Tardebigge | Worcestershire | B60 1LL

Longbarns Hewell Lane | Tardebigge | Worcestershire | B60 1LL

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A substantial four bedroom barn conversion with stunning views and a wealth of character features.

Longbarns Cover.indd 4 07/03/2019 15:33 Longbarns Pages.indd 1 07/03/2019 15:31 Longbarns is an idyllically situated large detached barn conversion with exceptional views across the Worcestershire countryside, as far reaching as the Malvern Hills. Converted to a residential barn in 1987, the property benefits from four bedrooms in the main house and a further separate two bedroom annexe in the courtyard. Beautifully landscaped gardens consisting of 2 paddocks equivalent to approximately 10 acres that are found at the rear of the property.

Accommodation Summary

Ground Floor • Entrance Hall with stone tiled floor and cloaks cupboard • Spacious Lounge with log burner • Separate Dining Room leading to a generous Conservatory • Well proportioned Kitchen with an Aga, secondary electric ovens, induction hob, built in fridge and space for a dishwasher • Utility Room with sink, boiler, storage cupboards and space for a washing machine • Study/Bedroom Four with En Suite Shower Room

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Converted by the present owners in 1987 from a courtyard of old farm buildings, Longbarns is a unique and very beautiful home that enjoys a glorious rural location on the outskirts of the thriving town of Bromsgrove. “My wife and I had always had a hankering to convert a barn, and when we happened upon this particular property some thirty years ago, everything just fell into place,” says the owner. “We’d been looking for the right project for quite some time, but what really sold this property to us was its quite exceptional setting. It’s tucked away at the end of a long, private driveway and enjoys a lovely open aspect, so we’re afforded the most magnificent views towards Shropshire, Wales and Gloucestershire.”

“What we particularly like about barn conversions is the fact that they always have such a super feeling of space, and in Longbarns, although the layout is quite traditional – separate dining room, separate kitchen, separate living room – each space boasts wonderful proportions. There’s also a lovely flow from room to room and the main living areas have a very open feel, which is a layout that is comfortable for everyday living and superb for entertaining. When designing the property, we also wanted to take advantage of this glorious setting so we’ve added a lovely big conservatory, which looks out across the grounds and the quite spectacular countryside beyond. We can sit in there no matter what the weather and just soak in these lovely surroundings.”

“The accommodation is arranged around a large gravel courtyard, which was key for us as it means we’re in no way overlooked, and we benefit from having around eleven acres of private gardens and grounds,” continues the owner. “Beyond the conservatory we have a slightly raised patio terrace where we can sit and admire the tremendous views, there’s also a pretty pond and then the rest of the garden, which extends to around an acre, is mainly laid to lawn and edged with mature shrubs, trees and hedging. It’s such a pretty space, and superb for summer entertaining, it’s even provided the most beautiful backdrop to four weddings.”

“The sitting room is a lovely part of the house,” says the owner. “It’s very bright and spacious and it’s a fantastic room for a party. On Boxing Day we entertained around eighty guests in there.”

“The views from the house are green for as far as the eye can see, so it’s often hard to believe that we’re so close to civilization,” says the owner. “We’re just a couple of miles from the M42, three miles from two mainline stations, we can be in Bromsgrove in under ten minutes and both Stratford and Birmingham in just over half an hour. So, we’re by no means isolated.”

* 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.

Longbarns Pages.indd 4 07/03/2019 15:31 Longbarns Pages.indd 5 07/03/2019 15:31 The main house was fashioned out of the principal barn and we also created an annexe in a separate outbuilding,” says the owner. “It has two bedrooms and a bathroom, and it’s provided very comfortable accommodation for visiting guests.”

Longbarns Pages.indd 6 07/03/2019 15:31 Longbarns Pages.indd 7 07/03/2019 15:32 Longbarns Pages.indd 8 07/03/2019 15:32 First Floor • Master Bedroom, Dressing Area with built in wardrobes and En-suite Bathroom • Bedroom Two with exposed beams • Bedroom Three with exposed beams • Family Bathroom which has recently been renovated

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Longbarns Pages.indd 12 07/03/2019 15:32 Outside Formal gardens of approximately one acre include an ornamental pond, mature trees and The property is approached via a long tree lined driveway into a gravelled courtyard with well stocked borders. The current owners have raised beds and a greenhouse for the a turning circle and parking for several vehicles. The detached double car port has a handy keen gardener. There are a further two large fields which equate approximately to 10 storage area and a workshop with a door leading to the two bedroom annexe. acres and acessed via a gateway along the drive.

Longbarns Pages.indd 13 07/03/2019 15:32 Longbarns Pages.indd 14 07/03/2019 15:32 The barn has been everything we hoped it would be and we’ve been extremely happy here for the past thirty two years,” says the owner. “But in terms of what we’ll miss most, it will be those tremendous views.”

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Longbarns is conveniently located in Tardebigge, just a few miles from the village of Barnt Green and the market towns of Bromsgrove and Redditch. Train stations are only 5 – 10 minutes drive, as are Doctors surgeries, Dentists, shops, gyms and plenty of country pubs and restaurants. The market town of Bromsgrove, lying to the North, is equally well served with busy commercial and retail outlets centred on its pedestrianised High Street. Droitwich Spa provides for most daily needs with supermarkets, including Waitrose, a thriving precinct and high street with a mix of large brands, cafes, public houses and boutique shopping.

If education is a priority, in addition to the primary school, the independent sector is well served with Bromsgrove School retaining a reputation of international repute. Further afield, highly regarded schools may be found in Worcester including The Royal Grammar School and King’s School. The King Edward Schools are within the Birmingham conurbation.

Train stations may be found at Droitwich, Bromsgrove and Worcester (the new Worcester Parkway railway station, which will offer improved access and capacity to London, is under construction). The new electrified line from Bromsgrove offers fast access to Birmingham City Centre.

The motorway network may also be accessed at Droitwich (M5 junction 5) for travel Southwards to Cheltenham, Gloucester and the South West peninsula and North onto Birmingham, The Black Country and M6 motorway. The M42 may be accessed at Bromsgrove for onward travel to Birmingham International Airport, M1 North and M40 South East to London.

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Local Authority Bromsgrove District Council Council Tax Band G

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01905 678111.

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

Longbarns Pages.indd 18 07/03/2019 15:32 Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 08.03.2019

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