Listed for £800,000
July 26, 2024
“Discover the charm and character of this beautifully modernised period cottage, nestled in the idyllic riverside village of Arley...”
The kitchen
As you enter the property, you are greeted by the completely reconfigured and refitted kitchen. This space, adorned with both modern and period features, serves as the heart of the home. A full-height arched window floods the space with natural light, enhancing its inviting atmosphere.
Opposite the archway, a granite-topped island equipped with a Neff induction hob and extractor fan provides convenient cupboards and ample countertop space. Authentic flagstone flooring, exposed wooden timbers and an exposed brick fireplace with a wood burner exude countryside charm and warmth, creating a perfect blend of functionality and rustic elegance.
Hallway and cloakroom WC
Between the kitchen and main living room, is a convenient cloakroom/WC. The space features wood panelling, a vanity unit with a circular sink and a low-level WC.
The living room
The generously sized living room showcases a large wood burner within an exposed brick fireplace, complete with a quarry-tiled hearth, serving as the room’s centrepiece. French doors open to the conservatory and rear garden, creating a seamless flow between reception rooms and floods the space with natural light. The living room also provides access to the study and bedroom five. This inviting space is perfect for entertaining or relaxing while enjoying beautiful garden views.
The conservatory
French doors open from the living room into a spacious conservatory, which doubles as a dining room, offering panoramic views of the garden. This elegant space features underfloor heating and exposed stonework, enhancing its charm. Another set of French doors provides direct access to the garden, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living. It serves as the perfect room for year-round entertainment.
The study and bedroom four
Positioned between the living room and bedroom four, is an ideal spot for a home office with French windows granting access to the garden, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor retreat for productivity or relaxation.
Adjacent to the study, bedroom four offers a versatile double bedroom ideal for guests, visiting children or multi-generational living. The room is flooded with light from three windows and benefits a large storage area ready plumbed for conversion to an ensuite bathroom or shower room if so desired.
The playroom / bedroom five
The property also features a generous playroom area with the potential to be transformed into a fifth bedroom. This space boasts a vaulted ceiling adorned with exposed beams and French doors open onto the rear garden, enhancing the room’s appeal. This versatile room could be utilised as a bedroom, snug or office, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
The landing
Ascending the staircase from the kitchen you are greeted by a corridor-style landing that provides access to bedrooms one, two and three as well as the family bathroom.
The principal bedroom
To the left of the landing, you will find the principal bedroom, a generously sized double bedroom finished to an impeccable standard. This bright and airy room boasts dual-aspect windows that provides the room with an abundance of natural light, along with built-in wardrobes and ample storage space, making it both stylish and functional.
The principal bedroom ensuite
The principal bedroom further benefits from a luxurious ensuite bathroom. The ensuite features a walk-in shower with a waterfall head, a WC and a washbasin, as well as metro-style tiling throughout to create a sleek and sophisticated finish.
Bedroom two
Positioned at the end of the landing, bedroom two is another well-appointed double bedroom. It features dual aspect windows that offers stunning views of the countryside, filling the room with natural light and providing a serene and picturesque backdrop.
Bedroom three
Adjacent to bedroom two, bedroom three is another well-appointed double bedroom overlooking the front of the property. Its convenient proximity to the family bathroom adds to the comfort and accessibility, making it a practical and peaceful retreat.
The family bathroom
Completing the first floor is a stylishly refitted family bathroom, located to the right of the landing. This elegant space features a freestanding bath, a walk-in shower cubicle, a WC and a washbasin, offering both functionality and comfort.
The gardens & grounds
Discover the enchanting gardens of this property, featuring a manicured lawn, a charming wraparound patio and a wonderful sheltered seating area, ideal for alfresco dining. The space is bordered by a period stone wall and includes a versatile brick outbuilding that could easily be converted into an outdoor bar or kitchen.
The grounds also boast mature trees, hedging and several apple trees, enhancing the idyllic setting. Additional amenities include a covered hot tub, a summerhouse tucked into one corner of the garden and a children’s play area.
The driveway
At the front of the property a large gravel parking area, accessed via electric security gates, has a timber framed greenhouse and a wooden storage shed and log store.
Arley is a picturesque village nestled on the banks of the River Severn between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. Properties rarely come up for sale here, as many homes are owned by Arley Estate and cannot be bought, making this a unique opportunity.
Arley offers a tranquil rural retreat surrounded by stunning countryside, while maintaining easy access to Bewdley and Kidderminster, both of which provide an abundance of local amenities, schools and transport links.
The village features a country pub overlooking the river, a post office, a store and a wonderful arboretum just a short walk away. Additionally, a charming primary school is located nearby, making it ideal for families with young children.
The village is nestled in a picturesque valley, bordered by unspoiled countryside that will delight outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you dream of kayaking down the river or horse riding through miles of mature woodland, this idyllic location offers it all right on your doorstep.
Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Oil central heating.
Security alarm system and CCTV.
Broadband is available at the property.
Council tax band E
Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange
A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.
The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:
1. Any significant material issues highlighted in a survey that were not evident or drawn to the attention of you the buyer prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.
The reservation fee, equivalent to 0.5% of the accepted offer unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.
Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property.
Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.
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