Alfrick, Worcester

£895,000

Guide price

Knapp Barn is a truly stunning contemporary barn conversion set in a generous plot, found in an idyllic location neighbouring the Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve, close to the popular village of Alfrick and with a wonderful rural outlook. The immaculate and spacious accommodation comprises: Hallway, utility room, snug, bespoke kitchen with pantry, full height vaulted central dining hall, snug area with wood burner, sitting room, master bedroom with dressing room and bathroom, three further bedrooms each with an en-suite. The ground floor bedroom would work very well as an annex arrangement for semi-independent living. Set in enclosed gardens, with gated driveway, there is a detached outbuilding that is set up as a home bar/games room with WC on the ground floor and store room over, The barn sits centrally within its landscaped gardens with lovely views and has a generous driveway. We highly recommend an early internal viewing to appreciate the position, plot and immaculate, flexible accommodation on offer.

LOCATION

Nestled in a scenic rural setting next door to the beautiful Knapp & Papermill Nature Reserve, the local village is Alfrick that is renowned by its residents for its amenities. The village boasts a local shop, post office, coffee shop and village hall. Furthermore, its location places it within an enviable catchment area renowned for quality schools in Worcester, Malvern and Hereford.

Malvern is a thriving spa town well positioned for Worcester and Birmingham, with easy access to the motorway network and direct mainline trains to London. The Malvern Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty are the dominant feature of the landscape. It is also a renowned cultural centre with an excellent theatre and cinema, leisure centre, swimming pool and several sports clubs.

Malvern has very good shopping facilities, a Waitrose superstore in the town centre and there are a wide range of independent retailers on a busy high street. More comprehensive facilities can be found in Cheltenham and the Cathedral city of Worcester, which caters for most needs.

ENTRANCE & HALLWAY

A porch over the solid wooden front door opens into the hallway, that opens to the snug at the rear which in turn leads to the downstairs bedroom, doors also to the Kitchen and the Utility

KITCHEN

4.42 m x 5.41m (14'6 m x 17'8 )

Front facing window overlooks the frontage. The bespoke Harvey Jones fitted kitchen suite has solid wooden work tops, cupboards and drawers, four ring induction hob with extractor over, twin Belfast sink, Neff electric oven and integrated dishwasher. There is a good sized walk in larder and an opening between original timber work to:

VAULTED DINING HALL

5.42m x 4.20m (17'9 x 13'9 )

With glazed full height coach windows to front and rear with full height coach door incorporated, flagstone flooring with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and timbers, two staircases lead up to the first floor, opens to;

SNUG AREA

4.51m x 5.47m (14'9 x 17'11 )

Part of the L shaped sitting room is fitted with a Morso log burner with fitted bookshelf and stone hearth, store cupboard, open to;

SITTING ROOM

5.19m x 5.35m (17'0 x 17'6 )

Triple aspect windows, walk in store cupboard, French doors to side with far reaching garden and rural views.

UTILITY ROOM

3.18m x 2.10m (10'5 x 6'10 )

With cream storage units and solid wood tops, Belfast sink, space and plumbing for washing machine and other appliances.

SNUG

3.13m x 4.71m (10'3 x 15'5 )

Would make a ideal sitting room if this section was set out as an annex. A lovely light room with French doors to the garden and a doorway through to:

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM THREE

3.36m x 3.20m (11'0 x 10'5 )

Another bright room with dual windows and door offering access to the outside. Small corridor to;

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM

1.92m x 1.76m (6'3 x 5'9 )

With walk in shower cubicle, low level WC and wash basin.

FIRST FLOOR

The additional bedroom accommodation is accessed from two oak staircases to either end of the property.

MASTER BEDROOM

5.56m x 5.20m (18'2 x 17'0 )

With vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and timbers, solid oak floor and open rural views to the side aspect, having a screened dressing area and bathroom suite.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM

3.11m x 2.68m (10'2 x 8'9 )

Velux style window, With roll top bath, low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, double width walk in shower and heated towel rail. Spot lighting.

STUDY AREA

4.44m x 1.54m (14'6 x 5'0 )

To this end of the first floor is an open mezzanine study area with part glazed balustrade overlooking the dining hall area below.

BEDROOM TWO

5.50m x 3.26m (18'0 x 10'8 )

Bedroom two having oak flooring, vaulted ceilings with stunning views.

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM

3.53m x 1.36m (11'6 x 4'5 )

With a low flush, WC, shower cubicle, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

BEDROOM FOUR/GYM

3.54m x 2.76m (11'7 x 9'0 )

Velux window, having oak flooring, vaulted ceilings and open looking across the dining area with an en-suite shower room.

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM

3.60m x 1.36m (11'9 x 4'5 )

With shower cubicle, low flush WC, pedestal hand basin and heated towel rail.

OUTBUILDING - HOME BAR/GAMES ROOM/POTENTIAL ANNEX

GAMES ROOM/BAR

5.32m x 4.61m (17'5 x 15'1 )

Fully established as a home pub with bar, seating areas and room for pool table and dart board. Flexible space which could be utilised as an office, studio or additional living accommodation.

WC

With external access, guest WC with close coupled WC and hand basin.

OUTSIDE

From the shared private track, the gated stone driveway to the front of the barn provides parking for a number of vehicles. The barn sits centrally within its generous plot with sweeping lawns to the rear with additional seating area and hot tub, greenhouse and an immediate terrace to the rear. To the south is a further seating area with alpine garden and carefully planted flowering and shrub border, with lawns beyond which leads to a sloping wild garden with trees at the bottom. The property enjoys a peaceful situation with lovely rural views.

DIRECTIONS

From the Malvern office of Allan Morris, head north on the Worcester Road (A449) to the traffic lights at Link Top. Bear left onto Newtown Road which becomes Leigh Sinton Road. Proceed to the T Junction and turn left onto A4103. Take the right hand turn into Sherridge Road signed Alfrick. After approximately 1.2 miles, turn left onto the Suckley Road. Follow this for just over 1.5 miles and you will see the Knapp Paper Mill on your left and a car park on your right. Turn right just after this onto the track and the property will be found on your right hand side. For more details or to arrange a viewing, please call out Malvern office on 01684 561411.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TENURE: We understand the property to be Freehold but this point should be confirmed by your solicitor.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: Only those items referred to in these particulars are included in the sale price. Other items, such as carpets and curtains, may be available by separate arrangement

SERVICES: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. Please note that we have not tested any services or appliances and their inclusion in these particulars should not be taken as a warranty.

OUTGOINGS: Local Council: Malvern Hills District Council (01684 862151); at the time of marketing the Council Tax Band is: G

ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATINGS: Current: F28 Potential: C74

SCHOOLS INFORMATION: Local Education Authority: Worcestershire LA: 01905 822700 - Herefordshire LA: 01432 260927

ASKING PRICE

Offers over £895,000 invited