Watlington, Oxfordshire
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is Raymond Blanc’s Michelin-starred restaurant in a 15th century manor house-turned-hotel. Only a short drive away, in another of the villages that borders the Chilterns area of outstanding natural beauty, is this late 19th century cottage with its own foodie heritage. The Grade II-listed three-bedroom home has exposed brickwork, low timber beams and inglenook fireplaces, and was converted from the restaurant Martha’s Kitchen. Just off the high street, it has parking for three cars. £435,000. Allen & Harris, 01491 835 135