Detached house for sale in Stanks Lane, Upton-Upon-Severn WR8

Harley Cottage occupies around 1/5th of an acre plot and was once one of Ham Court's estate workers cottages. Around 300 years old, this detached home offers lots of character and charm retaining many original features throughout. The property is located only 1.5 miles from Upton-upon-Severn which offers a wide range of shops and amenities, restaurants and schooling, and is within catchment for Hanley Castle High school. There is a local country pub/restaurant within walking distance and the Upton health centre/dentist is also less than a mile away. Junction 1 of the M50/M5 is approx 6 miles. The accommodation offers 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms, study/bedroom 4, utility room and kitchen/breakfast room which leads out to the sun room. The property is surrounded by well established private gardens with ample off road parking to the front and double garage with storeroom. EPC - E

ground floor

entrance
Tiled porch over fully glazed front door with brass fittings and outside light. Leading into:

Sitting room - 3.9m (12'10") x 3.8m (12'6")
Windows to front aspect. Brick inglenook fireplace with 'Wiking' log burner stove (Defra compliant)and tiled hearth. Original oak beams and antique wood doors. Wall and ceiling light points. Radiator. Fitted carpet over original red quarry tiles. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Doors to dining room, study/bedroom 4 and kitchen/breakfast room.

Dining room - 4.4m (14'5") x 4m (13'1")
Dual aspect windows to front and side. Wall light points and adjustable down-lighters. Radiator. Two vertical oak beams. Fitted carpet. Door to:

Utility room - 2.1m (6'11") x 1.8m (5'11")
Window to rear aspect. Wall units for storage. Work surface with space and plumbing for washing machine and externally vented tumble dryer under. Freestanding oil fired 'Worcester Bosch' boiler. Vinyl flooring.

Study/bedroom 4 - 3.8m (12'6") x 2.5m (8'2")
Dual aspect room with windows to front and side. Radiator and shelving.

Kitchen/breakfast room - 6.7m (22'0") x 2.5m (8'2")
Dual aspect double glazed windows to side and rear. Kitchen fitted with a range of wall and base units with wood effect work top over. Space for electric cooker/cooker hood, fridge freezer and dishwasher. Stainless steel sink and drainer with tiled splashback. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Under stairs storage with electrical consumer unit. Glazed door to sun room, door to bathroom and stairs rising to first floor landing.

Sun room - 3.1m (10'2") x 3m (9'10")
Two windows, tiled flooring and sliding door leading out to the garden with step.

Bathroom
Window to rear aspect. Ivory bathroom suite comprising of: Bath with hand-held shower over, pedestal hand wash basin and low level WC. Part tiled walls. Tiled flooring. Ceiling spotlight. 'Hyco' electric wall fan heater.

First floor landing
Split-level landing with doors to bedrooms and shower room.

Bedroom 1 - 6.4m (21'0") x 4.1m (13'5")
Triple aspect L shaped room with windows to front and side. Loft access and two radiators. Space for king size bed. Fitted carpet.

Shower room
Window to rear aspect. Ceramic walk-in shower with double glass doors and electric 'Triton' shower, pedestal hand wash basin and low level WC. 'Hyco' electric wall fan heater and electric extractor fan. Tiled splashback and vinyl flooring. Radiator.

Bedroom 2 - 3.9m (12'10") x 3.7m (12'2")
Double bedroom with two windows overlooking the front garden. Original cast iron fireplace with tiled hearth. Radiator and fitted carpet.

Bedroom 3 - 3m (9'10") x 2.5m (8'2")
Small double bedroom with window to rear aspect with garden views. Airing cupboard with shelving housing water heater. Radiator and fitted carpet. Access to loft with retractable loft ladder.

Outside - front
The property is approached via a gravel driveway which is accessed down a short shared drive with the neighbouring property. The drive offers ample off road parking for several cars. There are lawned areas to the front with trees, shrubs and hedging. Doors to the double garage and a metal side gate gives access to the rear garden.

Outside - rear
Private L-shaped gardens with new wire fencing and hedging. Mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, shrubs, pear and apple family trees, mature gooseberry bushes and a blackcurrant bush. There is a large brick BBQ, outside garden tap and security light. Original well with pump. Wooden garden shed. Plenty of space for garden furniture.

Double garage - 5.5m (18'1") x 4.6m (15'1")
With two separate up and over doors with access to attached storeroom (with potential to convert to a workshop). Power and lighting.

Tenure
We understand (subject to legal verification) that the property is freehold. Council Tax Band: E

services
Mains electricity, oil, water and drainage were laid on and connected at the time of our inspection. We have not carried out any tests on the services and cannot therefore confirm that these are free from defects or in working order.

Floorplan
This plan is included as a service to our customers and is intended as a guide to layout only. Dimensions are approximate. Not to scale.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the Agents. Viewings available from 9.00 to 5.00 Monday to Friday and 9.00 to 3:30 on Saturdays.

Agent's note
All curtains, blinds, lampshades and light fittings etc are available by separate negotiation.

Directions
From our office in Great Malvern head south on the Worcester Rd/A449 and continue to follow for approx 2 miles. Turn left onto Hanely Rd/B4209 and continue along turning right onto Blackmore Park Rd/B4208. Turn right, then turn left onto Welland Rd/A4104 and continue for approx 2 miles. Turn right onto B4211 and then right onto Stanks Lane. Take the next right where the destination will be on the right hand side.

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.