4 bedroom house

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An Extremely Well Presented And Spacious Character Property Situated In The Popular Village Of Birstmorton Sitting Within A South Facing Three Acre Plot This Highly Energy Efficient Property Offers Five Bedroomed Accommodation, Lovingly Maintained Garden, Sustainable Woodland, Access Over Adjacent Farmland, Ample Off Road Parking And Garage With Office And Workshop With Solar Panels And Air Source Heat Pump. EPC "C"

Location

Woodfield Cottage enjoys a sought after position in the highly regarded location of Birtsmorton (a small rural village, benefiting from local Church, primary school and pub), only approximately 3 miles from the village of Welland with it's local shop.The property also sits in the catchment area of the well regarded Hanley Castle High School. The cultural spa town of Great Malvern and the thriving riverside town of Upton upon Severn are also close at hand (approximately six miles away). Malvern offers a comprehensive choice of facilities including shops and banks, Waitrose supermarket, the renowned theatre and cinema complex and the Splash leisure pool and gymnasium. Upton upon Severn also boasts an excellent choice of amenities and a particularly busy social scene as it is well known for its summer music and water festivals and for its riverside marina. From here there is also direct access to the M5 and M50 motorways. The larger cities of Worcester and Gloucester and the town of Cheltenham are all within fast commuting distance.

Birtsmorton is situated in one of the most beautiful areas of south Worcestershire. It is most famous for its common land which dominates the neighbourhood and provides the perfect spot for those who enjoy walking or are in the equestrian world. This is most definitely riding territory. Less than ten minutes away by car are the foothills of the eight mile range of the Malvern's which provide some of the most dramatic scenery and interesting walks in the Midlands.

Description

Woodfield Cottage is an extremely well presented semi detached property in a quiet village location benefitting from an air source heat pump for the heating and hot water, solar panels owned by the property and double glazing throughout.

The property currently comprises spacious accommodation including sitting room, dining kitchen, snug, garden room, five bedrooms, dressing room/bedroom 6, two bathrooms and a shower room.

It is set back from the road behind a hedge border with double five bar gates opening into the gravelled driveway providing ample off road parking for several vehicles and giving access to the garage. A gravelled pathway leads from the driveway to a paved patio area wrapping around to the rear of the property where the wood front door opens to

Hallway/ Boot Room
Slate tile floor, spotlights, double glazed window to front aspect and Velux window.
Range of fitted storage units. Radiator. Doors opening to sitting room and kitchen
(both described later). Door opening to

Utility 3.44m (11ft 1in) x 1.80m (5ft 10in)
Slate tile floor, two ceiling light fittings, radiator and double glazed window to rear
aspect. Range of base and eye level units with worksurface over. Ceramic Belfast
sink. Space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for additional white
goods. Low level WC.

Sitting Room 5.45m (17ft 7in) x 4.73m (15ft 3in)
Solid Oak floor, two ceiling light fittings, four wall mounted lights and two radiators.
Double glazed windows to three aspects. Stairs to first floor with storage under. Double doors opening to patio area and garden (described later). Cast iron log burning stove set on a slate hearth

Kitchen 5.14m (16ft 7in) x 6.90m (22ft 3in) maximum into recess
Slate tile floor, spotlights, two radiators and two double glazed windows to side aspect. Double doors opening to patio and garden (both described later). TV point. Range of bespoke handmade Oak base and eye level units with granite worksurface over. One and a half bowl sink. Matching island unit. NEFF induction HOB with EXTRACTOR over, electric OVEN and GRILL. MICROWAVE, DISHWASHER and space for an American style fridge freezer. Space for a dining room table. Door opening to

Snug 6.66m (21ft 6in) x 4.21m (13ft 7in)
Solid Oak floor, ceiling light fitting, four wall mounted lights and two radiators. TV point
and fitted TV stand with storage. Double glazed window to front aspect with wonderful
views. Cast iron wood burning stove with red brick surround and wood mantle over.
Door opening to staircase leading to first floor and door opening to

Entrance Hall
Solid Oak floor, ceiling light fitting and wood front door with decorative glass panel.
Door opening to garden room (described later) and door opening to Store. Tiled floor, ceiling light fitting, shelving and space for white goods

Garden Room 4.73m (15ft 3in) x 3.66m (11ft 10in)
Solid Oak floor, pendant light fitting, three wall mounted lights and two radiators. Two
fitted full height bookcases with storage. Double glazed windows to three aspects,
double doors opening to patio and garden (described later)

FIRST FLOOR
Rear Landing
Carpet, wall mounted lights, Velux window and door opening to

Inner Landing
Carpet, four double glazed windows to side aspect, two radiators and fitted bookshelves. Airing cupboard with slatted wooden shelves and radiator. Doors
opening to bedroom 4, bathroom, shower room, dressing room/bedroom 6 and
bedroom 5/study (all described later). Door opening to

Master Bedroom 5.47m (17ft 8in) x 3.20m (10ft 4in) maximum
Carpet, two ceiling light fittings, two wall mounted lights and radiator. Dual aspect
double glazed windows to side and rear with views over the garden. Large built in
double wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. TV point and loft access point.

Bedroom 4 3.41m (11ft) x 2.37m (7ft 8in)
Carpet, pendant light fitting, radiator and double glazed window to side aspect with
views towards the Malvern Hills. Built in storage cupboard housing pressurised hot
water cylinder.

Bathroom 2.35m (7ft 7in) x 2.25m (7ft 3in)
Wood floor, spotlights, Velux window and heated towel rail. Low level WC, wash hand
basin with Travertine marble tiled surround and panelled bath

Shower Room 2.22m (7ft 2in) x 2.35m (7ft 7in)
Spotlights, Velux window and heated towel rail. Low level WC, vanity wash hand basin
with fitted storage below, corner shower cubicle and mains powered shower over

Dressing Room/ Bedroom 6 3.25m (10ft 6in) x 2.48m (8ft) maximum
Currently used as a dressing room, but could easily be used as a bedroom. Carpet,
ceiling light fitting, Velux window and radiator. Two built in double wardrobes

Bedroom 5/ Study 3.49m (11ft 3in) maximum x 2.79m (9ft) maximum
Accessed via both the inner and front landing. Carpet, ceiling light fitting, radiator and
Velux window. Double glazed window to side aspect. Infra red gentle heatwave Sauna
(available by separate negotiation). Door opening to

Front Landing
Carpet, pendant light fitting, radiator and double glazed window to rear aspect. Loft
access point and storage cupboard. Access to the boarded loft via a fitted loft ladder.
Door to bedroom two and bathroom (both described later). Door opening to

Bedroom 3 3.72m (12ft) x 2.99m (9ft 8in)
Carpet, pendant light fitting, radiator and double glazed window to front aspect with
wonderful views

Bathroom 2.42m (7ft 10in) x 2.20m (7ft 1in)
Marble floor, spotlights, double glazed window to front aspect and heated towel rail.
Extractor fan and shaver point. Low level WC, vanity wash hand basin with fitted
storage below and marble top Panelled bath with mixer attachments

Bedroom 2 4.73m (15ft 3in) x 3.69m (11ft 11in) Carpet, pendant light fitting, three
wall mounted lights, radiator and dual aspect double glazed windows with lovely
views. Built in triple wardrobes with hanging space and shelving

Outside
The property is sat within an impressive south facing approximately 3 acre plot and is split into three areas.

The first is laid to lawn and interspersed with a variety of fruit trees including Cherry,
Fig, Plum and Damson to name a few, creating a delightful mini orchard. This lawned
area leads to a patio that wraps around the house, a seating area and GAZEBO ideal
for entertaining family and friends.

Within the garden is a lovely SUMMERHOUSE having power (currently used as a
wood turning studio, but offers a variety of options) and TREEHOUSE with a flat lawn
and mature trees making this a perfect family garden. Netted fruit cage with raspberries, gooseberries and rhubarb will attract keen gardeners.

Within in the mid section is a large WOODSHED and elevated seating area with a
view of the Malvern Hills across adjacent farmland.

To the rear of the garden is a sustainable WOODLAND made up of a variety of trees
including some rare specimens. A pathway inside the rear boundary of the woodland
leads to a public footpath (owned by the property) which gives access over the
adjacent farmland.

Garage/Office And Workshop 5.81m (18ft 9in) x 4.13m (13ft 4in) inc garage, office and workshop
Two front opening doors with storage space in the roof. The rear is currently used as a
workshop with wood store. External access to the rear of the garage opens to

Office 3.25m (10ft 6in) x 2.48m (8ft)
Window to rear aspect, power, light and telephone line

Services

We have been advised that mains water and electric are connected to the property. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to imply that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

This Eco property benefits from 12 solar panels. Figures provided to us by the vendor indicate that the power generated is metered (6830 KWh in the past 12 months), and it is assumed that half is used on site (saving £1161.10/yr) at the current Octopus rate of 34p/unit), the remainder is paid for by SSE (index linked) the current rate being 60.53p/KWh). There is also a current RHI Ofgen grant which will continue to pay £ 428 every 3 months (index linked) until April 2026. The average monthly energy bill over the last year has been just £96.60. Considering the RTI and solar generation, the new owners will receive a net income of £229 /month until April 2026, reducing to £75.65/month until April 2037. Both figures are index linked, an overall inflation proofed saving of £51179, between now and April 2037.

Directions

From the agents Ledbury Office proceed to the traffic lights continuing straight over towards Malvern. Continue along this road for approximately 2 miles, as you go round a right hand bend and start to climb up hill, take the right hand turning signposted Eastnor. Follow this road until you reach a crossroads, turning left towards Castlemorton. Follow this road for approximately a mile taking the right hand turn signposted Birts Street and Birtsmorton. Continue along this road until you reach the Farmers Arms pub where you take the left hand turn, keep on this road bearing around a sharp left bend. The property can then be found on the left hand side as indicated by the for sale board.

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Council Tax

COUNCIL TAX BAND "F"
This information may have been obtained by telephone call only and applicants are advised to consider obtaining written confirmation.

Energy Perfomance Certificate

The EPC rating for this property is C (76).

Viewing

By appointment to be made through the Agent's Ledbury Office (Tel: )

General

Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request.

John Goodwin FRICS has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formally verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract.

Tenure

We are advised (subject to legal confirmation) that the property is freehold.

Marketed by: John Goodwin, Ledbury