Cottage for sale in The Square, Swalcliffe OX15

A fabulous semi-detached period cottage located along a quiet no through lane close to the centre of the village. Constructed of stone beneath a slate roof with crittall windows and oil fired heating, the property provides well balanced accommodation arranged over two floors. The property is in need of some cosmetic updating, providing a unique opportunity to a discerning purchaser to personalise and add further value. The property combines many character features with the convenience of modern living. On the ground floor the entrance leads to two separate reception rooms. The sitting room features a beamed ceiling, Inglenook fireplace with log burner and doors opening to the rear terrace. The dining room has a beamed ceiling and leads to the kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom and rear hallway. Located at the rear of the cottage, the kitchen has a range of fitted units and appliances. On the first floor, a light and airy landing gives access to three bedrooms, one with en-suite, and there is a separate bathroom.

Outside

The property is set back from the lane with a driveway providing private parking and leads to a single garage. The front garden is principally laid to lawn. The rear garden is enclosed by stone walling. Partly laid to lawn with deep flowering borders, stocked with a range of plants and shrubs and a paved terrace with outside lighting adjacent to the property. A pathway leads through the garden to a stone outbuilding at the rear which has been converted to an office/workshop with an adjoining tool shed.

Situation

Swalcliffe is situated to the west of Banbury on the B4035 Shipston-on-Stour road. Facilities within the village include a public house, a parish church, and village hall. A few minutes drive away are The Sibfords with a Post Office/convenience store, a dispensing surgery and a primary school. More shopping and recreational facilities can be found in the nearby market town of Banbury. From Banbury there is also a mainline railway station to London Marylebone and access to the M40 (Junction 11).

Additional Information

Council Tax Band F - Cherwell District Council. Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired heating.