Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire

Long Barn

Huddington Hill Farm | Huddington | Droitwich Spa | WR9 7LL

LONG BARN

A Grade II Listed, three-bedroom barn conversion situated in a tranquil setting in the Worcestershire countryside. Impeccably presented and offering a wealth of desirable features, including two elegant reception rooms and a kitchen flooded with natural light, complete with a stylish island. Long Barn boasts a beautifully maintained garden, a summer house and a triple car garage with an office suite above.

Ground Floor

Walking through the entrance door from the garden takes you into a generously proportioned hallway with stairs leading off to the first floor. From here you flow seamlessly into the dining hall, with solid oak stable door to the rear courtyard, and leads you to a well-appointed kitchen featuring integrated appliances, a central kitchen island with a convenient breakfast bar, and natural light pouring in through dual aspect windows. At the opposite end of the property, there is a spacious sitting room, complete with a cosy log burner, double glazed doors that open up to the garden, and exposed beams adding character. Lastly, a convenient WC completes the ground floor amenities.

Seller Insight

Occupying a picturesque rural location deep in the Worcestershire countryside is Long Barn, an extremely attractive, Grade II Listed barn conversion that forms part of a small farmstead development. “The views over rolling farmland are magnificent and we are surrounded by public footpaths and bridleways which is great for daily walks with our cocker spaniel. We also enjoy walking to the surrounding villages to partake in breakfast, lunch, and sometimes dinner in the local pubs,” say the owners.

“The barn is absolutely gorgeous, both inside and out, with nicely proportioned rooms and a layout that flows exceptionally well. It has been brought right up to modern standards, whilst still retaining a great deal of its original charm, including beautiful old beams, and the large brick fireplace with log burner, which creates a really cosy atmosphere when the fire is roaring away. The contemporary, farmhouse-style kitchen and stylish bathrooms add a touch of luxury, and modern technology is fully embraced through underfloor heating and an air source heat pump to provide all the heating and hot water.”

“The views are particularly stunning from the main bedroom and it’s the perfect spot to relax with a good book or watch the birds feeding in the garden. Our binoculars are always within easy reach ready for that moment when the blue tits decide to fledge their nest in the box on the summerhouse. We also look out over the beautiful garden which has undergone a makeover over the last year which included the installation of raised beds to grow herbs and vegetables. The garden is so peaceful and relaxing and there are numerous places to sit, relax, and entertain.”

“Perhaps our most favourite place to spend time is in the kitchen where we have enjoyed entertaining friends and family, dancing around the island, cooking together, and playing board games. It is fondly known by our daughters as the party room! The triple garage has office space above, so it’s fantastic for those wishing to work from home but it also has the potential to be converted into a separate bedroom suite or annexe.”

“We are relocating for career and family reasons, so although our time here has been short, we will be sad to leave as it’s been a wonderful place to call home and we will take many happy memories with us.”*

* 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 three double bedroom suites. The main bedroom has a dressing room, ensuite shower room and triple aspect windows.

Outside:

Accessed via a private lane, Long Barn offers ample gravel parking in both the shared courtyard and next to the triple garage. The triple garage itself can be accessed via a gate in the garden and boasts an office suite, thoughtfully equipped with its own WC. There is an entertaining patio, a well-maintained level lawn, and a water feature, creating an inviting outdoor space. Embraced by picturesque countryside views, this remarkable property provides a serene and idyllic setting for tranquil living.

LOCATION

Long Barn is situated in the Worcestershire countryside near the village of Himbleton. A quintessential English village, the focal point of which is the Galton Arms pub. Himbleton is also blessed with a thriving primary school, active village cricket club and parish church.

The cathedral city of Worcester (7.6 miles), lying on the banks of the river Severn, provides for high street and boutique shopping, and characterised by one of England’s great cathedrals, county cricket ground, premiership rugby club, racecourse and university.

The M5 motorway provides for ready access to Birmingham and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas, as well as Birmingham International Airport and the M40. London is best accessed by the M40, via the M5/M42. The M5 south also provides for commuting to Cheltenham and its racecourse, Gloucester and Bristol. The Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station (8.8 miles) 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 already had a significant impact on Worcestershire’s accessibility to the capital and other regional centres. Warwick Parkway (27 miles) provides fast, direct trains directly into London and Birmingham.

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 School and Royal Grammar School closer by at Worcester.

For days out and recreation, Long Barn 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 Warwick.

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Services

Mains water and electricity

Private drainage via a sewage treatment plan

Air source pump supplying hot water and underfloor heating

Additional Information

Shared driveway and sewage plant.

Right of access at the back of the garden to access the farmhouse next door.

An estate rent charge, service charge or maintenance contribution of £500 per year is required for the maintenance of shared amenities.

Tenure

Freehold

Local Authority

Wychavon District Council Council Tax Band F

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 24.05.2023

HALINA DAY

Fine & Country Droitwich Spa

T: 01905 678111 | M: 07920 857 582

email: halina.day@fineandcountry.com

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Fine & Country Droitwich Spa

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