Contemporary style meets 18th-century grandeur in an architect-designed conversion.

The two-storey property spans half of Kirtlington Park’s east wing which once housed the mansion’s kitchens.

The main house is a single dwelling but both wings are sub-divided into a number of units.

The living space of number 2 East Wing, which has a guide price of £1.175m, includes a sitting room, three bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a dining room/hall, kitchen and study/guest room.

It has a private garden with car parking space for two or more cars. Architect and photographer Eric Schneider and his wife Hilary bought number 2 in 1993 and set about re-desigining and refurbishing it.

Mr Schneider said: “We were aiming for a timeless but contemporary look. The main challenge was how to reorientate our half of the wing around the walled courtyard and add a new timber and glass extension while retaining architectural integrity.”

Mrs Schneider said: “I have always loved the elegance of Palladian architecture. So we were very lucky when the opportunity came along for us to live in such a beautiful place as Kirtlington Park.

“When we first saw No. 2 East Wing it was totally derelict inside. Only the Georgian exterior was intact.”

Mr Schneider added: “The house is flooded with light and this emphasises the elegant proportions of all the rooms.

“Downstairs, the rooms all face onto the private walled courtyard. It is a perfect house for entertaining. We can seat 12 at the large table in the hall with a view through the dramatic circular window.

“It’s also the perfect setting for summer parties. With the French windows open, guests can easily wander back and forth between the house and the courtyard which really catches the sun.”

Kirtlington Park was built by James Gibbs in 1742 for former MP and High Sheriff of Oxfordshire Sir James Dashwood and the park was landscaped by Capability Brown.

For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact agents Fine & Country on 0845 3900011 or visit the website fineandcountry.com