5 bed detached house for sale

Rock Cottages, Pepper Street, Inkberrow, Worcester WR7

A Grade II listed cottage set in a quiet village lane, offering five bedrooms, flexible living space, landscaped gardens and a heat-controlled double garage.

Description

Characterful Grade II listed five bedroom cottage with versatile accommodation.

Attractive period features including exposed beams, stone floors and fireplaces.

Potential for self-contained annexe or one large open-plan kitchen area.

Landscaped gardens extending to just under half an acre.

Gated driveway with private approach and extensive parking.

Double garage, insulated and temperature controlled with electric doors.

Situated in the popular village of Inkberrow with excellent amenities and transport links.

The approach
The property is reached via a private 100m drive, creating an immediate sense of seclusion and privacy. A traditional gated entrance with a tiled canopy opens to the front courtyard. Timber framing, original brickwork and cottage windows set the tone, complemented by landscaped planting. The approach continues around to provide direct access to the gardens and garage, ensuring practicality as well as charm.

The kitchen
The main kitchen is well arranged with painted cabinetry, modern work surfaces and space for appliances. A breakfast bar with seating creates an informal dining area while dual aspect windows and a glazed door allow in natural light. The practical layout makes this a highly usable family kitchen while its position within the house supports easy access to the dining and living areas.

The dining room
Positioned off the main hall, the dining room provides a welcoming setting for everyday meals and special occasions alike. Exposed timbers highlight the Grade II listed heritage and the proportions of the room allow for a family-sized table. A cottage window draws in natural light and views across the front aspect, reinforcing the traditional feel.

The living room
The living room is a comfortable space filled with period character. Timber beams overhead and a central fireplace with woodburner create a warm focal point. The layout provides ample room for seating while windows frame garden views. Its position within the property makes it ideal for family gatherings and relaxation, offering a calm retreat in both summer and winter. From here a staircase rises to the principal bedroom.

The study
The study provides a quiet and atmospheric workspace, enhanced by exposed beams and stone flooring. It offers excellent proportions for a home office, library or reading room. A traditional fireplace adds further character while a window provides natural light. Its location near the main entrance makes it particularly convenient for working from home without disturbing the main household, while still being close to the principal reception rooms.

The secondary kitchen
The secondary kitchen combines traditional design with practical features. A range cooker is set within a brick inglenook, complemented by wooden cabinetry and a ceramic sink. Its position close to the ground floor bedroom and the separate staircase to the principal bedroom makes it especially suitable for creating a self-contained annexe or supporting multi-generational living. This arrangement allows flexibility for reconfiguring the footprint into a larger open-plan kitchen and family space if preferred.

The utility
The utility room sits conveniently between the secondary kitchen and en suite to the fifth bedroom. Practical in design, it accommodates laundry appliances, additional storage and direct garden access. The space supports day-to-day household tasks while keeping the main living areas uncluttered. Tiled flooring and a window to the garden further add to the usability of this practical room.

The principal bedroom
The principal bedroom is generously proportioned and full of character. A cottage window provides a pleasant outlook while the exposed beams reflect the heritage of the property. Accessed from its own staircase off the living room, it offers a quiet retreat with ample room for freestanding furniture. Its size and setting make it a comfortable and inviting space for rest. There is also access to the second bedroom from here, which connects the rest of the first floor.

The second bedroom
The second bedroom is another well-proportioned room with a large Velux window bringing in plenty of natural light. Exposed features maintain the period character of the home and with access to both the principal bedroom and main hallway, this room offers versatility to suit a variety of needs.

The third and fourth bedrooms
The third bedroom provides comfortable accommodation, with space for a double bed and furniture. A cottage window ensures natural light and the characterful detailing is consistent with the heritage of the home. The fourth bedroom, provides a charming additional room. Its size makes it suitable as a guest room, nursery or study. Both bedrooms are positioned off the main staircase and has easy access to the family bathroom.

The fifth bedroom and en suite
Located on the ground floor, the fifth bedroom provides valuable flexibility. It offers independent living potential, particularly with the secondary kitchen and utility nearby. Its layout makes it an excellent guest suite or an annexe-style arrangement for multi-generational living. The en suite is well appointed, with a corner shower cubicle, wash basin and separately housed WC.

The family bathroom
The family bathroom on the first floor serves the upstairs bedrooms. Fitted with a large shower cubicle, wash basin and WC, it offers everyday functionality within a characterful setting. Tiling and a cottage window maintain the traditional style.

The garden
The gardens extend to just under half an acre and provide a private and attractive setting. A central lawn is framed by mature trees and hedging, with seating terraces offering areas for outdoor dining and relaxation. A gazebo and orchard planting add further interest. The gardens create a tranquil retreat, complementing the cottage and its quiet village lane position.

The driveway and parking
The property is accessed by a private drive, enhancing both privacy and security while also ensuring generous parking. The gated entrance and gravel surface add to the traditional appeal and the drive connects directly to the house, gardens and garage. The detached double garage is insulated and temperature controlled with electric doors to protect valuable vehicles. Its size and design make it suitable for a wide range of uses in addition to secure parking.

Location

Location
1 Rock Cottages is located on Pepper Street, a peaceful lane in the heart of Inkberrow, one of Worcestershire’s most sought-after villages. Inkberrow is renowned for its community atmosphere and amenities which include a village shop, post office, doctors’ surgery, primary school and public houses including The Old Bull, said to be the inspiration for The Bull in BBC Radio 4’s The Archers. The village also offers sports clubs, recreational grounds and a vibrant calendar of community events.

Schooling in the area is excellent, with Inkberrow Primary School within walking distance and a choice of secondary schools nearby in Redditch, Pershore and Worcester. Independent schools including Kings Worcester and rgs Worcester are also easily reached.

Transport links are strong, with convenient access to the A422 and A44, providing direct routes to Worcester, Stratford-upon-Avon and Evesham. The M5 motorway is within easy reach, offering swift connections to Birmingham and the wider motorway network. Rail services from Pershore and Worcester provide regular links to Birmingham, Oxford and London.

This combination of rural peace, historic charm and excellent accessibility makes Inkberrow an outstanding village location for family life.

Services

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

Fees

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.