Besford | Worcestershire | WR8 9LZ APARTMENT 3

Apartment 3 20 Besford Court Estate | Besford | Worcestershire | WR8 9LZ APARTMENT 3

Located just off the north west tip of the Cotswold Area of Natural Beauty, a few miles south of Worcester, sits stunning Besford Court, the last great gothic English country house which was never occupied. Grade II listed and built around 1500, more recent times have seen a stunning and sympathetic redevelopment to offer eight luxury apartments which perfectly marry the practicalities of modern living with the charm of period living.

This exceptional, historical timber framed home forms part of the beautiful Besford Court Estate, a magnificent Grade II* Listed country Manor House that is enveloped by 35 acres of spectacular grounds which includes stunning formal gardens, a communal tennis court, a community hall and extensive open spaces. Apartment 3 is a three bedroom, two bathroom residence, set in the breath taking timber framed wing. Accommodation summary Apartment 3 is accessed through a beautiful oval vestibule leading into the striking Sitting Room. There is an impressive vaulted ceiling, open fireplace, and leaded windows looking out onto the grounds. Adjoining this room is the inner hallway with a door leading into the utility room, fitted with larder fridge and freezer, washer dryer, butlers sink and cupboards with granite worktops. Also in this room is the WC and hand basin. Continuing along the hallway you enter the Kitchen Breakfast Room, which can only be described as luxurious, fitted with a Clive Christian bespoke kitchen. No expense has been spared with the integrated appliances, including a Miele coffee machine, dishwasher, microwave and wine cooler, with a fabulous Wolf range cooker, all topped off with granite worksurfaces, this is truly a dream kitchen. A door from the Kitchen leads into the large dining room, which also has a sitting area with an open fireplace and two beautiful leaded windows, one with an incredible panelled wooden surround and shutters. Another door opens out onto a roof terrace for alfresco dining or simply a place to relax and enjoy drinks in the sun. Seller Insight

Besford Court, both inside and out, is extremely beautiful, from the character of the building to the impeccably kept grounds and views across to The Malvern Hills. The sense of peace, tranquillity and feeling of calm is really quite remarkable – it’s like a retreat. The place instantly felt like home when we moved in and we’ve delighted in living in a place with so much history. Sadly, our circumstances have changed and regrettably we have to sell. Whoever lives here next is very lucky indeed – I mean, how often does the opportunity to live in a Tudor apartment come up?’

‘The apartment itself is arranged over two floors with an upside-down layout; the bedrooms are on the ground floor whilst the main living areas are on the second. We’ve found this works really well and the overall feeling is one of space, light, comfort and, of course, history – apparently some of the beams are from Sir Frances Drake’s ship,’ say the owners.

‘The stunning gardens are fully managed and are such a pleasure to walk around, and there is a tennis court for those who wish to have a game. There is a shared courtyard which is a perfect place to meet with neighbours for a drink or a bite to eat. One of the things we will miss most are the people, everyone is so welcoming and helpful – we feel this is a huge asset to anyone settling in.’

‘The apartment has all mod-cons, including excellent water pressure and a wonderful hand-made well-equipped kitchen which is light and spacious. The perfect way that modern comfort fits with the old aesthetic is quite remarkable here.’

‘Despite being rural you feel very connected to the outside world. Worcester is 20 minutes away by car, with Worcestershire Parkway Station only 10 minutes by car. The lovely market town of Pershore is around 3 miles away, here you’ll find great shops and restaurants. The M5 is easy to access.’*

* 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.

A staircase leads downstairs to the ground floor where you will find two double bedrooms, both with fitted wardrobes, a family bathroom with a separate shower and the generous Main Bedroom with a walk in wardrobe, shower room and another period open fireplace. The windows in this room are stained glass leaded and inscribed with the names of previous Headmasters, tracing its history back to the days when the Court was a Boys School. Throughout the property are restored wooden floorboards, latch doors, timber framed walls and ceilings, stunning light fittings and switches, all of which add to the outstanding high quality finish of this apartment.

Outside Besford Court is set within beautiful formal gardens and grounds of about 35 acres which are well managed and maintained. There is the added benefit of an all-weather tennis court as well as a community hall which is available for all manner of functions and meetings. The gardens and grounds are enhanced by many charming and historical features including the refurbished serpentine wall, the gravelled walk ways and sweeping lawns which are all edged with very well stocked beds. This property benefits from two garages within a courtyard setting. BESFORD, WORCESTERSHIRE

Apartment 3 lies within the Besford Court Estate with approximately 35 acres of private grounds providing a delightful setting amidst the highly sought after rural landscape of South Worcestershire. The historic Croome Estate may also be found some 2.6 miles to the West, with its restored “Capability” Brown Park and palladium Mansion. This exquisite country home sits only 6 miles to the East of Upton-upon- Severn, famous for its festivals, marina and gastro pubs, and 3 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 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. Besford Court is well placed for ready access to the North Cotswolds and Broadway (17 miles), as well as Stratford-upon-Avon (24 miles) and Great Malvern and The Malvern Hills (15 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 (41 miles) and the M40. London (129 miles) is best accessed by the M40, via Stratford. The M5 South also provides for commuting to Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bristol (61 miles).

The newly opened Worcestershire Parkway Railway station, situated to the east of Worcester and only 5 miles from Besford, is intended to increase the capacity to London as well as reduced journey times. This has 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 Electricity, water and drainage. LPG central heating. Broadband and telephone are connected. Installed alarm system.

There is a maintenance charge of £113 per calendar month for overall estate management and a service charge of approximately £199 per calendar month for the Court’s management company. Purchasers should note that these service charges include all the building insurance and estate maintenance and on-going running costs for the environment in general.

Tenure & Possession The property is sold on a 999 year lease which commenced on the first of January 2001. A copy of this lease is available from the Vendors solicitors.

Note Being part of the Besford Court Estate, the property is subject to restrictive covenants.

Local Authority Wychavon District Council Council Tax Band G

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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 07.04.2021

VANESSA BRADFORD FINE & COUNTRY

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