Swallows Barn Cottage, Main Street, Cropthorne, WR10 3LT

Swallows Barn Cottage is a wonderfully atmospheric and thoughtfully converted three-bedroom period home in the highly desirable village of Cropthorne, Worcestershire.

Nestled on the north-west edge of the Cotswolds and set within the idyllic Vale of Evesham, the cottage enjoys a setting of rolling countryside, traditional orchards, postcard-perfect village scenes and the River Avon. 

This is classic quintessential rural living, picturesque and ideally located for easy access to surrounding market towns such as Pershore, Broadway and the wider Cotswolds region.

Dating back to c1850, this characterful property retains the romance and warmth of its heritage, sensitively improved and maintained by the current owners. It features exposed beams, brickwork, solid wooden floorboards and a traditional brick fireplace with log burner. Centrally heated and double glazed throughout.

Approached through an attractive archway with sensored lighting and recesses for log storage into a cobbled courtyard-style entrance, double solid wooden gates open to reveal a private, landscaped garden offering secure off-road parking for at least two cars.

A porch with stable door, clay-tiled floor and built-in wooden seating bench with storage beneath, provides a practical area for removing coats and boots after countryside walks. 

Beyond the period front door, the dining room has exposed beams, bricks, solid wooden floorboards, three front facing windows and a window seat overlooking the rear garden.

The sitting room is warm and inviting with a log burner set within a traditional brick fireplace, perfect for cosy evenings. A front-facing bay sash window frames charming village views which include thatched cottages and the historic Parish Church. Further period details include exposed beams, brickwork and built-in bookshelves.

The country kitchen features handcrafted wooden units, solid wood work surfaces, a Belfast sink and open shelving. Flagstone flooring, exposed beams and brickwork enhance the rustic feel. An electric Rangemaster cooker and oil-fired Worcester boiler sit within an exposed brick recess with beam over. Two windows overlook the rear garden. 

From the kitchen, a door leads to a traditionally shelved walk-in pantry with a further door opening into the utility room offering additional storage and space for a washing machine, dishwasher and tumble dryer. Both rooms have flagstone flooring and a window overlooking the rear garden.

A cloakroom with clay-tiled flooring and exposed beams is located off the hallway.

The staircase rises to a carpeted first floor with enclosed storage beneath with lighting. A spacious, galleried and vaulted landing with exposed beams and brickwork leads to three bedrooms, a family bathroom and en-suite.

The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room, built-in wardrobe and a sash window to the front overlooking the charming village scene. Two further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom with electric shower over bath.

Bedroom Two has a beamed sloping ceiling, built-in wooden bedside cupboard and window overlooking rear garden.

Bedroom Three has a vaulted ceiling, is double aspect with a dormer window overlooking rear garden with two wardrobes built into the eaves.

A fitted drop-down ladder on the landing provides access to a boarded and insulated loft with lighting.

Outside, the secure landscaped rear garden is creatively arranged to provide multiple seating areas. Generously planted with mature trees and shrubs. Climbing roses, honeysuckle and clematis drape over pergolas providing height, interest and privacy. 

The first of two patios at the rear of the property catches the morning sun and is a delightful spot to sit with a coffee or to have lunch alfresco. A further secluded patio beneath dappled shade in summer, complete with a small fish pond offers a tranquil area for relaxation and entertaining. A brick pathway leads to a wooden 18ft x 8ft shed, perfect as a workshop, creative space or office.

The heating oil tank is discreetly screened within the rear garden.