The Lid’Ole , May Tree Road, Pershore, Lower Moor, WR10 2NY

A 450-year-old Grade II listed character farmhouse with income potential and a unique story to tell

As you arrive at The Lid Hole, you're immediately greeted by its picture-perfect setting. A beautifully landscaped front garden sets the tone, with two separate driveways providing ample parking and versatile access, ideal for families, guests, or even multi-generational living.

This historic 450-year-old thatched farmhouse is rich with character and history. Once part of a working farm, the property originally stretched all the way to the river and was home to cattle and orchards. Known locally as a "cider house", it’s even believed to have been a place where people would gather on the lawn to drink cider, hence the traditional sign still displayed proudly on the front of the house today.

Step through the charming gate, bearing the name “The Lid’Ole” and follow the path through a neat hedgerow to the main entrance. This welcoming front door opens into a stylish and inviting hallway with a polished yorkstone floor, you will find a beautifully finished downstairs shower room tucked conveniently to one side, perfect for guests or post-garden cleanups.

Just off the hall, you'll find a cosy snug, the ideal place for curling up with a book or creating a quiet reading nook, while you keep warm by the log burner. Continue around and you're led into the main lounge, a truly impressive space with a large Inglenook fireplace taking centre stage and finished with a beautiful yorkstone floor, perfect for hosting or relaxing in comfort and character.

From here, the layout flows effortlessly into the heart of the home: a charming kitchen-breakfast room, completed with an 'Aga' brimming with style and practicality and opening directly out into the rear garden. But before you reach the kitchen, there’s a fabulous modern conservatory-style space, ideal as a garden room, additional dining area, or peaceful retreat to soak up the surroundings.

Beyond the kitchen is a standout feature: a second lounge that offers excellent potential for a self-contained annex or Airbnb. This part of the home includes a dedicated utility room, which could easily be reconfigured into a kitchenette as it benefits from its own separate entrance and driveway. Upstairs in this section, you'll find two bedrooms and a well-appointed bathroom with bath and shower over. The current owner has run a successful Airbnb from this wing in the past, welcoming guests looking for a charming countryside escape. With the home’s heritage, flexible layout, and welcoming setting, the potential for continued short-stay income is already proven.

Back at the main entrance staircase, heading upstairs brings you to a large principal bedroom which is bright and airy with high ceilings. Along the landing, you'll find a separate WC and a second double bedroom, which connects to a dressing room or potential nursery. This charming little space features a miniature child-sized door that links (secretly!) to the annex side of the house, adding an extra sense of fun and flexibility to the layout, don't forget to keep a look for the wooden elm floorboards throughout the upstairs.

Outside, the garden offers a lovely balance of lawn and patio areas, but it’s also home to a hidden gem: a fantastic arts and crafts studio. This beautiful, versatile building features two separate rooms and is brimming with potential, whether you're an artist, a hobbyist, in need of a home office or simply want a space to make your own. From this creative retreat, a pretty pathway leads you to the rear access of the double garage, tying the garden together beautifully and adding yet another layer of lifestyle flexibility to this truly unique home.

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LOCATION LOCATION
Tucked away in the peaceful village of Lower Moor, The Lid Hole offers the rare blend of countryside charm with real community spirit and excellent connectivity, only 20 minuets drive from The Cotswolds.

Within the village itself, you’ll find a well-equipped playing field—complete with a basketball net, children’s play area, and plenty of open green space for families and dog walkers alike. There’s also an active agricultural church down Church Lane, and the village hall plays a vital role in local life, hosting regular events and even a weekly post office every Thursday.

Just a short stroll away at the bottom of Bridge Street lies a beautiful nature reserve, ideal for peaceful walks, birdwatching, or a breath of fresh air. And for longer rambles or riverside scenery, the nearby River Avon offers glorious country walks in all seasons. You also have the local pub “The Chestnut’ which serves Sunday lunch and has music nights at the weekends.

The surrounding villages are dotted with welcoming country pubs, particularly in Wyre Piddle, Fladbury, and other nearby hamlets, it is perfect for Sunday lunches or summer drinks by the water.

Families are well catered for when it comes to education, with Fladbury First School close by, Pinvin Middle School, and Pershore High School for secondary education. You also have the option of a number of Private schools close by including Kings School and Royal Grammar School in Worcester and Bowbrook School in Peopleton.

For commuters, Lower Moor is incredibly well-connected. Pershore railway station offers direct trains to London Paddington, and the nearby Worcestershire Parkway station links you straight to Birmingham, Cheltenham, and Worcester. The M5 and M42 motorways are also within easy reach, making travel by road just as convenient.

Meanwhile, the charming market town of Pershore is only a short drive away. It’s home to a stunning abbey, independent restaurants, cafés, traditional pubs, and essential amenities such as supermarkets, a post office, and river walks. The town is also well known for its community events, including the much-loved Plum Festival, a monthly Craft and Produce Market (held on the first Saturday of each month), an annual Mop Fair, and a lively music festival that brings the streets to life.

Whether you're looking for village tranquillity, local character, or quick connections to the city, The Lid Hole offers it all, surrounded by natural beauty, friendly faces, and a true sense of place.

FAQ's;
Council Tax band G
Mains Water/ Gas/ Electricity and Sewerage
Worcester Bosh Combi Boiler
Loft - Partially boarded and fully Insulated
The thatch roof was reconditioned and new ridge put on in the last 3 years.

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