Stoke Prior, Worcestershire

STOKE MEADOW COTTAGE

Stoke Meadow Cottage is a deceptively spacious property, which was originally three terraced cottages in circa 1850, before being converted into this six bedroom family home situated in the very popular village of Stoke Prior. There are many discerning features within this versatile period property which was also the village Post Office in the 1940s and still has the original Post Office window in the sitting room. The property includes a large open plan luxury kitchen with a dining and sitting area with bi-fold doors which lead out to the rear gardens. Extensive private gardens with a garden office and garaging complement the property as well as a 3.5 acre (approximately) paddock with a separate gated entrance.

Ground Floor:

A large traditional wooden door leads into a spacious hallway which has a large recently fitted Clear View wood burning stove and oak flooring. There is a downstairs WC leading from the hallway as well as the formal dining room which is to the left of the entrance hallway. Triple aspect windows with views over the front gardens are found in this room as well as a hatch to the cellar, feature fireplace, oak flooring and a door which leads to the snug. There is a log burner and oak flooring in this room, as well as access from the snug into the kitchen area. A formal sitting room is to the right of the entrance hallway with triple aspect windows, Clear View wood burning stove, oak flooring and access to the study.

The jewel in the crown of the property is the extended open plan kitchen and living area which was added to the rear of the main house in 2017. An attractive Harvey Jones fully fitted kitchen with an island and breakfast bar has extensive storage cupboards, double Belfast sink, granite worktops and a range of appliances including a built-in dishwasher, integrated bins, Miele oven and microwave and a Miele induction hob. There is a traditional Esse range cooker which is fuelled with logs and gives warmth to the large room and helps to heat the hot water. Farrow and Ball paint has been used throughout to give this delightful area a modern and cosy feel. The current owners have a large farmhouse table with seating for 8 people as well as a sitting area with sofas - perfect for modern day living. Bi-fold doors lead to the patio area and rear gardens.

There is a large boot room/ utility area with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer - a useful cloaks area, double Belfast sink and the property’s boiler are all found in this room as well as a door leading to the side garden.

Seller Insight

Location was key for us when we were looking for our new home as we required good access to motorway and rail links, so this area was ideal as we’re close to the M42, M5, and the recently redeveloped train station which also has great parking facilities. We’re just a couple of miles from Bromsgrove town centre, yet it’s fantastically quiet here and we are part of a friendly little community on the lane. It’s the perfect balance and we knew it was the right one for us as soon as we walked inside,” say the owners.

“The garden was also a big plus point as it was already well established. It’s private and fully enclosed, so it’s ideal for relaxing and entertaining. We’ve celebrated 18th and 21st birthdays here with friends who brought tents and camped in the field and we’ve also hosted a charity event where we had a marquee, side stalls, and live music. The size and layout of the garden allows for large scale entertaining but it’s also a peaceful space where we enjoy wandering through the different ‘rooms’.”

“We have some beautiful country walks available right from our front door and there is plenty to do locally, including visits to Avoncroft Museum and the ever-popular Jinney Ring Craft Centre with its lovely café, workshops, and open-air events in the summer. We also have a couple of fantastic gastropubs within walking distance, as well as a traditional pub which is a real community hub where we meet up with friends to enjoy quiz nights and local live bands. It’s dog friendly too which is an added bonus.”

“We’ve lived here for 20 years now and have made some big changes during that time which has made family life wonderfully easy. We put in an extra bedroom and moved the staircase and landing to balance the layout, as well as adding a new extension to create our open plan living / dining / family room. It has bi-fold doors to the outside space and is a natural gathering point for visitors. I also like spending time in the sitting room as it’s a characterful and cosy room where I can escape from the busy hubbub and relax with a good book and glass of wine. I believe that this house could be a lot of things to a lot of people as it’s a very flexible space.”

First Floor:

A lovely oak staircase leads to the bedroom accommodation on the first floor. The main bedroom is of a substantial size and has a recently refurbished en-suite shower room with large walk-in shower, vanity unit, airing cupboard and WC. Bedrooms three and four are both large double rooms and have feature cast iron fireplaces. Bedroom two has lovely views over the rear garden and built-in oak wardrobes. Bedroom five is another double sized room and bedroom six is the smallest of the bedrooms but would be perfect as a nursery or upstairs study. The family bathroom has been upgraded to a high standard and includes a bath with a shower over, attractive built-in wooden units which houses the sink and useful storage.

Outside:

The property has a lovely approach with delightful front and rear gardens. There is ample off-road parking with a driveway approached through electric gates. A large detached double garage is found within the grounds as well as three garden sheds and a stunning modern outdoor garden office which was erected in 2019 and is perfect for those who work from home as it has electricity and heating. The gardens are made up of entertaining patio areas, mature trees, flower borders and lovely lawned areas which are edged by the River Salwarpe. There is a wooden bridge, perfect for playing Pooh sticks, which leads to newly refurbished wooden stairs giving access to the fenced paddock which is approximately 3.5 acres. Some of the benefits of living in Fish House Lane are the dog walks, the local pubs - within walking distance are The Ewe and Lamb, The Navigation, Hanbury Turn and The Queens Head

LOCATION

Stoke Meadow Cottage is located in Stoke Prior, in the south of Bromsgrove. Some of the benefits of living in Fish House Lane are the dog walks and the local pubs - within walking distance are The Ewe and Lamb, The Navigation, Hanbury Turn and The Queens Head.

Bromsgrove is a former market town, identified in the Doomsday Book, lying 16 miles north east of Worcester and 13 miles south of central Birmingham. It gives its name to the district council, within Worcestershire, that administers the town and surrounding semi-rural landscape, predominately to its north and east, bordering Birmingham, Wyre Forest and Wychavon.

The town has a thriving community with well supported football, cricket, rugby, tennis and hockey clubs. There is an increasingly prolific gastro culture with cafes, restaurants and pubs, as well as a variety of high street names including Waitrose. Droitwich is also nearby, with a larger Waitrose and other supermarkets as well as independent shops and florists, and an outdoor lido. There is also a train station with trains to Birmingham and to Worcester.

The cathedral city of Worcester, lying on the banks of The River Severn, provides for high street and boutique shopping, and is characterised by one of England’s great cathedrals, county cricket ground, premiership rugby club, racecourse and university. The M5 motorway (accessed via J4 of The M5 at Lydiate Ash, J1 of the M42 at Lickey End or J5 at Wychbold) provides for ready access to the north and south west, west Birmingham and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas as well as Cheltenham and its racecourse, Gloucester and Bristol. The M42 also offers access to Birmingham International Airport and the north east. Road travel to London is best via the M40 or M6/M1, both accessible from the M42.

The newly opened Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station (13 miles) is situated to the east of Worcester, off Junction 7 of the M5, and is intended to increase the capacity to London, as well as reduce journey times. This has a significant impact on Worcestershire’s accessibility to the capital and other regional centres. There is also an excellent station in Bromsgrove with direct access to Birmingham New Street.

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 (within the town itself), Winterfold House at Chaddesley Corbett, Malvern College, The Kings Schools and Royal Grammar School at Worcester, The King Edwards Schools in Birmingham and The Alcester Grammar School at Alcester in Warwickshire. Bromsgrove Pre-Prep School is also a short walk from Stoke Meadow Cottage.

For days out and recreation, Bromsgrove is well placed for ready access to the North Cotswolds and Broadway, as well as Stratford-upon-Avon, Great Malvern and The Malvern Hills, and Ludlow.

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Services

Mains electricity, gas, drainage and water

Esse wood burning stove in the kitchen

Additional Information

Property is located in a Conservation Area

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority

Bromsgrove District Council Council Tax Band G

Viewing Arrangements

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

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Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm

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 08.02.2023

VANESSA BRADFORD

Fine & Country Droitwich Spa

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email: vanessa.bradford@fineandcountry.com

Vanessa is a Real Estate specialist who has worked within the upper quartile of the property market for many years and demonstrates exceptional knowledge, experience and skill. She shows owners how to achieve the best possible prices for their homes and uses her considerable negotiating skills to ensure that all offers reach their full potential. She has grown up in Worcestershire and lives with her husband, daughter and 4 dogs in the small hamlet of Oddingley. She supports the Fine and Country Foundation, helping the homeless and less fortunate by organising charity events locally. In her spare time, she loves walking her dogs, cooking and travelling.

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