Lifestyle -- 5 days ago
Words: Guy Aubrey Devito
A quaint house in the countryside is a dream for most of us and although we may never shake off the shackles of the city, we’d rather be sitting by a roaring fire in a twee country cottage. Here are 3 country cottages we want to own this Christmas.
THE OLD RECTORY, HOOK NORTON, OXFORDSHIRE
This charming period rectory is not listed meaning the new owners can extend and modernise as they please. The house is situated within the charming village of Hook Norton near Banbury in Oxfordshire and has six bedrooms, a gravelled drive leading to the house and large, wild gardens. Despite its rural location it is very accessible from London and has great potential for commuters.
£995,000 from Savills
HOCKLEY HOUSE, THROWLEY, KENT
This cosy four bedroom cottage dates back to the 16th century and is near to the cathedral city of Canterbury, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The property has just under an acre of mature garden and is completely removed from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Despite this it’s close to London which is only an hours drive away.
£800,000 from Winkworth
ATHATCHED COTTAGE, EASTON ROYAL, WILTSHIRE
With three spacious bedrooms, this thatched cottage in Easton Royal is able to accommodate a small family looking to move to an area of superb rural beauty. Exposed beams run throughout the property, but despite this the ceilings are high giving a sense of space to the various rooms. The village of Easton Royal is a quintessential West Country gem and provides a wonderfully communal sense of rural life.
£595,000 from Hamptons
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