Detached house for sale in Farlow, Kidderminster DY14

A rare opportunity to craft your ideal countryside retreat in Farlow...

Description

• Ideal for buyers seeking a rural lifestyle, this property offers a unique opportunity to undertake thoughtful renovations and modernisations across four acres of picturesque land.

• The four acre plot provides ample space for a smallholding and extensive workshop facilities, perfect for various countryside pursuits.

• For those with a vision, this property invites you to create your dream home (subject to planning permission).

• From its elevated position, enjoy breathtaking views of the Shropshire and Worcestershire countryside.

• The large, private garden area holds potential for a patio, flower beds and vegetable patches.

• Close to local amenities in Farlow with easy access to the wider Worcestershire region, offering a blend of rural tranquillity and convenience.

The cottage
While this charming stone cottage exudes character, it requires full renovation to meet modern living standards. Potential buyers will have the unique opportunity to undertake an extensive refurbishment, subject to planning permission, to transform this picturesque cottage into a comfortable and functional family home. With its quaint architecture and immense potential, this project promises a rewarding and personalised restoration journey.

The outbuildings
The outbuildings offer immense potential for various functional transformations. With renovations, they could serve as a fully equipped workshop, a serene home office or artist’s studio, or even comfortable guest accommodation (subject to planning consent). Modernising these spaces with structural improvements, utilities, and sustainable features will not only enhance their usability but also increase the property’s overall value. These versatile structures provide a blank canvas for your vision, making them an invaluable asset to the estate.

The land
One of the standout features of this four-acre plot is the stunning, expansive views of the beautiful Worcestershire countryside. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and woodlands, the property offers a serene and picturesque setting, perfect for those seeking tranquillity and a close connection with nature.

This idyllic location is a rare find, providing the perfect backdrop for a peaceful rural lifestyle while still being conveniently close to local amenities in Farlow and the wider Shropshire and Worcestershire region.

Location

Farlow, a charming village nestled in the Shropshire Hill’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering an idyllic countryside lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills, lush fields, and woodlands. This picturesque setting is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding. The village’s serene environment provides a peaceful retreat, making it an ideal location for those seeking tranquillity away from urban hustle.

Despite its rural charm, Farlow is conveniently located between Ludlow, Bridgenorth, Cleobury Mortimer and Kidderminster, ensuring residents have easy access to essential amenities and services. Each town offers a range of shopping centres, restaurants, cafes, schools, and healthcare facilities, making it a practical choice for families and individuals. The village also benefits from good transport links, including major roads and public transport options, connecting residents to larger cities like Birmingham and Worcester.

Living in Farlow means being part of a close-knit, friendly community with a rich local history and culture. This blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and accessibility to urban amenities makes Farlow an attractive and desirable place to call home.

Services

Agents note’s
The property is located in the Shropshire Hill’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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, equivalent to 0.5% of the accepted offer, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive 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 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.