A Contemporary Legacy Within Historic Parkland
The Opportunity
Occupying approximately 3.33 acres within the historic parkland of Aynhoe Park, this exceptional site represents the final remaining opportunity to create a new country house of architectural distinction within this celebrated Capability Brown estate. Discreetly positioned within the designed landscape, the plot enjoys expansive southerly views across private lawns, established parkland and the rolling Oxfordshire countryside beyond.
The site benefits from full planning consent to construct a state-of-the-art lateral country house extending to approximately 8,650 square feet, designed by the multi award-winning architects Michael Rundell Associates. The approved design offers a refined contemporary interpretation of the English country house, informed by a detailed study of historic precedents and the work of Sir John Soane, while embracing modern materials, technologies and sustainability principles.
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The location
Set on the Oxfordshire-Northamptonshire border and widely regarded as the gateway to the Cotswolds, Aynho is an unspoilt and historic stone village occupying an elevated position with far-reaching views across the Cherwell Valley and surrounding countryside. With origins dating back over a thousand years, including references in the Domesday Book, its character today remains defined by beautiful period architecture, rolling pastoral landscape and a strong village community.
Aynho is internationally recognised as the home of Aynho Park, the Grade I listed country house set within magnificent Capability Brown–designed parkland.
Despite its tranquil setting, Aynho is exceptionally well connected. The M40 motorway is approximately a 10-minute drive, providing swift access to London and Birmingham, while regular rail services from nearby Banbury and Bicester offer direct links to London Marylebone. Oxford is within easy reach, and Bicester has evolved into one of the region’s most dynamic and prestigious destinations, home to the internationally renowned Bicester Village, a luxury retail environment attracting a global VIP audience alongside high-end dining and hospitality.
Highly regarded schooling further enhances the appeal, including the prestigious Stowe School, one of the country’s leading independent schools, in addition to a wide selection of respected state and private schools in Oxford, Banbury and the surrounding area.
Within the village itself are a village hall, sports field, tennis court, the medieval Church of St Michael and the highly regarded Cartwright Hotel, completing an exceptional and highly sought-after location that perfectly balances rural charm with accessibility and refinement.
Locality
Local Pubs & Restaurants
Muddy Duck
The Nut Tree Daylesford
The Wild Rabbit
The Plough
The Bull
The Fishes
Members Clubs
Soho Farmhouse – 10.4 miles
Estelle Manor – 18.9. miles
Communications
London is easily accessible with the M40, 10 minutes drive – 66 miles London
Bicester North Station – 9 miles Bices
North to London Marylebone – 45 m
Oxford Airport – 14.7 miles
Oxford Parkway Station – 16.5 miles
Members Clubs
Soho Farmhouse – 10.4 miles
Estelle Manor – 18.9. miles
Prep Schools
Winchester House
Swanbourne
The Dragon
Summerfields Bruern Abbey Cothill
Local attractions
Bicester Village – 9.4 miles
(shops to include: Ralph Lauren, Prada, Gucci, Mulberry, Tommy Hilfiger, Hackett, Burberry and many more)
Broughton Castle – 7.7 miles
Silverstone circuit – 14.3 miles
Stowe Gardens – 6.6 miles
Sulgrave Manor – 10 miles
Towcester racecourse – 18.9 miles
Blenheim Palace – 13.5 miles
Oxford – 21.6 miles
Stratford-upon-Avon – 27.5 miles
Bicester Heritage – 8.2 miles
