5 bedroom detached house to rent

Enchanting property surrounded by woodland on outskirts of Burford.

Description

The Mill Cottage is an enchanting home which is surrounded by the tranquil waters of the River Windrush and is embraced by the surrounding woodland. This charming property is perfectly presented with spacious and versatile accommodation over three floors and has been designed to incorporate traditional Cotswold country interiors with a bohemian twist.

Upon entering the property you enter into a light and welcoming entrance hall, with original flagstone flooring and windows allowing light to flood the space. Leading on through the ground floor, there is a large living room which retains the original wooden beams and stone flooring, along with an open fireplace. The ground floor also benefits from a utility room, boot room (perfect for rural life), downstairs W/C and study for those who work from home. The heart and soul of the house is the fantastic open-plan kitchen and dining room. This space is full of light with double-height valued ceilings, large crittall glass windows and bespoke kitchen units with integrated appliances. This space also has French doors leading onto the terrace for alfresco dining.

On the first floor, there is a large principal bedroom with a wall of fitted wardrobes and a beautiful en suite bathroom with a roll-top bath. There are also three further well-portioned double bedrooms served by a luxurious family bathroom. Lastly, The second floor has been converted into a fantastic double bedroom with en suite bathroom.

A lovely addition to the property is the annexe, which is currently being used as an office and a gym but equally would make a great additional bedroom and living space for those with older children or for staff.

The outside space at the property is extensive with a raised swimming pool, large covered loggia for outside dining in the summer months, and around seven acres of woodland and manicured lawns which surround the property.

Overall, this exceptional property presents the perfect opportunity to rent a unique home which is nestled in the woodlands and natural surroundings, while being just on the outskirts of the bustling town of Burford.

Location

Burford is a charming medieval town lying within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town offers a wide range of everyday shopping facilities, including a butcher, newsagent, post office, baker and general store. In addition, there are boutiques, restaurants, famous coaching inns, public houses, antique shops and primary and secondary schools in the town and surrounding villages. The larger centres of Oxford, Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick are within driving distance and provide more extensive amenities and facilities. Road communications are good with access to the A40 connecting to the M40 to London, and the M5 to the west. Rail stations at Charlbury, Kingham and Oxford provide a regular service to London Paddington taking approximately 90 and 55 minutes respectively. (All distances and times are approximate.)

State and private schooling in the area is outstanding, with schools in Burford, Bourton-on-the-Water, Kingham and Cokethorpe, along with the Oxford schools including the Dragon School, Magdalen College School and a host of others, along with Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Cheltenham Boys School in Cheltenham.

Sporting and recreational facilities are well catered for in the area with golf courses at Burford, Lyneham, Chipping Norton and Naunton Downs. National Hunt Racing is at Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and Worcester. The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events, ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival or Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events like the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring music, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals, theatrical productions.

Square Footage: 3,676 sq ft


Acreage: 10 Acres

Additional Info

Holding Deposit : £2,757.69 ( 1 week )
Deposit Payable : £16,546.15 ( 6 weeks )
Minimum Term : 12 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance