Listed for £1,750,000
December 20, 2024
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The orangery
A standout feature of this property is the exceptional orangery, offering beautiful views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. French doors open onto a wraparound patio, connecting the home to the front garden and grounds, offering a spacious, tranquil space for year-round enjoyment.
The formal dining room
The formal dining room is a warm and inviting space with an exposed brick fireplace containing a wood-burning stove. Large triple-aspect sash windows bath the room in natural light whilst providing delightful views of the courtyard. This truly exceptional dining room, perfect for formal dinners and special occasions, also provides access to a spacious cellar.
The billiard room
A highlight of the property is the impressive billiard room that showcases a full-sized snooker table, set beneath vaulted ceilings with beautifully exposed wooden beams. This large space is full of timeless character and providing the perfect setting for recreation and entertaining house guests in style.
The bar
The well-appointed bar area features a beautiful built-in bar and dual-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. Conveniently located adjacent to a downstairs WC and seamlessly connected to both the billiard and piano room, this open-plan layout is the ideal entertaining space.
The piano room
The piano room features vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, whilst large windows provide views of the courtyard and a beautiful oak staircase leads up to the eighth bedroom.
The entertainment room
The dual aspect entertainment room, currently used as an additional dining space, sits adjacent to the piano room and features striking half-round windows that perfectly frame views of the courtyard. Its vaulted ceilings and exposed beams add a sense of grandeur, making this a versatile and elegant reception room, ideal for both entertaining and relaxation.
The garden corridor & home office
This stone-floored garden corridor with its exposed brick wall and wooden beams provide both warmth and character. Natural light pours in through dual access points, with doors leading to both the courtyard and the front of the property. A home office adjoins this bright and airy space.
The principal suite
This remarkable suite is an exceptional 450 sq. ft. space featuring exposed wooden beams and trusses, while sash windows frame lovely garden views. A Palladian-style window extending from the ground to the first floor adds architectural drama and a private staircase enhances the sense of luxury and privacy. The suite also benefits from a well appointed en suite with a walk-in shower, WC and washbasin.
The second bedroom & en suite
This bright and spacious bedroom radiates warmth and character with a large sash window that frames picturesque views of the courtyard and the surrounding countryside, stretching to the Malvern Hills in the distance. Enhancing this exceptional space is a well-appointed en suite that features a walk-in shower cubicle, WC and washbasin.
The third bedroom
This bedroom provides another large welcoming space with oversized sash windows that frame lovely views over the front gardens. This bedroom also features a washbasin for added convenience.
The fourth bedroom
This bright and spacious fourth bedroom features a large window that overlooks the front of the property, providing views of the garden pond and surrounding countryside.
The family bathroom
Completing the first floor is this magnificent bathroom, distinguished by its vaulted ceilings with striking wooden trusses that create a rustic character and charm. Beautifully appointed with a large mosaic-tiled walk-in shower, a freestanding roll-top bath, a WC, integrated dual washbasins and a large arched window that elegantly illuminates the room in natural light.
The west wing
A grand oak bifurcated staircase at its centre creates an elegant and impressive entrance. Adjacent to the staircase lies a generously sized triple aspect sitting room with charming views of the courtyard. This bright and inviting space is perfect for entertaining and offers great flexibility. Whether retained as part of the main residence or used as a self-contained living area, it significantly adds to the unique appeal of this property.
The dining room
The impressive west wing dining room is perfect for family gatherings or entertaining guests in style. The room features natural stone flooring and enjoys direct access to the adjoining drawing room, creating an ideal setting for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings.
The drawing room
The drawing room is an exquisite space with timeless character and charm. Vaulted ceilings with exposed wooden trusses, create a sense of grandeur and large sash windows frame delightful views of the courtyard. Three large Velux windows ensure the room is bright and airy, whilst a wood burner set on a stone hearth adds warmth.
The secondary kitchen
The secondary kitchen, accessed from the drawing room, features exposed wooden beams, oak counter tops, integrated cabinetry, a Belfast sink and plumbing for appliances. A large window provides ample natural light and views of the surrounding countryside. This secondary kitchen enhances the potential for the wing to become a self-contained living area, suitable for multi-generational living or rental income.
The sixth bedroom & en suite
This bright and spacious bedroom with two Velux windows features vaulted ceilings and exposed wooden beams. This room also enjoys direct access to a well appointed en suite shower room, complete with a walk-in shower, WC and washbasin.
The seventh bedroom & en suite
The large seventh bedroom benefits from high ceilings and Velux windows that create a bright, airy atmosphere. This bedroom also enjoys direct access to an en suite shower room with a walk-in shower, WC and washbasin.
The courtyard
The beautifully landscaped courtyard, with mature apple and pear trees, provides a tranquil and idyllic retreat. This outdoor space is perfect for relaxation and social gatherings. Adjacent to the courtyard, the greenhouses provide an ideal space for year-round gardening and plant cultivation that will appeal to both casual and more serious gardening enthusiasts.
The gardens
Spanning over 2 acres, the gardens are a beautifully designed feature. The grounds have a large stone pond, expansive patios and gravel pathways lined with mature trees, creating an idyllic setting that perfectly complements the character of this property.
The generously sized and well-manicured lawned gardens provides wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and Malvern Hills.
Featuring mature fruit trees and a charming stone pond, the gardens enjoy direct access to the courtyard and greenhouse. This beautifully landscaped outdoor space complements the accommodation with a blend of elegance and natural beauty.
The driveway
Accessed through electric gates, the driveway leads to the main residence, a garage and parking area with ample space for multiple vehicles. A large outbuilding, available by separate negotiation, would provide potential for additional storage, workshops or car ports.
Available by separate negotiation
The bungalow
The bungalow is a modern, self-contained property ideal for family, guests or staff. It features its own gated entrance, a spacious living area and two well appointed bedrooms that both benefit from views of the private gardens and surrounding countryside.
Additional land
A further 61 acres of agricultural grassland surrounding the property is available by separate negotiation with the vendor.
Disclaimer
Please note that the vendor of this property is a relative of an employee of Andrew Grant.
Lower Broadheath is a charming village just a few miles north west of Worcester, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle with the convenience of nearby city amenities.
Surrounded by rolling countryside, it’s an ideal spot for families and for those who love the outdoors and nature, the surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, cycling, and exploring.
The village has a welcoming community atmosphere, with local amenities including a village shop, a popular pub and a vibrant village hall that hosts year-round events. Notably, Lower Broadheath is the birthplace of the renowned composer Sir Edward Elgar, adding a touch of cultural heritage with the Elgar Birthplace Museum nearby.
Families will appreciate the well-regarded local primary school, while Worcester, only a short drive away, offers exceptional secondary education options, including prestigious institutions like King’s School and the Royal Grammar School.
Lower Broadheath enjoys excellent transport links, with frequent bus services to Worcester and easy road access to Malvern and Hereford. Worcester itself has two train stations with direct connections to Birmingham and London, making commuting or travel effortless.
The property benefits from mains water and electricity, private drainage provided by a biodisc treatment plant and LPG gas central heating.
Council tax band G
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 which individually are more than 1% of the agreed purchase price and are highlighted in a survey and 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 will be 0.5% of the accepted offer price for offers below £800,000 and 1% for offers of £800,000 or over. This fee, unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and 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/or 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. The reservation fee will not be refunded where there is an inability on the part of the Buyer to raise any required mortgage after the Memorandum of Sale is completed.
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.