4 bed detached house for sale

"The Bowyer-Life" at Bandet Way, Thame OX9

Plot 16 (The Bowyer-Life) - priced at £687,500

About the Home
This home is part of our ‘Life’ collection, which has been created to suit the needs of all types of homebuyers. Speak with our sales advisor to find out more.

An aesthetically delightful, double-fronted 4-bedroom home, The Bowyer provides growing families and second-steppers with substantial and flexible space to meet ever-evolving lifestyles. Several dual-aspect rooms, and a spectacular bay window in the dining area add character, while practical features such as three double-sized bedrooms and a utility room make this home ready for contemporary living.

The front door opens into the welcoming, centrally-located hallway, from which the ground floor radiates out. To one side of the home is the living room, which enjoys a dual aspect and provides dedicated space for relaxing and entertaining, and for children to play; the open-plan kitchen, dining and family area occupies the other side of the ground floor, and is designed to become the heart of the home.

The u-shaped kitchen incorporates a breakfast bar, to gather the family around for informal weekend brunches, or for cocktails with friends. The dining area boasts a feature bay window that extends into the rear garden, and provides ample space for a formal dining table; ideal for dinner parties, Sunday roasts and family games nights. French doors from the dining area open to the outside, inviting you into the garden to soak up the summer sunshine.

Adjoining the kitchen is a separate utility room, to keep laundry and cleaning essentials well-organised and out of sight, and conveniently, there is an understairs storage cupboard and a door to the outside. Completing the ground floor of The Bowyer is the cloakroom, accessed from the entrance hallway.

Upstairs are all four bedrooms, and the stylish family bathroom. Bedroom 1 benefits from an en-suite shower room, while bedroom 2 has a dual aspect Bedroom 4 is well-sized for use as a nursery or younger child’s room; alternatively, it would make a comfortable and private home office or hobby room. Two useful storage cupboards on the landing are thoughtful finishing touches to the first floor, handy for keeping the household’s towels and bed linens within easy reach.

The ‘Life’ collection is a range of homes created to suit the needs of all types of homebuyers. Boasting inventive design features, such as step-free access, wider halls and doorways, and much more, these homes are built to ensure you have everything you need whatever the future brings.

Additional information

• Estate Management Charge: £766.12
• Internal Area: 1336 sq. Ft.
• Annual service charge: None
• Council tax band: Tbc
• Tenure: Freehold

The additional information provided for council tax, service charges and ground rents (where applicable) is only an estimation. Please check with your Sales Advisor for more specific details.

About the Development

The Meadows at Hampden Gardens is a development of new homes in the stunning market town of Thame. Joining the periphery of an historic community, this exciting development offers a range of 2,3,4, and 5-bedroom homes, sure to appeal to a range of potential homebuyers, including first-time buyers, local families, downsizers, and those commuting to Oxford and London.

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Why Buy With Bellway?

At Bellway we have always built attractive and desirable new homes. That's why we've become one of the five largest builders in Britain. But now there's even more reason to choose a Bellway home.

To make the whole process of selling and buying easier, we've put together a range of services to make your move as hassle free as possible.

Express Mover
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Sell your home quicker with no estate agent fees.^

Our Intermediate Management Agent will work with a local estate agent to market your home at an agreed price.

You could soon be moving into your new dream home, start your journey with us today.

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Should you wish to have dedicated time with our Sales Advisor, please book an appointment before visiting us.

Sales office opening hours
Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 10:00 - 19:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
Sunday 11:00 - 17:00

^All offers apply to specific plots and selected developments only. Terms and conditions apply. Contact your Bellway sales advisor to find out more or see terms and conditions on our Bellway website. Express Mover and Part Exchange scheme offers are subject to status, availability and eligibility. Bellway reserve the right to refuse a Part Exchange. Any promoted offer is subject to contract. 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy. This includes deposit protection from exchange of contracts, a two-year builder warranty from legal completion, and then eight years of structural defects insurance cover.*

About The Meadows At Hampden Gardens

The Meadows at Hampden Gardens is a development of new homes in the stunning market town of Thame. Joining the periphery of an historic community, this exciting development offers a range of 2,3,4, and 5-bedroom homes, sure to appeal to a range of potential homebuyers, including first-time buyers, local families, downsizers, and those commuting to Oxford and London.

Leisure

Thame is an award-winning market town with a rich history, visible in its eclectic architecture. The tight-knit town community boasts a busy social calendar, including market weekends, food festivals, a carnival, a comedy festival, and even an annual duck race. This cultural hotspot boasts stunning parks, a bustling high street, plus a museum, theatre, and cinema.

The surrounding Oxfordshire countryside is ideal for outdoor leisure, with an abundance of nearby hiking and cycling trails to keep fit. The local landscape is littered with interesting sights, including Long Crendon Courthouse and Boarstall Tower - just two of several nearby National Trust sites, a 16- and 17-minute drive away, respectively.

Oxford is a jewel in the British south, home to an excellent array of culture and history just 14 miles from the development. The city is the ideal place to soak up culture, with renowned museums, art galleries, and the famous university buildings.

Education

Thame is home to a number of schools, ideal for those with young families. Primary schools include John Hampden County Primary School, a 14-minute walk away, plus Saint Joseph's Primary School and Barley Hill Primary School - both within a six-minute drive.

Secondary school options include Lord Williams's School, the Lower School site being located just four minutes' bike ride away. The school has been a part of Thames' history since the 16th century, with a direct honoured link to New College Oxford.

Those looking to pursue higher education have some of the world's finest university institutions within a commutable distance. The University of Oxford is world's second oldest university in continuous operation, while Oxford Brookes University is one of the UK's leading modern universities. London and its wider reach are home to a breadth of respected universities, specialising in a broad range of vocational studies.

Shopping

Thame is home to a vibrant High Street - just a mile away - with a selection of supermarkets and retailers for everyday essentials and wider shopping needs. The town centre benefits from numerous restaurants, caf?s, and pubs - plus regular markets for those who are keen to shop fresh and independently.

Broader shopping options can be found both in the neighbouring town of Aylesbury and city of Oxford, which provide retail parks and shopping centres. Oxford offers popular chain retailers in Westgate Shopping Centre, as well as down Queen Street and Cornmarket Street. The rest of the city centre provides a wealth of independent boutiques, antique stores, and a covered market, while the nearby Bicester Village is one of the country's finest designer outlets.

Taking the train from Haddenham to London Marylebone takes 44 minutes, and leaves shoppers at the heart of one of London's most iconic retail and dining districts.

Transport

Thame Park Road bus stop is a nine-minute walk away from the development - served by the 121 bus, residents have access to the Thame Circular line which provides a route through and around the town centre. A bus to Oxford City Centre can be caught from the Town Hall bus station, taking around 45 minutes.

Haddenham and Thame Parkway train station is a seven-minute drive away, with regular journeys available to Oxford, Birmingham Moor Street, and London Marylebone - the latter taking approximately 44 minutes.

The Meadows at Hampden Gardens is a three-minute drive from the A418, and a six-minute drive from the M40, the latter leading 41 miles southeast directly to central London.

Heathrow Airport, the largest airport in the UK, is a 39-minute drive away for unrivalled international travel options.

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 10:00 - 19:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
Sunday 11:00 - 17:00

Directions

The Meadows at Hampden Gardens joins the Thame community in the beautiful Oxfordshire landscape. The River Thame flows just north of the town, forming part of the county border with Buckinghamshire.

The site is a little over a mile from Thame town centre, parallel with Oxford - just a 34-minute drive away - and 45 miles north-west of central London.

This development falls under the administration of South Oxfordshire District Council and Oxfordshire County Council.

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