Character and charm abound in this fantastic home, from the handsome Georgian symmetrical façade to the graceful proportions of the living spaces. Inside, you’ll find everything you’d expect from a house with such a rich history: exposed timber beams, flagstone floors, huge Georgian sash windows, 18th Century fireplaces and oodles of character.  The current owners have lovingly and sympathetically improved the home including replacement of some timber-framed windows, updating the kitchen and professionally landscaping the sunny courtyard garden.

The home’s location on the fringes of Woodstock is hard to beat too.  From here, it’s a short stroll to the bustling town centre for shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants, or just eight miles to the centre of Oxford (there are regular buses from outside the house).  If exploring the countryside or relaxing at Soho Farmhouse is your thing, you’ll find it just a short 15 minute drive away. 

17 Manor Road is an ideal family home for those seeking access to good schools and transport links, or the perfect ‘lock up and leave’ weekend retreat in the countryside.  We’re sure you’ll want to hear all the finer details about this super home, so let us show you around.

Georgian Charm

Set in an elevated position, Manor Road is a private lane with plenty of parking available outside the house.  No. 17 is a comfortable family home that’s handsome yet welcoming, and you’ll feel the house enveloping you with its charm as soon as you step under the wisteria through the front door into the formal sitting room.  The huge open fireplace provides an impressive focal point and cosy warmth in winter, with high ceilings and sash windows in the Georgian style allowing in plenty of natural light.  This is a wonderful space for entertaining whatever the season.  A door from the formal sitting room leads down into a large split-level cellar with plenty of storage space and perfect for housing an extensive wine selection.

To your right is a second reception, currently used as a library/ home office with custom built-in bookshelves and a desk positioned in front of the window.  This well-proportioned room could lend itself to a variety of different uses, from children’s playroom to snug, TV room or even a formal dining space for entertaining.

The heart of the home…

From the formal sitting room, step up into the light-filled and spacious kitchen/diner/family room – the beating heart of this lovely home.  The kitchen has been decorated in a French country farmhouse style and is well-equipped for modern living, with integrated appliances including dishwasher, fridge and freezer, a Siemens oven and induction hob.  There’s plenty of cupboard space with units at eye and wall level and a large pantry for food storage.   You’ll also find the downstairs cloakroom and WC tucked away.

There’s space here for a circular dining table for convivial kitchen suppers underneath the huge lantern light above.  Afterwards, relax in the family area with large bifold doors which open out onto the courtyard garden.  This south-west facing space enjoys the sun throughout the day and is the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or relax at the end of the day with a drink as the sun sets.

And so to bed…

Head upstairs where you’ll discover four spacious bedrooms arranged over two floors, and the family bathroom.   The principal bedroom suite is peacefully located on the second floor and is a light-filled and private sanctuary.  Large sash windows offer lovely views to the front, and a Velux window allows in light and views over the park to the ensuite shower room at the rear.  Bedroom two on this floor boasts a generous bank of fitted wardrobes and would make an ideal children’s bedroom or nursery.

On the first floor there are two further beautifully presented bedrooms with high ceilings and lots of natural light thanks to the large sash windows.   These bedrooms are served by the family bathroom, decorated with crisp white heritage-style sanitaryware including a bath with overhead shower.

Step outside

The pretty courtyard garden at 17 Manor Road has been professionally designed and landscaped to be low maintenance and to provide colour and interest all year round.  The south-west orientation ensures this outside space enjoys the best of the natural light at all times of day and throughout the seasons, and it’s bursting with colourful foliage and scented climbing roses.

With a high Cotswold stone wall providing shelter and privacy, sitting in this tranquil space adjoining the grounds of Blenheim Palace it’s hard to believe you’re so close to the town centre.  Arranged over two levels, there’s a raised terrace that’s the perfect spot for relaxing with a book in the shade, and a lower patio leading out from the family room that’s great for entertaining and creating that indoor-outdoor feel in the warmer months.

Location

This lovely home enjoys an excellent position within strolling distance of the vibrant market town of Woodstock, with its range of shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs.  There’s a Co-op for all your essentials and lots of independent shops and boutiques to explore.  Enjoy a mooch around the clothes shops before stopping for coffee and cake at one of Woodstock’s many cafes.   On a Sunday, leave the washing up and treat the family to Sunday lunch at The Woodstock Arms (their beef is renowned!) before a stomp around the 2000 acre Blenheim Palace grounds.  Residents of Manor Road benefit from a walking pass to Blenheim Park – it’s the ultimate back garden!

Blenheim Palace is a perennial draw to the town and there’s something for the whole family to enjoy within its spectacular gardens and grounds, from adventure play to boating on the lake.  However, there’s much more to Woodstock than the palace - there’s a strong community feel to this bustling Georgian town made famous for its glove trade and plenty to see and do.

From April to September, you can enjoy the outdoor heated pool and there are also local tennis and bowling clubs.  Hop on a regular bus to be in Oxford in around 30 minutes for shopping, theatre or cinema or enjoy the miles of peaceful rolling countryside on your doorstep.

Education options here are excellent.  Woodstock CE Primary School is ‘Outstanding’ and The Marlborough School is rated ‘Good’.  There are a wealth of independent schools nearby including LVS Oxford, d’Overbroecks, St Edwards’s, St Clare’s Oxford, Oxford High, The Dragon School and The King’s School. 

Transport links to London are excellent.  You are close to the A34 and the M40 (J9).  By train, choose Long Hanborough station for services to London Paddington (1hr 15mins), or Oxford Parkway for London Marylebone (55 minutes).