- Beautifully presented period home enjoying sweeping countryside views +
- Direct access to some of Worcestershire’s finest rural walks and countryside +
- Thoughtfully extended to create a superb balance of character and comfort +
- Three bedroom detached home +
Situated in an enviable position on the edge of the picturesque village of Areley Kings, Westview House, 5 Commonside is a beautifully presented period home enjoying sweeping countryside views and direct access to some of Worcestershire’s finest rural walks and countryside. This distinguished red-brick residence has been thoughtfully extended to create a superb balance of character and comfort. Approached via a generous stone driveway, the property offers elegant yet practical living spaces, including a charming sitting room with multi-fuel burner, an exceptional open-plan kitchen and dining area, three bedrooms, a luxurious family bathroom, a converted home office, and a beautifully designed outdoor kitchen—perfect for outdoor entertaining.
The interior combines period charm with modern sensibilities. The sitting room exudes warmth and character, featuring twin bay windows, exposed beams and a handsome brick fireplace with multi-fuel burner. From here, a door leads to the impressive open-plan kitchen/diner, the true heart of the home. This expansive space has been thoughtfully designed, incorporating oak cabinetry, a central island, Rangemaster oven, integrated appliances, skylights and a further feature fireplace. French doors invite natural light and open directly onto the rear terrace, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. A well-appointed utility provides excellent storage and appliance space and leads through to the converted office—a superb addition offering a quiet, dedicated workspace complete with lighting, power and external access. A contemporary cloakroom completes the ground floor. The staircase rises from the kitchen to a light and airy first-floor landing, with access to a generous loft that may offer future potential, subject to planning. The principal bedroom enjoys delightful views across neighbouring fields, while the further two bedrooms provide comfortable family accommodation. The family bathroom is exceptionally finished, featuring a jacuzzi corner bath, separate tiled shower, twin sinks, contemporary tiling and charming exposed floorboards. The rear garden is a particular highlight—an expansive, private space thoughtfully designed for relaxation, play and entertaining. A broad stone terrace spans the rear of the property, now enhanced by a bespoke outdoor kitchen, perfect for al fresco dining and summer gatherings.
The extensive lawn is bordered by mature planting, a vegetable garden with raised beds, a greenhouse, wooden shed and a substantial outbuilding with power and lighting offer superb versatility for use as a workshop or additional office. To the front, the gated driveway, laid to block paving and gravel, provides generous parking for numerous vehicles, with additional space between the entrance and roadside.