Westbourne House, 6 Dunstall Court Croome D’Abitot | Severn Stoke | | WR8 9AZ WESTBOURNE HOUSE

Dunstall Court is a collection of seven individual properties situated in a courtyard setting within the grounds of Croome Court and Croome Landscape Park. This stunning historic conversion, originally the designed coach house for the ’s Georgian Mansion House, dates back to 1750 and enjoys access to the 750 acres of landscape gardens. Entering Croome Court through the imposing London Arch designed by Robert Adam, all that can be seen are acres of beautiful parkland and in the distance, the long ridge of the . It is only after travelling some way along the drive that Dunstall Court and the Mansion House itself comes magnificently into view.

Ground Floor Impressive glazed entrance through the original carriage archway into a large Dining Hall with limestone floor and stunning double doors on both sides with original glazing features above. Built in under stairs storage cupboard and modern cloakroom WC. One set of double doors lead in to the recently fitted ultra-modern kitchen/dining room, with exposed brick wall and limestone floor. It has a stunning central island with quartz tops and built in Neff Induction hob with an integral filtered extractor, wine cooler and integrated bins. This stylish grey gloss kitchen has an abundance of additional Neff built in appliances including coffee machine, two double ovens, microwave combi oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, Bosch washing machine and a lovely tea and coffee area, extra deep under counter sink, again all finished with matching quartz tops. Lovely dining area under the large arch window compliments the room beautifully. The attention to detail is outstanding, the added lighting effects and vertical radiators really make this a kitchen of dreams.

Double doors lead from the Dining Hall into the large Sitting Room. Recently fitted oak floorboards with a feature contemporary wood burner set on a glass plinth. The Georgian ceiling heights really draw the eyes up to the beautiful detailing and again another large arched window adds to the grand feel of the room.

Seller Insight

Situated at the heart of the Croome Estate is this beautiful Grade II Listed family home, which benefits from having access to over seven hundred and fifty acres of spectacular parkland, originally designed by England’s finest landscape architect, Capability Brown. “I’d say that we’d probably viewed twenty plus properties before we came across Westbourne House, but the minute I laid eyes on it I wanted it,” says the owner. “I love fine architecture and this house, having been designed by Robert Adam, is just beautiful. It’s actually the original coach house so it’s the central property in the old converted stables, and it features the huge archway where the coaches would have entered, which has been transformed into the most beautiful front entrance. It’s a very handsome looking building and inside it’s every bit as impressive as it is from the outside.”

“The conversion was done very sympathetically so you can really see the history of the place, which for me was another huge bonus. The rooms on the second floor feature incredible exposed oak beams and on the ground floor we have the most stunning and large arched Georgian windows, which are almost floor to ceiling. However, it’s very much a modern home. The layout creates a family area, a living area and a dining area, but they all connect via double doors so you can still create that open feeling if required. We have refurbished the bathrooms; a stunning new kitchen was added just six months ago and we upgraded the flooring throughout. It’s now a really beautiful modern home, but one with lots of character and it’s encased within this stunning period shell.”

“As well as two private outside areas, we also have access to the acres of this spectacular Capability parkland, thirty of which cannot be accessed by the general public. We can wander the grounds whether the main house is open or not, and one of the best things about it is the fact that we can enjoy it 365 days a year but not have the headache of looking after it. It’s been a wonderful environment for our daughter, a real oasis, and we have the added peace of mind of knowing that everything we might want or need is within very easy reach.”

“The kitchen/breakfast room is a very sociable space, and absolutely stunning since we had the new kitchen fitted. It’s obviously a very functional part of the house, but we’ve designed it in such a way that we can be together, whether preparing food or simply relaxing, but never get the feeling of being on top of one another.”

“The location is fantastic. We have two railway stations nearby so it’s a great base for a commuter, and I can drive into Birmingham in under an hour or Worcester in twenty minutes so everything is easily accessed. However, at the end of the day, when I drive through London Arch, I immediately feel miles from everything and everyone. The sheer beauty of the place still blows me away, even after fifteen years of living here.”

“It’s been an absolute privilege to live here, in a house designed by one of the most important British architects and surroundings designed by ‘England’s greatest gardener’. In fact, within the grounds is a little church that was designed by Robert Adam and we were granted permission for our daughter to be christened there, which was the first christening to be held there for one hundred years. It’s things like that that have made our time here so very special.”

“We’ve relished living in such a beautiful home and being able to enjoy such spectacular surroundings so it’s going to be such a wrench to leave,” says the owner. “However, our daughter has developed a passion for horses and so we need the space to keep a pony at home. In terms of what we’ll miss, there’s just so much. It’s a place quite unlike any other.”

* 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.

First Floor Stairs up to the first floor are fitted with a sisal runner and stair rods. The Galleried landing tiling and fittings include a standalone bath, and a double sized glazed shower with tiled area has steps down to a mezzanine study set in the upper part of the glazed carriage floors and walls, vertical radiator, WC and an exposed brick wall. Bedroom Two has archway with fitted shutters and a wooden floor. This provides views over the courtyard fitted wardrobes, Amtico floor and an en-suite tiled shower room with hand basin, WC, and beyond. The Main Suite has fitted wardrobes and wooden floors. There is a luxurious shower and heated towel rail. Airing cupboard housing water tank. en-suite bathroom with double vanity unit and an illuminated mirror above. Porcelanosa

Second Floor Large landing with sisal flooring and exposed beams which is currently used as a playroom. Bedroom Three with en-suite shower room and exposed beams. Bedroom Four with en-suite shower room, wooden floor, exposed beams and fitted cupboards and Porcelanosa Bathroom

Outside Westbourne House benefits from a lovely courtyard, with dining and seating areas, as well as a small gated communal lawned garden with direct access to the 750 acres of Landscape gardens. It has one parking space in front of the property, as well as a single garage in a separate garage block with additional parking for guests.

The private gated entrance gives a sense of privacy to all residents and being part of a National Trust park owners also benefit from guest passes for themselves and their visitors for Croome. The private gardens and grounds in the resident only areas are beautifully maintained by the owner’s management company, with very reasonable bi annual maintenance charges.

CROOME D’ABITOT

Westbourne House lies within the ancient settlement of Croome D’Abitot in South Worcestershire. This magnificent estate sits only 5 miles to the East of Upton-upon-Severn, famous for its festivals, marina and gastro pubs, and 6 miles to the West of the Historic market Town of Pershore, defined by its Abbey, boutique shopping and annual plum festival.

The County Town and Cathedral City of Worcester, lying on the banks of The River Severn, is some 8 miles North providing for high street shopping and characterised by one of England’s great Cathedrals, its Racecourse, County Cricket Ground, Premiership Rugby Club, Racecourse and University.

The neighbouring village of Defford, which gives its name to the airfield synonymous with the invention of the radar, provides for a local pub, sailing on the River Avon and active village hall. Whilst Cheltenham and its Racecourse, some 21 miles to the South, is within easy reach for days out and high-end shopping. Westbourne House is well placed for ready access to the North Cotswolds and Broadway (19 miles) as well as Stratford-upon-Avon (26 miles) and Great Malvern (12 miles).

The M5 motorway (accessed via J1 of The M50 or J7 at South Worcester) provides for ready access to Birmingham and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas as well as Birmingham International Airport (43 miles) and the M40. London (132) is best accessed by the M5 South which also provides for commuting to Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bristol (58 miles).

The newly opened Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station, 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.

Services Mains water and electricity, communal private drainage system and communal LPG tank, with private meter for central heating. Broadband and telephone are connected. A new Worcester Bosch Boiler was fitted in 2019.

There is a maintenance charge of £700 per annum, paid in two instalments, one in January and one in July. This covers sewage, gardening and maintenance of all communal areas, with any excess going into a sinking fund.

Tenure & Possession The property is sold Freehold

Local Authority Council Council Tax Band G

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