Russetts is a Grade-II listed, three-bedroom cottage in Roke, near Wallingford, right.

The detached property, which dates back to the 15th century, has many original features including exposed timbers and stonework plus flagstone floors.

The sitting room and family room both have working inglenook fireplaces and there is a separate dining room and two staircases.

The garden is a quarter of an acre and includes lawns, a garage, detached studio with a wood-burning stove and a summer house.

Another period property with a garden office is an 18th-century house in Chipping Norton, far right.

Originally The Ship and Anchor public house, it includes a living room with wood burner and what agents believe was once a bread oven, plus a separate snug/study.

There are three double bedrooms on the first floor and a master bedroom ensuite above.

The house still has many original features including window seats, exposed timbers, open fireplaces and a beer cellar.

A timber building in the walled, landscaped gardens with double glazing, power and lighting is used by the owners as a workspace.

Russetts in Roke is on the market for £599,950. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact agents Savills on 01491 843026 or visit savills.com Number 3, Spring Street, Chipping Norton is on the market for £410,000. For more information, contact agents Cridlands on 01869 3435600 or visit cridlands.co.uk