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£1,395,0006 bedroom detached house for sale
School Lane, Aylesbury HP18
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Detached house
6 beds
5 baths
2,755 sq ft / 256 sq m
EPC rating: C
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
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Welcome…
Formerly two separate farmer's cottages, The Cottage has been extended and lovingly restored to create this magnificent six-bedroom family home. Tucked at the end of a quiet countryside no-through road, the property is set within approximately half an acre of gardens, with an immense sense of privacy. The gated driveway provides plenty of secure parking at the front of the property and an EV charging point.
Come on in…
From the moment you push open the front door into the older, original part of the home, the impeccable decor and sophisticated Farrow & Ball colour palette greets you and gives an early indication of the quality found within this property. Stone flags cover the floor, and doors lead to the boot room and the living space.
The boot room is a handy space with a door out to the side and solid flooring. It is ideal for returning from a walk in the fields in your muddy boots without trailing through the rest of the house. Panelling adorns the walls, and there is plenty of space for coat hanging and shoe storage for the entire family. There is also a downstairs loo.
"We have loved the combination of the old and the new in the property."
Sophisticated Sitting Room…
A grown-up sitting room is the perfect place to sit back and relax. Light the open fire, close the curtains, and get lost in a good movie. A large cupboard is ideal for hiding away books and games but could also be used as a bar for preparing a cocktail or two as you relax in the evening.
The Heart Of The Home…
At the rear of the property is the outstanding L-shaped family room, the real heart of the home where the whole family gathers. This spacious room offers a snug with comfortable seating and a TV and entertainment area, providing ample space for relaxation.
Move to the kitchen, where double bi-fold doors open fully onto the terrace, and bathe the room in natural light and unspoilt views down the garden. Morning sun streams through these doors, giving a wonderful golden glow that is the perfect way to start the day. Bespoke wooden units are professionally painted in Farrow & Ball 'Railings', finished with striking chrome handles and topped with white quartz. This kitchen has been designed with food preparation in mind and will be the envy of any keen cook. There is a central island with informal seating around one side, and it houses a built-in dishwasher. The Belfast sink has a convenient Quooker tap. The Everhot cast iron electric stove is a statement item in baby pink and adds an excellent pop of colour. Two pantry cabinets are fitted with electric points to hide away your appliances and provide tonnes of additional storage. Between these cupboards is a space for an American-style fridge freezer. There is also a walk-in pantry cupboard with horseshoe-shaped shelving; no detail has been overlooked, as the underfloor heating does not extend into this room for cool food storage. The tiled floor is gently warmed by the underfloor heating. As you progress through this room, you will see a large area for a dining table, big enough for the whole family and guests, making this a fantastic property for entertaining and hosting parties and dinners.
A passage leads through to the laundry, a useful place for the washing machine and tumble dryer, keeping everything out of sight. This passage has been used to its full potential with bespoke shelving and a desk area for a delightful workspace.
Beyond, there is another hallway with a door that leads out to the rear garden. Panelling has been added here, too, with hanging space and storage. There is another WC and a separate wet-room shower with a wash hand basin, all fitted for people to use when enjoying the pool - hang wet towels and jump in the shower. Roof skylights provide natural light to this area of the home.
There is a sizeable ground-floor bedroom with skylights for added light, and with the wet room just next door, this area is excellent for a guest bedroom, giving your guests privacy. There is also a loft space above this bedroom with a pull-down ladder.
Upstairs…
Tongue and groove panelling is fitted to the walls as you climb the stairs to the first floor. The landing has a large linen cupboard with shelving, essential when you have six bedrooms.
Master Suite…
The principal bedroom has a towering vaulted ceiling and dual-aspect windows where the morning sun can stream through, and you have beautiful views of the gardens and the Buckinghamshire countryside beyond. Painted in a sophisticated Elephants' breath, this muted palette creates a calming space to rest. The dressing room has bespoke oak cabinetry, including a fitted dressing table and skylights for natural light. The en suite has a large double shower, double wash hand basins set atop vanity units, a WC and underfloor heating. This room is the perfect haven of calm amid the hustle and bustle of a large family home.
The second bedroom has a fitted double bed in a cosy corner that any teenager would love. Windows offer the same countryside views and plenty of floor space for a desk and wardrobes. This room also has an en suite bathroom with a bath, wash hand basin, WC and underfloor heating.
The third bedroom, another spacious double, has an en suite shower and wash hand basin.
The fourth double bedroom has built-in wardrobes, and finally, the fifth bedroom, slightly smaller, has been used as a guest bedroom but could also be a lovely dedicated study if needed.
Bathroom Bliss…
The house bathroom is divine. A large slipper bath takes centre stage with a handheld shower attachment. There is a separate shower, wash hand basin, WC, and underfloor heating. Heavenly to step out onto warmed tiles when you get out of the bath after a well-deserved soak.
Outside…
With almost half an acre of land, the gardens offer a plentitude of opportunity. Wrapping around the rear of the kitchen is the paved terrace, a real extension of the house, creating uninterrupted flow between the inside and outside space. Enjoy your morning coffee as the birds wake up or al fresco lunches in the fresh country air.
A side lawn area has been used for croquet during family garden parties and has even housed a marquee once or twice.
"There is no better place to be than watching the sunset at the pool with a cocktail in the summer."
A raised deck and heated swimming pool are edged in fragrant lavender, complete with a timber pool-house, which houses the cushions and sun loungers and offers a place for changing. The pool is heated via an air-source heat pump positioned alongside the pool house.
"The gardens have been great for parties and children have loved the pool."
The lawn extends to a hedging at the end which separates the manicured grassed area from an untouched section, perfect for development, whether you have plans for a veg plot, a floral cutting garden or perhaps even build a home gym or office building (subject to planning permissions), or maybe even a tennis court.
Out and about…
The Cottage is set in the tranquil countryside, with fields and nature all around. There are countless walking routes from the doorstep. Oakley Village is a quintessentially English countryside village, with a local pub and community-run village store selling essential goods and serving coffee.
But this country life does not come at the expense of connectivity. Close to the M40 for road travel and just a 10-minute drive from Bicester Village, you can reach all amenities in no time. The Haddenham and Thame Parkway is just a 15-minute drive, and there is a direct route to Marylebone station that only takes 32 minutes, so your commute is effortless. Thame and Oxford are only a short drive away, where you can find supermarkets, quaint boutique stores, restaurants and bars.
Schools in the area are outstanding; from nursery to higher education, there are excellent options for all children and budgets.
Formerly two separate farmer's cottages, The Cottage has been extended and lovingly restored to create this magnificent six-bedroom family home. Tucked at the end of a quiet countryside no-through road, the property is set within approximately half an acre of gardens, with an immense sense of privacy. The gated driveway provides plenty of secure parking at the front of the property and an EV charging point.
Come on in…
From the moment you push open the front door into the older, original part of the home, the impeccable decor and sophisticated Farrow & Ball colour palette greets you and gives an early indication of the quality found within this property. Stone flags cover the floor, and doors lead to the boot room and the living space.
The boot room is a handy space with a door out to the side and solid flooring. It is ideal for returning from a walk in the fields in your muddy boots without trailing through the rest of the house. Panelling adorns the walls, and there is plenty of space for coat hanging and shoe storage for the entire family. There is also a downstairs loo.
"We have loved the combination of the old and the new in the property."
Sophisticated Sitting Room…
A grown-up sitting room is the perfect place to sit back and relax. Light the open fire, close the curtains, and get lost in a good movie. A large cupboard is ideal for hiding away books and games but could also be used as a bar for preparing a cocktail or two as you relax in the evening.
The Heart Of The Home…
At the rear of the property is the outstanding L-shaped family room, the real heart of the home where the whole family gathers. This spacious room offers a snug with comfortable seating and a TV and entertainment area, providing ample space for relaxation.
Move to the kitchen, where double bi-fold doors open fully onto the terrace, and bathe the room in natural light and unspoilt views down the garden. Morning sun streams through these doors, giving a wonderful golden glow that is the perfect way to start the day. Bespoke wooden units are professionally painted in Farrow & Ball 'Railings', finished with striking chrome handles and topped with white quartz. This kitchen has been designed with food preparation in mind and will be the envy of any keen cook. There is a central island with informal seating around one side, and it houses a built-in dishwasher. The Belfast sink has a convenient Quooker tap. The Everhot cast iron electric stove is a statement item in baby pink and adds an excellent pop of colour. Two pantry cabinets are fitted with electric points to hide away your appliances and provide tonnes of additional storage. Between these cupboards is a space for an American-style fridge freezer. There is also a walk-in pantry cupboard with horseshoe-shaped shelving; no detail has been overlooked, as the underfloor heating does not extend into this room for cool food storage. The tiled floor is gently warmed by the underfloor heating. As you progress through this room, you will see a large area for a dining table, big enough for the whole family and guests, making this a fantastic property for entertaining and hosting parties and dinners.
A passage leads through to the laundry, a useful place for the washing machine and tumble dryer, keeping everything out of sight. This passage has been used to its full potential with bespoke shelving and a desk area for a delightful workspace.
Beyond, there is another hallway with a door that leads out to the rear garden. Panelling has been added here, too, with hanging space and storage. There is another WC and a separate wet-room shower with a wash hand basin, all fitted for people to use when enjoying the pool - hang wet towels and jump in the shower. Roof skylights provide natural light to this area of the home.
There is a sizeable ground-floor bedroom with skylights for added light, and with the wet room just next door, this area is excellent for a guest bedroom, giving your guests privacy. There is also a loft space above this bedroom with a pull-down ladder.
Upstairs…
Tongue and groove panelling is fitted to the walls as you climb the stairs to the first floor. The landing has a large linen cupboard with shelving, essential when you have six bedrooms.
Master Suite…
The principal bedroom has a towering vaulted ceiling and dual-aspect windows where the morning sun can stream through, and you have beautiful views of the gardens and the Buckinghamshire countryside beyond. Painted in a sophisticated Elephants' breath, this muted palette creates a calming space to rest. The dressing room has bespoke oak cabinetry, including a fitted dressing table and skylights for natural light. The en suite has a large double shower, double wash hand basins set atop vanity units, a WC and underfloor heating. This room is the perfect haven of calm amid the hustle and bustle of a large family home.
The second bedroom has a fitted double bed in a cosy corner that any teenager would love. Windows offer the same countryside views and plenty of floor space for a desk and wardrobes. This room also has an en suite bathroom with a bath, wash hand basin, WC and underfloor heating.
The third bedroom, another spacious double, has an en suite shower and wash hand basin.
The fourth double bedroom has built-in wardrobes, and finally, the fifth bedroom, slightly smaller, has been used as a guest bedroom but could also be a lovely dedicated study if needed.
Bathroom Bliss…
The house bathroom is divine. A large slipper bath takes centre stage with a handheld shower attachment. There is a separate shower, wash hand basin, WC, and underfloor heating. Heavenly to step out onto warmed tiles when you get out of the bath after a well-deserved soak.
Outside…
With almost half an acre of land, the gardens offer a plentitude of opportunity. Wrapping around the rear of the kitchen is the paved terrace, a real extension of the house, creating uninterrupted flow between the inside and outside space. Enjoy your morning coffee as the birds wake up or al fresco lunches in the fresh country air.
A side lawn area has been used for croquet during family garden parties and has even housed a marquee once or twice.
"There is no better place to be than watching the sunset at the pool with a cocktail in the summer."
A raised deck and heated swimming pool are edged in fragrant lavender, complete with a timber pool-house, which houses the cushions and sun loungers and offers a place for changing. The pool is heated via an air-source heat pump positioned alongside the pool house.
"The gardens have been great for parties and children have loved the pool."
The lawn extends to a hedging at the end which separates the manicured grassed area from an untouched section, perfect for development, whether you have plans for a veg plot, a floral cutting garden or perhaps even build a home gym or office building (subject to planning permissions), or maybe even a tennis court.
Out and about…
The Cottage is set in the tranquil countryside, with fields and nature all around. There are countless walking routes from the doorstep. Oakley Village is a quintessentially English countryside village, with a local pub and community-run village store selling essential goods and serving coffee.
But this country life does not come at the expense of connectivity. Close to the M40 for road travel and just a 10-minute drive from Bicester Village, you can reach all amenities in no time. The Haddenham and Thame Parkway is just a 15-minute drive, and there is a direct route to Marylebone station that only takes 32 minutes, so your commute is effortless. Thame and Oxford are only a short drive away, where you can find supermarkets, quaint boutique stores, restaurants and bars.
Schools in the area are outstanding; from nursery to higher education, there are excellent options for all children and budgets.
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