Ridgeway Court Wychbold | Droitwich Spa | Worcestershire | WR9 0BY Ridgeway Court Cover.indd 3 21/09/2018 14:34 RIDGEWAY COURT A historic Grade II Listed period home set in circa 1.5 acres (not verified) of gardens, grounds, orchard and kitchen garden. The accommodation, over four floors, is of Elizabethan origin and forms part of a traditional high-status Worcestershire farmhouse. Easy access to M5 Junction 5. Currently configured with three generous reception rooms, three large bedrooms, two bathrooms and substantial cellars suited to candlelit dining. The separate garage annexe, with garden room attached, offers additional ancillary accommodation. A rare opportunity for a relaxed country lifestyle. Ridgeway Court Cover.indd 4 21/09/2018 14:34 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 1 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 2 21/09/2018 14:32 Lower Ground Floor • Former dairy • Cellar Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 3 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 4 21/09/2018 14:32 Ground Floor • Reception Hall • Kitchen • Entrance Hall • Sitting Room • Utility • Cloakroom/WC • Dining Room Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 5 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 6 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 7 21/09/2018 14:32 Seller Insight The Worcester village of Wychbold is brilliantly located for commuting to a variety of North Cotswolds and Midlands hubs and offers easy access to many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including the Malvern Hills. Nestled in a quiet spot down a single-track lane is Ridgeway Court, a handsome property with sandstone dressed blocks, half-timbering, Mullion windows and a Georgian façade. The current owner has lived here for 25 years and says, “it’s such a welcoming place to come home to and I’ve loved being surrounded by nature; even on a dull day it’s great to cosy up and just enjoy the views. It has all the bonus of country living with easy access to the outside world; it’s secluded and private yet not remote”. The property has a great sense of space with plenty of versatility and boasts a large detached garage which the current owner has taken great pride in converting; “It features an office, luxury bathroom with a sunken spa bath and TV room and underfloor heating throughout giving a crisp, modern feel”. Downstairs is the garage/workshop with parking space for four cars with access by electric up and over doors. The village is within easy reach of Bromsgrove and Droitwich Spa, where you’ll find amenities such as a Waitrose, restaurants and train stations. The area is ideal for accessing transport networks as J5 of the M5 in only five minutes away. Birmingham International is easily accessible and offers trains to London’s Euston whilst Birmingham Airport is a short drive away. “The house has great character and the solid square rooms are large and welcoming. The garden has a good mix of mature trees, borders and flower beds and just to the side, but belonging to the property, is a one-acre orchard with apple, pear, plumb and cherry trees”. “The orangery is my favourite room, which was added 20 years ago, is a wood, sandstone and brick building in keeping with the style of the house – it is a large airy room with a Bougainvillea spread against the end wall. It has a wonderful atmosphere and is a great place to relax”. “It’s a house you’ll never get bored of as there’s always something to look at and admire. When I first moved here it struck me that whilst living in Birmingham any kind of bad weather would feel grim, whereas here it’s a joy to watch the changing seasons and the surrounding countryside”. “I’ll miss the detail in the house; the general sense of space and the familiarity and feeling that the house is there to look after you.” * 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. Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 8 21/09/2018 14:32 First Floor Second Floor • Landing Area • Landing Area • Master Bedroom • Bedroom Two • En-Suite Shower Room with WC • Bedroom Three • Family Bathroom with WC Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 9 21/09/2018 14:32 It’s wonderful in the morning to open the curtains and take in the view with an uninterrupted aspect of fields and the Malvern Hills; every day here feels like a new one with no distraction. On the flipside, you can get in the car and be within easy access of facilities and major travel hubs”. Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 10 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 11 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 12 21/09/2018 14:32 Outside Garage/Annexe: Ground Floor • Garage/Workshop (13.11m x 8m (43ft x 26’3ft)) • Garden Room (situated in courtyard opposite the main house) First Floor • Office • Bathroom/WC • Occasional bedroom with balcony The gardens and grounds extend to circa 1.5 acres in all (not verified). The property is approached via a sweeping gravel private drive that provides access to the garage. The orchard/kitchen garden, which is separated from the recreational gardens and garden pool, are substantial hedged wind break. The property enjoys far reaching views to the South and West, taking in the Malvern Hills range. Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 13 21/09/2018 14:32 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 14 21/09/2018 14:33 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 15 21/09/2018 14:33 DROITWICH SPA Droitwich Spa is a historic town within the Wychavon district of Northern Worcestershire, on the banks of the River Salwarpe. The River Salwarpe takes its name for the Anglo Saxon ‘sal’ meaning salt and ‘weorp’ meaning to churn up, describing the salt brines which the river flows across. The town is situated upon massive salt deposits which have been extracted since ancient times The natural Droitwich brine contains 2½ lbs. of salt per gallon - ten times stronger than sea water and rivalled only by the Dead Sea.. Droitwich shopping is mainly focused in the traditional town centre around Victoria Square, leading to the St Andrew’s Square shopping centre and down to the original High Street, with its local pubs and an eclectic mix of traditional shops. Farmers’ markets are also held regularly in Victoria Square. The Norbury Theatre hosts regular shows year-round, including an annual pantomime, and also shows films. On the outskirts of the town is the famous Chateau Impney is now a hotel, restaurant and conference centre. The lido was renovated in 2007 and the Lido Park remains a pleasant and popular space. Droitwich leisure centre at Briar Mill has gym facilities, sports halls, a swimming pool and squash courts. There are also outside football and astroturf pitches with floodlighting. The centre also runs a squash league and archery society. Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 16 21/09/2018 14:33 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 17 21/09/2018 14:33 Services Mains water, electricity and broadband are connected to the property. Private drainage system for the sole use of the property. Oil fired central heating and LPG gas for the cooker hob. Please note there is a covenant relating to the orchard/kitchen garden alone in the event of any enhanced value for development being realised within approximately 9 years. Local Authority Wychavon 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 Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No: 08775854. VAT Reg No: 178445472 Head Office Address: 1 Regent Street Rugby CV21 2PE copyright © 2018 Fine & Country Ltd. Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 18 21/09/2018 14:33 EPC Exempt 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 24.09.2018 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 19 21/09/2018 14:33 Ridgeway Court Pages.indd 20 21/09/2018 14:33 FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate This unique approach to luxury homes marketing agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and delivers high quality, intelligent and creative rental of luxury residential property. 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