NO ONWARD CHAIN - Believed to date from 1689, this handsome and beautifully restored pre-Georgian home offers the rare combination of historic presence, generous proportions and modern comfort. The rooms display the balance and symmetry typical of the period while full triple glazing and the benefit of not being Grade II listed provide both efficiency and flexibility for future enhancement.

A broad, covered porch opens into an impressive entrance hall immediately establishing the character of the house. The dining room is a particularly atmospheric space centred around a substantial log burner and perfectly suited to long, convivial evenings. The new kitchen has been thoughtfully modernised to include plenty of wooden work tops, a breakfast bar with seating for two, a feature stone wall as well as being fitted with an electric Range cooker blending contemporary practicality with period charm.

Beyond, a useful cloakroom leads through to a superb boot room, utility and storage area; an invaluable everyday space designed to keep the main house pristine and orderly.

From the hall rises an elegant staircase framed by a striking arched feature window. To one side lies a reception room currently arranged as a playroom, while opposite sits the principal sitting room: warm, welcoming and anchored by another log burner; an inviting retreat for quieter moments or relaxed entertaining. Notably, the house retains a warmth throughout that is unusual for a property of this age.

FIRST FLOOR

The staircase leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom with both bath and separate shower. Bedroom Four is a generous double currently used as a children's room.

The principal suite is particularly impressive, measuring approximately 14"6 x 13"0 and incorporating a dressing area and en-suite shower room; rare luxuries in a home of this vintage. The bedroom enjoys views across surrounding fields, while a stone chimney breast bears the original construction date offering a tangible reminder of the property's long and distinguished history. A full wall of fitted wardrobes provides excellent storage.

Bedroom Two is another substantial king-size double, while Bedroom Three is equally symmetrical in proportion and currently used as a home office. This also benefits from built-in storage.

GROUNDS & OUTBUILDINGS

Approached directly from the road, the sweeping driveway provides extensive off-street parking for numerous vehicles. To one side lies a broad expanse of land which, subject to the appropriate consents, could offer future potential for ancillary accommodation, additional garaging or further landscaping.

A large double garage is presently arranged as a workshop, while a second outbuilding is currently used as a gym with significant storage. This also offers excellent scope for business use, studio space or further accommodation.

From the kitchen and utility/boot room doors open onto a recently laid terrace just perfect for summer entertaining, outdoor dining and long evenings with friends. Adding to the lifestyle appeal, The Red Lion public house sits directly opposite.

The gardens are generous and open, providing room for recreation, dogs to roam and children to play, along with a dedicated fire-pit area. They can be styled to suit either keen gardeners or those seeking a more relaxed outdoor setting.

This is a distinguished and engaging family home rich in history yet entirely suited to modern living. With versatile reception spaces, elegant bedrooms, excellent outbuildings and substantial grounds it offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property of genuine character and scale in a highly desirable rural setting.

Services including electricity, water and private drainage are connected to the property. A tank provides oil to a Worcester Bosch boiler. A newly installed septic tank is like a chemical plant so you can flush with confidence!

LOCATION

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Stiffords Bridge is a small hamlet on the A4103 near Cradley, Malvern forming a close-knit community of just a handful of homes and set amid open countryside. It offers an appealing balance between rural living and everyday convenience making it well suited to a wide range of people from young families and professionals to those seeking a more relaxed pace of life. The area is particularly attractive to anyone who enjoys the outdoors with excellent opportunities nearby for walking, running and hiking. Directly opposite the property is The Red Lion pub, a popular local spot in which to unwind.

The sought-after village of Cradley is close by and provides a range of useful amenities including a GP surgery, village hall, local shop and St James"s Church. Known for its friendly atmosphere, the village also benefits from strong road links making it practical for commuting and travel with easy access to Malvern, Worcester and onward towards Hereford.

Just eight minutes away by car is the Hop Pocket shopping village which features a garden centre, food hall and a varied selection of independent gift shops along with a thriving coffee shop that is ideal for meeting friends.

Mill Bank Coffee Company, a popular family owned and run coffee roastery, is just up the road and has been here for almost 60 years!

Malvern, approximately four miles away, is a safe and attractive town full of character and cultural interest set against the backdrop of the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town offers an excellent mix of independent boutiques, highly regarded restaurants, pubs and cafés, together with supermarkets including Waitrose, the Splash leisure complex, Manor Park sports club and the renowned Malvern Theatre which hosts an impressive programme of productions throughout the year.

Additional retail facilities can be found at Malvern Link where the popular retail park includes stores such as M&S, COOK and Boots among many others...

Malvern has excellent links by road and rail: Great Malvern and Malvern Link train stations have direct links to Worcester (10 minutes), Birmingham (1 hour) and London Paddington (2 hours 15 mins) with Junction 7 of the M5 a short drive away. Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Broadway, Bristol, Cardiff and Birmingham all readily accessible.

If you want to bring your children up in a home with a fabulous garden, be within easy access of Worcester and Malvern then this may well be the house for you? Please call Andrea at ChocolateBox and I will delighted to arrange a viewing at your earliest convenience.

VIEWINGS

Strictly by prior appointment through the agents, ChocolateBox - OPEN everyday of the week from 7.00 am including evenings and weekends.

CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM UNFAIR TRADING REGULATIONS 2008 (CPR)

We endeavour to ensure that the details contained in all our brochures are correct through making detailed enquiries with the owner but they are not guaranteed. The agents have not tested any appliance, equipment, fixture, fitting or service and have not seen the title deeds to confirm tenure. All liability in negligence or otherwise for any loss arising from the use of these particulars is hereby excluded.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS

Require prospective purchasers to produce two original ID documents prior to any offer being accepted by the owners.