Detached house for sale in Drayton St. Leonard, Wallingford OX10

Gable End is a charming detached period cottage believed to have been built in the 18th century. This beautiful home has many period features, such as exposed beams, wooden plank doors, and feature fireplaces. The current owners have sympathetically renovated the property paying particular attention to the quality of materials and fittings used, exposing character features to their best and bringing the property back to its former glory. The result is a delightful home that can be moved straight into.

The sitting room, located in the oldest part of the cottage, exudes cosiness with its double aspect windows, exposed beams, and a log-burning stove. The well-appointed kitchen includes an electric Aga, a range of cupboards, a fitted dishwasher, and a fridge/freezer. Adjacent to the kitchen is the garden room with oak framed floor to ceiling windows which bring the beautiful views of the garden in. This flows nicely into the separate dining room which is also double aspect, featuring a lovely fireplace and more exposed beams. A handy ground floor shower room is located off the hall. On the first floor, you will find three bedrooms, two with feature beams, as well a family bathroom.

The property also features a spacious and impressive annex, over the double garage located to the side.

Outside

The generous gardens at this property are a real asset with an abundance of colourful planted beds, mature trees, and a lush lawn. The summer house is located in a shaded spot, the ideal place to escape from the sun. As well as the double garage there is ample parking on the driveway to the front.

Situation

Drayton St Leonard is in an idyllic South Oxfordshire location on the banks of the River Thame. This traditional village has many old and historical houses, a church, village hall, and public house. It is well placed for access to both Oxford (6 miles) and the Thames Valley as well as the M40 (Junction 7,6 miles) for London and Birmingham. The market town of Wallingford (7.5 miles) provides comprehensive day to day amenities and a range of shops, including Waitrose. The many excellent private schools in both Oxford and Abingdon are easily reached and the village falls within the catchment area for St Birinius C of E primary school in Dorchester on Thames, with secondary schooling in Abingdon.

Additional Information

Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band: G