Property description

A beautifully presented period cottage enjoying a wealth of character and charm combined with a stylish glazed extensionLocated within the very heart of this quintessential village, this is awonderful Grade II listed cottage, it represents a unique fusion of old and new. It's modern refurbishment gives a contemporary living space, complemented by its history and character as an original 15th century cottage. Internally, 96 High Street has been newly renovated externally and internally, re-decorated throughout in period colours to present it in wonderful order. The sitting room boasts a magnificent, 15th century inglenook fireplace (for- mally a bread oven!), with exposed ancient brickwork and a newly fitted wood burning stove. It also presents many original features, including stunning ex- posed beams across the walls and the ceiling, and a solid oak floor. Opening into the stylish modern extension, which offers a generous kitchen/breakfast room that's flooded with natural light from the glazed section, which opens out onto a south facing patio and mature garden. The compact integrated kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker style units, with natural timber surfaces and all appliances: an eye level oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Complemented by natural stone tiles and underfloor heating. To the first floor the cottage maintains its irresistible charm through- out with original exposed beams, newly laid wood floor, and period colours. Two double bedrooms both have TV points and ample cupboard space. The period bedroom features an 'eyebrow' window and a \"dressing' area. The storage space in the cottage has been radically augmented with a newly con- verted loft space (approx 3.0 m x 2.0 metres.), with easy access, shelving and electricity. The recently installed bathroom, with exposed beams and a wood floor is fitted with a modern white suite including low level WC, Aqualisa shower, and bath, enhanced with mosaic tiles, heated towel rail, and period latch-style door. Stunning south facing gardens to the rear extend in length to approximately 70', secure and private with a cottage style garden shed.The stylish sunny patio accessed from the kitchen/diner is ideal for summer entertaining, featuring tiered sunken flower beds in old railway sleepers, there's also a useful 'bin-store' and log store. The garden is packed with mature trees and an array of shrubs. It is not overlooked and benefits from views towards St Mary's church. The immense charm of this wonderfulperiod cottage is fully appreciated at the front where it's exposed brickwork, 'eye-brow' window and exposed timber frame combine to reflect its unique character.With parking space to the front, this cottage benefits from the picturesque position, known as 'Church End'. With easy access to Hadden ham & Thame Parkway and direct links into London Marylebone in under 40 minutes