Bewdley, Worcestershire

A fascinating country house in a lovely setting with exceptional amenities and captivating grounds of about 17.35 acres.


Owletts is a remarkable country house, both in terms of setting, amenities, style and condition. The substantial principal house, guest house and associated buildings have been comprehensively restored, modernised and maintained by the current owners and the entire is presented to the highest standards. The property is not a Listed Building.

Approached via a long private drive from the village, Owletts is discreetly tucked within its grounds, offering privacy and seclusion. The main house has an attractive mix of brick, stone and half-timbered elevations. The interior retains an abundance of original features, including fine open fireplaces, polished wooden floors, exposed timbers and the more recent joinery in many rooms of the house is of exceptional quality.

Accommodation
The accommodation of the main house is very versatile and extends to about 4,824 sq ft. There are four reception rooms offering excellent living and entertaining spaces whilst one of the most striking ground floor rooms is the splendid oak-framed kitchen/breakfast room with Aga cooker. There is bespoke joinery and cabinetry by Smallbone who have also created much of the fitted furniture throughout the house.

The first floor is accessed by two staircases and comprises five bedrooms, a dressing room and four bath/shower rooms.

Leisure facilities
Close to the house is a most impressive, converted barn. Part of the barn has been converted to a dramatic party barn where a vast open plan area opens up to lofty pitched ceilings with wonderful timbers.
Whilst perfect for entertaining, the space would suit a large fitness suite, extensive home office space or other uses. The detached leisure complex is surrounded by outdoor seating areas and overlooks the all-weather tennis court. The interior features some impressive glulam beams and an abundance of natural light provided by numerous sets of French windows and a huge skylight over the pool. There is a sauna, spa, gym,
two changing/shower rooms and a bar/kitchenette in addition to the
swimming pool.

Cottage
The remainder of the building forms a self-contained two-bedroom cottage, ideal for guests or dependent relatives. At the heart of the cottage is a striking double height sitting room with wood burner, and vaulted ceilings with exposed roof trusses.

Outbuildings
The courtyards and buildings layout at Owletts is a particular feature of the property with two branches of the drive providing access. Within the attractive main courtyard is the motor house providing three car garage, two bay car port, boiler room and gardeners WC plus a first-floor storage loft. A range of other buildings in different locations include machinery store, multi-purpose barn and stable block with two loose boxes and tack room.

Gardens and grounds
Beautifully landscaped gardens surround the house, providing both a lovely setting and captivating views from every window. There are numerous seating terraces with different vantage points, ornamental pools, expansive lawns, a lovely summer house and carefully planted borders and shrubbery. The grounds of about 17.35 acres feature pastureland, a wildflower meadow, bluebell wood, wildlife ponds and established orchard. One paddock has been underlaid with a hidden all-weather reinforcement mesh to provide an events car park.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures and fittings, garden statuary, machinery etc. whether mentioned or not in these particulars are excluded from the sale but some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
We understand that mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage system. Oil fired central heating.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 80 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 08/04/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 08/04/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure and Possession

The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Wyre Forest District Council
Council Tax Band: G

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Directions
Postcode – DY12 1RP
Precise location of the entrance to the property:
what3words – ///defenders.falters.makeovers

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through the joint selling agents:

Fisher German LLP
or
Peter James Property