Weston-On-The-Green, Bicester, OX25 3QU

Keepers Cover lies to the edge of the sought-after village of Weston-on-the-Green, surrounded by approximately four acres of private gardens, including an orchard, natural swimming pond and paddock land.

Approached discreetly from the village lane, the house takes full advantage of the setting with extensive south-facing terraces providing superb spaces for entertaining with views over formal lawns.

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors run the length of the house, maximising natural light.

The accommodation is flexible, including a wonderful, impressive open-plan kitchen/breakfast/sitting room with a wood-burning stove, a large family sitting room, and four bedrooms, including a principal suite and a self-contained guest suite accessed via an exterior staircase.

The property lends itself well to use as a main residence, as well as a second/holiday home.

To the exterior, highlights include an established orchard planted with a variety of apple, pear, plum, cherry, damson and quince trees, a natural swimming pool with decking and a useful paddock.

The setting is uniquely private, creating a great escape from city life.

Keepers Cover is very well positioned for commuting: Bicester Village and Bicester North Stations provide regular direct rail services to London Marylebone, with journey times of approximately 52 minutes.

Oxford mainline station provides services to London Paddington with journey times from 51 minutes.

Many of the country's leading independent schools are within easy reach; Oxford offers an exceptional choice of educational establishments, including the Dragon School, St Edward's School, Oxford High School and d'Overbroeck's, while Radley College and Magdalen College School are also conveniently accessible from the property.

Weston-on-the-Green is renowned for its village amenities, including two traditional pubs, a community village store/post office and the Milk Shed Café.

The nearby centres of Oxford and Bicester provide an extensive range of shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.

Highlights in the historic city of Oxford include landmarks such as the Radcliffe Camera and Bodleian Library, the Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, the Botanic Garden and punting from Magdalen Bridge.

Within an easy drive lies Bicester Retail Village, David Lloyd, rh England at Aynho, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor and Silverstone racing circuit.