Sandy Bank, Bewdley

A Grade II Listed, two/three bedroom, semi-detached cottage, offering generous accommodation arranged over three floors with an abundance of original character, including exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and a standout feature fireplace. Dating back to the 17th century and once two cottages but now combined into one, the property offers a spacious dual-aspect living room, master bedroom with a dressing area, second bedroom with mezzanine storage above and a renovated lower ground floor room offering natural daylight and versatile accommodation, suitable for use as a third bedroom if desired. Situated within walking distance from the heart of Bewdley, the property also boasts the rare luxury of a private driveway to the rear, via Orchard Rise along with a delightful rear patio garden.

Living Room:
Positioned at the front of the house, the well-proportioned living room enjoys dual aspect secondary glazed windows to both the front and side elevations and includes radiators, stairs leading to both the first floor and down to the lower ground floor and a side entrance door giving pedestrian access to Sandy Bank, though currently only openable from the inside. The standout feature of this room, however, is the raised, brick, corner fireplace housing a log burning stove, with large side alcoves complemented by exposed beams and a central support timber beam.

Kitchen Diner:
To the rear, the generous kitchen diner is fitted with a range of white cupboards, complemented by solid oak work surfaces and wall shelving. Features include a Belfast sink with mixer tap, Belling 5 ring, 3 oven electric range cooker, recess and plumbing for a laundry appliance, terracotta tiled flooring, two separate stable doors opening onto the rear garden patio and leading to the private driveway, secondary glazed windows to the rear elevation and a radiator.

Lower Ground Floor:
The basement level has been refurbished to create a versatile additional space, ideal as a hobbies room, office or playroom, with the ability to be easily used as a third bedroom if required. It includes secondary glazed windows to the front, a radiator and a practical store cupboard.

First Floor Landing:
The first-floor landing gives access to the two bedrooms and bathroom and has an internal window to bedroom two.

Bedroom One:
The principal bedroom begins with a dressing area fitted with built-in wardrobes, before stepping up into the bedroom area, forming a spacious double room, with a vaulted, beamed ceiling, rear-facing secondary glazed window and radiator.

Bedroom Two:
A well-proportioned double room with secondary glazed windows to the front, an internal window from an alcove overlooking the stairs and landing, radiator and paddle staircase, which leads up to a delightful mezzanine currently used as a play area with excellent storage potential.

Bathroom:
Beautifully appointed with a stylish white suite comprising a traditional claw-foot bath with mixer tap and telephone-style shower attachment, separate shower cubicle with rainfall-style shower and handheld attachment, low level flush WC and a vanity wash basin with mixer tap complete with complementary tiling to walls and floor, a secondary glazed window to the rear elevation, a radiator and a useful store cupboard.

Outside:
The property can be approached from either Orchard Rise, off Park Lane or Sandy Bank. From Orchard Rise there is a private driveway providing parking, with steps and a pathway descending into the private rear patio garden, complete with flower beds and side access leading around to the front. From Sandy Bank, the house enjoys an elevated position above the road, reached by steps rising from the pavement to a side entrance door.

This distinctive property and its unique wealth of character, surprisingly spacious accommodation and excellent proximity to the town centre can only be fully appreciated upon a personal visit. Early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Location:
Situated on the banks of the River Severn and the edge of the Wyre Forest, Bewdley has been described as “the most perfect small town in Worcestershire”. The town enjoys a good choice of pubs, cafes and restaurants, along with small independent shops, craft studios, a brewery, a local museum, a selection of sports clubs, and a number of churches. Being approximately 20 miles southwest of Birmingham and 15 miles north of Worcester, Bewdley is served by a good motorway network with excellent links to the M5, M6, M40, and M42. Birmingham International Airport is approximately 45 minutes away and the mainline train station in Kidderminster has regular services to and from Worcester, Malvern, Birmingham, and London.

Schooling:
The town is fortunate to benefit from two primary schools and a high school, all rated as Good by Ofsted in their most recent inspections. The independent sector is also well catered for locally with a fine selection of schools available nearby in Kidderminster, Chaddesley Corbett, Abberley, Bromsgrove, and Worcester.

Tenure:
Freehold

Services:
All mains services are connected

Local Authority:
Wyre Forest District Council

Council Tax:
Band E