Norton, Worcestershire

Naunton Farmhouse

Church Lane | Norton | Worcestershire | WR5 2PS

NAUNTON FARMHOUSE

Prepare to be captivated by the grandeur of this magnificent Grade II Listed property. Boasting a remarkable double fronted elevation and steeped in history, including the original servant bells, this impressive seven bedroom detached home is a true masterpiece and has been a family home for 39 years. Nestled in the heart of west Worcestershire and benefiting from a countryside setting as well as having easy access to Worcester City Centre, this exquisite property also features a one-bedroom annex, high status period features and is circa 6,928 sq/ft.

Ground Floor:

Walking through the door at the classic double fronted Georgian frontage of Naunton Farmhouse takes you into an entrance hallway with the original servant bells which are also on the secondary servant stairs from the ground floor to the attic. To the right is a door leading into the annex, to the left is the spacious sitting room with a large sash window and fabulous fireplace with an open fire. The hallway leads you to the country style kitchen/ breakfast room with a solid fuel Aga. Flowing off the kitchen is a snug with a log burner and original stain glass, this could be utilised as an office. The hallway leads to the beautiful mini banqueting hall with a vaulted beamed ceiling, double glazed doors leading onto a patio and a grand double door leading to the front of the property. There is a utility room and WC situated next to the side door.

Seller Insight

Built in the latter part of the 18th century, this very handsome seven-bedroom period home – which also boast a spacious one-bedroom self-contained annex – occupies a picturesque rural location just six miles from the historic city centre of Worcester.

“We moved here 39 years ago, and it was the fact that it was a really lovely and very spacious family home that initially drew us to the property,” says the owner. “The previous owners had been here for 40 years, so it’s been much loved, and I think we knew it was the perfect place to raise our family pretty much the minute we set foot through the front door.”

“We came here as a multi-generational family as my in-laws also came to live with us, and another reason we chose this house was the fact that it offered enough space for us to be able to convert a portion of the building into a really gorgeous one-bed annex. It was lovely to have my husband’s parents so close, it gave us great peace of mind as they got older, and it was wonderful for our children to be able to grow up being able to spend quality time with their grandparents every day.”

“The house is very spacious and hugely characterful. It’s been modernised to a certain degree over time, but it still retains every bit of its original character and charm. There are lots of lovely features, including the old servants’ bells, the big flagstones in the kitchen, large sash windows and the rather impressive cellar door, which is a particular favourite of mine. It’s a beautiful period house, but for us it’s been a wonderful family home and one that’s been really conducive to modern family life.”

“Another gorgeous feature is the garden, which was what sold the property to my husband. It extends to around an acre, wraps right the way around the house and all of the planting is wonderfully mature so the outlook is just lovely. We have open lawns, a huge pond with a little island in the middle that’s home to a family of ducks, and there’s also a small swimming pool. The house and garden were very popular with our children’s friends, especially the swimming pool and the boys would always play football in the back garden! Great fun! It was a magical environment for them to grow up in, and for my husband and I it’s a lovely place to sit out and relax, particularly when the sun is shining.”

“The kitchen, in which we have a lovely Aga, is the heart of the home, but the most impressive space is without doubt the huge dining hall. Visitors are usually impressed by the vaulted ceiling, which gives a tremendous feeling of space, and includes lots of really attractive period features. Overall, the property is fantastic for big family gatherings at Christmas and for our children’s birthday parties.”

“The location of the house is something else that we’ve enjoyed. We’re surrounded by rolling countryside, and yet at the same time we’re only 15 minutes from a bustling city centre. We also have a lovely farm shop quite literally across the road so everything we need is within easy reach.”

“The annex is a superb feature. As well as a generous amount of accommodation, it also has its own private garden and a parking space. It was a lovely home for my in-laws, and in more recent years it has been rented out, so it’s generated a good amount of income.”

“This has been such a happy home and a wonderful place to raise our four children, but they have flown the nest and so the house is simply too big for just my husband and I,” says the owner. “It needs a new family to fill it and enjoy all it has to offer, and I’ve no doubt that the new owners will love living here every bit as much as we have.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

First Floor

The first floor is configured of four double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Both the main bedroom and bedroom 2 have ensuite shower rooms and fitted wardrobes.

Second Floor: The second floor has three double bedrooms; one of which has a separate access staircase and it’s own large landing space.

Annex:

There is an attached one bedroom annex with it’s own private entrance, garden and parking space, however it can also be accessed via the main house. The annex has a kitchen/breakfast room, a large living room with a fireplace and a bedroom with an ensuite shower room.

Outside:

Naunton Farmhouse is approached along a private driveway and has parking to the front and side of the property. There is a lawned garden upon entrance with a pond. To the rear of the property is a private lawned garden and useable swimming pool (in need of restoration). Gardens surround the property, and the annex currently has it’s owned fenced off garden.

The property has substantial cellar space with high ceilings, windows and access from both the property and outside. A wealth of potential.

LOCATION

Naunton Farmhouse is situated close to Ombersley in the village of Holt Heath. The property is in the catchment area for the popular Chantry School in Martley. For primary schooling there is the Grimley & Holt C of E Primary School and Omberlsey Endowed First School, both of which are highly rated by Oftsed. The farm shop in Omberlsey and Broomsfield’s of Holt farm shop are both a few miles away, the village post office and shop in Holt Heath is just a few minutes away.

The village of Ombersley is arguably the most sought-after village in Worcestershire given its history, amenities and strategic location. The main street has chocolate box charm with its array of black and white buildings, and the beautiful Saint Andrews Church. The services and amenities include Checketts delicatessen, gastro pubs, restaurants, First School, golf club, tennis and cricket club. There is also a modern doctor’s surgery.

The county town and cathedral city of Worcester, lying on the banks of the River Severn (6.5 miles south), provides for high street and boutique shopping, and characterised by one of England’s great cathedrals, its racecourse, county cricket ground and university.

The M5 motorway (junction 7 at south Worcester) provides for ready access to Birmingham (49 miles) and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas, as well as Birmingham International Airport (35 miles) and the M40. London (132 miles) is best accessed by the M40, via the M5/M42. The M5 south also provides for commuting to Cheltenham and its racecourse (34 miles), Gloucester and Bristol (71 miles). The Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station, situated to the east of Worcester, off junction 7 of the M5, is intended to increase the capacity to London as well as reduced journey times. This has a significant impact on Worcestershire’s accessibility to the capital and other regional centres.

If education is a priority, then Worcestershire is blessed with an enviable mix of schooling at all levels, including a variety of independent establishments, allowing parents to select the right environment for their children’s needs. These include Bromsgrove School, Malvern College and both The Kings Schools and Royal Grammar School closer by at Worcester. The Abberley Hall Preparatory School is only 7.8 miles away and in the maintained sector the Chantry Secondary School at Martley, one of the very best in Worcestershire, which is also only 6.7 miles away.

For days out and recreation, Naunton Farmhouse is well placed for ready access to the north Cotswolds and Broadway, as well as Stratford-uponAvon, Great Malvern and the Malvern Hills, Hereford and Ludlow and the west coast of Wales, at Aberdovey.

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Services

Mains electricity and water

Private drainage shared with the barns

Solid fuel Aga

Annex – Oil-fired central heating

Please note there is no central heating in the main house

Fast broadband

Tenure

Freehold

Local Authority

Malvern District Council

Council Tax Band G.

Annex – Council Tax Band A.

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01905 678111.

Website

For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm

Saturday 9.00 am – 1.00 pm

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 15.05.2023

HALINA DAY

Fine & Country Droitwich Spa

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email: halina.day@fineandcountry.com

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