Detached house for sale in Buckeridge, Rock, Kidderminster DY14

A cottage style country home nicely tucked away in a convenient rural setting between Bewdley and Cleobury. Situated in completely secluded grounds approaching one quarter of an acre with a spacious and adaptable layout.

Description

The kitchen
The kitchen is a tastefully appointed space that captures modern country living. Fitted with Shaker-style units and oak work surfaces, the kitchen exudes charm and practicality. A ‘Range’ style oven with an extractor fan takes pride of place, while the Belfast sink adds to the traditional feel. The space benefits from an adjoining utility room with ample room for appliances and additional storage, with a stable door leading to the rear garden.

The living & dining room
The expansive L-shaped living area is the heart of the home, combining sitting, dining and cooking spaces into one harmonious setting. A bay-fronted sitting area, centred around a wood-burning stove, provides warmth and character. The dining section, bathed in natural light from French doors, opens onto the secluded rear garden, creating an ideal flow for entertaining.

The snug
Situated on the ground floor, the snug offers a cosy and versatile space that could easily serve as an office or a fifth bedroom. Located at the front of the property, this room enjoys natural light and a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation or work.

The hallway
The welcoming hallway features stairs leading to the first floor, with doors that open to both the living areas and the ground floor bedroom. The layout is thoughtfully designed to keep the living and sleeping quarters nicely separated.

Bedroom one
Bedroom one is a spacious ground-floor retreat with views overlooking the front terrace. Flooded with natural light, this double room is well-separated from the living areas, providing a peaceful and private space. The room also features a bespoke fitted wardrobe, enhancing its functionality.

The en suite
The en suite to bedroom one is beautifully appointed, with a blend of traditional and modern elements. It features a panelled bath, a separate shower cubicle, wood panelling and wooden flooring, all of which contribute to a relaxing and luxurious atmosphere.

Bedroom two
Located on the first floor, bedroom two is a spacious double room with a cottage-like feel. The dual-aspect windows flood the room with light, offering tranquil views of the surrounding countryside, as well as built-in wardrobes enhancing the sense of space.

Bedroom three
Bedroom three, also on the first floor, is a generously sized double room that benefits from dual-aspect windows. The room is bright and airy, making it a comfortable space for rest and relaxation.

Bedroom four
The fourth bedroom, while slightly smaller, is still a good size and features a charming cottage-style window. Downlighters add a modern touch, making this a versatile room suitable for various uses.

The bathroom
The family bathroom on the first floor is tastefully styled, centring around a freestanding rolltop bath. Traditional elements like a pedestal wash basin and a radiator/towel rail combination complete the room, offering both comfort and elegance.

The garden
The garden at the rear of the property is a private oasis, designed with entertaining in mind. A paved patio extends the full width of the house, bordered by low-level walling, creating a perfect spot for outdoor dining. Beyond the patio is a small lawn, enclosed by mature hedging, offering a secluded space to relax.

The office & driveway
The property is accessed via a long driveway that sweeps up from the lane, providing ample parking and a turning area halfway up. The driveway leads directly to the house and the converted office, ensuring both convenience and privacy.

The former double garage has been thoughtfully converted into a self-contained office space. This quiet retreat is ideal for home working, providing a private and peaceful environment away from the main living areas.

Location

Treetops enjoys a coveted rural location, nestling in picturesque Worcestershire between the towns of Bewdley and Cleobury Mortimer which are both conveniently close at hand. The property is completely property and not overlooked by neighbours, providing a peaceful country retreat without being isolated.

This is the perfect location for getting outdoors, with plenty of bridleways and country lanes leading to local beauty spots which include the renowned Wyre Forest Nature Reserve. As England’s largest protected area, the Wyre Forest has an abundance of pathways ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding.

The village of Far Forest is the closest settlement and has a recently upgraded village store, a vibrant village hall, a popular country pub/restaurant and a highly regarded primary school.

Just under 5 miles away lies the charming town of Bewdley, renowned for its picturesque riverside setting, rich history and unique attractions such as the Severn Valley Steam Railway and the West Midlands Safari Park. Bewdley School and Bewdley Sixth Form was the 2019 winner ‘‘Secondary School of the Year’ at the Worcestershire Educational Awards.

Treetops is in the enviable position of being surrounded by rural tranquillity yet less than 15 miles from Worcester City, where transport links are served by the mainline railway stations and the motorway network via the M5.

Services

The property benefits from mains electricity and water, oil tank and septic tank.

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 unless specified otherwise, 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.