3 bed cottage for sale

Sam's Hill Cottage, Middle Barton, Oxfordshire OX7

An utterly charming Grade II listed thatched cottage, beautifully positioned in the heart of this highly sought-after village, Sam’s Hill Cottage is a home of exceptional character, warmth and appeal.

The property opens into a large and welcoming entrance hall, where a turning staircase immediately sets the tone for the charm and elegance found throughout. To one side sits a beautiful living room, rich in character, with exposed beams and a working wood burner creating a wonderfully cosy atmosphere. Opposite, the dining room enjoys its own feature fireplace and the same wealth of period detail, making it an ideal space for entertaining or family gatherings.

The kitchen is complemented by a separate breakfast room, while a downstairs shower room positioned beside the side entrance provides excellent practicality, lending itself perfectly to utility use or as a convenient space for returning from country walks with dogs.

To the rear of the house is a versatile ground floor room opening directly onto the garden, equally suited for use as a garden room, occasional guest bedroom or conversion to a permanent third bedroom including use of the ground floor bathroom.

Upstairs, the first floor features a generous landing currently serving well as a study area, along with two well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an adjoining dressing room leading through to an en suite, while the second bedroom also enjoys its own en suite.

Outside, the gardens are a particular highlight, being lawned to three sides and offering a rare sense of space and privacy, enhanced by mature shrubs, plants and well-stocked borders. To the rear, a covered seating area provides an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining. The property also benefits from a garage/workshop, a further outbuilding, and off-street parking via a driveway to the front.

A truly special village home, Sam’s Hill Cottage combines timeless period charm with versatile accommodation and delightful gardens in one of the area’s most popular settings.

Middle Barton is a popular and well-served Oxfordshire village, situated close to the edge of the Cotswolds and surrounded by attractive countryside. The village has a strong sense of community and includes a number of historic buildings, with the beautiful Church of St Mary located in neighbouring Steeple Barton.

The village offers a primary school and pre-school, a village shop with Post Office services, a garage, a refurbished village hall and an active sports and social club on Worton Road, which also has a large children’s adventure playground. The village hall hosts a variety of activities, including Pilates, yoga, crafts and drama groups, and is available for private functions.

Middle Barton also has two excellent places to eat. The Cinnamon Stick is a popular Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurant, while The Fox reopened in July 2026 following an extensive refurbishment. The newly opened village pub offers a relaxed bar, restaurant and garden, with a menu overseen by former Claridge’s Executive Chef Richard Galli.

Soho Farmhouse is within easy reach, as are Chipping Norton, Woodstock, Deddington, Bicester and Oxford, with further shopping available at Bicester Village. Secondary schooling can be found in Upper Heyford and Chipping Norton, while railway stations at Charlbury, Lower Heyford and Bicester provide services towards Oxford and London. A community-run bus service also connects the village with surrounding towns.