Stoke Bliss, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire

Traditional farmhouse with a courtyard of stables and farm buildings. All set at the centre of its land on a quiet no through lane.


Apple Cross is approached via a long tree-lined drive, leading to a traditional farmhouse dating from the 16th century, with later additions in the 1960s and 1990s.

Originally arranged as two homes, it now flows seamlessly as a single residence. A courtyard of stables and barns includes a separate apartment, while a range of farm buildings has been used for equestrian purposes and is complemented by an adjacent all-weather school.
The land is laid to permanent pasture, well fenced and surrounding the property, with good access via tracks, grass rides and a quiet lane to the outer fields.

The setting is rural, with gently rolling, wooded countryside providing an attractive backdrop on the sought-after Worcestershire and Herefordshire border.

Accommodation
• A welcoming reception hall with exposed timbers, beams and a flagstone floor sets the tone for this charming period home.
• The impressive drawing room features a marble-surround fireplace and benefits from sliding doors opening onto the terrace, providing an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living.
• The dining room enjoys a striking inglenook fireplace with a substantial bressummer beam and log burner, while the well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a central island and hob, flowing seamlessly into a breakfast and sitting area with a log burner.
• A secondary kitchen and utility offer excellent flexibility, providing potential for independent living or division of the house if required.
• The bedrooms combine traditional character with modern comfort, complemented by well-appointed bath and shower facilities. The principal bedroom benefits from a dressing room and ensuite bathroom
• The house is perfectly positioned within its grounds, enjoying attractive views over the gardens and surrounding land.

The Courtyard of Barns, Apartment & Agricultural Buildings
• The main drive continues through to an attractive rear courtyard, providing garaging for four cars, three stables and a useful store room.
• Above, the courtyard buildings incorporate a well-appointed one-bedroom apartment, together with an office and additional storage, offering excellent potential for ancillary accommodation or home working.
• A range of further multi-purpose barns sit beyond, including a larger barn with six stables along one side, ideal for equestrian use. A third barn is currently arranged as a workshop with storage to the far end.
• A secondary access leads directly from the lane into the farm buildings and courtyard, continuing through to the all-weather arena, enhancing the property’s functionality for equestrian and rural pursuits.

Gardens and grounds
• The farmhouse is surrounded by mature, well-maintained gardens, enjoying far-reaching views across the surrounding land and onward to the rolling, wooded countryside beyond.
• Level lawns extend away from the house, leading down to two wildlife pools, creating an attractive and peaceful setting. A productive vegetable garden includes established beds for vegetables and soft fruit.
• The land is laid to permanent pasture and the whole extends to approximately 33.86 acres, being well fenced throughout. The northern and eastern paddocks have been thoughtfully arranged with grass rides, offering both practicality and visual appeal.
• An area of mature woodland lies to the north-west, while the southernmost section has been subject to recent planting in conjunction with the Severn Trust, providing an additional income stream.
• The land is registered with the RPA and entered into environmental schemes. The County Parish Holding (CPH) number is 17/462/0023.

Situation
The property enjoys a peaceful rural setting on a quiet no through lane, near the village of Stoke Bliss, with the nearby market towns of Bromyard and Tenbury Wells providing a range of everyday amenities including independent shops, cafes, public houses and primary and secondary schooling.

More extensive facilities can be found in the cathedral cities of Worcester and Hereford, both offering a wide selection of retail, dining and leisure options, together with well-regarded state and independent schools. Ludlow, renowned for its food culture and historic charm, is also within easy reach. The area is particularly well served for education, with a strong choice of highly regarded schools in both the state and private sectors, making it well suited to families seeking a balance of rural living and accessibility to excellent amenities.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water. Private Drainage. Mains electricity. LPG central and water heating to the apartment and annex. Oil to the farmhouse. 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 31 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 05/06/2026). 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 05/06/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
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
Malvern Hills District Council.
House Band F
Annexe Band B
Apartment Band A

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.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – WR15 8RZ
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