Upper Snead Cottage | | WR6 6AG UPPER SNEAD COTTAGE

Upper Snead Cottage is a delightfully situated semi-detached cottage with equestrian facilities. Nestled in the village of Pensax, the property has stunning views across the open countryside and benefits from stabling and paddocks of approximately 2.5 acres. The three/four bedroom cottage has been refurbished and extended by the current owners and has many redeeming features including an open plan kitchen, dining and sitting area which is perfect for modern day living.

Ground Floor This stylish property is accessed through an oak door and into a tiled hallway which services the reception rooms on the ground floor including a large sitting room which has a feature fireplace with a stone hearth and a log burner. This room has patio doors which lead out to the rear garden. There is a second reception room which is currently used as a children’s playroom which has an attractive window seat with views over the garden. There is a downstairs WC and a useful utility room which has an area for coats and boots, Belfast Sink and cream units with granite worktops – space can be found for a washing machine and tumble drier in this room. The hub of Upper Snead Cottage is the lovely open plan kitchen to the rear of the house. It is well equipped with underfloor heating, a range of cream units, granite worktops and a breakfast bar. An integrated dishwasher and Range cooker complement the kitchen and there is also space for an American Fridge Freezer. In this substantial area there is room for a dining table and a sitting area with a TV, and patio doors lead out to the rear garden and give pleasant panoramic views of the fields surrounding the property.

Seller Insight

Rurally located in stunning Worcestershire countryside, just a few miles from Bewdley, is Upper Snead Cottage. This semi-detached cottage is tucked down a sweeping tree-lined drive and is a short walk away from the village of Pensax. Built circa 1930s, this is a comfortable family home boasting a modern interior, a fantastic amount of outdoor space, far-reaching views and an abundance of rustic charm. Katy and Alex have lived here for 11 years; ‘We were hugely attracted to the land as it enabled us to have our horses right on the doorstep. Then there are the views; miles and miles of gorgeous rolling hills and big skies by day and stars by night. The leafy approach to the cottage is really pretty throughout the seasons; blossom and daffodils in the spring and fabulous holly and berries in the winter. The village of Pensax is just a short walk away with plenty of footpaths to get you there, it has a beautiful church and a good local pub where they serve great food and beer! The village of is less than a five-minute drive away, here you’ll find a post office and village shop. Just a couple of miles away is Abberley Parochial VC Primary School which is excellent, however there are many others to choose from in the area. The nearby Elms Hotel and Spa is a great place for a meal and cocktails, or a visit to the pool and facilities. The location is perfect if you want to enjoy a rural life whilst still having great amenities close by.’’

“It’s a peaceful and quiet place to live, and the views are incredible to wake up to each day. We have a lovely orchard at the top of the paddock with apple, pear and plum trees, and also have a vegetable patch next to the stable yard – it’s been great to be able to eat our own produce.”

“The kitchen/diner is a fantastic open space with bi-fold and French doors that lead out onto the decked and patio areas. During the summer, the kids can easily run between the house and the garden. At the bottom of the garden we have another patio area with a pizza oven and an enormous tree house – it’s a fabulous home for entertaining family and friends.”

“A favourite room has to be the sitting room as it’s got a huge inglenook fireplace – it’s ever so cosy and is the perfect place to hunker down and watch a movie.”*

* 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 There are three large bedrooms on the first floor and a further smaller fourth bedroom which the current owners use as a study. The Main Bedroom has built in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room with vanity unit and heated towel rail. The family bathroom has handmade bespoke fittings including a wooden vanity unit with a stone sink.

Outside The property is approached down a long drive and is accessed through electrically operated wooden gates. There is a large gravelled driveway which gives ample parking for several vehicles. A wooden garage and workshop are located close to the cottage. The equestrian facilities comprise a separate stable block with two stalls and a tack room/hay barn with a 2.5 acre (not verified) paddock for grazing and exercising. To the rear of Upper Snead Cottage are attractive gardens with stunning views, and both decked and slabbed patios for entertaining. The current owners have made the gardens perfect for children with a wooden structured play area, sunken trampoline and a fabulous Tree House. There is a BBQ area with a pizza oven and outdoor kitchen area for the adults to enjoy. Other outdoor features include a wildlife pond and an orchard which produces various types of fruit.

LOCATION

Pensax is a small village in North West Worcestershire. It borders Stocton-on-Teme and Abberley, and has an award-winning pub, The Bell. Abberley has a shop, village hall and The Manor Arms public house. is a short drive from Pensax and has a Doctors Surgery, Post Office and a convenience store. In close proximity is the historic city of Worcester, as well as the M5 motorway and various notable private schools including Abberley Hall, Malvern College, Kings and RGS Worcester making the property well suited to all requirements. Upper Snead Cottage also comes under the catchments for the much sought after Chantry School and CE Primary School.

The County Town and Cathedral City of Worcester, lying on the banks of The River Severn, is characterised by one of ’s great Cathedrals, its Racecourse, County Cricket Ground, Premiership Rugby Club and University.

The M5 motorway accessed via J7 of The M5, at South Worcester, provides for ready access to Birmingham and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas as well as the M42, Birmingham International Airport and the M40 for onward travel to London. The M5 South also provides for commuting to Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bristol.

The newly opened Worcestershire Parkway Railway station, situated to the east of Worcester and only 5 miles from the centre of the city, 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.

For days out and recreation, Stratford-upon-Avon lies to the East, Broadway to the South East, Upton-upon-Severn to the South, and and The Malverns to the West.

Services Mains Electricity Mains Water Private Drainage LPG Gas Central Heating is fitted throughout which is economical to run

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Wyre Forest District Council Council Tax Band C

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