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Fine & Country Banbury

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HAWTHORN HOUSEMalthouse Lane | Bodicote | Oxfordshire | OX15 4BU

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Hawthorn HAWTHORN HOUSE Hawthorn House was constructed circa 1985 and occupies a secluded position, located towards the end of a private road.

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Hawthorn House sits beautifully at the end of a private road within the attractive village of Bodicote. Having country pubs and superb walks close by, the property is still within convenient reach of Banbury and its many facilities.

This lovely four bedroom residence which underwent a superb refurbishment program in 2004 to provide extensive living accommodation comprises entrance porch, spacious hallway, open plan kitchen with direct access to dining room with sitting area, living room, shower room, utility room and a further reception room that could be used as an occasional fifth bedroom or home office.

To the first floor, there are four bedrooms, the master benefiting from an en suite, plus principle family bathroom, whilst outside, there is a well presented rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn and a driveway to the front providing off-road parking.

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Accommodation Summary

Ground Floor

When entering the property via the enclosed porch, you are greeted with a spacious and welcoming entrance hall which has stairs rising to the first floor and doors leading to adjacent rooms.

There is a wonderful open plan theme to the ground floor which is a result of a large extension program carried out by the current vendors in 2004 which affords an excellent dining area directly accessed by the kitchen. The dining area flows straight to a relaxed sitting area which in turn wraps around to a living room This flexible space is ideal both for family living and entertaining a crowd.

There is also a further reception room which can be used as a home office or an occasional fifth bedroom, utility room and downstairs shower room. Doors from both the dining area and the utility room lead out to the beautiful rear garden.

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First Floor

To the first floor, there are four bedrooms, the superb master bedroom benefits from having an en-suite, whilst the principle family bathroom services the other three bedrooms.

Rear Garden

The rear garden is beautifully presented and laid to lawn with attractive well kept borders.

Off Street Parking

The property also benefits from a drive to the front which provides off street parking.


Hawthorn House is a spacious and attractive family home that sits in a quiet private road in Bodicote village. The village location, surrounded by pretty

countryside, but only a few miles from Banbury,

perfectly suited the requirements of the present

owners. They wanted their young children to

experience the pleasure and safety of growing

up in a close rural community, but with the wider

world of work and leisure conveniently close by.

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The house was in need of some care and attention and was not large enough for comfortable family living; however it

stood on a generous plot and had huge potential, to be developed

into a much larger home. Today, with its extension, and a largely

open plan ground floor configuration, it is a home that welcomes

and accommodates people with great ease.

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The open plan area encompasses the kitchen, dining room and sitting room. It is the hub of busy daily life, and perfect for the cook, who can join

in conversation with family and friends. It has been the ideal play area for young

children, and a great entertaining space, where the whole family can gather together

for anniversary celebrations and Christmas festivities. It is a house at its best when

full of people.


The large, rear patio doors and windows allow natural light to flood into the house, creating a positive atmosphere, even on the dullest of days. The garden makes a delightful backdrop to the rooms and gives a sense of house and garden coming together

as one harmonious whole. The present owner finds the generous utility room and shower room a great bonus, as it is where muddy

wellington boots and dogs can be deposited and cleaned. There is a good choice of two further reception rooms. The family room has been

used as a gym and a bedroom for the au pair, whilst the living room is somewhere to spend lazy, relaxed evenings.


Location

Bodicote village is approximately two miles from Banbury and only three miles to Junction 11 of the M40 marking it ideal for commuting to Birmingham, Oxford or London via the road network or by train from Banbury train station

This friendly village is home to a primary school, church, pubs, an Indian restaurant, farm shop and dance school. There are playing fields used for football and cricket and a playground as well as Scouts, Brownies and drama groups.

Services

Mains Drainage, electricity, gas, telephone (BT connected), sky tv/broadband

Local Authority

Cherwell District CouncilCouncil Tax Band: F

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country, Banbury

Website Address

For more information visit the property’s unique website address www.fineandcountry.com


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 29.06.2015

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The peaceful garden is a charming mix of shrubbery and lawn, and some fruitful raspberry and strawberry plants. It is a place to enjoy al fresco dining and unwinding, but with the

option of fantastic country walks, easily reached from the rear of the house. Bodicote is a friendly and active village, and primary age children can walk to the village school. Banbury is also a walkable distance

away for older children. There is a large Sainsbury’s approximately a mile from the house, and a good local Spa and Health Club. Hawthorn House has an excellent choice of surrounding towns. Oxford,

Stratford Upon Avon and Warwick are within easy reach and Birmingham is just over fifty miles away: whilst the train journey from Banbury to London is approximately an hour. The present owners are going

to miss their delightful home, superb village location and the friendly people but take away happy memories of their time at Hawthorn House.


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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 01295 278541

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pmSaturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm

Agents Notes

All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.


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House HAWTHORN HOUSEThe present owners are going to miss their delightful home, superb village location and the friendly people but take away happy memories of their time at Hawthorn House.


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