Holyoakes Lane - Bentley, Worcestershire, B97 5SR

Honey Buzzard is a truly stunning detached barn conversion set within the tranquil hamlet of Bentley in the heart of the picturesque Worcestershire countryside. This character property was designed and created by the present owners back in 2013 and is presented throughout to an incredibly high standard. This wonderful home offers three double bedrooms upstairs, with two en suite bathrooms, three fabulous reception rooms, with the option of a fourth ground floor bedroom, shower room and a beautiful contemporary breakfast kitchen. Outside are the equally impressive grounds it sits within, including a large wrap around lawned garden, generous gated gravelled driveway, a charming south facing sun terrace, carport, and a superb Dutch barn, offering incredible potential for additional living accommodation or business space subject to planning permission.

As you approach the property up the country lane you immediately appreciate the impressive design and curb appeal this family home offers. Through a five bar gated entrance, across the large, gravelled driveway we reach the two entrances into the property. For convenience the family tend to use the first of these two doors that leads directly into the boot room, however the main panelled oak front door and glazed side panels leads into the very spacious and immaculately presented entrance hall. Engineered oak flooring, exposed brickwork and the feature arched Crittall window set the theme that continues throughout Honey Buzzard. The oak stairs lead off from the reception hall and provide a convenient deep storage cupboard beneath. There is also a guest WC and fully fitted shower room, creating a useful ground floor bathroom if bedroom four is required. One of the most impressive features has to be the huge original arched doors and hinges that lead into the family room/fourth bedroom. Presently used as an office, this versatile space has painted ceiling beams and double French doors leading to the terrace and gardens beyond. To the opposite side of the reception hall is the entrance into beautiful sitting room and dining room. The sitting room makes the very most of the stunning surroundings, having tall floor to ceiling oak windows to both sides, enjoying the terrace, lawns and countryside to one side and the pretty south facing courtyard to the other. Beautiful décor and exposed beams create the perfect setting to enjoy the peace and quiet this home enjoys. With a central feature open fireplace having a tiled hearth and wood burning stove, it creates a superb focal point to be enjoyed by both reception rooms.
The open plan design moves into the equally spacious and immaculately presented dining room, again enjoying exposed beams.


Double part panelled and glazed oak doors lead from the dining area into the fabulous breakfast kitchen. Creating the perfect balance between period charm and contemporary chic, this fabulous “hub of the home” with its high vaulted exposed beams and stylish décor offers ample space for everyday casual dining, cooking and entertaining. It has a stable door that leads directly to the rear courtyard, ideal when dining al fresco during the summer months. There is an excellent range of fitted units with smart contrasting granite countertops and appliances include an integral AEG dishwasher and two slimline wine cooler fridges, set within the large centre island, and a Britannia range cooker with a gas hob set within a feature brick recess with an oak beam above. There is also a recess for an American style fridge freezer. The adjacent utility/boot room also has a good range of fitted units with granite worktops, a Belfast laundry sink, recesses for the usual appliances and a stable door offers access to the front terrace, gardens, and driveway.

Upstairs

There are three double bedrooms to the first floor, all immaculately presented and offering some wonderful views across open countryside. The spacious principal bedroom suite overlooks the gardens and has a smartly presented ensuite bathroom with a tiled floor and a white suite with a white tiled panelled bath and a rainwater shower cubicle. The light and airy landing area has a feature floor to ceiling oak framed window and lovely exposed beams. The second double bedroom suite is dual aspect and overlooks the front gardens. It is fitted with mirror fronted wardrobes and a separate airing cupboard. The ensuite shower room has a tiled floor and a rainwater shower cubicle. The third double bedroom features a beamed ceiling and overlooks the pretty views of the rear courtyard garden.

Grounds and Gardens

Perfectly in balance with the property, the delightful and generous gardens that wrap around three sides of Honey Buzzard offer an idyllic escape from daily life and the perfect space for children to play and family to enjoy and entertain. In the heart of Bentley, set back from Holyoakes Lane, the property is approached through a five bar wooden gate, across a gravel driveway which swings around the circumference of the garden to a carport area which has double wooden doors. To the front, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a mature hawthorn hedge offering complete privacy. The smart Cotswold paved terrace runs the full width of the property with an attractive retaining wall and a lavender hedge. Wide steps lead up to the large lawned area and to the top end is a feature pond with ornamental grasses and a pretty rockery. As the lawn curves around the top end of the barn, long sleepers create gentle steps down to the further paved areas and round to the carport and inner courtyard. A delightful feature of the outside space is the South facing gravelled courtyard garden with a curved wall. With original old brick walls adorned with climbing Roses and Jasmine, this idyllic suntrap creates the perfect spot for entertaining and al fresco dining. Next to the courtyard is the versatile original Dutch Barn which is part open fronted and has a side entrance to a large storage area behind. With a multitude of potential options, including joining it to the main barn, creating a fabulous separate annexe or even superb office space, all subject to planning, this additional building adds a further dimension to an already very special family home.

Local Area

The historic area of Bentley is situated between Bromsgrove and Redditch surrounded by lovely Worcestershire countryside yet within easy commuting distance to the motorway networks via the M42 and M5. The area is popular for equestrian pursuits and the canal system offers walking and cycling routes. Just a short walk up the lane takes you to the very popular Tardebigge pub and the charming craft centre and café, with the fabulous Queens Head also within walking distance. Tardebigge Church of England First School is just a short walk, with other state and private schooling nearby including the renowned Bromsgrove School and Alcester Grammar. Together with the market towns of Bromsgrove and Redditch which offer an excellent range of shopping facilities and amenities, Stratford Upon Avon, Worcester and Birmingham are also easily accessible by road or rail. Local rail networks with intercity connections are available from Bromsgrove station approximately 3 miles away.

Tenure: Freehold | EPC: C