Finstock Manor is a distinguished Grade II* listed country house, positioned at the edge of a picturesque village and boasting expansive views over Cornbury Park towards Charlbury. The property, adorned with Cotswold stone and topped with traditional stone roofs, showcases remarkable architectural elements including three prominent gables with globe finials and a date stone marked 1660. While it retains numerous period features such as an impressive 17th-century staircase, there is significant potential for restoration and modernization to enhance its historic charm. The principal rooms are spacious and airy, featuring high ceilings that seamlessly blend original character with contemporary living needs. Central heating powered by gas and many double-glazed windows offer comfort yet present opportunities for further upgrades.
The estate is accessed through an electric gate leading down a gravel driveway. Its beautifully laid-out formal gardens comprise various 'rooms' with manicured lawns, vibrant herbaceous borders, and a large outdoor heated swimming pool—a highlight for any family or entertaining space. The grounds include paddocks with a favorable westerly orientation.
Outbuildings on the property feature a substantial barn/three-car garage that offers double height interior space, along with a summerhouse, garage (formerly a cart shed in need of repair), and a pool house equipped with shower facilities—both structures are Grade II listed. A semi-derelict granary exists alongside these outbuildings, which has recently lapsed planning permission for conversion into a three-bedroom cottage; this presents an exciting renovation opportunity for further accommodation or rental income. Additional amenities include stables and various storage buildings.
Finstock itself offers rich historical significance and community spirit, conveniently located between Witney and Charlbury in the idyllic Cotswolds AONB. Nearby attractions include scenic walking paths in Cornbury Park and delightful local pubs known for their atmosphere. With accessible transport links via Charlbury Station to London Paddington within just over an hour, alongside proximity to prestigious schools in Oxford and surrounding towns like Chipping Norton and Burford, this property provides both charm and investment potential.
