Orwell House
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All Saints Lane, sutton Courtenay
“A sophisticated series of modern spaces seamlessly linked to the landscape”.
ORWELL HOUSE, ALL SAINTS LANE, SUTTON COURTENAY, OXFORDSHIRE, OX14 4AG
Open plan living areas with hall, kitchen, drawing, sitting and dining areas 6 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, utility room, study Landscaped gardens Outdoor heated pool Pool house/annexe Triple open bay garage Gardens and grounds about 1.16 acres
introduction
Situated near the banks of the River Thames in South Oxfordshire, Sutton Courtenay has a rich history. With an attractive village green, many of the houses date to the 16th century and earlier, fine period properties include the Grade II* listed Manor House, The Abbey and the Norman Hall.
With a vibrant community, amenities in the village include the Sutton Courtenay C of E Primary School, the church of All Saints, a post office/general store and four public houses, including the popular pub-restaurant The Fish. More extensive amenities are found in Abingdon, Didcot and Oxford. Communication is good with the A34 connecting M40 and the M4. Didcot Parkway station is approximately 3 miles away and operates a 40 minute intercity service to London Paddington.
Notable past and current residents are numerous and include former Prime Minister HH Asquith and Eric Arthur Blair, alias George Orwell, is buried in the churchyard. The area is well served for an excellent selection of state and independent schools in and around Abingdon and Oxford. The Manor Preparatory School – 3.6 miles Radley College – 5.5 miles Moulsford Prep School – 11.3 miles St George's Ascot – 46 miles Eton College – 50 miles
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“The design concept for this house was to create ‘organic modernism’, utilising natural materials including plants, water, thatch, oak and stone. These play against more modern materials such as glass and polished concrete with crisp, fresh, light reflecting walls and ceilings. Internal floor surfaces carry into the external spaces, encouraging use of the outdoors to a much higher degree than the mainstream home. Glass is used to such an extent that the gardens are invited into the living space to create a feeling of well-being… The images should speak for themselves… a deliberately understated arrival, security, seclusion, peace, sophistication and most importantly, fun”.
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Description
In splendid contrast to the abundance of historic buildings, and, named after one of the village’s appreciators, Orwell House was designed and built by highly regarded, local designer Andrew Herring in 2007/8. To quote Herring:-
Underfloor heating to ground floor Iroko wood floors Rako smart home lighting BT broadband Quooker tap Bulthaup gas hob Siemens ovens x 2, microwave and warming drawer Integrated Miele fridges x 3 Integrated Miele freezers x 3 Integrated Miele dishwasher Temperature controlled wine store Japanese slate in bathrooms
Specification Information
Approached along a private, shared lane Orwell House is entered through a Corten steel electric entrance gate to ample gravel parking in front of the property. There is triple open-bay garage.
The gardens, designed by Herring and Sarah Eberle, winners of gold medals at Chelsea Flower Show in 2006 and 2007, have been further enhanced by the current owners and are well established. Modern in design, providing privacy and numerous outdoor spaces, features and specimens include:- Willow trees, long grasses, bamboo, silver birch and tulip trees, water features, agapanthus flowers, log walls, Corten steel garden area with fire pit, olive trees set by a decking terrace and Japanese slate heated swimming pool.
The pool house with first floor bedroom and shower room doubles as a studio annexe depending on needs.
Gardens, grounds & outbuildings
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pool house First floor
Pool House Ground floor
Main House Second Floor
Main house First floor
Main House Ground floor
Overview
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Annexe
Main House
* Both EPC Ratings are subject to change following review
Orwell House owns part of All Saints Lane over which other dwellings have right of way.
Agents notes
Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected.
SERVICES
Photographs taken and brochure prepared December 2021.
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Annexe Bedroom
Annexe First Floor Flat Sitting Room
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A generous glass kitchen extension offers a powerful indoor/outdoor relationship with the private landscape gardens.
An exquisite townhouse situated in the heart of Chelsea offering an engaging combination of history and contemporary luxury living.
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Thunder House
Loggia/Covered Dining Area
Jekyll Inspired Gardens
Norney Wood Aerial
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Norney Wood
020 7016 3713
Hugh Maconochie Savills Country Department 33 Margaret Street London W1G 0JD
hmaconochie@savills.com
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CONTACT / agent details
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Mains power (3-Phase), supplemented by solar panels, mains water, private drainage - modern sewage treatment plant (high specification / low maintenance) Landline + Superfast broadband Heating and Hot Water Underfloor heating throughout. Main House: Provided by a 9kW (37kW capacity) ground-source heat-pump (GSHP). Annexe: Provided by a 4kW (16kW) capacity air-source heat-pump (ASHP) In the Garden Irrigation system for the garden and pond captures rainwater from the house roofs in two large underground tanks and when these run dry, water is pumped up from an 80-metre-deep borehole. General Remarks & Stipulations Tenure: Freehold. Fixtures and Fittings Certain fixtures and fittings such as the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and garden statuary are expressly excluded from the sale but some items may be made available by separate negotiation.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents, Savills. Important Notice Savills and their clients give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their clients or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Brochure prepared: January 2022 Photographs taken: 2021
01865 339 702
Charles Elsmore-Wickens Head of Cotswold Region Savills 256 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7DE
cewickens@savills.com
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Clive Moon Savills Farnham 39 Downing Street, Farnham GU9 7PH
cmoon@savills.com
shackleford
Norney Wood is located within the picturesque village of Shackleford, a quiet rural location within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The sought-after village of Shackleford has a village shop, post office and public house.
Underfloor heating to ground floor Iroko wood floors Rako smart home lighting BT broadband Quooker tap Bulthaup gas hob Siemens ovens x 2, microwave and warming drawer Integrated Miele fridges x 3 Integrated Miele feezers x 3 Integrated Meile dishwasher Temperature controlled wine store Japanese slate in bathrooms
Sporting facilities nearby include The Surrey Sports Park in Guildford and David Lloyd in Farnham. There is a selection of stunning golf courses nearby which include Puttenham Golf Club, Hankley Common Golf Club, Hurtmore and West Surrey Golf Club in Godalming. There is racing at Goodwood, polo at Cowdray Park and sailing at both Chichester Harbour and nearby Frensham Pond.
There are a number of highly regarded state and private schools in the area, including St Mary’s Infant School and Aldro School in Shackleford. Godalming College, Charterhouse, St. Hilary’s and Prior’s Field can be found in Godalming, and Rodborough in Milford. Edgeborough, Frensham Heights and More House Schools in Frensham, King Edwards and Barrow Hills in Witley, The Royal Grammar School, Lanesborough and Guildford High School in Guildford and Amesbury and The Royal School in Hindhead.
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This part of Surrey is renowned for its open countryside offering excellent walking and riding opportunities. Of particular note is Puttenham Common, where there are miles of walking, cycling and riding along a number of public foot and bridle paths directly accessible from the property, taking in wonderful Surrey countryside views. In addition, Hankley Common and Frensham Common, both owned by The National Trust, as well as Alice Holt Forest, are all close by to enjoy.
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