Oxfordshire

The Old Rectory, Crowell

OIEO - £2,500,000
Under Offer

Area (approx)
5,723 Sq Ft / 531.6 Sq M

Crowell, Chinnor
Oxfordshire OX39 4RR

A handsome Grade II listed Rectory, with picturesque views across The Chilterns.

Layout

5 Bedrooms
5 Bath/Shower rooms
6 Reception rooms
1 Studio
1 Annexe
1 Workshop
1 Tennis Court
Size of Plot (Acres) 1.2

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Oil fired central heating

The AreaCrowell

Nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, Crowell is a charming and picturesque village in South Oxfordshire, offering an idyllic countryside lifestyle with excellent transport links. Just 4 miles from the market town of Thame and with easy access to the M40, London, Oxford, and Birmingham are all within convenient reach, making it an ideal location for commuters seeking a peaceful retreat.

‘The nearby countryside provides stunning walking and cycling routes. Crowell also boasts a historic church and a strong sense of community, making it a desirable and tranquil place to call home.

Families will find a superb selection of independent schools within easy reach, from outstanding preparatory options to leading secondary schools offering both day and boarding education. The highly regarded schools in nearby Thame, Oxford, and Abingdon provide an excellent standard of education.

With its blend of rural beauty, community charm, and accessibility, Crowell offers a perfect balance of country living and modern convenience, making it a highly sought-after location for those looking to enjoy the very best of Oxfordshire life.

The Old Rectory, CrowellAbout this home

Dating back to the mid-17th Century and subsequently designed and partially rebuilt in the early 1820’s by the renowned Georgian architect John Biagio Rebecca, The Old Rectory sits proudly in its land and occupies spectacular views across the Chilterns. This is a substantial Grade II Listed village house, with wonderful period proportions and large sash windows. The current owners have undertaken a significant programme of works throughout their ownership, with great flare and huge attention to detail, and the end result is a simply magnificent and very special village house. 

As is typical of this style of architecture, the house is awash with natural light. Highlights include the drawing room, with its elegant, curved sash bay window, as well as a wealth of original period features including carved ceilings and beautiful fireplaces. The five bedrooms are all of good size and overlook the garden and far-reaching views to the south. There is also a cellar within the main house, together with an adjoining one-bedroom self-contained annexe, workshop with room above, and a studio, which historically served as the Village Hall. An astroturf “Savannah” surface tennis court sits on the edge of the 1.2 acre grounds to complete this wonderful village house. 

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Floorplan

AREA (APPROX)

5,723 Sq Ft / 531.6 Sq M

Map

Further information

Learn more about the home & area with our local expert

Nikki Hemsley

Having grown up Oxfordshire, Nikki Hemsley holds an especially detailed knowledge of the area. Nikki has a breadth of experience and started her career with Knight Frank, before moving back to Oxfordshire in 2018 to head up Village and Rural Country Sales across the county for WEST – The Property Consultancy. Nikki is a wholly different property professional, who exudes drive, care, with an impressive attention to detail for her clients.