6 bed detached house for sale

Windmill Hill, Stoulton, Worcester, Worcestershire WR7

An exquisite Grade II listed barn with a supporting cottage set in approx. 3 acres, situated in this well-regarded Worcestershire Hamlet.

Description
Discreetly located in this highly regarded Hamlet, Thorndon Barn is an impressive mellow brick barn set in approx. 3 acres of landscaped gardens and paddock.

Entered by way of a superb entrance hall / dining room, the attention and expense paid to the barn immediately takes hold. Ideal to host large social gatherings, it has ceiling beams, an inset log burning stove and beautiful oak stairs rising to the first floor.

The heart of the home is arguably the kitchen / family area: Fitted with a comprehensive range of bespoke units, integrated appliances, and cabinetry it also has a striking central bar with two inset cookers. In addition to a vaulted ceiling with overhead beams, the dining area enjoys a lantern roof with French doors opening to the rear terrace. The recently built/renovated utility room is of particular note: Fitted with bespoke cupboards, a wine cooler, and a Belfast sink, it affords pleasant views over the garden. The formal drawing room is a delight: Of dual aspect, it has an imposing fireplace with an inset burning stove and decorative beams. In addition, there is a well-appointed cloakroom and a spacious sitting room/snug.

The first floor consists of 5 bedrooms, all of which enjoy their own characteristics and are in excellent decorative order. The principal bedroom is of particular attraction, served by a stylish en suite it has a striking vaulted ceiling together with plentiful fitted wardrobes. Furthermore, there is a family bathroom fitted with a comprehensive range of sanitary ware.

Adjacent to the main home is an outstandingly renovated cottage. Currently used as a successful holiday rental, it has a spacious open-plan kitchen/sitting room: Fitted with a range of units, cabinetry, and breakfast bar together with a striking open log burner. Furthermore, there is an attractive shower room and a vaulted bedroom with exposed brick walling.

The gardens, land, and paddock are a wonderful extension of the property. Enjoying a number of themed areas, with an array of matures trees, herbaceous beds, established borders, and idyllic seating areas. A paved terrace runs the width of the barn, lending itself perfectly for alfresco dining or simply to rest, relax and enjoy the far-reaching view. Principally laid to lawn, there are substantial garden stores, workshops, and outbuildings to the side. A fenced, flat paddock is to the immediate rear: To be used in a host of ways. The front is accessed via private gates which open to a gravelled central courtyard which in turn lead to the main entrance and the cottage.

Location
The Hamlet of Windmill Hill is semi-rural and situated between the two larger villages of Stoulton and Drakes Broughton, both of which have amenities to include public houses, village halls and a small convenience shop.

The area offers superb transport links, the M5 motorway is approximately five miles away, as is Worcester Parkway with direct lines to both London Paddington and Birmingham New Street respectively.

The property is located in a good catchment area for local schools, such as the Royal Grammar School, Worcester and The Kings School, Worcester.

Worcester is approximately seven miles away and has all that would be expected of a vibrant city to include a superb selection of shops, restaurants and bars.

The pretty market town of Pershore is approximately four miles away which has a charming choice of coffee shops, restaurants and a leisure centre.

In addition there are several popular public houses nearby with plenty of good walking in the surrounding countryside and villages.

Square Footage: 3,979 sq ft





Additional Info
Services connected: Lpg gas, oil fired central heating, mains water, mans electricity, private drainage.

Local Authority: Wychavon District Council.