5 rooms house of 186m² in Cherwell District

Property Reference: . Featured on Grand Designs, this exceptional five-bedroom detached home combines cutting-edge architecture, luxurious living and outstanding sustainability. Designed and self-built by the current owner in 2018, with a comprehensive refurbishment completed in October 2025, the property achieves an energy-positive EPC A rating of 104, making it one of the most energy-efficient homes available. The impressive interior has been thoughtfully designed to maximise light and space, with soaring vaulted ceilings to the first floor, 2.7m ceiling heights throughout the ground floor and electrically operated triple-glazed Velux roof windows. High-performance pas 24-rated aluminium and timber composite windows and doors provide exceptional thermal efficiency, security and acoustic insulation. Comfort is assured year-round with underfloor heating throughout both floors, complemented by air conditioning to the principal bedroom and ground floor living areas. A striking floating oak staircase with integrated LED lighting forms the centrepiece of the home, while the expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living space is fitted with premium Miele integrated appliances, a sleek pop-up extractor and hard-wired data connections to every room. The luxurious bathrooms have been finished to a spa-quality standard, featuring fully tanked wet rooms with flush thresholds and a freestanding solid stone resin bath complete with an integrated smart television. Throughout the home, a comprehensive Loxone smart automation system controls heating, lighting, electric blinds and heated towel rails, complemented by mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (mvhr) incorporating summer bypass, Sonos multi-room audio, Hikvision CCTV and intelligent glass room controllers. Sustainability has been engineered into every aspect of the property. A 6kW solar photovoltaic system, integrated with a MyEnergi energy management system, intelligently diverts surplus electricity to domestic hot water and electric vehicle charging. A 500-litre high-flow thermal buffer works seamlessly with the gas boiler and solar bypass system. A beautifully appointed self-contained annexe has been finished to the same exacting specification as the main house, providing ideal accommodation for guests, multi-generational living or a premium home office. The annexe benefits from independent electrical services, air conditioning, panoramic electric rooflights and a fully equipped kitchenette with integrated fridge-freezer. Externally, the home presents a striking contemporary appearance with cement cladding, feature niches finished in treated Western Red Cedar, a composite standing-seam metal roof incorporating rain-noise suppression, aluminium and hardwood joinery, and a generous natural stone terrace. Internally, natural stone flooring, engineered oak flooring to the landing and principal bedroom, luxury carpets, solid oak internal doors and crisp shadow-gap detailing reinforce the exceptional level of craftsmanship throughout. Occupying a prime position within Graven Hill, the UK's flagship self-build community, the home enjoys an attractive outlook across mature trees while being just moments from green open spaces and ancient woodland. Residents benefit from a thriving community with a primary school, cafe and wine bar, while the historic market town of Bicester offers an excellent range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities. Junctions 9 and 10 of the M40 are easily accessible, and both Bicester North and Bicester Village stations provide regular rail services to Oxford, Birmingham and London Marylebone in approximately 45 minutes. Summary & Exclusions: - Rent Amount: £ per month (£680.77 per week) - Deposit / Bond: £ - 5 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms - Property comes unfurnished - Available to move in from 25 July 2026 - Maximum number of tenants is 6 - No Students - No Smokers - Bills not included - Property has parking - Property has garden access - Property has fireplace - EPC Rating: A If calling, please quote reference: Fees: You will not be charged any admin fees. **