Is there anything more idyllic than a house in the countryside? After seeing Sir Michael Caine's former property in Oxfordshire, Rectory Farm House, we firmly believe that the answer is no.
The retired actor's old abode (a Grade II-listed, 17th-century English country house), has been listed for approximately 13.59 million (£10 million) and features 600 feet of River Thames frontage, six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and modern facilities that Sir Michael added while living there between 1984 and 1999.
'Architecturally interesting, this quintessentially English country house affords its future custodian a true Swallows and Amazons lifestyle,' says property agent Hugh Maconochie, director in the Country House Department at Savills.
'Marrying period charm with the convenience of 21st century living, Rectory Farm House provides the opportunity to entertain on a grand scale. It is a perfect country retreat for those seeking the private edge of a village estate, hidden from view. During his time here, Sir Michael Caine added extensively to the property and planted many of the specimen trees to be found in the grounds.'
The reception area makes excellent use of color, with opposing blue and orange seats, robin's egg blue-painted walls, and a contemporary, glass and gold coffee table. The striped bench seating is a practical built-in feature.
Shop the contemporary English country-style sitting room edit
This wood-framed, blue velvet couch combines texture with functionality – it pulls out into a bed!
This gingham pillow would look great layered with other prints, patterns and colors. This buffalo check accent pillow offers a fresh pop of color with timeless appeal that will enrich any look.
This timeless design adds some contemporary flair to any living room with its glass base and gold accents.
The living room bleeds into the dining room, with vaulted ceilings and sage green-painted walls giving the space a grand yet rustic feel.
The cocktail area is giving us some home bar ideas, with its cubby-style shelves and under cabinet lighting providing fantastic visibility for liquor and glassware.
The modern kitchen provides ample room for food prep with its large island, while glass-front cabinets give the space an Old Money feel.
This bedroom, meanwhile, is moody and elegant with dark-red painted walls, a red Persian rug, and modern pendant lighting.
The living area makes the case for wallpaper, which has a subtle print that adds just the right amount of visual interest to the neutral space. Built-in bookshelves on either side and a leather ottoman make the room feel cozy and lounge-worthy.
It's clear we are in the former home of an actor after seeing the custom cinema room. With plush, purple sofas and a large screen, this space is made for luxury movie-watching.
The pool and jacuzzi are clearly spectacular, with a Victorian-style glass pavilion enclosing the area.
Sir Michael Caine's former home is listed with Hugh Maconochie and Victoria Knight at Savills.
