House for sale Taynton, Burford, OX18
Added on 18/10/2026
- Type
- House
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Size
- £561 per sq ft
- Tenure
- Freehold
Key features
- Quiet location yet a short drive to the thriving market town of Burford
- Quietly set on a no through lane
- Sunny south west facing gardens
- Versatile accommodation
- 2 Parking spaces
- Semi-Detached
- Chain Free
About this property
Nestled within the highly desirable Cotswold village of Taynton, this attractive semi-detached Cotswold stone cottage combines period character with practical modern living. Constructed from honey-coloured limestone beneath a traditional pitched roof, the property enjoys considerable kerb appeal and occupies a delightful village position, ideal as a permanent residence or idyllic country retreat. The accommodation extends to approximately 1,114 sq ft (103.5 sq m) and offers well-balanced living space arranged over two floors.<br /><br />A welcoming entrance leads into the heart of the home, a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, with log burning stove, creating a sociable and light-filled environment, perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining. A versatile reception room currently arranged as a sitting room offers the flexibility to serve as a ground-floor third bedroom, home office or snug according to individual requirements. The first floor comprises two comfortable bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with characterful proportions and a further double bedroom, together with family bathroom facilities.<br /><br />Externally, the property is approached through attractive gardens which complement the cottage's traditional appearance. The striking timber-framed entrance porch provides a warm welcome, while the grounds offer space for outdoor dining, relaxation and enjoyment of the peaceful village setting. <br /><br />A useful detached shed provides additional storage, and the property further benefits from allocated parking for two vehicles, a particularly valuable feature within this sought-after Cotswold village. Please note there is a restrictive covenanant that does not allow holiday lets on this property.
Floorplan
Council tax
Band D £2,392 a year
- Band A£1,594
- Band B£1,860
- Band C£2,126
- Band DThis home: £2,392
- Band E£2,923
- Band F£3,455
- Band G£3,986
- Band H£4,783
This home is in band D, which costs £2,392 a year in Cotswold for 2026/27.
Figures from MHCLG (Open Government Licence v3): the average bill for each band across Cotswold, including the typical parish precept, so a parish's own bill can differ a little. Discounts lower the bill, such as 25% off for an adult living alone. Check a home's band on GOV.UK.
Price guide
£561 per sq ft, above 9 in 10 recent sales in OX18 (£286–£465, 10th–90th percentile, 713 sales over 24 months).
Lowest and highest are the 10th and 90th percentiles of 713 homes sold in OX18 over the last 24 months. This home's figure uses its asking price.
Location
Taynton, Burford, OX18
In the Cotswolds National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Contains Natural England data © Natural England, Open Government Licence v3.
Mortgage and stamp duty
A £562,000 mortgage. Most lenders would want a household income of about £125,000 to support it.
A guide only, for a capital repayment mortgage. The rate you are offered and what you can borrow depend on your circumstances and a full application with a lender or broker. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Properties sold nearby
HM Land Registry sales nearby. Floor areas from Energy Performance Certificates where matched.
| Address | Type | Sold | Size | Size | £/sq ft | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Detached | Detached | Feb 2025 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £850,000 |
| 42 Semi-detached | Semi-detached | Mar 2024 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £1,265,000 |
| 10 Detached | Detached | Mar 2024 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £1,360,000 |
| 22 Detached | Detached | Feb 2024 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £1,346,500 |
| Coombe House Detached | Detached | Jan 2024 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £2,425,000 |
| Wisteria Cottage, 41 Detached | Detached | Nov 2023 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £1,000,000 |
| Medlar Cottage, 27 Semi-detached | Semi-detached | May 2023 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £2,150,000 |
| 44 Detached | Detached | Oct 2022 | n/a | n/a | n/a | £1,070,000 |
Area insights
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