Almond Road, Bicester, OX26

An exceptional family home offering generous accommodation set on a large plot in a secluded position within walking distance to Bicester town centre, with a detached double garage with self-contained annexe above, and a delightful heated outdoor swimming pool.

Built on part of an old orchard in a no-through road, the home was constructed by a local builder as his own residence to offer excellent family living inside and out, perfect for a growing family. Recent upgrades include the installation of an energy efficient air source heat pump and hot water tank in 2024 bring the EPC rating to a B.

Natural light is in abundance throughout the house with the main rooms orientated south. Downstairs the living room and dining room are both linked through glazed double doors into a truly ample south-facing conservatory with underfloor heating. The double aspect kitchen is adjacent with attractive solid oak herringbone flooring which follows into the dining room and includes fitted appliances. In addition downstairs, the hallway leads off to both a further reception room, currently used as a study, plus both a cloak room and a utility room. Planning permission ref: 24/02488/F was granted 16/09/24 to replace the conservatory with a single storey extension with bifold doors to the garden which would further enhance the ground floor space. 

Upstairs the four bedrooms are all good sizes, three are double aspect providing plenty of light, and all but one are equipped with generous wardrobes. The main bedroom comes with an en-suite shower room and there is refitted stylish bathroom which comes with a freestanding bath and separate shower.

Stepping outside, the magnificent garden is a wonderful retreat offering a south-facing heated swimming pool enclosed by a brick wall, perfect for unwinding in a peaceful setting, and not overlooked at all. There is a large patio area with a pond, several lawn areas, various vegetable growing planters and a small orchard, at set within a third of an acre. In the orchard there is a wonderful summer house.

In addition, there is a detached double garage with front-opening doors and two bays. A self-contained annexe can be found above, offering a living room/bedroom/ kitchen and a separate shower room. This space is currently let out and brings in an additional income, but could serve as many uses including an office, or space for an older child.

The driveway offers parking for several cars and comes with an electric car charging point.

Bicester town centre offers a great choice of restaurants, a Cinema and Sainsbury’s supermarket.  Internationally acclaimed Bicester Village designer outlet, and Bicester Shopping Park including an M&S Food Hall, and David Lloyd health club can all be found on the edge of the town.

Bicester conveniently has two train stations. Bicester North (0.5 miles away) offers a great commuter service to London Marylebone in around 45 minutes and you can reach Birmingham in 1 hour.
Bicester Village train station (1 mile away) offers service to Oxford and to London Marylebone.

By road, the M40 is within easy reach at J9 or J10 offering access to London, M25, Oxford and Birmingham.