Barley Hill House

About this property

Chipping Norton 3.3 miles. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, on the outskirts of Chadlington, the village made famous by Jeremy Clarkson’s hit Amazon show ‘Clarkson’s Farm’, Barley Hill House is situated in the middle of scenic woods and countryside, far from any traffic or noise. Accessed through a private road, the house stands on the top of a hill with private access and parking for 4 cars Freshly modernised and decorated to the highest standard, yet within keeping of the 350 year old heritage of the house, there are many standout features for all ages. The house is large yet cosy, easily providing enough space for family time or privacy, be it inside or out. Whether it be playing pool in the games room, whilst others watch a movie in front of the fire in the sitting room, or having a quiet conversation in front of the log burner in the reception room whilst others cook up a feast, or even escaping to relax in the double bath, in the luxurious and romantic master bedroom, The kitchen and adjacent dining room are a natural gathering point as a meal is prepared in the well equipped kitchen, before sitting down to enjoy the meal and the stunning view. The choice extends to the outdoors with alfresco dining on the terrace overlooking the woods, or the hot tub (fed by private water supply - so not subject to hosepipe ban)with furnished barbecue area. A perfect place to relax whilst enjoying the view of the woods and the fabulous grounds with no sounds except for the birds. For those wishing to venture out, a five minute walk to the end of the private drive will take you the Tite Inn pub and another 5 minutes will take you to the three village shops. For those with kids there is an excellent playground a minute’s walk from the pub Further afield, all within 20 minutes drive, there is the magnificent Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, Daylesford organic farm and restaurant and Soho Farmhouse, to name but a few destinations. A fuller guide to the areas many restaurants, pubs and activities is given in the welcome folder Barley Hill House is an outstandingly peaceful and quiet location, truly in the middle of the countryside, with all the amenities you could wish for to enjoy a fun and rejuvenating break

In this pristine region of Oxfordshire, in the shadow of the Rollright Hills, the historic town of Chipping Norton, rich in culture and history, is situated. Chipping Norton is home to a well-liked weekly market, various book and antique stores, a plethora of cafes, eateries, and pubs providing delectable fare and regional beers, as well as art galleries, a museum, and a vibrant theatre. In addition to a Lido that is ideal for a tranquil dip at the end of a hectic day, Chipping Norton is surrounded by the charming limestone villages of the Cotswolds and provides several walks and cycle trails from the town centre. Nearby National Trust buildings include Blenheim Palace, Rousham House and Gardens, and many others. A bit further away are the birthplace of William Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon and the renowned university town of Oxford. a beautiful vacation spot, ideal for discovering everything that this magnificent region has to offer.

Accommodation

350 year old house set in 1 acre of private, secluded grounds.

3 floors, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms.

Large hot tub (fed by private water supply - so not subject to hosepipe ban) for 8 with outside eating area, BBQ & WC.

Games room with pool, air hockey, table tennis, 65" smart TV & PlayStation 5 with assorted games.

Private drive and off road parking for 4 cars.

Large kitchen: range cooker with 5 induction hobs and 4 ovens, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and underfloor heating.

Dining room, adjacent to kitchen, for 10 with scenic views of the grounds and countryside with underfloor heating.

Top floor: Large master bedroom featuring double ended bathtub, vanity unit and king-size bed, second bedroom with king size bed and vanity unit, shared Jack-and-Jill bathroom with bathtub, shower, bidet and WC.

1st floor: 1 Super king size bedroom with vanity unit and bidet, 1 twin bedroom, 1 bathroom with bath tub, shower, vanity unit, bidet and WC.

Ground floor: Kitchen and dining room, reception room with log burner and work space, sitting room with open fire and smart 65” TV, games room and shower room with WC, vanity unit and spin drier.
Sonos sound system throughout the house.

WiFi, Central hearting, fuel , electricity, bed linen, towels etc included in the rent.

Shops, pub and playground within walking distance.
Soho Farmhouse, Daylesford and Blenheim Palace all less than 20 minutes drive.

High chair and cot available.

No Smoking.