Charming period property in sought-after village.

Description

Mallards is a charming and deceptively spacious Grade II listed, end of terrace property set in the much sought-after village of Deddington. Mallards is of stone construction and benefits from character features combined with modern interiors, following significant improvements that have taken place at the property over the years. The light and well-presented accommodation offers versatility and the property also includes an enclosed garden and off-street parking.

The dual aspect sitting room has exposed beams and ample space for a formal reception area. The dining / family room, with fitted shelves and cupboards creates a versatile space with steps opening up into an impressive, bespoke kitchen. The kitchen features an island unit with breakfast bar and fitted units with granite worktops, integrated Neff and Miele appliances and wine racks. The kitchen also provides space for seating and double doors opening into the garden. There is also a downstairs WC with plumbing for washing machine.

The first floor provides a spacious principal bedroom with en suite shower room; three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

To the side of the property is off street parking. The rear garden benefits from side access and provides a generous area of level lawn. A terrace offers a lovely spot for alfresco dining, plus a traditional brick shed. There is a further patio area next to the kitchen and a path running along the width of the house.

The property benefits from live planning permission for a garden office at the end of the garden and an open fronted carport above the parking area. The property could also have potential for further extension, subject to planning.

Location

The much sought after village of Deddington is characterised by the delightful market place which hosts a farmers’ market. With origins believed to date to the 6th or 7th century AD, the village is rich in history with the grand St Peter and Paul’s church dating to the early 13th century. It benefits from several shops including a popular delicatessen, Co-op, florist, tea room, hairdressers, public houses, library, doctor’s surgery, dentist, pharmacy and primary school. More extensive shopping, leisure and cultural facilities are available in the nearby towns of Banbury (6 miles), Bicester (12 miles), Chipping Norton (10 miles) and Oxford (19 miles).

Renowned private members club Soho Farmhouse in Great Tew is approximately 7 miles away and the highly regarded Nicholsons Garden Centre is located just outside the village at North Aston (2.5 miles).

Extensive selection of well-regarded educational establishments in the area include Deddington C of E Primary School, Warriner Senior school (Bloxham), St Johns Prep (Banbury), Carrdus School (Banbury), Bloxham School, Tudor Hall (girls, Bloxham), Sibford School, Winchester House (Brackley), Beachborough (Brackley). Bus services are available to the Oxford schools, which include The Dragon, Summerfield’s, Headington, St. Edwards and Magdalen College School.

Well located for both London and Birmingham and the North with junctions 10 and 11 of the M40 being about 7 and 8 miles away respectively; direct trains from Bicester North to London Marylebone (from 43 minutes); Banbury to Birmingham (from 56 minutes); Birmingham International Airport is about 47 miles away and Heathrow approximately 62 miles. A bus route runs to Banbury and Oxford.

Recreational activities in the area include tennis, cricket and football clubs in the village; polo at Kirtlington and Cirencester; racing at Stratford, Warwick and Cheltenham; numerous golf clubs including Tadmarton Heath and Rye Hill; Bannatyne’s Health Club in Bodicote; world renowned shopping at Bicester Village; Blenheim Palace at Woodstock and theatres in Chipping Norton, Oxford and Stratford upon Avon.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,668 sq ft