Owls End is a simply stunning, beautifully designed and meticulously laid out family home combining a pretty house with the finest of contemporary living. Five bedrooms, gorgeous open plan living area and kitchen, sitting room, study, utility room, vaulted ceilings, oak beams, cellar, and underfloor heating.
All set in one acre of lawned gardens with the bonus of an attached two bedroom annexe, detached garden room and large drive situated on a quiet country lane in Himbleton near Worcester.
The original house with an adorning wisteria is in parts over 300 years old. It has been completely modernised whilst retaining genuine character and charm including fireplaces, parquet flooring, original wooden doors, and woodwork. It has been rewired, replastered as well as having new timber frame double glazed windows, log burner and new bathrooms with underfloor heating (electric).
The modern oak frame building is majestic and has more than doubled the size of the property. The ground floor is breathtaking and finished to extremely high standard making incredible use of glass, space, exposed original stonework and natural light. With a wall of glass, numerous roof windows and a vaulted ceiling natural light floods the room. At over 55' long the open plan layout includes a fabulous white kitchen with integrated appliances, island, dining area and sitting room with electric blinds overlooking the gardens. A pair of French doors open up on to an oak deck making this a superb space to spend with family or entertaining friends.
Off the kitchen is a useful utility room, front door and entrance hall to the attached annexe.
Head up the stairs there are four bedrooms and a family bathroom; the fifth bedroom is on the ground floor next to the shower room. The main bedroom is heavenly and includes fitted wardrobes, a luxury en suite bathroom also with a wall of glass, electric blinds and idllic views. The bedrooms are light, roomy, carpeted and very tastefully presented.
ANNEXE
The annexe is attached to the main house and has a lovely open plan kitchen/living room with large windows and doors overlooking the garden, two bedrooms and a sizeable bathroom with wet room. The annexe, with it's own private entrance, is an ideal space for guests or dependant family who want to be close but looking for their own independence.
Also, there is a versatile garden room complete with shower room and kitchen units currently used as a studio/gym but it would also make good extra accommodation or hobby room..
Owls End is a sublime property and sits in a raised and enviable position. Having loved every minute of the last 24 years the owners have now decided to let someone else enjoy this amazing home.
GARDENS
The delightful gardens, with a boundary of mature trees, are approximately one acre in size and wrap around the house. The lawns are flat, easy to maintain, not overlooked and ideal for children or grandchildren to kick a ball about, play basketball and roam safely. The wisteria on the front of the house is glorious and fully blossoms in May.
A wide gravel driveway, to the front, is suitable for up to 8 cars.
TAX BAND - G (Wychavon District Council)
Mains services including electricity and water (metered) are connected to the property. The updated central heating system in the original house is oil fired; the oil tank is located on the drive. Underfloor heating (water) in the modern extension. Drainage is to a large septic tank that is serviced and emptied once a year.
LOCATION
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Located in the classic English village of Himbleton this property is in an incredibly quiet location but has the benefit of having swift and simple connections into Worcester City, Junction 5 or 6 of the M5 (10 mins away) and quick access to Worcestershire Parkway Train Station.
This highly sought-after and historic village has a thriving C of E primary school, a handsome 12th century Mary Magdalene church, the popular Galton Arms public house and a cricket team. There is a useful village hall which hosts a range of activities, from dog training, table tennis, fitness classes and so much more.
The village is situated between Droitwich and Hanbury and is surrounded by lovely Worcestershire countryside enjoying the benefits of rural life with many established bridle paths, canal walks and cycle routes.
Droitwich Spa provides everyday services, shopping and amenities and there is also an excellent choice of both state and private schooling in the area including the renowned Bromsgrove School.
The city of Worcester enjoys a great range of shopping and amenities with many sports and social events such horse racing and county cricket.
Communications are excellent with regular train connections to Birmingham, Cheltenham and London all available from Droitwich Spa station or Worcestershire Parkway. The M5 access at both Droitwich and Worcester provides connections to the full Midlands motorway network with Birmingham International Airport a 40 minute drive away and the National Exhibition Centre easily accessed.
VIEWINGS
By prior appointment through the agents, ChocolateBox - OPEN everyday from 7.00 am including evenings and weekends. Owls End must be seen to be fully appreciated so please contact Andrea and I will arrange a viewing at your earliest convenience.
CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM UNFAIR TRADING REGULATIONS 2008 (CPR)
We endeavour to ensure that the details contained in all our brochures are correct through making detailed enquiries with the owner but they are not guaranteed. The agents have not tested any appliance, equipment, fixture, fitting or service and have not seen the title deeds to confirm tenure. All liability in negligence or otherwise for any loss arising from the use of these particulars is hereby excluded.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Require prospective purchasers to produce two original ID documents prior to any offer being accepted by the owners.
For further information on this property please call 01684 600555 or e-mail info@chocolateboxhomes.co.uk
Downshill Cottage, Bishopstone, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7JT
01684 600555