The Village, Powick, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2

- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
818 sq ft
76 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Rare Grade II* Swiss Style Chalet In Powick
- Striking Timber Façade And Period Features
- Light Filled Interior With Modern Updates
- Cosy Sitting Room With Feature Fireplace
- Well Equipped Kitchen And Dining Area
- Two Bedrooms, Principal With Balcony And En-Suite
- Landscaped Garden With Patio And Balcony
- Additional Outdoor Storage And Sheds
- Excellent Schools And Transport Links
- Off Road Parking, NO CHAIN. Energy Rating D
Description
Front Page
An Exceptionally Rare And Enchanting Grade II* Listed Swiss Style Chalet Cottage, Brimming With Distinctive Period Charm And Architectural Character. Nestled Within A Highly Sought-After Village Setting, This Remarkable Home Offers Beautifully Presented Accommodation, Delightful Landscaped Gardens, And Residents’ Parking. EPC Rating: D, No Onward Chain
Location
Set within the desirable village of Powick, the property enjoys a convenient yet picturesque position just two miles south of the cathedral city of Worcester. Worcester offers an excellent range of shopping, leisure, and sporting amenities, including rugby, county cricket, and horse racing.
The stunning Malvern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, lie approximately four miles away, alongside the vibrant spa town of Great Malvern. Here, you’ll find an array of boutique shops, well known retailers including Marks & Spencer and Waitrose, and a renowned theatre and cinema complex.
The area is also well regarded for its excellent educational facilities, particularly in the private sector, including The King’s School and Royal Grammar School in Worcester, and Malvern College and Malvern St James in Malvern.
Transport links are superb, with mainline railway stations in both Worcester and Malvern, and Junction 7 of the M5 motorway approximately three miles away.
The Property
Coachman’s Cottage is a truly unique and highly individual semi-detached chalet, notable for its striking Swiss inspired façade an architectural rarity reflected in its prestigious Grade II* listing. The property is distinguished by its deep overhanging roof, intricate timber detailing, and enchanting chalet style elevations.
Lovingly improved by the current owner, the home seamlessly blends its rich period heritage with thoughtful modern enhancements, creating a warm and harmonious living environment. Throughout, the property is filled with natural light and showcases exquisite craftsmanship, particularly in its beautifully preserved and restored woodwork.
Approached via a shared pathway, a gated entrance opens into a charming courtyard seating area perfect for outdoor relaxation and leading to a delightful enclosed garden.
Accommodation
The accommodation is arranged over two floors and offers a wonderfully characterful yet practical layout.
A stable style front door opens into a welcoming dining area, featuring a beautiful wooden floor, half height panelling, and a Victorian style modern radiator. Oak internal door, found throughout the home, lead into the principal reception spaces.
The sitting room is a cosy yet light filled retreat, enjoying dual aspect windows overlooking the garden. A charming feature fireplace with tiled surround and slate hearth forms a natural focal point, with the option to install a wood-burning stove (chimney already lined). A stunning exposed timber staircase with decorative balustrade rises elegantly to the first floor, further enhancing the home’s period appeal. A door from the sitting room also provides access to a side balcony.
The kitchen, accessed from the dining area, is well appointed with a range of fitted units, generous work surfaces, and integrated appliances. Windows frame delightful views across the ornate balcony and beyond, adding to the sense of charm and connection to the outdoors.
A ground floor bathroom, fitted with a contemporary white suite, is conveniently accessed from the dining room.
First Floor
The first floor continues the home’s characterful theme, with exposed ceiling timbers, sloping ceilings, and cleverly integrated storage with this level and stairs having newley fitted carpets.
The principal bedroom is a particularly striking space, featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a glazed door opening onto a Juliet-style wrought iron balcony, beautifully adorned with wisteria. This serene retreat is complemented by an en-suite bathroom, complete with a distinctive Japanese-style bath with shower over, natural Carrara finishes, and elegant fittings.
A further double bedroom completes the first floor accommodation.
Outside
The gardens are thoughtfully arranged to complement the home’s architectural style. A blue brick patio leads to lawned areas bordered by mature planting, shrubs, and trees.
Steps descend to a lower paved seating terrace, offering a perfect vantage point from which to admire the property’s exquisite timber façade and chalet design in full.
Additional features include a timber balcony, a wooden shed with log storage area with wood shingled roof. Steps lead down to a gated access to the road and further substantial wooden shed.
Agent's Note
Dining Room - 2.57m x 4.88m (8'5" x 16'0")
Kitchen - 1.5m x 3.89m (4'11" x 12'9")
Sitting Room - 4.06m x 3.63m (13'4" x 11'11")
Ground Floor Bathroom
First Floor Landing
Bedroom 1 - 4.93m x 2.57m (16'2" x 8'5")
Ensuite Bathroom
Bedroom 2 - 3.2m x 3.35m (10'6" x 11'0")
Directions
From the A4440 roundabout on the outskirts of Worcester follow the Malvern Road for a short distance. Keep in the left hand filter lane signed Upton Upon Severn. Take the left hand turn into the car park for the Red Lion Public House. Proceed down the right hand side of the pub ignoring the left hand drive directly behind the property. The drive will bear around to the left and the two allocated parking spaces for Coachmans Cottage can be found on the right.
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. There is shared cost of the upkeep of the two car parking spaces that are allocated to Coachmans Cottage.
Viewing
By appointment to be made through the Agent's Malvern Office, Tel:
Council Tax
COUNCIL TAX BAND ''B''
This information may have been obtained by telephone call only and applicants are advised to consider obtaining written confirmation.
EPC
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.
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: B
- LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
- Listed
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Allocated
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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