Church House Church Lane | | | DY12 2UH CHURCH HOUSE

A six bedroom detached house with an arboretum garden and separate annexe space. Church House was built in 1976, the property itself is 4,830sq. ft including an attached garage which has been renovated into an annexe and gym space. The property is located along a quiet lane and is approached through private gates leading onto a spacious driveway. The popular town of Bewdley is located a few miles away offering river walks, pubs and local amenities.

Ground Floor The property is accessed through a pillared entrance porch into a reception hallway. There is a downstairs cloakroom and sitting room with glass sliding doors to an outside patio. The kitchen is L-shaped featuring an Aga, breakfast area and adjoined utility room. The kitchen leads through a lobby to a formal dining room. There is a split-level drawing room with views across the Worcestershire Countryside.

First Floor The first floor is configured of six bedrooms and afamily bathroom. The main bedroom suite has triple aspect windows showcasing the outside scenery. There are four generous double bedrooms and a single bedroom currently being used as a home office.

Seller Insight

The impressive large dwelling has been the home for Sandra and her family since 1976. Located within the Georgian riverside town of Bewdley and set in an elevated position, along a quiet lane, and just minutes from the centre of the town, which is bordered by the Wyre Forest. is only three miles away, with Birmingham being an easy journey of twenty-two miles.

“We were out for a relaxed Sunday afternoon drive and caught sight of a ‘for sale’ sign outside what was then a small property but in an amazing location and setting. We stopped the car and my husband immediately remarked on its fabulous position and what enormous potential it had; he immediately decided that we should purchase it. Within a few weeks we moved to live here with our seven year old son. Using the skills of a renowned architect, we delighted in the task of designing our new home, particularly the interior with a layout specifically to suit our family life. The house evolved over a short period of time to become what has been a magnificent family home, especially as our numbers increased. Sadly, my husband has passed away, and the house is now much too large for me and I wish to move to a smaller property.”

“During the renovation, we did not hold back on any part; quality materials and fixtures were utilised and which, as years have gone by, have been replaced with products equal to our original high specifications. Each room enjoys large amounts of glazing which enables natural daylight to flood our home, and also provides us with fabulous outlooks in all directions. My welcoming kitchen has been the hub of family life and is where everyone gravitates to catch up with news. It is a fabulous house in which to share with friends and family, and there have been so many happy events and celebrations over the years.”

“The landscaped garden has matured beautifully throughout the years with many areas in which to enjoy quiet relaxation or al fresco dining. It is also a garden in which children can play hide and seek, and play in safety and freedom.”

“Now is the time for another family to experience the qualitative lifestyle which my family have enjoyed so much, and we will take away just so many happy memories of our time spent here.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Outside Attached to Church House is a garage which has been converted into an annexe space with an additional bedroom. This is currently being used as a gym. To the front of the property is a detached double garage and front garden. To the rear of the property is a terrace and patio space boasting views of The Clent Hills. There is a large arboretum garden with a separate gated access.

LOCATION

Church House lies along a quiet lane, situated in the North West of Worcestershire that comes under the jurisdiction of the Council. This is a sparsely populated yet thriving rural community lying only 2 miles to the West of the historic Georgian riverside town of Bewdley and 6 miles South of the ancient town of Cleobury Mortimer, in the neighbouring county of Shropshire.

The Wyre Forest is on the doorstep of Church House offering acres of forestry and countryside. This idyllic corner of is dotted with public footpaths, bridleways, local public houses and “Gastro” pubs, including The Manor Arms at Abberley, The Talbot at Newnham Bridge (9 miles) and The Crown and Sandys at Ombersley (12 miles).

There is Hopley Farm Shop on the outskirts of Bewdley (0.7 miles). There is a wider range of shopping and professional services in the town of Bewdley itself including small supermarkets, selection of pubs and restaurants, bakery, butchers and pharmacy.

This beautiful country home sits only 5.6 miles West of Kidderminster, 23 miles from Central Birmingham, 22 miles from Wolverhampton, 37 miles from Hereford, 29 miles from Telford and 38 miles from Shrewsbury.

Birmingham is a city of international importance, both commercially and culturally, as defined by its magnificent Library, Town Hall and Symphony Hall; the home of The Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.

The County Town and Cathedral City of Worcester, lying on the banks of The , is some 16 miles South East providing for high street and boutique shopping, and characterised by one of England’s great Cathedrals, its Racecourse, County Cricket Ground, Premiership Rugby Club, Racecourse and University.

The (accessed via J5 at Wychbold, Droitwich, or J6 at North Worcester) provides for ready access to the South West, including Cheltenham and its Racecourse (43), Gloucester (46 miles) and Bristol (80 miles). The M42, accessed via , and the M5, accessed at Halesowen (18 miles), also offer access to Birmingham International Airport (42 miles) and the North. Road travel to London (137) is best via the M40 or M6/M1, both accessible from the M42.

The newly opened Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station (21 miles), situated to the east of Worcester, off Junction 7 of the M5, is also intended to increase the capacity to London as well as reduced journey times. This will have a significant impact on Worcestershire’s accessibility to the Capital and other regional centres.

If education is a priority then Worcestershire is blessed with an enviable mix of schooling at all levels, including a variety of independent establishments, allowing parents to select the right environment for their children’s needs. These include Bromsgrove School (18 miles), Malvern College (23 miles), The Kings Schools (including Kings Hawford and Kings St Albans) and Royal Grammar Schools (including The Grange and Springfield) at Worcester, Winterfold House School at Chaddesley Corbett (12 miles), Heathfield School at Wolverley (9 miles), and Abberley Hall Preparatory School close by.

• Freehold • Annexe • Six bedroom detached country home • Detached double garage • Arboretum garden • Outdoor entertaining area • Rural location • Private gateway • Principal suite

Services Mains water Electricity and drainage connected Oil tank WiFi connectivity

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Wyre Forest District Council Council Tax Band G

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