The Old Rectory STOCKTON ON TEME, WORCESTERSHIRE WR6 6UT
The Old Rectory Stockton on Teme, Worcestershire
A splendid country property with breathtaking views, wonderful proportions, bags of character and a substantial two storey coach house/garage, partconverted to a home office, within the 0.36 acre grounds.
The Old Rectory is a striking country property sitting next to the 12th century Grade II* listed St Andrew's Church in Stockton on Teme, comprising the principal part of the original rectory built here in 1850 and set in a third of an acre.
Wonderfully spacious country property Breathtaking views to the rear Stunning 28' x 15' reception hall Farmhouse-style breakfast kitchen with Aga Superb 20' x 18' living room with log burner Separate dining room Three double bedrooms Principal bathroom plus en-suite shower room Includes detached two-storey former coach house An ideal lifestyle opportunity
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The views to the rear are truly spectacular, overlooking the adjoining Teme Valley countryside, whilst all rooms are light and spacious with beautiful proportions throughout, the accommodation extending to a very comfortable 2831 sq ft. Set back from the lane behind a long gravel driveway serving the property and its neighbour, the forecourt provides private parking for several cars and is adjacent to the former coach house; a very substantial detached two-storey brick & tile building circa 1300 sq ft, measuring over 42' in length. With double wooden entrance doors both front & rear, this provides excellent garage/ workshop space with the further benefit of a first floor office and adjacent store room, ideal for home working. The house itself has a most attractive frontage, with brick flower beds, a paved patio and entrance porch giving way to a stunning reception hall (28' x 15' max), providing an impressive sense of arrival. The hall provides an expansive living space with wood flooring, and a guest cloakroom off, featuring tiled floor, WC and cabinet with tabletop hand basin. There are two further large reception rooms to the rear, both with outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. The superb dual aspect living room (approx 20' x 18') has a feature fireplace with log burner set on a slate hearth with a marble surround, and a large bay window to the front, whilst the separate dining room features original wooden window shutters and wood flooring, with an ornamental corner fireplace and door to rear porch.
“We fell in love with The Old Rectory as soon as we walked through the front door into the stunning galleried hall and saw the breathtaking views of the Teme Valley below......”
The farmhouse-style kitchen has ample space for a dining table & chairs and is fitted with a range of cabinets finished in a Farrow & Ball light grey, also featuring a two-oven Aga (LPG), tile-effect floor, solid wooden work surfaces and integral appliances to include an electric double oven/grill, microwave, four-ring gas hob, dishwasher & fridge. The adjacent utility room has a Belfast sink, Worcester LPGfired boiler installed in 2024 and external side door. The property also has a sizeable cellar which is accessed via an outside trap door positioned to the front of the house. From the reception hall, a quarter-turn staircase leads up to the first floor galleried landing which looks down over part of the hall and leads off to the three double bedrooms and bathroom, and two useful storage cupboards. The master bedroom has a full length and full height range of fitted wardrobes, with windows looking out towards the church at the front and with breathtaking views to the rear. There is also a large en-suite shower room with tiled floor, heated towel radiator, WC, Victorian-style console hand basin and cubicle with mixer shower. The second bedroom also has a full range of fitted wardrobes incorporating hot water cylinder and airing cupboard, whilst there is also a third double bedroom plus a small box room. The generously sized principal bathroom features a tiled floor with wall panelling to half height, a spacious storage cupboard and a Victorian-style suite comprising 'his & hers' pedestal hand basins, WC and cubicle with Triton electric shower.
Outside, the rear gardens include an extensive paved patio providing a perfect space for outdoor entertaining, with steps down to a lower lawned garden and fabulous uninterrupted views across the valley. There is also a small circular paved seating area on the lower lawn. A gravel path leads to a separate paved terrace with garden shed and new LPG tank fitted in 2026. A large log store will be found next to the coach house. In all this is a wonderful country home offering an enviable lifestyle amidst some of Worcestershire's finest, unspoilt countryside, well deserving of a personal inspection.
"We’ve enjoyed being part of a friendly village life community and it has been a privilege and blessing to call this special and historical building our home."
The Seller’s View “The Old Rectory in Stockton on Teme, our beautiful home for the last seven years, is nestled in the heart of the Worcestershire countryside, surrounded by farmland and an abundance of nature.
We fell in love with The Old Rectory as soon as we walked through the front door into the stunning galleried hall and saw the breathtaking views of the Teme Valley below. The house is a gem of Victorian architecture, incredibly spacious, with large rooms, high ceilings and lots of natural light. The property is full of character from the stunning marble fireplace with log burner, to the bespoke ironwork terrace railings to the rear, offering uninterrupted views of the valley.
We’ve enjoyed being part of a friendly village life community and it has been a privilege and blessing to call this special and historical building our home.”
"large rooms, high ceilings, lots of light"
Tenure Freehold Services Mains electricity & water are connected. Drainage is to a shared septic tank Heating & Glazing An LPG-fired central heating system is installed The majority of windows are secondary glazed Local Authority Malvern Hills District Council Council Tax Rating Band F Broadband Ultrafast available in this location (Ofcom) Mobile Good outdoors, variable in home (Ofcom) Estate Agent Contact Details David Jones 01562 546606/ 07958 915717 david.jones@prestigepropertyexperts.co.uk
Amenities/Distances Abberley General Store 1.9 miles Great Witley Doctors Surgery 3.4 miles The Chantry School 6.8 miles Stourport-on-Severn 8 miles Worcester City Centre 14 miles Birmingham City Centre 30 miles Birmingham Airport 40 miles
About the area Stockton on Teme A small village located 14 miles north-west of Worcester. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. St. Andrew's Church (pictured bottom left) dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade I listed building known for its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows. The nearby village of Abberley has a general store, two churches, primary school, village hall, 5 star AA rated village inn, The Manor Arms. The famous Abberley Clock Tower (pictured bottom right) is a renowned local landmark forming part of the Grade II* listed former Abberley Hall private school, originally dating from 1883 and said to be visible from six counties. Just up the road at the neighbouring village of Pensax, you'll find a traditional village pub The Bell, whilst just over a mile away from home is The Elms Hotel & Spa offering fine dining in delightful surroundings. At Stanford Bridge 1.6 miles away there is another pub, The Bridge, and a range of small independent shops at Mill Farm.
Worcester City A vibrant university city, with renowned independent schools, a thriving retail sector, buzzing nightlife and a wealth of cultural interests in the arts, history and sport. Famous as the birthplace of Edward Elgar (composer of ‘Land of Hope & Glory’) the English Civil War ended here in 1651 following the defeat of Charles II by Cromwell’s army. Worcester is also the last resting place of King John, who is buried at the 11th Century cathedral (pictured top).