Worcester, Worcestershire

101 OLD HILLS

A detached, three-bedroom bungalow with an original timber frame structure which has been renovated and extended to a high standard. 101 Old Hills has been beautifully finished throughout and features contemporary fittings such as underfloor heating and spotlights. The property is situated in the Worcestershire countryside benefiting from easy access to local amenities such as Worcestershire Parkway Train Station and Worcester City Centre.

Ground Floor:

Walking through the front doors of 101 Old Hills takes you into a spacious entrance hallway with high ceilings showcasing the orginal beams. To the right is a spacious, square reception room currently being used as a sitting room, featuring a log burner and dual aspect windows. The newly fitted kitchen boasts underfloor heating, a double Belfast sink and designated spaces for an Aga and an American style fridge/freezer. There is a breakfast area to the end of the kitchen with a pantry. The snug is situated off the kitchen and also accessed from the entrance hallway.

The main bedroom features panelling, a bay window seat and an ensuite shower room with a fabulous walk-in shower and underfloor heating. There are two further double bedrooms, a study, utility room, family bathroom and side hallway with a door leading towards the driveway.

Situated off the sitting room is a rear hallway with double glazed doors leading onto the patio, a closet / dry storage and guest cloakroom with WC

Seller Insight

As soon as we entered the property, we loved its unique character and sense of history,” say the current owners. “It used to be Ye Olde Cafe, and still maintains a cosy, welcoming atmosphere, particularly in the snug with the log burner alight in its brick-built surround in winter. Since moving in, we have modernised the interior to create the perfect blend of old and new, retaining original features such as exposed timber beams to keep the character which first drew us here.”

“We will always remember this as our first marital home,” the owners continue. “It is the ideal property for everyday life and entertaining alike, and we have loved being able to host both sides of the family for Christmas, due to the generous living space the house provides. In the summer, we have had a lot of garden parties, making use of the hot tub and enjoying barbecues with friends and family against the backdrop of the hills beyond. As this is a bungalow and we are not in a built up area, we get untainted views as well as sun in the garden all day long.”

The local area has much to recommend it, too. “We have two main local pubs that serve lovely food and drink and have a great atmosphere, especially in the summertime,” say the owners. “Within walking distance from our door are a local farm shop and café, a convenience store and a primary school, as well as a social club and a village hall that provide entertainment for the whole community. The walks in the area are outstanding, too, and we shall dearly miss stepping out of our door and strolling out over the stunning open space of Old Hills with the dogs.”*

* 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.

Outside:

101 Old Hills has a driveway to the side of the property and a small, lawned and gated area to the front of the property. To the rear of the property is a patio, well placed to capture the afternoon sun, and a modest, enclosed, private garden with a field view beyond.

LOCATION

101 Old Hills is situated in the village of Callow End, in the civil parish of Powick. The village has a church and two public houses, The Old Bush and The Bluebell.

Great Malvern (5.2 miles) retains its Victorian grandeur with its listed railway station, Priory Park, festival theatre, cinema and swimming pool. In addition, there is a mix of independent shops and cafes, as well as a Waitrose. A retail park which is 4 miles away in Malvern Link provides out of town shopping with an M&S and many other retailers.

The county town and cathedral city of Worcester lying on the banks of the River Severn, is some 5 miles south providing for high street and boutique shopping, and characterised by one of England’s great cathedrals, its racecourse, county cricket ground, premiership rugby club and university.

The newly opened 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 reduce journey times. This has a significant impact on Worcestershire’s accessibility to the capital and other regional centres. The National Railway network may also be accessed at Droitwich Spa. The M5 motorway (accessed via junction 7) provides for ready access to Birmingham and the surrounding industrial and commercial areas, as well as Birmingham International Airport and the M40. London is accessed by the M5, M42 and M40. The M5 south provides for commuting to Cheltenham and its racecourse, Gloucester, Bristol and the M50 to south Wales.

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 at Worcester, encompassing Kings Hawford and The Grange junior schools.

For days out and recreation, 101 Old Hills is well placed for access to Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham, north Cotswolds and Broadway, the Wye Valley and mid Wales.

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Services

Mains electricity and water. Oil-fired central heating and hot water.

Private drainage via a septic tank.

Tenure Freehold Local Authority Malvern District Council

Council Tax Band C

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Website

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Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm

Saturday 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

Council Tax Band C

Tenure: Freehold

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: 06.04.2023

HALINA DAY

Fine & Country Droitwich Spa

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email: halina.day@fineandcountry.com

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