Blandford Avenue, Summertown
A recently renovated home over three floors in the heart of North Oxford
Set on the south side of this popular North Oxford side road is 18 Blandford Avenue – an incredible five bedroom family home.
Having been the subject of extensive renovation in recent years by the current owners, the property comes to the market in superb condition throughout. The property has been exceptionally well designed to make the most of the natural light available.
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The vintage style kitchen / breakfast room has been finished to an incredible standard with hand-built units designed and supplied by multi-award-winning Uncommon Projects. There is an oversized kitchen island with polished concrete top by Fluid Stone. With exposed brick and polished concrete floors alongside a Stuv raised wood burner, this room is the heart of the home. With direct access via the full-height sliding doors onto the rear garden with decked area, perfect for al-fresco dining.
There is a separate sitting room to the front of the house which benefits from an open fireplace and bay window. The 5th bedroom is to the rear of the ground floor which benefits from an en-suite shower room and double doors opening on to the south facing garden.
Stairs from the hallway take you to the first and second floors which enjoy four further bedrooms and a family bathroom with twin sinks, bath and separate walk-in shower – all finished to an excellent standard. The fourth bedroom is on the top floor and benefits from en-suite shower room and covered balcony.
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The rear garden enjoys raised beds which have recently been re-stocked with herbaceous plants. Mature trees, including silver birch and apple, provide privacy. There are two large areas of decking, one directly outside the property another outside the summerhouse at the rear of the garden. With underfloor heating and clad in treated larch, the summerhouse has been angled within the garden to maximise afternoon sun. There is also a 1,600 litre rainwater harvest tank underneath the decking.
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Blandford Avenue sits in the heart of North Oxford, one of the city’s most desirable residential areas, known for its elegant homes, tree-lined streets, and excellent amenities. Just a short stroll from Summertown, residents enjoy a vibrant high street with boutique shops, independent cafés, restaurants, and essentials like M&S Foodhall, Gail’s Bakery, Pompette, and two wine bars.
Port Meadow and the River Thames are nearby, offering beautiful green spaces for walking, running, and outdoor activities.
Education options are exceptional, with The Dragon School, Oxford High School, St Edward’s, and Wychwood School all within easy reach, alongside highly rated state schools such as Cherwell School. Oxford city centre is just a 10-minute cycle or bus ride away, while Oxford Parkway station provides direct trains to London Marylebone in under an hour, making this an ideal location for families and professionals alike.
