Francis York

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A Rural Georgian Baroque House in Oxfordshire

This property is on the market for £4,500,000, listed with Savills. 

West Hanney House is described as a Georgian classic of ‘Remarkable Distinction’, the rural Georgian Baroque house is one of several charming buildings in the quaint village of West Hanney. 

The property was built in 1727 and famously belonged to a Norman baron named Walter Gifard, who helped win the Battle of Hastings alongside William the Conqueror. 

West Hanney House is set in the centre of a walled 2.87 acre garden, with high gates and an imposing facade. 

Inside, the 5489 square foot property is elegantly arranged, with several light-filled reception rooms, 7 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms.

Notable period details include its finely carved central staircase, leading to a landing on the first floor with a Chinese Chippendale pattern balustrade. 

This unique village property is located 70 miles to London, and just 13 miles to Oxford.

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