The Old Forge, Upper Brailes, Banbury, OX15 5AT

The Old Forge is a 17th-century dwelling located in the village of Brailes, Warwickshire, within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property is freehold and occupies over an acre of land, currently featuring a garden, orchard, and paddock, with potential for equestrian use or tourism-related activities. The house requires full renovation, including a majority re-thatch, and retains historical features such as high ceilings, original stone inglenook fireplaces, and intricately carved beams. Internally, the layout includes a wide entrance hall, a large reception room, a snug or home office, a central reception room suitable for dining, a kitchen with separate access, four double bedrooms, a bathroom, and a WC. There is also potential to convert the attic into an additional bedroom and bathroom. The property includes a garage and gardens with mature trees and shrubs, along with vehicular access to the paddock. Local amenities in Brailes include a school, pub, butchers, bakers, and shops, with rail connections available at Banbury and Moreton-in-Marsh, and the M40 nearby. The market town of Shipston-on-Stour is approximately a ten-minute drive away.