5 bed property for sale

Old London Road, Chipping Norton OX7

An exceptional opportunity to create a contemporary country residence in one of the Cotswolds’ most desirable settings. This former farmhouse, set within approximately two acres of mature grounds and woodland, comes with planning permission for a substantial architectural transformation, offering the chance to craft a highly individual home that balances rural character with modern design and lifestyle.

Approached via a tree-lined driveway from Old London Road, the house is positioned to feel both private and connected to the surrounding landscape. The approved scheme reimagines the existing farmhouse through three new ground-floor extensions, creating generous living and entertaining spaces oriented towards the gardens, terraces and woodland to the south. Expansive glazing and carefully considered proportions will allow the interiors to unfold naturally into the landscape, maximising light, views and connection to the outdoors.

The proposed layout extends to approximately 360 sq m and will provide five bedrooms, including a guest suite and a spacious principal suite with extensive dressing and storage areas. More practical support spaces are positioned discreetly to the north of the plan, allowing the principal rooms to remain open, calm and immersed in the setting.

The exterior palette has been carefully considered to honour the architectural language of the Cotswolds while introducing a refined contemporary sensibility. Locally sourced coursed rubble stone forms the primary material expression, laid with traditional lime mortar to create depth, texture and authenticity across the elevations. Bespoke cast stone detailing, including pillars, lintels and wall cappings, introduces a subtle sculptural quality, with deeply etched finishes that reinforce the timeless character of the architecture. New roof elements are designed to match the tone and specification of the existing house, ensuring cohesion between original and contemporary interventions. Painted cast aluminium rainwater goods and window frames are ral matched to the natural tones of the stonework, allowing the building to sit quietly and harmoniously within the surrounding landscape. The result is an exterior composition that feels grounded, elegant and enduring, rooted in Cotswold tradition yet unmistakably contemporary in its restraint and precision.

The interior palette is defined by warmth, tactility and understated luxury, combining natural materials with carefully restrained detailing. Rich stained timber and hammered natural stone form the foundation of the scheme, bringing depth, texture and permanence to the principal spaces. These materials are balanced by expansive lime-plastered walls, whose soft tonal quality allows light to move gently throughout the interiors while creating a calm and atmospheric backdrop. The contrast between refined craftsmanship and raw natural texture gives the house a sense of quiet sophistication. Bronze fixtures and fittings introduce subtle warmth and patina, while accents of tan leather add softness and richness at a more intimate scale. Together, the palette creates interiors that feel contemporary yet timeless, spaces designed for both relaxed family living and elegant entertaining.

Throughout the house, the emphasis is on authenticity, material honesty and connection to the surrounding landscape, resulting in interiors that feel deeply rooted in place while remaining effortlessly modern.

Set within approximately two acres of mature grounds, the property enjoys an atmosphere of remarkable tranquillity and natural beauty. Framed by woodland and approached by a long tree-lined driveway, the setting feels deeply private and entirely immersed in the surrounding Cotswold countryside.

The southern aspect opens onto gardens, terraces and woodland, creating a constantly changing backdrop of light, texture and seasonality. Mature trees provide shelter and structure throughout the landscape, while generous open areas offer ample opportunity for outdoor dining, entertaining and recreation.

At the edge of the woodland sits a reclaimed and carefully renovated glasshouse, a distinctive architectural feature that brings character and romance to the grounds. Whether imagined as a dining pavilion, studio, wellness space or entertaining retreat, it creates a unique connection between the house and the landscape beyond.

Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Cotswolds, the property combines rural seclusion with immediate access to one of England’s most vibrant countryside social scenes. Chipping Norton, often considered the cultural centre of the northern Cotswolds, is just moments away, offering an established mix of independent cafés, restaurants, boutiques and pubs alongside a thriving creative and entrepreneurial community.

The area has become synonymous with a refined yet relaxed country lifestyle, attracting London buyers seeking design, culture and escapism without sacrificing connectivity. Daylesford Organic, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor and the celebrated market towns and villages of the Cotswolds are all within easy reach, creating an exceptional network of destinations for dining, wellness, entertaining and weekend living.

Despite its idyllic setting, the property remains highly accessible. Charlbury station provides direct rail services to London Paddington, making the house equally suited as a primary residence or countryside retreat. Oxford is also within convenient reach for schools, culture and further transport connections.

Surrounded by rolling countryside, celebrated walking routes and some of the region’s most picturesque villages, this is a location that effortlessly balances sophistication, privacy and rural authenticity.

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  There is an adjacent 2 acre plot, which is also available by separate negotiation.
  
  

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