Sundown, Kirtlington

A truly remarkable home designed by Anderson Orr in the beautiful village of Kirtlington

Set back down a quiet country lane, Sundown is a sensational five-bedroom family home situation in the ever-popular village of Kirtlington.

Having been the subject of extensive renovations in recent years, including a full redecoration earlier this year, the property was designed inverted to make the most of the light, space and exceptional views over the village allotments and fields beyond. Devised by renowned architects Anderson Orr, with Cotswold stone to the ground floor and larch cladding to the first, the property blends in with its countryside surroundings.

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  • The inverted plan positions all five bedrooms on the ground floor, along with two family bathrooms – both completed to an incredibly high standard. All bedrooms benefit from direct access on to the surrounding gardens. A garden room also sits on the ground floor and has wraparound glazing that opens to a covered terrace space, perfect for summertime indoor/outdoor living.

    The main living spaces are on the first floor and all benefit from oversized windows to let natural light in. The kitchen/breakfast room has designed with entertaining in mind with two ovens and two dishwashers with separate utility room, WC and pantry area. The large island takes centre stage but there is still plenty of space for a large dining table and corner seating area. Sliding electric shutters are in place for privacy and to protect from the afternoon sun.

    There is a separate study with bespoke built cabinets, perfect for those looking to work from home.

    The sitting room is also dual aspect and features an incredible rough plaster finish chimney breast with glass-fronted log fire. European oak floorboards complete this fantastic room.

    Sundown has been designed with the future in mind including a number of energy-saving measures such as triple-glazed windows, low-energy sensor lighting, MVHR ventilation system and a rainwater harvester/grey water system.

  • Access to the rear garden is either via any of the ground floor rooms or via the boot room. A large, covered patio is perfect for outdoor dining when the weather permits! There is a large garden studio with kitchenette and plumbing for a WC offers a potential sixth bedroom for visitors or perhaps a home gym or separate home office. The garden itself has been thoughtfully planted with well-stocked borders and raised beds, alongside a vegetable patch. A tall willow tree offers a shady spot for those looking to escape the sun.

    To the front of the property is off-street parking for a number of cars. Sundown also benefits from vehicular access via Park Close, off Heyford Road.

  • Kirtlington is an attractive and highly sought-after village located approximately 8 miles north of Oxford. The village boasts a polo club, a golf club with a clubhouse, and an active village hall that fosters a strong sense of community. Local shopping options are just a short drive away in Bletchingdon (with a co-op), while both Weston-on-the-Green and Tackley offer community-run village shops with a post office. In addition to its amenities, Kirtlington features a children’s play park and offers scenic walks through woodlands, along canals, near the stud farm, and at the local old quarry site. The village is home to two village greens and a duck pond, as well as a well-regarded primary school, a parish church, a pub, and a pub/restaurant. Oxfordshire is renowned for its schooling and the private schools in North Oxford (including The Dragon, Oxford High and St. Edwards "Teddies") are all within easy reach. Soho Farmhouse and Estelle Manor are both under 30 minutes’ drive away. For those working or studying in Oxford, the JR and Churchill hospitals are all within reach along with the various colleges of Oxford University and Oxford Brookes. Transportation is convenient, with a bus service connecting to Oxford and Bicester. Railway stations in the nearby market town of Bicester and at Oxford Parkway in Kidlington provide services to London (Marylebone or Paddington). The M40 motorway (Junction 9) is approximately 7 miles away, facilitating access to London and the Midlands.

Floor plan of 'Sundown' residence with a gross internal area of 3,127 sq. ft. It includes a principal bedroom, four additional bedrooms, a garden room, a family bathroom, and a garden studio. Layout shows room dimensions and specific areas labeled, including en-suites and wardrobes. Branding and a website link are present at the bottom.
Floor plan of a house labeled "Sundown" by Bespoke by Breckon, displaying a layout with a kitchen, dining/family room, living room, study, utility room, and larder. Approximate gross internal area is 3,127 square feet. Dimensions provided for each room.

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