Old Minster Lovell, Minster Lovell - 2 bed - £345,000 - Martyn R Cox & Co

Property details

Bedrooms: 2

A charming detached stone cottage nicely positioned in the main street opposite the cricket field and just beyond the Old Swan Hotel and Inn.

TWO BEDROOMS, SITTING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM, PROPANE GAS CENTRAL HEATING, GOOD SIZE ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN AND SPACE TO ONE SIDE FOR PARKING.

Directions: From Witney, proceed on the B4047 in a westerly direction towards Minster Lovell. After approximately a two miles bear right down into the old village. Continue over the bridge and take the first turning right. South View will be found on the left hand side just beyond the Old Swan Hotel.

The cottage is believed to be of late 19th century origin and is constructed of stone under a slate roof with an extension to the rear which was added many years ago. The accommodation is now in need of considerable improvement and updating and the property clearly lends itself to further alteration and possible extension, subject to planning consent. Although quite compact in its present form, the cottage has enormous potential and will command a premium, largely due to the location, where property of this type is rarely available.

Minster Lovell lies on the river Windrush, 6 miles east of Burford and 3 miles west of Witney. The old village lying north of the B4047 in the Conservation Area has been famed since the early 19th century for the scenic ruins of its medieval Manor House and many other lovely period buildings. It is a small extremely attractive village, whose distinctive character derives much from its idyllic riverside setting. The larger part of Minster Lovell is found south of the main road and has an excellent general store, primary school and more varied amenities. The village also falls into the Burford school catchment area. There is no doubting that the Old Minster street scene, from The Swan to the Manor House, is one of the prettiest in all of West Oxfordshire. Oxford c.16 miles, central London c. 74 miles.

The accommodation is arranged as follows:- (All measurements are approximate)

Front door to

SITTING ROOM: 13' 7" x 12' 4" (4.14m x 3.76m ). Flagstone floor, red brick fireplace with wood burning stove, cupboard in alcove, shelves and double radiator. Door to dining room.

DINING ROOM: 12' 4" x 9' 0" (3.76m x 2.74m). Flagstone floor, double radiator, stairs leading up to first floor.

Small inner lobby:

SHOWER ROOM: Shower cubicle, pedestal hand basin, low level WC, wall cabinet and two windows.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 17' 2" x 8' 0" (5.23m x 2.44m ). Fitted with a range of pine wall cupboards and base units with an acrylic sink all in poor condition. Various white appliances (not tested), double radiator, double doors to garden.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING: Window to front.

BEDROOM ONE: 18' 6" x 9' 8" (5.64m x 2.95m ) max. Chamber fireplace, built in wardrobe, eaves storage cupboard and eaves cupboard housing propane gas boiler. Two steps up to split level area. Views of the cricket field and river beyond.

BEDROOM TWO: 15' 4" x 8' 6" (4.67m x 2.59m ) max. Two steps up to split level area and eaves storage cupboard.

OUTSIDE: There is a small frontage and space at the side of the dwelling with a fence and gate. The rear garden is approximately 65' x 40' (19.81m x 12.19m) and consists of a paved patio, low Cotswold stone walls, lawn, fruit trees, two sheds, propane gas tank and a rear pedestrian gate.

SERVICES: Mains water and electricity are connected. Septic tank or similar drainage (subject to clarification). Propane gas central heating.

NOTES: 1. The property is in a Conservation area. 2.The location plan is for identification purposes only and is not to scale. 3. The photographs show a street scene and a view of the playing fields. 4. The floor plan is for guidance only.

TENURE: Freehold

COUNCIL TAX: Band C £1,279.59 per annum.

LOCAL AUTHORITY: West Oxfordshire District Council, Wood Green Witney, Oxon. 01993 702941

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