The Priory, Church Way, Iffley, Oxford

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1 The Priory, Church Way, Iffley, Oxford

2 The Priory Church Way, Iffley, Oxford OX4 4EB A very rare piece of Oxford architectural history set within its own private part walled 1 acre park, within a highly coveted area of the city. Oxford City Centre c.2.7 miles, Oxford Station 2.9 miles (London Paddington c.55 mins), London 58 miles, Oxford Parkway Station 6.6 miles (London Marylebone 60 minutes), Oxford London Airport c. 8.8 miles Entrance hallway 5 Reception rooms 4 Basement rooms 6 Bedrooms Kitchen Family bathroom WC About 1 acre in all The property Set behind a discreet high walled entrance, The Priory, is believed to be Oxford s only example of Strawberry Hill gothic architecture. The Priory is a stunning Grade II listed Villa approached via a sweeping drive through wooded grounds and a park like setting commanding an elevated position in mature grounds. The property, thought to be built in 1840, characterises many Neo Gothic features such as a crenelated parapet and traceried windows, originally serving as a day and boarding school run by the Ursuline nuns until 1891, when the property became a private residence owned by a Miss Kemp and following its elaborate existence fell into disrepair. The current owners purchased the property in the 1990 s and then invested in the restoration of this historic building and managed to save the property through substantial remedial work. The house now requires refurbishment in order to create a 21st century residence of some stature, utilising the historic superstructure. Of particular note and so indicative of a property of this period are significant features which include gothic arched windows, some with shutters, the original open fire places, some with blue Delft tiling, high ceilings and original wooden panelling. Original mullioned fenestration and the frame of a beautiful original iron loggia / canopy hint at the splendour of this wonderful building. Outside The property is accessed through a high walled gateway and a sweeping tree lined driveway extends majestically to the property and its main entrance doors The 0.93 acre grounds are interspersed with mature specimen trees including a fine and ancient Mulberry and the driveway terminates currently in an extensive parking area. The main garden area is mainly of formal lawn and can also be accessed from several of reception rooms in the main house, principally from the elegant lower ground floor. The gardens, grounds and house are of great historical interest and offer immense privacy and seclusion and would in themselves make a wonderful undertaking for those with an interest in horticulture. Location Iffley Village is one of Oxford s most sought after and picturesque locations. A village within a city and for a buyer seeking a bucolic lifestyle set high above the River Thames, this is a unique proposition. The village has a community shop, two public houses/restaurants, and a hotel and village church. There are many fine old period houses in this conservation area with access over the weir to the Thames towpath, which continues all the way into the centre of Oxford passing the Isis Tavern which can only be reached on foot.

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6 Directions From Oxford centre take the Iffley Road (A4150) continue through the traffic lights at Donnington Bridge Road and after approximately half a mile, bear right at Iffley Turn. Proceed into the village and pass the Hawkwell Hotel on your left and the drive leading to the property can be found shortly thereafter on the left hand side through a high walled entrance. You will see a lodge / bungalow immediately on your right, and you proceed up the tree lined driveway which culminates at the property s main entrance doors. Floorplans House internal area 4,817 sq ft (448 sq m) For identification purposes only. General Services: All mains services are available in this location, either already connected or in the main highway. Telephone and Broadband (subject to BT regulations). Strutt & Parker Oxford Anchor House, 269 Banbury Road OX2 7LL oxford@struttandparker.com struttandparker.com Carter Jonas Oxford Mayfield House, 256 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 7DE oxford@carterjonas.co.uk carterjonas.co.uk IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken February Particulars prepared February Strutt & Parker is a trading style of BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited. Strutt & Parker