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CONNEMARA
Connemara is a truly stunning eco-friendly modern contemporary luxury home. An understated spacious detached family home custom built in 2018 offering an open plan principle main living dining room with atrium roof light and impressive SIEMATIC kitchen affording modern integrated Gaggenau appliances throughout. A large island unit is a feature of the kitchen, with bifold opening doors to the rear terrace and gardens. The higher ceilings and floor to ceiling glazed doors allow floods of natural light into this room. Connemara also offers five bedrooms, five luxury bathrooms, a private garden with terrace, a spacious driveway behind electric gates, automated lighting throughout, Cat 5 cabling and multiple exterior sockets. An enviable location just minutes from the station and City centre. Call for appointment to view.
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The ground floor has underfloor heating beneath Italian porcelain tiles throughout. There is a formal living room/cinema room, a large office with private Gigaclear super-fast broadband and utility room. The entrance hallway is an impressive light space with its bespoke glass and oak staircase. The front elevation of the house is glazed from floor to ceiling, a real wow factor design feature of this tremendous Ricardo Assis Rosa architect designed home. There is a double bedroom with ensuite on the ground floor which is ideal for guests or anyone who would like the option of a ground floor bedroom suite.
The property has been well fenced and offers an extremely private environment. There is a raised terrace leading from the rear open plan main living room, kitchen and dining room via its double glazed bifold doors. An external covered area leading from the dining area offers a snug location to have a social gathering and a barbecue, or a great location to enjoy your breakfast or a leisurely weekend morning coffee while reading the paper or a good book. Mature hedging offers a natural screen to neighbours, and a children’s climbing wall and play deck offer a rather cool place to explore and improve their agility skills.
The first floor maintains the light and spacious feel. There are two further double bedrooms with ensuites, two further double bedrooms and an exceptionally well-appointed modern family bathroom. There are electric blinds to the front elevation windows to help on very sunny days to moderate the incoming sunlight.
This property is located ideally for both Oxford centre and access to the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside alike. Being only 2.4 Miles and a 6-minute journey to the Oxford train station for both Paddington/ Marylebone. There is a good access to the A34 leading to both the M4 and M40 motorways. The sailing club at the Farmoor reservoir is just 3.5 miles out of Oxford and offers a great sailing and water sports experience for keen enthusiasts.
The property also has electric gated access with remote control pad for the gates and garage doors. There is parking for multiple vehicles on a hardstanding driveway with a detached double garage and two very useful bespoke storage rooms which have been added by the current owners to both the rear and side of garages.
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KEY FEATURES Ground Floor Upon entering the ground floor entrance there is an immediate sense of space and natural light with modern Italian porcelain tiled flooring throughout the ground floor with underfloor zoned automated heating system controlled via an app. A bespoke glass and oak staircase is the main feature, giving views through the floor to ceiling double glazed elevations with SOMFY France electrically operated blinds to help control the natural light levels. There is a family room/cinema room to our right and the hall continues through into the principal living, kitchen and dining room with steps leading down to a stunning open plan spacious high ceiling room with an impressive Atrium roof light. The designer SIEMATIC modern kitchen offers an integrated coffee machine, oven, steam oven, and two warming trays, by GAGGENAU Germany, and a large island unit. There are Bifold doors across the whole rear of the room, leading to the rear terrace and patio offering a superb al fresco space. A further inner hall leads through to three additional rooms, cloakroom and a large utility room with sink and plumbing for appliances, a “Harvey “smart water softener with auto salt levels App control and an external door to the side of the property. The further ground floor rooms comprise of a very spacious office/bedroom six, with Gigaclear private super-fast broadband services for anyone considering home working or streaming. Finally, one of the most flexible rooms is the extremely beneficial double ensuite ground floor bedroom ideal for multi-generational families, or those looking for accommodation without stairs.
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SELLER INSIGHT Built in 2018, this very striking modern home occupies a sought-after location on a quiet residential road, just a short distance from the historic city centre of Oxford. “Interestingly, the house was designed by the Head of Architecture at Oxford Brookes University, and his unique design was definitely one of the main things that attracted us to the property,” says the owner. “However, we were also very taken with the superb location, which is close enough to the city centre to be really convenient, and yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle for us to enjoy utter peace and privacy.” “I’d say that a theme that definitely runs throughout the whole house is one of light and space; the design incorporates a tremendous amount of glazing. There are large windows on every aspect, the main living area, which is a huge, open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, has sliding and bi-folding doors, and the front section of the reception hall is all glass. The rooms are also really generously proportioned, the ceilings are high – which is quite unusual for a new home – and the layout flows beautifully so it’s very comfortable for both day-to-day family life and entertaining. For us it’s been the perfect family home.” “Another really nice feature of the property is the garden. Just outside the sliding and bi-folding doors that lead from the open-plan space is an unusually large raised patio terrace. It lies flush with the floor in the kitchen so when the doors are pushed back it essentially becomes an extension of that huge room. We’ve created a beautiful covered seating area out there, which can be used rain or shine, and from the patio steps lead down to a large lawn, which has been a great space for the children – we’ve also added a climbing frame and tree house. The whole garden is really private and very peaceful. In fact, when we’re sitting out there it’s often hard to believe we’re so close to the city centre.” “The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is the real hub of the home. It’s a place where we can all be together without feeling on top of one another, it’s fantastic for entertaining and we love the fact we can push back the doors and bring the outside in.” “In my opinion the location really couldn’t be more perfect. The house is tucked away on this very quiet road, but it takes no time at all to get into the city centre, and within around two or three minutes we can be out walking in some of the most beautiful countryside. It’s definitely one of those places that offers the best of both worlds.” “The house has a fantastic amount of storage space so it never feels cluttered, and we also have a large double garage, which has extra storage areas at both the back and to the side so there’s a place for everything.” “We would like to move to a house which has stables and a bit more land for the horse as our daughter is keen to get her own horse and is a horse rider, however, if we could pick up this house and place it in a couple of acres we’d do it in a heartbeat,” says the owner. “In terms of what we’ll miss, I can honestly say absolutely everything. It’s been a really wonderful place to call home.”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property.They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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First floor The designer staircase with glazed balustrades and oak treads and handrails gives you access to a spacious landing looking out to the front south facing driveway through floor to ceiling elevations with SOMFY electronic blinds installed and wooden floors throughout. There are four spacious double bedrooms on this floor three of these have luxury ensuites, one larger bedroom, and a further double bedroom are both served by a luxury full family bathroom suite. All of the bathrooms and ensuites have fittings by Hansgrohe and Duravit.
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OUTSIDE The property is approached from Cotswold Road, a no through road, and there are impressive double electronic gates giving access to a spacious block paved driveway where there is parking for several large vehicles. There is a detached double garage with electric doors and two very useful storage spaces to both the rear and right side of the detached garaging have recently been added. The property has a small lawned area to the side benefitting from pedestrian access to both sides with attractive private fencing on either side and leading to a very private rear garden which is mainly lawn. The boundaries are well defined and well maintained with extra privacy fencing to all sides and natural mature hedging to the rear and side boundaries.
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Directly leading from the living room, kitchen and main principal dining room is a large, raised terrace entertaining space accessed through double glazed bi fold doors. This allows you to open the inside to outside creating a fantastic alfresco entertaining space. To one end is a covered dining area for barbecue and drinks, or simply a Sunday morning coffee and a good book. The garden is mainly laid to lawns with a children’s climbing wall, raised decked playing area and tree house.
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LOCATION Attractively positioned in a quiet, private, no-through road off Cumnor hill, a short walk from protected woodlands . Cumnor Hill is a sought-after residential area just 2.4 miles to the west of the centre of Oxford City in a privileged elevated position. Being known as a University City it prides itself on the strength of its education offered at all levels. With excellent state and private schooling within easy reach, considered to be some of the very best schools within the UK. In addition, Oxford offers comprehensive shopping and historic buildings, with the river Thames passing through. Nearby sports facilities include sailing and water sports, tennis, bowling, swimming, and many cricket and football sports grounds and the prestigious 54 holes of Golf at nearby Frilford Heath. Oxford offers many museums including Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers and has its own theatre and playhouse featuring many London shows and global music acts. As well as its more recent multi-million-pound Westgate shopping centre. The nearest adjacent town being Abingdon upon Thames is 6.6 miles to the south and a simple 13-minute drive, where you can find plenty of additional restaurants, pubs, river walks and the 9th century Abbey grounds.
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Contemporary detached five bedroom Five bathrooms Energy efficient modern property Underfloor heating system Double detached garage Eco Efficient Oxford 2.4 miles. Automated systems throughout
Oxfordshire’s independent schools Cothill, Manor School Abingdon, Cokethorpe Chandlings Manor, Preparatory School Abingdon Preparatory School St Hugh’s School Oxfordshire’s independent senior schools including Abingdon Boys School, St Helen & St Katherine, Our Lady’s convent, Radley, St Edwards, Magdalen College School, and The Dragon School. Specialist schools for Dyslexia & related learning issues The Unicorn School Abingdon, and Mabel Pritchard Oxford
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LOCATION
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INFORMATION Services & Information Mains electric, gas, and water and drainage. VOWHDC completion certificate. 28/11/2018. Building regulations certification NIC EIC 15/11/2018. Roof Guarantee 10 years from 22/11/2018. Silka Ltd. External rendering by Monocouche XF. Windows Aluminium powder coated double glazed. https://rationel.co.uk Galvanised Guttering. Smart water softener. Automated lighting internal and external via App. Automated central heating controls. Via App. Smart life. SOMFY electronic blinds controlled via google home integration.
Airport by road. Birmingham Airport 66.5 miles 1hr 9 mins. London Heathrow 51 miles 55 mins. by train: Oxford to Paddington 52 mins. Marylebone 1 hr 20 mins.
Road & Rail There is good road access to London via M40, Reading M4 and Swindon, and Bicester Village shopping.
Website: For More information visit www.fineancountry.com/uk/oxford
Distances by Road to Oxford 2.4 miles, Swindon 27 miles, Reading 28 miles, Burford 17.9 miles, Bicester 14.9 miles, Cirencester 39 miles, Bath 66 miles, Bristol 69 miles, London 63.8 miles
Tenure Freehold Local Authority: VOWHDC Council tax band. F £3068 annual charge. Viewing arrangements: Strictly via sole agents Guy Simmons Fine & Country Oxford Tel 0778927516 or guy.simmons@fineandcountry.com
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 20.06.2022
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FINE & COUNTRY
GUY SIMMONS ASSOCIATE PARTNER
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in over 300 locations, spanning Europe, Australia, Africa and Asia, we combine widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation – leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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Fine & Country 07789 275716 guy.simmons@fineandcountry.com Guy is a well-established agent in Oxfordshire, having started his career working for a corporate estate agency, he moved onto working for a leading independent agency before becoming a coowner/Director. Guy has a passion for property and people. A great combination in providing a personal and bespoke service. His experience affords him a reputation for listening to his clients needs and tailoring services to deliver the results they desire from their property journey. A champion of open communication and supportive guidance, Guy’s clients have been loyal to him throughout his career. His drive in joining Fine and Country is to be able to offer the very best local, national and international marketing opportunities to his clients, using the latest digital technologies, whilst applying his personal knowledge and interest in the local communities. Guy lives in South Oxfordshire with his wife Diane, his two sons and two dogs. With a passion for house renovation, the family are no strangers to moving home. A great advocate for the many aspects that Oxfordshire life affords to those moving to the area, he does enjoy travelling but always returns home to this gem of a county.
The production of these particulars has generated a £10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, charity no. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation
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