Grumbleground Cottage Pumphouse Lane | Hanbury | Worcestershire | WR9 7EB GRUMBLEGROUND COTTAGE

A Grade II Listed and detached country home which has been extended to create four bedrooms, three reception rooms and a fabulous open plan kitchen and dining room. Grumbleground Cottage is situated along a country lane in the sought-after village of Hanbury and occupies a tranquil location boasting views of the Worcestershire countryside.

Ground Floor The front door takes you into a beamed porchway which further leads into a spacious entrance hallway. To the right is an open plan kitchen and dining room with Shaker style units, Siemens appliances including an induction hob, and a Neff larder fridge. To the left is a snug featuring a log burner and this leads through to a study area. Flowing on from here is a storage cupboard, bedroom four and the sitting room. The sitting room has a dual aspect view including double glass doors leading into the garden and showcasing the countryside views. There is a downstairs WC and shower room along with a cloakroom, both directly off the entrance hallway.

Seller Insight

This delightful Grade II listed cottage, with original parts dating back to the 16th century and a later extension, occupies a beautiful position down a quite country lane on the edge of the Worcestershire village of Hanbury. Surrounded by fields with glorious views to the village church, the property offers an abundance of character and total peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of life. ‘It was the privacy, tranquillity and wonderful outside space which attracted us to the cottage; it has extremely private gardens which are at their very best when bathed in summer sunshine. The detached cottage is set back from the road with two sets of gates leading to a drive suitable for several cars, it feels safe and secure and there is plenty of space for visitors to park. During our time living here we’ve made quite a few improvements, including changing all of the windows, installing a new boiler and radiators, adding a brand new en-suite to the second bedroom, and doing a total kitchen revamp. We’ve also installed a wood burner in the middle lounge, making it our favourite room – sitting in front of a blazing fire on a winter’s night is a real treat,’ say current owners Pete & Geraldine.

‘The cottage has one neighbour to the right, but we don’t really see him as we tend to keep ourselves to ourselves. The only people we generally see are the walkers stepping out across the various rights of way in the nearby fields which lead to Hanbury Church, The National Trust’s Hanbury Hall & Gardens and local craft centre The Jinney Ring. The village has a lovely local pub, The Vernon Arms, and a good primary school, both within walking distance.’

‘The property has a good amount of space, inside and out, and is great for entertaining, but if you want the vibrancy of town life then Bromsgrove, Redditch and Droitwich are all very close by. Travel to the south or north is made easy by the proximity to the M5 whilst Birmingham is a commutable distance.’

‘If you want peace and quiet living here gives you just that, however nothing is too far away so you never feel totally isolated. We very much doubt we’ll find anywhere as peaceful as Grumbleground Cottage and will truly miss living 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.

First Floor The first floor is configured of three double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The main bedroom has an en-suite shower room. Two of the bedrooms boast dual aspect windows with beautiful views.

Outside Grumbleground Cottage is approached through private gates which lead to an ample parking area at the front of the property. There is a double garage and an outbuilding which is currently being used as a utility room. There is a WC and Belfast sink in this outbuilding. The garden is perfectly manageable with a pond, patio area and rolling fields beyond.

LOCAL AREA

Grumbleground is located in the village of Hanbury in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire. Hanbury is a historic Worcestershire settlement lying on the “Saltway” which is a Roman Road linking Droitwich, to the West, with Alcester and Warwickshire to the East. The current village is well served with amenities including a first school, the “Jinney Ring” craft centre, the Vernon Arms Public House and a village hall which accommodates local clubs and activities, as well as the National Trust property of Hanbury Hall, set within its magnificent parkland estate. The property is close to the ever popular Hanbury Church and for dog lovers, provides excellent walks throughout the countryside. 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. 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.

The County Town and Cathedral City of Worcester, lying on the banks of The River Severn, is some 10 miles south west providing for high street and boutique shopping, and characterised by one of England’s great Cathedrals, its Racecourse, County Cricket Ground, Premiership Rugby Club and University.

The M5 motorway (accessed via J5 of the M5 at Wychbold or J6 at NorthWorcester) provides for ready access to the North and South-West, Birmingham (34 miles) and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas as well as Cheltenham and its Racecourse (33 miles), Gloucester and Bristol (73 miles). The M42, lying to the North of Redditch also offers access to Birmingham International Airport (28 miles) and the North East. Road travel to London (118miles) is best via the M40 at Warwick (26 miles).

The Parkway railway station at Warwick enables fast access to the capital and the electrified line from Redditch offers access to central Birmingham. 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 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. These include Bromsgrove School (5.9 miles), Malvern College (21 miles), The Kings Schools and Royal Grammar School at Worcester (12 miles), and the Alcester Grammar School at Alcester (10miles) in Warwickshire.

For days out and recreation, Grumbleground Cottage is well placed for ready access to the North Cotswolds and Broadway (26 miles), as well as Stratford- upon-Avon (18 miles), Great Malvern (20 miles) and The Malvern Hills, and Ludlow (36 miles). The west coast of Wales, at Aberdovey, is 106 miles.

Services Mains water, drainage and electricity Oil Tank No gas

Notes Subject to a chancel repair liability - indemnity insurance in place.

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Wychavon District Council Council Tax Band G

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