5 Bedroom | Freehold | 2 Baths | Character Property
Offers in excess of£900,000
Appleford
2.9 miles
Culham
3.1 miles
Radley
3.8 miles
A superbly located detached barn conversion offering a wealth of character along with practical five bedroom accommodation and views over the village Millenium Green.
DESCRIPTION Orchard Barn is a substantial and beautifully presented five-bedroom detached period barn conversion, offering over 2,500 sq ft of characterful accommodation. Set towards the end of a highly sought-after no-through lane, the property enjoys a peaceful position backing directly onto the village’s expansive Millennium Green.
Believed to date back to circa 1780, the barn was thoughtfully converted into a spacious family home in the late 1980s. It has been cherished by the current owners since 1993 and now presents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique and historic home in one of the village’s most desirable locations.
The ground floor features a well-appointed farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room with a brick fireplace and fitted Aga, complemented by a separate utility room. Three versatile reception rooms include a stunning 35-foot, double-aspect living/family room at the heart of the home, complete with a large stone Inglenook fireplace, cast iron log-burning stove, and bi-fold doors opening onto a south-facing sun terrace. Upstairs, the principal bedroom is generously proportioned and benefits from an en-suite bathroom. Four additional double bedrooms enjoy open views across the Millennium Green and are served by a family bathroom and a separate shower room.
The front of the property offers two driveways with ample parking, one of which leads to a detached stone-built garage with excellent ceiling height—ideal for conversion into a garden studio or annexe (subject to planning). The mature, south-facing rear and side gardens are beautifully landscaped and include espalier fruit trees, soft fruit bushes, a productive vegetable patch, and a greenhouse. Several private, well-screened seating areas provide tranquil outdoor living, with a gate offering direct access to the Millennium Green, home to a community orchard, a ring of walnut trees, and a small cherry orchard.
In summary, Orchard Barn is a distinctive and spacious family home full of charm and character, set in a delightful village location. Internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this exceptional property has to offer.
LOCATION Sutton Wick is a delightful hamlet at the northern end of Drayton, which has village shops catering for everyday needs. Abingdon, which holds claim to the title of Britain’s oldest town, is 2 miles away and provides a range of comprehensive amenities including banks, library, churches and a wide range of shops. There are many schools, both state and private, in the vicinity including Abingdon School, St. Helen & St. Katharine, The Manor Prep, Chandlings Manor, Radley, Cothill and the Europa School along with the well reputed Oxford schools. The village is well located for access to the A34, connecting the M40 and M4 motorways. Didcot station, 6 miles away, provides a fast rail link to London, Paddington in approximately 45 minutes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Tenure: Freehold Council Tax band G All mains services are connected According to Ofcom, Ultrafast broadband is available. Mobile coverage is likely outdoor but limited indoor.
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