5 bedroom country house for sale

A beautifully extended and meticulously refurbished detached family home with generous living space, a double garage, and contemporary design throughout. Situated in the heart of this vibrant and highly sought-after village, High View is a beautifully extended and meticulously refurbished home offering exceptional space, abundant natural light, and contemporary design throughout. Set back from the road and approached via a gravel driveway, the property benefits from a well-maintained front garden and access to a detached double garage, complete with a versatile office/studio space. Inside, the expansive ground floor flows effortlessly from room to room and has been thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and everyday living. The heart of the home is the striking bespoke kitchen and dining area, where a quartz waterfall island and sleek custom cabinetry are complemented by wide-plank oak flooring and underfloor heating, creating a warm yet elegant space. Additional practical features include a utility/boot room and a downstairs WC. An oak staircase leads to a spacious first-floor landing, where five generous double bedrooms are located. The principal suite enjoys far-reaching countryside views and a stylish en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms also benefit from en suite facilities, while a large family bathroom serves the remaining two bedrooms. Outside, the beautifully landscaped rear garden enjoys a desirable south-west facing aspect, ensuring plenty of afternoon and evening sunshine. It features a generous terrace ideal for alfresco dining, along with a level lawn that benefits from open views across the adjoining fields. Nestled within the rolling hills of the North Oxfordshire countryside, the picturesque village of Horley is steeped in history and character, featuring a beautiful 12th-century church and a traditional public house at its heart. Despite its rural setting, Horley enjoys excellent access to modern conveniences. The nearby market town of Banbury offers a comprehensive range of retail, leisure, and everyday amenities, along with a mainline railway station providing fast and frequent services to London Marylebone in under an hour. Further afield, the historic towns of Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Leamington Spa, and the world-renowned city of Oxford are all within easy reach. The area is particularly well regarded for its choice of schooling, with a wide selection of reputable state and independent schools in Banbury, Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Brackley, Bloxham, and Sibford.