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Croft Bank, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached Bungalow

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Fabulous Detached Bungalow In A Splendid Setting
  • Wonderful Views To The Malvern Hills And Across Open Farmland
  • Four Bedrooms, Two With Ensuites
  • Two Reception Rooms Taking In The Views
  • Popular And Much Sought After Location
  • Breakfast Kitchen With Ample Storage
  • Generous Garden Extending to 0.4 Acres
  • Off Road Parking, Detached Single Garage
  • Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing
  • Energy Rating D

Description

Front Page

A Rare Opportunity To Acquire A Distinctive And Unique Detached Bungalow Occupying One Of The Most Enviable Positions On The Western Slopes Of The Malvern Hills, Where Breathtaking Views, Exceptional Privacy And Beautifully Established Gardens Combine To Create A Truly Special Home. Energy Rating D.

Location

Nestled on the edge of West Malvern within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Ravenscroft enjoys an enviable position on Croft Bank, commanding far reaching views across the stunning Herefordshire countryside. With direct access to an array of footpaths leading onto the Malvern Hills and surrounding landscape, the property is perfectly placed for walking, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors, while still being conveniently close to the town’s amenities, truly offering the best of both worlds.

The charming Victorian hillside town of Great Malvern provides an excellent selection of independent shops, a Waitrose supermarket, and a variety of bars, cafés, and restaurants. Leisure facilities include the Malvern Splash Leisure Centre, Priory Park, and the renowned Malvern Theatres, which hosts a diverse programme of concerts, theatre productions, and cinema screenings.

For more extensive shopping, the nearby Malvern Retail Park features well known high street retailers including Marks & Spencer and Boots.

Transport links are excellent, with convenient access to the M5 motorway connecting the Midlands, South West, and South Wales. Mainline railway stations at Great Malvern, Malvern Link, and Colwall provide direct services to Worcester, Birmingham, Hereford, and beyond, with London reachable in as little as two and a half hours.

The Property

Ravenscroft enjoys an elevated setting in sought after West Malvern, perfectly positioned to take full advantage of spectacular panoramic views across open Herefordshire countryside, towards Mathon and beyond, whilst also enjoying a striking outlook towards the Malvern Hills and Worcestershire Beacon. The property has a unique presence within its generous plot, offering an increasingly uncommon combination of single level living, peaceful surroundings and exceptional natural beauty.

Set within approximately 0.4 acres of mature wraparound gardens, the bungalow sits comfortably within its landscape, with every aspect carefully orientated to enjoy the surrounding scenery and ever changing views. 

The property is approached via a gated driveway providing extensive parking and access to the detached garage, while the elevated position immediately creates a sense of arrival and prominence.

Ravenscroft offers spacious and highly flexible accommodation extending to over 1,350 sq ft, all arranged across a single storey. The layout has evolved over time to create versatile living spaces capable of adapting to a wide variety of lifestyles, whether for family living, downsizing without compromise, multi generational occupation, home working or buyers seeking a peaceful long term home in an outstanding location.

 
 

The Accommodation

A welcoming entrance hall leads into the impressive triple aspect living room, flooded with natural light through large picture windows that perfectly frame the dramatic hillside views. The adjoining sitting room offers further adaptable reception space and could serve equally well as a garden room, reading room or additional entertaining area.

The breakfast kitchen is well appointed with generous storage and enjoys delightful open views across neighbouring farmland, with doors opening directly onto the side terraces and gardens, seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces.

The principal bedroom suite enjoys a particularly impressive position within the home, with triple aspect views encompassing the valley, open countryside and the hills themselves, complemented by an en-suite shower room. Further bedrooms provide excellent flexibility, including a second double bedroom with dressing area and WC, an additional double bedroom overlooking the gardens and countryside.  A fourth bedroom is currently utilised as a home office.

The Grounds

The exceptional gardens are a defining feature of the property, beautifully wrapping around the bungalow to create a series of peaceful and picturesque outdoor spaces. Thoughtfully designed and lovingly maintained, the grounds combine formal landscaped areas with more naturalistic planting, offering both beauty and practicality in equal measure.

To the front, a charming garden with a paved terrace and attractive pond provides an inviting first impression, while beyond lie productive vegetable beds, fruit trees, ornamental planting and wildlife friendly areas that enhance the sense of tranquillity and connection with nature. A stunning wildflower meadow further enriches the setting, creating colour and interest throughout the seasons.

The raised rear terrace is a particular highlight, enjoying breathtaking open views across the surrounding fields and providing the perfect place to relax and take in the glorious westerly sunsets. Multiple seating terraces positioned throughout the gardens offer peaceful spots for entertaining or quiet enjoyment of the idyllic surroundings.

Complementing the outstanding outdoor space are a substantial workshop/store beneath the property, detached garage, greenhouse and extensive driveway parking, adding excellent practicality to this remarkable home.

Summary

Ravenscroft occupies a truly exceptional setting within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering immediate access onto the Malvern Hills and surrounding network of footpaths and bridleways, whilst remaining conveniently close to the amenities of Great Malvern.

Properties combining such a commanding position, generous gardens, flexible accommodation and outstanding views are rarely available, making Ravenscroft a unique opportunity within the Malvern Hills market.

Vestibule - 1.24m x 1.88m (4'0.9" x 6'2")

Entrance Hall

Living Room - 6.02m x 4.6m (19'9" x 15'1")(narrowing to 9'11 minimum)

Sitting Room - 3.99m x 4.19m (13'1" x 13'9")

Breakfast Kitchen - 4.39m x 4.22m (14'5" x 13'10")

Master Bedroom - 3.73m x 4.24m (12'3" x 13'11")

Ensuite Shower Room

Bedroom 2 - 3.02m x 3.63m (9'11" x 11'11")

Bedroom 3 - 2.95m x 3.63m (9'8" x 11'11")

Bedroom 4 - 2.49m x 2.57m (8'2" x 8'5")

Bathroom

Workshop/Store - 3.73m x 4.47m (12'3" x 14'8")

 (12'3 x 14'8)

Detached Garage - 5.59m x 2.84m (18'4" x 9'4")

Directions

From the Agents office in Great Malvern proceed north along the A449 towards Worcester. Take the left hand fork onto North Malvern Road B4219. proceed for 0.5 miles after which turn right into Croft Bank. Proceed down the slope and the property can be found on the right hand side after the entrance to Lower Montpelier Road.

Council Tax

COUNCIL TAX BAND ''F''
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Services

We have been advised that mains services are connected to the property. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to infer that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

 

Tenure

We are advised (subject to legal confirmation) that the property is freehold.

EPC

The EPC rating for this property is D (66)

Viewing

By appointment to be made through the Agent's Malvern Office, Tel:

 

General

Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request. 
 
John Goodwin FRICS has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formerly verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract.
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Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Off street
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£3,385
Property: £ 675,000
Deposit: £ 67,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About John Goodwin FRICS, Malvern

13, Worcester Road, Malvern, WR14 4QY
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John Goodwin is a firm of Independent Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents offering comprehensive local representation on the borders of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. Established in 1981 business has grown in size and reputation and now has offices in Ledbury, Colwall, Malvern and Upton-upon-Severn.

The firm specializes in the sale and letting of residential property but also deals in commercial sales and lettings, auction sales and furniture/antique sales

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