6 bed detached house for sale

Farthinghoe Road, Hinton-In-The-Hedges NN13

A Wonderful Country Life With Excellent Commuting Convenience ...

The Property - This distinguished Grade II listed home enjoys a picturesque position overlooking the village green in the tranquil rural setting of Hinton-in-the-Hedges. Thoughtfully extended and modernised, the property combines flexible, light-filled living spaces with an abundance of period character, including flagstone flooring, exposed beams, and traditional fireplaces.

The hall is in the centre of the property with generous dining room, bespoke kitchen with electric aga and painted cupboards leading to practical utility with rear garden and driveway access beyond in one direction. In the other direction is the main drawing room with flagstone floor and handsome inglenook fireplace, family room with an open stone fireplace and ceiling beams beyond and small flight of stairs rising to a large private study.

Upstairs, the principal suite is a standout feature, offering a high-ceilinged double bedroom, superb dressing area, and luxurious en suite bathroom. Four additional bedrooms, a family bathroom, and separate WC complete the first floor. A further staircase leads to a charming L-shaped second floor, comprising a sitting/playroom and sixth bedroom tucked beneath a-frame beams—perfect for a teenager’s retreat.

The Annexe - At one end of the house is a self-contained annexe with bedroom, en suite wet room, and an artist’s studio above, offering flexible space for guests, staff, or creative pursuits.

The Neighbourhood - Hinton-in-the-Hedges is an unspoilt hidden village tucked away in beautiful South Northamptonshire countryside, close to the borders of North Oxfordshire and North Buckinghamshire. The village has a public house (The Crewe Arms), parish church (Holy Trinity), airfield (skydiving, gliding, paintball, etc) and a playing field.

Conveniently located for Brackley, a market town with local amenities and facilities. More detailed requirements can be found at Banbury, Oxford, Northampton and Milton Keynes. Convenient access to the M40 motorway is found at Junction 10 (Ardley) to the south or Junction 11 (Banbury) for the north. Mainline train stations can be found at Banbury and Bicester (the Bicester North fast service to London Marylebone takes 48 minutes).

Soho Farmhouse located only 15 miles distant.

Schooling - There are a good selection of local schools including the high performing primary school in neighbouring Charlton/Newbottle. Stowe (mixed independent), Bloxham School (mixed independent), Tudor Hall (girls independent), secondary at Magdalen College (Brackley), with preparatory schools including Winchester House (Brackley) and Beachborough (Westbury).

The Grounds - Situated in a slightly elevated position overlooking the main village lane, behind discreet railings and low wall. The property is approached from the lane via a 5 bar vehicular gate and linked pedestrian gate, leading to a large and well screened (to the left) gravelled parking area with generous space for several cars.

The front garden has mature yew trees at one end and an attractive wisteria across the front of the house.

The garden is principally laid to lawn, designed to incorporate yew hedges, a row of mature pear trees for screening and a compact orchard area. There are two generous terraces - one adjacent to the house and one beyond.

To one side of the garden is a stone outbuilding, an ideal teenagers handout or separate office space. Adjoined are a garden store and a workshop with double garage doors, adjacent to the parking area.

Viewing Arrangements - Prior to making an appointment to view, we strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with Andrew Riley who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

Tenure & Possession - The property is Freehold and offers vacant possession upon completion.

Services - Mains electricity and drainage. Oil fired heating.

Local Authority & Council Tax - South Northamptonshire & G.