2 bed detached house for sale

Holywell Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14

Location

Essington Cottage occupies a prime position on the eastern slopes of the Malvern Hills, within the Malvern Wells Conservation Area. Tucked just beyond the laurel hedges that lead to the former Victorian Essington Hotel grounds, the property enjoys a truly special setting, with direct access to the historic Malvern Well where spring water can still be collected at source.

Essington Cottage and Essington House are set within their own private grounds, enclosed by perimeter walls and mature hedging, with no through traffic. The setting provides a peaceful and secure environment, ideal for families. The renowned Cottage in the Wood hotel is just minutes away, offering fine dining, afternoon teas and spectacular views across the Severn Valley.

Great Malvern lies approximately two miles to the north, providing an excellent range of amenities including independent shops, banks, Waitrose supermarket, the Malvern Theatres complex, and the Splash leisure pool and gym. A Morrisons Daily convenience store is within a five-minute walk, either via the road or a nearby public footpath leading to Wells Road, where a petrol station and hairdresser are also located.

A nearby bus stop on Peachfield Road provides regular services to Great Malvern, Malvern Link retail park and Worcester city centre.

For commuters, Upton upon Severn is around seven miles away, offering access to the M50 motorway. Great Malvern railway station provides mainline services to London Paddington, Birmingham, the Midlands, Hereford and South Wales. Colwall Station, less than a mile away and accessible via a scenic walk over the hills, offers additional rail connections.

The property is well placed for highly regarded primary and secondary schools, including The Chase High School. For outdoor enthusiasts, the open slopes of the Malvern Hills are just minutes away, with Malvern Common approximately half a mile distant.

Description

Essington Cottage is a Grade II Listed, double-fronted home set in an exceptional position with far-reaching panoramic views across the Severn Valley towards Bredon Hill.

The property is approached from Holywell Road via a shared gravel driveway with Essington House, leading to off-road parking for two vehicles and a single garage located en-bloc.

A particular highlight of the property is the private, landscaped garden, which complements the outstanding setting and provides a peaceful space from which to enjoy the surrounding views. Combined with its proximity to the Malvern Hills and the amenities of Great Malvern, Essington Cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a character home in one of the area’s most sought-after locations.

The front door opens to the accommodation that benefits from gas central heating and comprises in more detail:

Entrance Hall with Cloakroom

A welcoming space with balustraded staircase rising to first floor. Ceiling light point, meter cupboard, useful understairs storage cupboard, period doors to

Sitting Room - 4.37m x 4.78m (14'4" maximum into bay x 15'8")

Enjoying a lovely east facing bay window with views to the Severn Valley. Ceiling light point, wall light points. Radiator, gas effect stove set on hearth, alcoves to either side of chimney.

Dining Kitchen - 4.37m x 4.04m (14'4" maximum into bay x 13'3")

Fitted with a range of base units incorporating drawers and cupboards beneath roll-edged work surfaces, complemented by matching wall-mounted units with under-cabinet lighting. Integrated four-ring stainless steel gas hob (one ring currently inoperative) with extractor hood above and single oven below.

Inset one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer. Integrated fridge freezer and space for an integrated washing machine. Cupboard housing the wall-mounted boiler.

A glazed bay window to the front elevation enjoys attractive views towards Bredon Hill, filling the room with natural light. Additional features include tiled splashbacks, ceiling light point and radiator.

Landing

Glazed window to rear, ceiling light point, loft hatch. Pine door to

Bedroom 1 - 4.5m x 4.06m (14'9" max into bay x 13'4")

Splendid views on offer across the Severn Valley through the glazed bay windows. A double bedroom with decorative picture rail, ceiling light point and radiator.

Bedroom 2 - 4.47m x 3.61m (14'8" max into bay x 11'10")

Glazed bay window to front with views over the Severn Valley. A further double bedroom with picture rail, ceiling light point and radiator.

Bathroom

Opaque glazed sash window to front, ceiling light point. White suite of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with thermostatically controlled shower over with shower screen. Tiled splashbacks, wall mounted heated towel rail. Wall mounted shaver point and extractor fan.

Outside

One of the property’s standout features is its delightful private garden, thoughtfully arranged into distinct areas. A circular gravelled seating terrace is framed by planted borders featuring four rose bushes, along with daffodils and tulips that provide vibrant seasonal colour. The garden extends in gentle tiers, and raised beds ideal for kitchen gardening.

To the north side of the house lies a further enclosed garden area finished with wood chippings, while to the south a blossoming fruit-bearing strawberry tree provides a focal point alongside a sloping planted bank, a bluebell garden, a late-spring flower bed and a charming herb patch.

Garage - 5.92m x 2.62m (19'5" x 8'7")
With double doors to front.

Directions

From the Agents office in Malvern proceed south along the A449 Wells Road towards Ledbury for approximately two miles, forking right at the sign for the Cottage in the Wood into Holywell Road. Essington House is on the left hand side and the entrance to the building faces you after approximately 200 yards

Services

We have been advised that mains gas, electricity, water and drainage 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. To the best of our knowledge and that of our vendor, Essington Cottage have a financial obligation to contribute to any cost related to the upkeep of the area of driveway used by the owners of the cottage. Approximately nine years ago the current owner made a contribution of £80 to £90 towards the re-gravelling of the driveway. There have been no costs associated with this since.

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.

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

The EPC rating for this property is E (50).