5 bed detached house for sale

Westbury Close, Marsh Gibbon, Bicester OX27

A fantastic opportunity to purchase an impressive stone-built home, comprehensively refurbished by the current owners to provide contemporary living space arranged over three floors, boasting a generous and mature garden, making it an ideal home for families or those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Approached over a private driveway serving just 5 executive homes, this stunning property occupies a fabulous plot within the heart of the desirable village of Marsh Gibbon.

Accommodation.

The light and spacious hallway leads to the kitchen/breakfast room, which is fitted with a generous number of floor and eye-level units, a central island, and integrated appliances, complemented by Quartz work surfaces and tiled flooring.

Take in the views over the attractive rear garden whilst preparing your favourite meals, and enjoy entertaining friends and family in this fantastic open-plan kitchen/dining space.

The dining room has French doors to the garden, and plenty of space for a large table and chairs, making it ideal for more formal entertaining.

The sitting room is both light and spacious, with a feature fireplace, a large window to the front, and French doors overlooking the garden, making for the perfect setting to unwind on long winter evenings.

A study, which could be utilised as a 6th bedroom or family room, a useful utility room, and a W.C complete the ground floor accommodation.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom with its fitted wardrobes and luxurious en-suite bathroom offers a fabulous space to relax.

Three further bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and a well-appointed family bathroom complete the first-floor accommodation.

The second floor has a generous room, which is over 24'x14' in size, along with an en-suite shower.
The current sellers have made the most of the space as both a bedroom and, more recently, as a media room for family nights in!

Outside.

The driveway to the front has parking for several vehicles, and a five-bar gate provides access to the right-hand side of the property, a courtesy door to the double garage, and the rear garden.

A second gated access to the left-hand side also leads to the rear garden.

Outside, the beautiful landscaped gardens include a mature willow tree, attractive stone walls, a winding footpath that leads to a secluded vegetable garden. And colourful shrubs, complementing this special property, providing a tranquil oasis for outdoor activities or quiet contemplation.

The various outdoor seating areas and a large terrace are perfect for entertaining guests or simply relaxing while taking in the picturesque surroundings.

In addition to the more formal garden, the vegetable garden has raised beds and a greenhouse, perfect for the keen gardener.

Location:

Being only a short drive to the A41, the property is situated in the village of Marsh Gibbon and convenient for recognised cultural, historical, and academic facilities, giving the best of many worlds.

The village has many thriving organisations - a Village Hall with a diverse range of activities and social events, an active Church of England, United Reformed Church, Playgroup, School and pta activities, Cricket, Football, Badminton, Tennis, Youth Clubs, Fishing, among others.

There are a number of local and independent schools in the Tri-County Area including Bloxham, Oxford High, Beachborough, Ashfold School, Griffin House, and Stowe, along with good Grammar Schools.

It also benefits from a recently refurbished Public House, a village shop, and post office

Bicester is approximately 3 miles away and has two railway stations. Bicester North offers great commuter service to London Marylebone in around 45 minutes and you can reach Birmingham in 1 hour.

Bicester Village Station offers services to Oxford and has been upgraded to provide a further route to London Marylebone.

The M40 is within easy reach at J9 or J10 and offers access to London, M25, Oxford, and Birmingham.

Bicester itself is a historic market town with a wide range of shops, together with cafes, pubs, numerous restaurants, weekly markets, a Sainsbury’s and Tesco supermarket, and a cinema complex.

Nearby Bicester Village is a dream destination for designer shopping with 170 luxury boutiques all on your doorstep and is a few minutes’ drive or a five-minute walk from the town centre.