Stockton House
Stockton • Worcester • Worcestershire
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Worcester 14 miles, Tenbury Wells 9 miles, Kidderminster 12 miles Droitwich Spa 14 miles, Hereford 25 miles, Wolverhampton 30 miles Birmingham 31 miles, Cheltenham 40 miles, Shrewsbury 42 miles (All mileages are approximate) Chilton House A BEAUTIFUL WILLIAM & MARY HOUSE 37 Foregate Street IN THE STUNNING TEME VALLEY. Worcester WR1 3EE Contact: George Pickard Tel : +44 7769 292 611 Four reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen, utility, study, snug, cellar. Tel: 0330 024 3000 [email protected] Nine bedrooms and five bathrooms, lovely mature gardens, wonderful views. andrew-grant.co.uk Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice Two paddocks, extensive parking. on the last page of the text. Description Stockton House is a beautiful William & Mary house situated in the stunning Teme Valley. Having four reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen, utility, study, cellar, nine bedrooms and five bathrooms this is the perfect family home. The property also benefits from lovely mature gardens, wonderful views, two paddocks and extensive parking to the side and front of the house. Stockton House is a superb Grade II Listed property staircase to the first floor. The sitting room, library dating back to 1690 with some later additions. and dining room all lead from the reception hall. The The main part of the property has beautiful Dutch panelled, dual-aspect sitting room makes a wonderful curvilinear gables. family space, with original marble fireplace and log A gated drive leads up from the quiet lane reaching burning stove. hardstanding to the front and side of the property The room has shuttered sash windows on two providing very ample parking. elevations and a period skirting radiator. The large Steps with wrought iron railing lead up to the period dining room has French doors leading to the drinks front door with glazed fanlight. lawn and a large window to the rear with a shutter and a box window seat. The original marble surround Ground Floor: The spacious entrance hall boasts hosts a Clearview stove. restored, original floorboards and a handsome wooden The library has a large sash window framed by a lovely Wisteria, a marble fireplace with slate hearth and lined in part with bookshelves. There are beautiful views to the mature garden. A useful study or playroom leads from the library and from this an inner hallway leads to the laundry/boot room and, via a short flight of stairs, to a magnificent galleried drawing room which is currently used as an exceptionally generous double study. The drawing room has a full-height vaulted ceiling with a wonderful exposed timber frame. A spiral staircase leads up to the galleried mezzanine which currently houses a pool table. This room has four full-length sash windows, a semi-glazed door to the side and a fabulous log burner.
The large farmhouse kitchen has a wonderful four-oven Aga built into an alcove with a superb oak lintel above, extensive handpainted floor and wall units with oak work surfaces, a gas hob, double Belfast-style sink, quarry-tiled floor and space for a dishwasher and a freestanding fridge freezer. There are fine exposed beams and exposed original timber framing. The L-shaped back hallway leads out from the kitchen to the spacious downstairs cloakroom and on to the back door which in turn opens onto the rear courtyard and garden. On the opposite side of the kitchen is the laundry with plumbing for a washing machine and excellent shelving/storage. A door leads from the kitchen down to the cellar and a second door opens to the rear stairs which lead up to the rear hall of the first floor.
First Floor Accommodation: The main staircase sweeps up to windows to the front and side of the house with beautiful Second Floor Accommodation: Stairs lead up from the rear the first floor and the curving banisters enclose the landing. A views to the gardens. Bedroom three has restored oak flooring, hallway to the second floor which has four further bedrooms, a beautiful sash window floods the space with light. On the first windows to the side and rear, a large built-in wardrobe and a bathroom, a box room and a large, vaulted landing with exposed floor are five double bedrooms, three of which are en suite. useful pedestal washbasin. Bedroom four is a smaller double timbers. A door gives access to an inbuilt ‘tank’ room. Bedroom room with exposed timber, perfect for a nursery. Bedroom five nine is the smallest of the bedrooms and has a built-in cupboard. The large master bedroom has a pretty period fireplace, restored has exposed timbers and two large windows overlooking the rear This room sits at the top of the stairs next to the box room which oak flooring and huge, hand painted fitted wardrobes which garden, a large en suite shower room and large, handmade, fitted houses the boiler supplying water and heating to the second provide excellent storage. There is a spacious en suite with bath. wardrobe. There is a spacious rear hallway. floor and has space for linen storage. Bedrooms six, seven and The view from the bedroom is expansive, looking out to distant eight are all large double rooms that lead off from the spacious fields and woods with a view of Stanford Bridge Church, half The family bathroom has limestone flooring with underfloor landing. Bedroom six is particularly impressive. These rooms all way up the hill. Bedroom two has restored oak flooring, a heating, a huge bath, shower, pedestal sink, heated towel rail and have newly fitted, period style radiators. walk-in closet and en suite shower room. This room has WC. There is a large storage/airing cupboard. The bathroom has travertine tiling and a large shower, pedestal sink, heated towel rail and WC. The second floor provides spacious and tranquil accommodation with beautiful, far reaching views from all bedrooms. Further storage can be found in the four large, half-height, boarded cupboards under the eaves. Gardens & Grounds The beautiful mature gardens with magnificent specimen trees surround the house. A fenced wildlife pond is another charming feature. Snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells abound between the trees in spring. To the immediate rear of the house is a flagstone and brick paved courtyard leading on to a lawn with raised vegetable beds and a large wooden run (shared by a tortoise and a rabbit). The dining room doors lead out, down several brick steps, onto the drinks lawn; a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the view with friends and family and an excellent spot for barbecues and summer dining. Steps lead down from the gravel drive to the main lawn at the bottom of which a gate leads to two paddocks, one of which has an attractive field shelter. This is split into two paddocks one of which has an attractive field shelter/stable with running water and a fenced, part-concrete, part hard-core/rubber-matted hardstanding area. The top paddock is fully fenced for donkeys. The lower paddock has gated access to the lane. A small brook runs along the farthest boundary of the field. Nearer the house is a traditional wood and glass greenhouse and there are several useful sheds in the grounds. The large full-height garage adjoins the house, as does a further outbuilding which would make a perfect gym, workshop or store. A backdoor through the rear garden wall leads to a small area for services such as the oil tanks and bins. There is a pedestrian access to the lane via a small gate. Stockton House has been much improved by the current owners. In addition to the internal renovation, both the main house and the drawing room/garage/outbuildings have been recently re-roofed to an excellent standard with reclaimed materials. At the same time, the house has had roof insulation for the first time in its 300-year history and significant works have been undertaken to re-point the property in traditional lime mortar and to renovate the lead valleys and the cast iron gutters and drainpipes.
Situation This splendid period property is located within the Parish of Stockton-on-Teme in the magnificent landscape of the Teme Valley, surely one of England’s best kept secrets and substantially designated as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. The Parish is bound on the south west by the river itself. Sourced in the hills of mid-Wales, the River Teme meanders its path into England and culminates in the River Severn south of Worcester. The pride and joy of the community is the lovely eleventh century parish church of St Andrews. The climate in the valley floor is ideal for growing hops. Stockton-on-Teme is very well placed for ready access to a number of important regional centres. Worcester to the south east (14 miles) Birmingham city centre lies to the north east (31 miles), Wolverhampton to the north east (30 miles), Hereford to the south west (25 miles), Cheltenham (40 miles) and Shrewsbury to the north west (42 miles). Closer to home for more daily requirements, there are local shops at Stanford Bridge (1 mile) and Abberley (2 miles), Stourport-on-Severn (9 miles), Tenbury Wells (9 miles) and Droitwich Spa (12 miles). (All mileages are approximate.) For access to the national rail network there are frequent services from Worcester’s three stations (including the city’s new Parkway station), Droitwich Spa and Kidderminster (adjacent to the Severn Valley Railway Station). Access to the M5 North can be made at Wychbold (16 miles) or Worcester for onward travel to the south west Peninsula and Bristol. London is 137 miles and Birmingham International Airport 41 miles. The county town of Worcester is the site of the final battle of the English Civil War dissected by the River Severn, and identified by a heady mix of historic buildings, including its ancient cathedral and magnificent guildhall. If education is a priority then Worcester 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. Stockton House is in the fortuitous location of being in the catchment area for the highly regarded The Chantry School at Martley. In the independent sector, Abberley Hall Preparatory School is just 2 miles away and Winterfold House Preparatory School is at Chaddesley Corbett. In addition, both The Kings Schools and Royal Grammar Schools may be found at Worcester, Bromsgrove School at Bromsgrove and Malvern College and Malvern St James (girls) at Great Malvern. The University of Worcester also continues to expand and the county town is increasingly recognised for its status as a focal point for higher education. The iconic library has, in recent years, added to the dynamic city landscape. The area is well served with destination pubs, of which The Bell at Pensax (1.5 miles) is particularly well noted as is the Baiting House (2.8 miles) at Sapey. The Bridge (pub in walking distance) has just undergone refurbishment. The Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb (4.5 miles) is one of the oldest motorsport venues on the planet. Approximate Gross Internal Area: Main house: 676 sq m / 7278 sq ft Garage & gym: 54 sq m / 586 sq ft Total: 730 sq m / 7864 sq ft For identification purposes only. Not to scale.
N E Coach House Gym 6.23 x 5.74 5.80 x 2.86 20'5" x 18'10" 19'0" x 9'5"
W S
Drawing Room 8.36 x 6.09 Utility Bedroom 5 Bedroom 4 5.13 x 3.78 3.80 x 2.97 27'5" x 20'0" 3.87 x 3.59 Kitchen/ 16'10" x 12'5" 12'6" x 9'9" (Maximum) 12'8" x 11'9" Breakfast Room Dining Room Bedroom 3 5.75 x 5.65 5.85 x 4.73 5.88 x 4.69 18'10" x 18'6" 19'2" x 15'6" 19'3" x 15'5" (Maximum)
F/P
Ground FLoor Study/ Playroom 3.33 x 3.20 10'11" x 10'6" Library Sitting Room 5.65 x 5.60 5.48 x 4.45 Bedroom 1 5.84 x 5.82 Bedroom 2 F/P 18'6" x 18'4" 18'0" x 14'7" 7.56 x 3.17 19'2" x 19'1" 4.59 x 4.49 24'10" x 10'5" 15'1" x 14'9" (Maximum) F/P F/P
5.45 x 2.67 First FLoor 17'11" x 8'9" 4.75 x 4.27 15'7" x 14'0" Boiler Room 2.74 x 1.80 Bedroom 9 9'0" x 5'11" Bedroom 7 6.17 x 3.46 3.72 x 3.05 4.39 x 3.70 20'3" x 11'4" 12'2" x 10'0" 14'5" x 12'2" Sky Sky
5.50 x 3.16 5.50 x 4.32 Room 18'1" x 10'4" 18'1" x 14'2" Loft Floor above Dr awing Room Void Tank
Bedroom 6 7.85 x 3.14 Bedroom 8 5.69 x 3.55 25'9" x 10'4" 4.39 x 3.54 Cellar 18'8" x 11'8" 14'5" x 11'7"
second FLoor General Remarks and Stipulations
Viewing Strictly by appointment with the joint agents.
Services Electricity, mains water, oil, LPG gas, full-fibre broadband (speeds of up to 910 Mb/s available) & private drainage (septic tank).
Tenure Freehold
Local Authority Malvern Hills District Council
Council Tax Band H
Method of Sale Private treaty.
Fixtures and Fittings By negotiation.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way The septic tank and the costs of maintenance are shared with the neighbouring cottage which used to form part of the Stockton House estate. Electricity cables cross the fields and come up through an enclosed area of the garden but are well screened from the house. The neighbouring cottage has right of access to carry out repairs to its wall along the boundary by the oil tank & bins. Such services area is entirely screened from Stockton House by a tall garden wall. Important Notice Plans Savills, Andrew Grant and their clients give notice that: For identification purpose only. Not to scale. Measurements: Any areas, 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property, either here or elsewhere, either measurements or distances are approximate. on their own behalf or on behalf of their clients or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statements that are made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representation of facts. Planning & Building Regulations 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Savills or Andrew Grant have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. building regulation or other consents. Brochure prepared July 2020. Photos taken Feburary and June 2018 Services, etc 20/07/16 AM Savills and Andrew Grant have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.