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Toot Baldon, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX44 5 bed detached house for sale
Toot Baldon, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX44
£2,250,000
Toot Baldon, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX44
£2,250,000
Our Summary
- It now offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property rich in character and charm, with the potential to tailor it for contemporary family living
- Outline planning permission is in place for a comprehensive modernisation programme
- This is a home with immense potential, ideal for those seeking historical and architectural interest with modern living requirements
- The wonderful first floor eaves room currently used for storage, with its king post oak-truss vaulted ceiling, offers infinite possibilities, subject to usual planning consents
- An opportunity to reconfigure & modernise
- An opportunity to reconfigure & modernise
Description
This stunning Grade II* listed manor house, nestled in a sought-after Oxfordshire village, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property rich in character and charm. With a comprehensive modernization program already approved, the house boasts a striking Philip Johnson-inspired 'Glass House' extension, a traditional oak-framed garage, and refurbishments to enhance modern comfort and functionality. The property features original architectural and design details, including stone mullioned leaded light windows, wooden shutters, ancient carved stone fireplaces, and studded oak external doors and beams. The atmospheric study has Jacobean oak panelling, a Tudor-arched stone fireplace, and a carved alcove with a shell painting. The walled garden, with its towering red brick walls, features well-stocked herbaceous borders, mature shrubs, and trees. The property is surrounded by numerous footpaths and bridleways, with easy access to Oxford and London. With its rich history dating back to Saxon times, this unique home offers immense potential for those seeking historical and architectural interest with modern living requirements.