Medlar Cottage sits in the village of Taynton, just outside Burford. Externally, it is typical of the area, built from Cotswold stone with balanced, well-kept proportions. Inside, the layout has been thoughtfully reworked for modern living, creating a house that feels both practical and easy to live in.





The house is arranged around a central entrance hall, which gives a natural sense of order to the ground floor. The drawing room is a well-proportioned space, centred around a stone fireplace and finished with a lightness that softens its more traditional features.





Beyond, the cottage opens into the kitchen and breakfast room, which forms the heart of the house. Cabinetry in a muted green sits comfortably against stone floors and exposed beams, while a central island anchors the space. There is room here for a large dining table, positioned to take in views of the garden, and doors open out onto the terrace, allowing the house to extend easily outdoors.





A snug sits just off the kitchen, offering a more informal second reception room, while a separate utility room has been carefully integrated to keep the practical elements of the house out of sight.





Upstairs, the three bedrooms are arranged with a similar sense of balance. The principal bedroom has good proportions and its own bathroom, while the remaining two bedrooms are both generous doubles, each with their own bath or shower room.





The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged, with areas for dining and seating set within a wider expanse of lawn. A summer house provides additional space, whether for storage, a studio or home working.





Taynton is a small village just outside Burford, so it feels quiet but not remote. Burford itself has a strong high street with independent shops, pubs and places to eat, and the surrounding countryside is some of the best in the Cotswolds. Daylesford, Soho Farmhouse and Estelle Manor are all within easy reach, and there are regular trains to London from Charlbury and Kingham, both of which are nearby.