2 bed semi-detached house for sale

Wribbenhall Gardens, Bewdley DY12

An exciting opportunity to purchase a brand-new two-bedroom semi-detached home, being sold on a part-buy, part-rent basis. The site is nicely positioned in the leafy Catchems End suburb of town, conveniently located for accessing a nearby nature reserve, schools and the centre of Stourport-on-Severn.

Description

A unique opportunity to purchase a brand-new two-bedroom home, being
sold on a part-buy, part-rent basis.

Buyers at this stage can purchase anywhere from 10% to 75% shares, with the option to buy more later. This excellent and affordable housing scheme is provided by the Community Housing Group, ideal for first-time purchasers or those with a limited budget looking to get on the property ladder. The flexible scheme allows owners to increase their shares up to the full 100% ownership after one year, with the rental amount diminishing pro rata. On a 50% shared basis, the monthly rental is £378.56, inclusive of buildings insurance and administrative fees.

• Shared ownership

• Brand new home on the Popular Mortimer Manor development

• Kitchen with integrated appliances and useful cloakroom

• Private garden including a shed

• Parking for two cars and an electric car charging point

Below is information regarding eligibility and how to apply.

Qualification eligibility criteria
Applicants are not eligible to join the Home Choice Plus housing register unless they meet the qualifying criteria of a close association outlined below;

In determining whether the household has a close association we will agree that a connection exists in the following circumstances;

- Where the local connection arises due to residency the applicant(s) must have lived in the partnership area (by choice) for a minimum period of two years.

- Where the applicant(s) meets any of the statutory homelessness definitions included in the allocations policy.

- Where the local connection arises due to employment and the applicant(s) have been in permanent, paid employment for a minimum period of six months, within one of the Local Authority areas included in the Partnership, immediately prior to the application (please see further information below).

- Where the applicant(s) has a close (immediate) family member living in the hc+ partnership area and has done so for a minimum period of five years, immediately prior to the application (please see further information below).

- Where the applicant has resided in the Partnership area for three out of the last five years at the point of application.

Eligibility
To be eligible for shared ownership you:
- Need to be over the age of 18 - Be unable to buy on the open market
- Not already own a property (unless in exceptional circumstances)
- Be able to raise a mortgage to cover the share you wish to purchase
- Be able to afford to pay the remaining rent and bills etc.
- Have enough saved to cover the mortgage and legal fees and any additional moving costs - Do not earn in excess of £80,000 per annum
- Be registered on HomeChoice plus Housing Register. You can apply online at

How to apply
To apply for one of the Community Housing Group properties you need to complete an application form and an income and expenditure statement, please find the links below.
- Application.pdf ()
- IncomeAndExpenditure.pdf ()

You need to provide documents to support your application, please use the checklist to ensure you have provided everything that is applicable:

- ApplicationChecklist.pdf ()
- Register on our housing register Home Choice Plus –

You will then be issued with a letter which we will require sight of. Once the above is completed, email your supporting documents to:

The Community Housing Group will then assess your application. This normally takes around a week. A financial assessment will need to be undertaken by our nominated financial advisor prior to your application being assessed.

Living room
Upon entering the property you are greeted by the spacious lounge with stairs to the first floor, offering an inviting and comfortable area for relaxation. A large window allows natural light to flood in and a door provides access to the hallway, where a storage cupboard and cloakroom can be found.

Kitchen/dining room
The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with modern family living in mind. It is fitted with platinum kitchen units complemented by carbon steel worktops for a stylish finish. The kitchen includes an integrated cooker, hob and hood. Positioned at the rear of the property with direct access to the garden, it benefits from a large window, ensuring a bright and airy space.

Cloakroom
The ground floor cloakroom is conveniently located off the hallway between the living room and kitchen and features a low-level WC and washbasin, adding practical convenience.

First floor
Ascending the staircase, you arrive at a central landing that provides access to two generously sized bedrooms and the family bathroom.

Principal bedroom
The generously sized principal bedroom enjoys views of the front of the property from two windows, allowing for an abundance of natural light. A built-in cupboard allows for convenient storage.

Bedroom two
The second bedroom is well-proportioned and features a rear-facing window with pleasant views of the garden.

Bathroom
The family bathroom is well-appointed with a low-level WC, washbasin and a bath with a shower over, providing practicality and comfort for everyday use.

The garden
The rear garden presents a blank canvas for the new owner to craft something extraordinary. Enclosed by panel fencing, it offers a secure, family-friendly outdoor space. A garden shed is included, ideal for storage.

Parking
Additionally, the property benefits from off-road parking for two cars and an electric car charging point.

Disclaimer
The images shown are for illustrative purposes and depict similar properties previously sold by Community Housing.

Location

The Mortimer Manor Development is ideally nestled next to the stunning Worcestershire countryside, between Bewdley and Kidderminster. This sought-after location offers a perfect balance of rural tranquillity and easy access to Kidderminster town centre. Residents benefit from proximity to the scenic Habberley Valley, with public footpaths leading to beauty spots like the enchanting wooded landscapes and Trimpley Reservoir along the River Severn—ideal for countryside walks.

Just a short drive away, the historic Georgian town of Bewdley offers independent shops, charming pubs and restaurants, and attractions such as the Severn Valley Steam Railway and West Midlands Safari Park. The breathtaking 6,000-acre Wyre Forest Nature Reserve, perfect for walking, cycling, and horse riding, borders the town.

Kidderminster provides a range of amenities, including high-street shops, supermarkets, and diverse dining options. Well connected for travel, the town’s train station offers regular services to Worcester, Birmingham, and London.

Services

The property benefits from mains water, gas, electricity, drainage and air source heating.

The Council Tax banding for this property is tbc

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 highlighted in a survey that 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.

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.