Hill HouseFant Hill | Upper Brailes | OX15 5AY

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Hill HouseThis is a lovely example of a great family home, last on the market in the late 80s. A 1930s double-fronted detached villa with a simple exterior and good interior proportions: high ceilings, full of light and blessed with open fire places; arranged in a traditional fashion, the kitchen/breakfast room is complete with obligatory AGA. The house is tucked into the side of Brailes Hill, well placed on a climbing plot of 0.672 acres, backing onto woodland with glorious views over the surrounding countryside.

One of its joys is a fabulous garden, visited by an vast array of wildlife, including a herd of fallow deer on occasion. There are plenty of places for children to build dens or kick a football, whilst adults can relax and enjoy the peace of a summer’s evening, far from the hustle of city life.

The current owners have lived here extremely happily for almost 30 years, and can attest to its suitability as a much loved family home, but now the children have grown up and moved away, it’s suddenly too big. They can see it has also become a little tired and in need of some updating and revision. The large attic for example, could easily become a play-room again, or ideal space for someone’s hobby.

Planning permission was secured in May 2014, for a self-contained two storey extension, where the old conservatory doubles as an informal dining room. Thankfully for the new owners, the vendors have decided to let them get creative with fresh ideas instead: 3G living space, room for an au pair or extra luxurious guest accommodation.

Sensibly priced to take account of the work that will realize it’s full worth, Hill House now presents a seductive opportunity for a young couple with a long wish list, and a desire to live the good life with their children. Mr.Maxwell-Wood says, “ We shall be really sad to leave – it’s been a wonderful

place to bring up our children, with freedom and space and great neighbours, we’ve

all made life-long friends. As a sculptor, this location has given peace and serenity

and also inspiration for my work, and we wish the new owners all the joy and delight

that we have found here” *

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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Marketed by Fine & Country North Cotswolds at the offices of Harrison James & Hardie in Moreton in Marsh, to find out more about Hill House or to arrange a viewing strictly by prior appointment, contact Branch Manager Tom Burdett on 01608 651000.

The Property A 1930’s detached double fronted family home, situated in an elevated position within the popular village of Upper Brailes, and benefitting from superb countryside views. The property enjoys a mature and sizeable plot, backing onto woodland and offering considerable scope for extension, for which planning permission was recently granted. Accommodation comprises entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, study, conservatory, utility, WC, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, three further bedrooms, family bathroom, large attic room, mature plot extending to 0.672 acres, detached garage and workshop.

BRAILESThis is a very friendly, welcoming village with plenty going on. It has various clubs and societies, a monthly rural cinema and Brailes Show in the summer which is famous for miles around. It sits in the attractive undulating south Warwickshire countryside, on the border of North Oxfordshire and close to the North Cotswolds in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Upper and Lower Brailes combine to offer a wonderful variety of amenities, including it’s own C of E primary school, golf course, garage/petrol station, two great pubs, a butcher, village store, newsagent, hairdresser, and French baker and patisserie –for your fresh loaf every morning! It also boasts a fine 13th Century church and a Roman Catholic chapel. There are excellent secondary schools locally, both state and independent, and the village is on a main bus route serving the surrounding villages, Banbury, and Moreton-in-Marsh, which has a direct train service to Paddington.

Junction 11 and 14 of the M40 motorway are at Banbury and Warwick respectively, from where The Chiltern Line rail service also runs taking you to Birmingham or London Marylebone in about an hour. Also within easy reach are the Cheltenham and Warwick racecourses and the RSC theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon DIRECTIONSFrom Shipston-on-Stour take the B4035 signposted to Banbury. As you come into Upper Brailes, take the first turning on the right, up a short hill track and the property is on the left.

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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 24.03.2015

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Fine & Country Moreton in Marsh 17 High Street, Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0AF

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