstituted stone arranged around a central courtyard. The yard briefly comprises 9 loose boxes, tack room, gym, kitchenette, WC and office. A central archway provides access to an enclosed all weather arena measuring 40m x 20m adjacent to which is an open fronted 3-bay hay barn for general purpose storage covered parking for up to nine cars. The barn is ideal for a variety of uses including garaging. The stable yard is extremely versatile and has enormous potential for conversion to various uses, subject to the usual consent. The current owners have converted two stables to create a gym and a home office.

Beyond the stable yard there is direct access to four adjacent paddocks. These are stock proof with post and rail fencing. An automatic water supply is connected. The paddocks on the northern boundary are stream fed with drinking places.

The gardens and grounds are of simple layout and incorporate formal and informal areas with attractive seating areas taking advantage of the unspoilt rural outlook. The area of landscaping to the south west of the barn incorporates a water feature surrounded by herbaceous borders. The property is approached from the lane via electric gates. The stable yard is accessed from the secondary drive.

The sale of Hoggs Barn provides a rare opportunity to acquire a versatile property set in gardens and grounds with adjacent paddocks.

Location

Chastleton 1 mile, Moreton-in-Marsh 3.5 miles (mainline station to London/Paddington in 90 minutes), Chipping Norton 4 mile, Stow-on-the-Wold 6.5 miles, Oxford 24.5 miles (all distances and times are approximate).

Hoggs Barn is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty between Little Compton and Chastleton (one mile). Little Compton is an attractive village built predominantly of Cotswold stone buildings with a village church. Situated close to the 12th century parish church of St Mary the Virgin is Chastleton House, one of England’s finest and most complete Jacobean houses. Local shops and amenities can be found in Moreton-in-Marsh (four miles), Chipping Norton (four miles) and Stow-on-the-Wold (six miles). Cheltenham (26 miles), Stratford-upon-Avon (20 miles) and Oxford (26 miles) are within easy reach and provide more extensive shopping, leisure and cultural amenities as well as excellent independent and state schools. The renowned Daylesford Organic Farm Shop is located approximately five miles away and Soho Farmhouse is only 12 miles distant. The Fox at Oddington (four miles) is a stylish village pub specialising in local produce and beers.

Communications to the area are excellent with good access to the M40 (Junctions, 8, 9, 10 & 11) providing easy access to London, Heathrow Airport and the Midlands and the M5 (Junctions 10, 11 and 11a) leading to the West Country and. Train links for the area are good with regular services to London/Paddington from Moreton-in-Marsh and Kingham (six miles).

Sporting and recreational facilities are well catered for in the area with golf courses at Lyneham, Chipping Norton and Naunton Downs. National Hunt Racing is at Cheltenham, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester. The surrounding countryside is particularly beautiful with traditional Cotswold villages, rural walks, interesting churches and important gardens at Hidcote and Kiftsgate.

(All distances and times are approximate.)

Square Footage: 5,816 sq ft


Acreage: 12.59 Acres

Directions

From Oxford take the A44 to Evesham. Proceed through Chipping Norton towards Moreton-in-Marsh remaining on the A44. After about 5 miles at Little Compton, turn left to Chastleton. Hoggs Barn is on the right hand side after about half-a-mile and before the village.

Additional Info

Agent’s Note: Although the property has a Gloucestershire postcode, it is situated within the County of Oxfordshire.

Local Authority: West Oxfordshire District Council. Council Tax Band G.