Watlington is the smallest market town in England and has a population of around 3,000. Located in the Chiltern Hills between Oxford and Henley-on-Thames, it is about three miles from Junction 6 of the M40. Several of the town's buildings date from the 17th century, although their facades are often 18th or 19th. A fascinating white mark 270 feet tall and 36 feet wide lies above the town, carved into the chalk hill. When approaching the north-west of Watlington, the 12th century Church of St Leonard appears to have a spire. In 1764, a local squire felt that the Norman church, when viewed from his home, would look more impressive with the added "spire".
If you are looking for houses for sale in Watlington you will find an eclectic mix of old and new. There are delightful brick-built cottages offering two bedrooms, with slate or thatched roofs; and terraced and semi-detached houses offering three bedrooms in a variety of styles and periods. If you require four or five bedrooms, estate agents in Watlington offer a choice of picturesque, thatched cottages, often Grade II listed; detached, architect designed houses built in the 19th and 20th centuries; and impressive mansions in truly idyllic surroundings.
For details of flats for sale in Watlington and for all houses and cottages, please contact Watlington estate agents.
Amenities for property in Watlington
The ancient Icknield Way passes by the town and is popular with walkers, naturalists, cyclists and horse riders. Local clubs include bell ringing, bowls, and badminton; and for local shopping there is a chemist, butcher, and deli. The nearest supermarket is eight miles away in Thame. Watlington has a pre-school nursery and a primary school; and the town's secondary school doubles as Icknield Community College.
Transport in Watlington
Commuters to London drive to the railway station in High Wycombe or catch the Oxford to London bus at Lewknor near Junction 6 of the M40. Many residents work in Oxford, Reading or High Wycombe, which are all about a 30-minute drive.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Watlington, which is covered by postcode OX49, you may also like to consider Thame, Wallingford, Didcot, Abingdon, Wantage, Kidlington, and Woodstock.
house, 4 bedrooms
A spacious and extended four bedroom link-detached house in a quiet and sought after cul-de-sac location on the edge of town. Garage, off street parking, gardens front and rear, conservatory and...
house, 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms
Orchard Close is a superb family home set on the edge of this popular Chiltern Hills village.
Originally a farmhouse and thought to date from the early 17th Century Orchard Close is a ch...
house, 4 bedrooms
A modern terraced cottage requiring some improvement but providing 4 bedroom family accommodation in a quiet village location with attractive rural views
house, 4 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms
Delightful, character property within a level walk of Watlington Town Centre
house, 3 bedrooms
Located on a quiet cul de sac this very well presented home has great access into Watlington and M40 Junction 6.
house, 2 bedrooms
BONNERS & BABINGTONS OFFER. A 2 Bedroom Retirement Bungalow in quiet development in the sought after village of Watlington. Age restriction 55+. On-site Warden.
Farms, Estates & Land, 3 bedrooms
A good opportunity to purchase a small plot with planning permission for a compact three bedroom house on the edge of Lewknor at the foot of the Chilterns AONB.The site comprises a rectangular...
house, 2 bedrooms
A delightful traditionally styled semi-detached cottage occupying an attractive courtyard setting close to the centre of the town with garden and garage
house, 4 bedrooms
An attractively presented, spacious four bedroom link-detached family home at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Off street parking, integral garage & gardens front & rear. In catchment area...
house, 3 bedrooms
COMING SOON. A tastefully designed brick built semi detached three bedroom house under a clay tiled roof, open plan kitchen/lounge/diner, utility room, study, downstairs cloakroom, two bathrooms,...