Swan Lane, Great Bourton, Banbury

A delightfully unusual character cottage located in the heart of this picturesque village

Situation - GREAT BOURTON is situated in attractive countryside just north of Banbury. The village has an active community, and amenities include a modern village hall, The Bell Inn public house and All Saints Church, dating back 600 years. The nearby village of CROPREDY is very well served, famous for the battle of Cropredy Bridge, the canal which runs through it and the annual Fairport Convention Festival Weekend. Amenities there include a parish church, Methodist chapel, two public houses, doctors surgery, shop, coffee shop/tea room, sports field for football, tennis and cricket clubs, children's play area, primary school and bus service.

The Property - The Trap House is a cleverly extended and unique cottage offering very well thought-out accommodation over three levels plus an attic. The extensive modernisation combines contemporary finishes with a character feel and the available space has been carefully maximised. The property enjoys a great deal of natural light and occupies a superb spot within the heart of the village overlooking the church yard. The spacious open plan kitchen is a particular feature with bespoke cabinetry and an area ideal for entertaining. This modern space is a delightful contrast to the original cottage sitting room with a log burner and outlooks towards the church. The bedroom is on the second floor along with the cleverly designed shower room. The lower ground floor has been adapted to provide the main entrance, a wet room, a store room and a utility area. The rear cottage garden has been terraced to offer a low maintenance patio with abundant flower beds and access to the very useful garden office.

Entrance Hall - A door from the lower ground floor provides the main entrance to the cottage. The hall opens up to provide the Utility area with space and plumbing for appliances with a countertop over, stairs to the sitting room, door to store room and doors to;

Wet Room - A cleverly designed and compact wet room comprising a WC, hand basin and flexible shower head with a central drain.

Kitchen/Dining Room - A striking extended room fitted with a fully bespoke range of cabinets to make the most of all available space and to provide a fantastic amount of storage. It comprises an integrated freezer and fridge, electric single oven and sink unit. An island provides space for cooking and dining. A great deal of natural light is provided by the domed roof light and patio doors opening to the garden.

Sitting Room - A characterful and cosy reception room with a large window to the front affording lots of light and a view across the church yard and church. Cast iron log burning stove. A door to the front with steps to the lane. Mahogany flooring and stairs rising to;

Bedroom - A double bedroom with a window to the front overlooking the church, polished pine floorboards, recessed hanging and storage space, bespoke stairs to the attic room.

Ensuite - A bespoke suite with a large walk in shower, WC and basin. Slate floor tiles, velux roof light.

Attic - With low ceiling height and a small spiral staircase from bedroom one. Having been remodelled and currently used as a study area without building regulations. Fitted with a range of work surfaces one suitable for study area. Velux roof light over. Range of pine fronted drawers below. Hot water tank.

Garden - A low maintenance landscaped garden with a patio area accessed from the kitchen. Fitted timber bench and table with raised walled beds. Electric points. Steps rise to further gravelled area

Garden Office - A well constructed timber office with insulation and power connected.

Local Authority - Cherwell District Council. Council tax band B.

Viewing - Strictly by prior arrangement with the Sole Agents Anker & Partners.

Services - All mains services are connected with the exception of gas. Heating is provided via economy 7 electric storage heaters.

Energy Rating: G - A copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available on request.