Hazel Grove, 1 Drayton Road, Sutton Courtenay

Heritage charm and modern luxury

Positioned at the edge of Sutton Courtenay, within walking distance of the village, Hazel Grove is accessed from Drayton Road via double wooden electric gates and is set at the end of a private gravel driveway with extensive parking.

Originally constructed in the 1900’s and still retaining much of its original Edwardian charm, this lovely home has been transformed into a modern, stylish and spacious property with exceptional quality interiors, fixtures and fittings throughout.

Hazel Grove’s carefully designed, open plan design will appeal to families seeking space to grow, whilst downsizers will appreciate the three well-appointed ground floor bedrooms and two bathrooms.  The beautifully landscaped, enclosed south-facing gardens have been thoughtfully conceived to provide space for children to play and for adults to entertain, whilst being low-maintenance and with planting to provide colour and interest all year round.

Space for all the family…

Set over two floors, the generous living spaces at Hazel Grove provide open-plan areas for family and friends to gather, alongside more private spaces when you need to work or rest. 

The stunning 24ft x 19ft open plan sitting room is a real highlight of this exceptional home.  It’s absolutely filled with natural light thanks to its south-facing aspect and duo of double French doors which open out onto a terrace and then the garden.   Presented with calming neutral décor, there’s chic grey Karndean herringbone flooring underfoot and feature spotlights overhead.  When the weather turns colder, the new woodburning stove will provide cosy warmth and oodles of atmosphere.

The brand-new kitchen at Hazel Grove has been cleverly designed to make cooking a breeze!  Fossil grey cabinets with heritage-style pewter handles provide plenty of storage space whilst crisp white quartz worksurfaces ensure there’s plenty of room for food preparation.  Built in appliances are all high-end and include a Neff double oven/microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.  Just off the kitchen is a useful utility room with plumbing for a washing machine/dryer, sink and a door into the garden.

Leading off the kitchen, the open-plan 17ft x 11ft dining hall is the perfect spot to entertain friends with space for a large table.  You’ll also gather here for weekday suppers,  for kids to do homework or  just to relax with morning coffee and the papers.

And so to bed…

The five generous bedrooms at Hazel Grove are arranged over the ground and first floors, with a potential ground floor sixth bedroom which could double up as a study/home office.  All the bedrooms are good sized doubles and have been beautifully appointed with calming neutral shades on the walls and soft grey carpeting underfoot.   The first floor bedrooms would make ideal children’s rooms – accessed via their own staircase and with extensive storage along the eaves. 

There are two newly installed bathrooms with crisp white sanitaryware and luxurious ceramic tiles.  Bathroom 1 has a generous bathtub with overhead shower, whilst bathroom two has a large corner ‘rainfall’ shower.

Garden delights…

Private and secluded, the garden at Hazel Grove is ready and waiting to make the most of the summer and start enjoying straight away!  South facing and wrapping around the house on two sides, the garden enjoys plenty of light throughout the day.  Privacy and shade is provided through mature trees and recently planted bamboo screening. 

There’s an extensive lawn area to enjoy as well as a large entertaining terrace and barbeque area.  When the French doors from the sitting room are opened up fully, the garden provides the perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living.

The Perfect Location

Hazel Grove is a superb family home that enjoys the best of both worlds: an enviably peaceful and private setting, yet located just moments from the thriving village of Sutton Courtenay with open spaces, riverside walks and fantastic country pubs on the doorstep.  Plus it offers straightforward transport links to Oxford or London and easy access to some of the best schools in the country.

Situated alongside the banks of the River Thames, Sutton Courtenay is one of South Oxfordshire’s most idyllic villages, with a rich history and superb facilities including a shop/Post Office, primary school and lively community life.  This is a serene location and picture-perfect walking country, yet it’s not remote:  it’s just a three mile drive to Didcot where commuters can catch a fast train to London Paddington in around 45 minutes.

Centred around the village green, Sutton Courtney is well known for its pretty, thatched cottages and its lively community with a range of activities throughout the year, centred on the village hall and the River Room with its community café at All Saints Church.  From a drama society and All Saints’ Singers to toddler group, fitness classes, WI and bridge club, this is a close community in the best tradition.

The village pubs are The Swan Foodhouse and Bar, overlooking the village green, where tapas and paella are a speciality, and a traditional ‘local,’ The George, where real ales and craft beers reign supreme.  The Fish restaurant has a mouth-watering French menu and is highly rated.

Nearby Abingdon is the place to do a supermarket shop – it has Waitrose and Tesco superstores, lots of lovely independent shops, pubs, restaurants and leisure options.

Some of the country’s best independent schools are here too – Abingdon School, St Helen & St Katharine, The Manor Preparatory School and Our Lady’s number among them.  Well-regarded state comprehensives include Didcot Girls’ School (Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’), and John Mason, Larkmead and Fitzharry’s Schools, all rated ‘Good’.

NB. Kindly note that select images used within our promotional content have undergone virtual staging processes, showcasing possible arrangements and aesthetics within the property; however, the actual space might differ from these depictions.