Stoke Road, Wychbold, Droitwich

A substantial family home with expansive gardens and breathtaking countryside views, offering exceptional space and potential.

• Impressive residence set within around an acre of landscaped grounds

• Sweeping countryside views from many rooms and the gardens

• Elegant reception rooms with period fireplaces and ceiling details

• Luxurious principal suite with a generous spa-style en suite

• Expansive lawns orchard patio and ornamental features

• Gated drive ample parking and a detached double garage

• Well placed for village amenities schooling and road links

The kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home designed for family meals and informal gatherings. Cream painted cabinetry integrated double ovens and a hob sit beneath granite-look worktops with a long run of cupboards beneath a trio of windows framing the garden. A breakfast area with table space provides views over the surrounding gardens.

The drawing room
A fine principal reception room for formal entertaining this drawing room showcases a handsome carved wood fireplace with an ornate overmantel mirror as its centrepiece. Decorative plasterwork crowns the ceiling while deep multi-pane windows on two elevations draw the garden vista inside.

The dining room
Ideal for celebratory dinners the dining room exudes period charm with a decorative fire surround and a ceiling rose supporting an elegant chandelier. High corniced ceilings enhance the sense of space and a leaded window lends character and daylight.

The living room
Offering a relaxed family space the sitting room features a brick fireplace with a tiled hearth. Glazed double doors topped with stained glass open into the conservatory while further windows frame garden views. A built-in cupboard provides discreet storage and coved ceilings add a subtle decorative flourish.

The conservatory
Designed to enjoy the garden in all seasons the conservatory boasts a vaulted glazed roof with a dark timber frame and decorative stained glass panels. Terracotta tiled flooring and a ceiling fan create a comfortable environment and wrap-around windows offer panoramic views across the grounds. Double doors lead onto the terrace and a radiator allows year-round use.

The snug
A cosy retreat for reading or relaxing the snug centres on a freestanding wood-burning stove set against the wall. A deep window looks out to greenery and the timber floor adds warmth. Sitting conveniently off the rear hall this space is an ideal quiet corner away from the main reception spaces.

The utility and shower room
Serving the practical needs of the household the utility offers extensive base and wall units work surfaces and space for laundry appliances all arranged around dual aspect windows. A tiled floor makes it easy to maintain. Across the hall from the utility is a fully tiled shower room with a wet-room style shower WC and wash basin ideal for muddy boots or guest use.

The principal bedroom
The principal bedroom is an inviting sanctuary with generous proportions. A wall of fitted wardrobes with mirrored doors flanks the bed area while windows overlook the grounds and surrounding countryside drawing in natural light and reinforcing the room’s sense of space.

The principal dressing area and en suite
A separate dressing area provides a well appointed transition from the bedroom incorporating built in cabinets drawers and a full height mirror with steps rising to the en suite beyond. The bathroom itself is arranged to create a spa like setting featuring a corner whirlpool bath pedestal wash basin bidet and WC all finished with gold tone fittings. Green tiled walls with decorative borders lend character while a separate glazed cubicle houses a steam shower. Built in storage and a large window complete the space with both practicality and natural light.

The second bedroom
This comfortable double bedroom has a charming ceiling detail and enjoys leafy views through a broad window. A door opens to a large en suite with room for use as both a dressing area and bathing facilities.

The second bedroom en suite
Convenient and well equipped the second bedroom’s en suite features a fully tiled step in shower with an electric unit a vanity basin set within fitted cabinetry and a WC. A window provides natural light and ventilation.

The third bedroom
A bright double bedroom with a wide picture window framing countryside vistas the third bedroom benefits from decorative frieze detailing below the ceiling. Glazed double doors connect to its generous en suite bathroom. There is ample space for furnishings alongside a built in wardrobe and the room enjoys an outlook across the landing and gardens.

The third bedroom en suite
This spacious en suite serves the third bedroom and includes a corner bath for indulgent soaks a separate glazed shower enclosure and a WC. A long vanity unit with cupboards and counter space runs beneath the window and a built in bench seat offers a comfortable place to admire the view. A decorative border ties the room to the adjacent bedroom.

The fourth bedroom and shower
A well proportioned bedroom with a wall of mirrored wardrobes reflecting light back into the space. A discreet corner houses a glazed shower cubicle and vanity sink providing convenience without sacrificing bedroom space. A large window central pendant light and neutral décor make this an appealing guest or family room.

The fifth bedroom living area
Located on the top floor this versatile loft room can serve as a fifth bedroom or a generous living space. Dormer and roofline windows offer far reaching views over rolling countryside while an open timber balustrade marks the central staircase. Pitched ceilings and chandeliers add character there is a decorative stove providing a focal point and eaves storage tucked behind access doors.

The gardens
Immediately behind the home a paved terrace wraps around the conservatory providing a wonderful space for alfresco dining. Brick pathways curve through deep borders and around a classic lamppost while an ornamental fountain creates a focal point on the adjoining lawn. The terrace is edged by low planters and enjoys a sunny sheltered aspect.

Beyond the terrace level lawns extend towards the boundaries and are interspersed with mature trees and fruiting orchard specimens. Hedges and shrubs offer privacy without interrupting the spectacular panoramic views over open countryside. A large shed and a former garage are positioned at the far end of the garden. The grounds extend to about an acre overall.

The driveway and parking
Approached through ornate wrought iron gates a sweeping tarmacadam drive curves up through the front garden to a broad parking and turning area. The frontage is mainly lawned with mature hedging and trees screening the road. There is ample space for multiple vehicles and a detached double garage provides secure parking and storage with further access to the rear gardens.

Location
Hills Lea occupies a prime position on Stoke Road in the village of Wychbold set amidst picturesque Worcestershire countryside. The area is known for its blend of rural charm and convenience with everyday amenities pubs and local shops within easy reach. A choice of primary and secondary schools can be found in the surrounding villages and nearby market towns. Excellent transport links include access to the M5 motorway connecting to Birmingham Worcester and beyond while mainline railway stations at Droitwich and Bromsgrove offer services to regional centres. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for walking cycling and enjoying the outdoors.

Services
The property benefits from mains gas water and electricity. Drainage is supplied via a private septic tank.

Broadband Speed Superfast broadband available. Download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps source Ofcom checker.

Mobile Coverage Likely available from Vodafone EE Three and O2 source Ofcom checker.

Flood Risk Long term forecast According to the Environment Agency’s long term flood risk data the property is currently at very low risk for river and surface water flooding.

Council tax band G

Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange

A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.

The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the Buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:

1. Any significant material issues which individually are more than 1% of the agreed purchase price and are highlighted in a survey and were not evident or drawn to the attention of you, the Buyer, prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.

The reservation fee will be 0.5% of the accepted offer price for offers below £800,000 and 1% for offers of £800,000 or over. This fee, unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.

Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and/or the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property. The reservation fee will not be refunded where there is an inability on the part of the Buyer to raise any required mortgage after the Memorandum of Sale is completed.

Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.