Piddington, Bicester, OX25

An exceptional Grade II listed family home set in a secluded position with superb panoramic views over open countryside set in 2.34 acres with additional annexe accommodation.

Dating back at least 400 years, The Old Farmhouse enjoys an incredibly private rural setting on the edge of the village with over 3,000sq.ft. of accommodation with an abundance of original period features exuding a timeless appeal.

The ground floor offers several reception rooms including the magnificent main sitting room, flooded with natural light with a part-double height ceiling and windows through 360-degree aspect, including a fully glazed wall with door leading to the garden merging effortlessly the indoor and outdoor spaces. Exposed stonework walls, fireplace with cozy log burner and elegant black spiral staircase help to create a perfect blend of contemporary elegance and rustic charm.

Adjacent to the sitting room is an office enveloped by beautifully exposed stonewalls and with a working fireplace. The traditional farmhouse kitchen with high ceilings and striking cross beam is complete with an Aga. Terracotta flooring continues from here into a dining room with wonderful beams. The character features continue into the delightful larger dining room, also accessed from the kitchen, featuring an Inglenook fireplace, with plenty of light from the window and a glass double door leading to the garden. Completing the ground floor is an additional dual aspect sitting room/den and WC.

Moving upstairs, the principal bedroom is a true retreat connected to a spacious dressing room with fitted wardrobes which could easily be used as an additional bedroom if required, and a modern ensuite bathroom with a separate shower cubicle. There are two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom with a roll top bath. The loft room offers an ideal guest suite with additional bathroom.

The Old Farmhouse is situated amidst idyllic gardens with lush lawns, a wonderful array of mature trees including a graceful weeping willow and a large pond. The terrace area is the perfect space for unwinding whilst enjoying the uninterrupted views within the incredibly private and peaceful setting.

Notably, there is a separate two-bedroom single-storey annexe with a large open-plan living/dining room with impressive, vaulted ceiling with wooden beams and exposed brickwork wall. Wooden flooring runs seamlessly throughout the space into the modern galley-style kitchen and both bedrooms. Both bedrooms have their own bathrooms. A standout feature is the delightful sunroom the to the rear.

Other outbuildings include the original 688sq. ft tractor shed currently used as a gym with additional utility room and WC. The old stable block provides useful storage. There is a triple garage with large, gravelled area in front offering ample parking.

Piddington is a small village very close to Oxfordshire's border with Buckinghamshire with an active and friendly local community, active village hall and church. The popular Bull and Butcher Pub can be found in nearby Ludgershall, and the Mitchelin star Nut Tree Inn at Murcott. 9 miles from Oxford, on the Headington side, with access to excellent schools and hospitals.

Bicester is 4.5 miles away and conveniently has two train stations. Bicester North offers a great commuter service to London Marylebone in around 45 minutes, and you can reach Birmingham in 1 hour. Bicester Village train station offers service to Oxford and to Nearby London Marylebone. Bicester town centre offers a great choice of restaurants, a Cinema and Sainsbury’s supermarket.  Internationally acclaimed Bicester Village designer outlet, and Bicester Shopping Park including an M&S Food Hall, and David Lloyd health club can all be found on the edge of the town.

By road, the M40 is within easy reach at J9 or J10 offering access to London, M25, Oxford and Birmingham.