Oakey Farmhouse

HARESFIELD - SO 71 SE 3/180 Oakey Farmhouse II Farmhouse. Core probably of C15, enlarged to west and south in C16, partially remodelled 1794. Core timber-framed with 2 large pairs of true crucks, faced in brick with triple Roman tiles. Main connecting range in random coursed rubble stone to east but brick faced to south and west, slate roof, brick end and ridge stacks. South wing also in brick with very large stepped ashlar external stack with moulded cornice. U-shape, 2 storeys with attic to long centre range. Scattered fenestration, mostly C19 and C20 casements. Nearly central gabled dormer has 2 small 4-pane casements. Chamfered stone doorway to right below with C20 vertical battened door and flat stone hood on consoles. West side has mainly 3-light wood casements probably of 1794 and plain unfluted columned porch, door of 4 beaded panels and one wide glazed panel at top. Interior has large timber bressumer fireplace in north of main range with C20 partial insertion, and chamfered and stopped compartmented ceilings in same range. Wreathed and ramped turned baluster stair in hall. Large external stack has chamfered stone fireplace of C16 on ground floor.

Listing NGR: SO7758311191