Versatile modernised country living offering considerable scope in a superb rural location.
The property has been extensively and sympathetically modernised by the current owners allowing modern living to exist amongst the property's age and charm.
This versatile family home offers extensive accommodation across two floors with six bedrooms (three en suite) in the main house and four additional bedrooms in the annexes (two en suite). In addition there are various terraces offering extensive outdoor living with bar, pergola and an outdoor heated infinity pool, all set in approximately 2 acres of gardens and grounds, all within one hour direct train connection from Banbury to London Marylebone.
This fine country property, situated in rolling countryside, not only offers excellent accommodation, but enjoys considerable space and privacy.
The ground floor accommodation flows from a spacious hall connecting to the majority of reception rooms. Unusually for many barn conversions, natural light spills in though generous windows all giving of a real sense of space and light. Both the drawing room and the dining room are of a generous size, perfect for entertaining. The drawing room features an impressive Cotswold stone surround fireplace with a wood burning stove, perfect for winter days.
The 36' long kitchen/breakfast room forms the hub of the house and features a Smallbone bespoke kitchen and island with a variety of integrated appliances, granite work surfaces, marble flooring and ample space for dining up to twenty guests. The beautiful tumbled marble stone flooring, which complements the majority of the ground floor, extends into the living room with its wood burning stove. Essential for a property of this size is the generous utility room with an abundance of storage cupboards.
To the first floor is a spectacular principal bedroom suite with a glass fronted vaulted seating area overlooking the pool and garden with the high quality en-suite bathroom fittings and tiling.
Georgian pane windows, radiator grilles, recessed down lighters, brass & chrome electrical fittings and coving, combined with quality bathroom ware and tiling enhance the overall feel.
Outside there is a the Summer House, a lovely separate annexe with bright and light interiors, ideal for guests or ancillary accommodation as the Summer House faces the 18-metre outdoor heated infinity edge swimming pool with extensive paved seating areas. Natural light spills into this building through five French doors and makes for the perfect space for summer entertaining combining with the flagstone terraces which continue through to the pool area. Opposite the Summer House is a self-contained gym, a purpose built bar and BBQ hut, hot tub, outdoor shower and an arctic cabin.
The Stables annexe is situated to the front of the main house and offers additional entertainment space, bar with two en suite bedrooms and a shower room. To the rear is a useful storage area. This could also be considered as an ideal space for
an office.
Ample shingle covered parking and turning area to the front.
Potential to add garaging, subject to the relevant consents.
Formal gardens surround the property with enclosed courtyard areas and expansive lawns. A meandering stream marks the boundary.
Beggars Barn has been successfully utilised as a luxury holiday retreat and achieved a gross income of £350,000 last year.
In all about 2 acres.
Immersing oneself in the Beggars Barn way of life maybe a far cry from the hustle and bustle of London, but modern day communications, fittings and creature comforts, all keep the property at the forefront of 21st country living.
Further land and building plot (Lot 2) is also available.
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I've always loved this rural oasis. Not only is it good for large families and multi-generational living, there is opportunity to generate income.
Nick RudgeProperty agent