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WHITEHOUSE FARM Whitehouse Farm is a very spacious four bedroom bungalow tucked away in a quiet location on the edge of the picturesque village of Hanbury. The property was originally built in the 1990’s from materials that once formed an old agricultural building giving it many redeeming features inside such as beams and exposed timbers. The bungalow sits in circa three quarter of an acre of land with a triple garage and is surrounded by open countryside.
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Accommodation Summary Whitehouse Farm is approached through an oak door and into a tiled Entrance Hall with handy storage cupboards for coats and shoes. This leads into the Inner Hall which is large and welcoming and is the central hub of the bungalow. The property has all of the accommodation on one floor and it all leads off from the Inner Hall including the stunning, extensive Sitting Room which has vaulted beamed ceilings and timbers throughout and a large brick inglenook fireplace with a gas effect stove. The current owner has a formal Dining Area at one end of the lovely large room and has doors leading to the large Conservatory which faces the garden and is a very useful space. The Utility Room has a sink and space for washing machine and tumble drier. The well-proportioned country Kitchen has a gas fired Aga and oak cupboards with an island, and is the hub of the home with a door leading to the driveway and garaging area. The huge lounge is the room that I’d say really has that wow factor,” says Elizabeth. “It’s very large and it has exposed woodwork that comes down to partially divide the space, so I’ve been able to use one end as a more formal dining area. It also has exposed beams and a very nice fireplace so although it’s a big room, it has a very cosy atmosphere.”
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Seller Insight Tucked away, in a quiet location on the edge of the picturesque village of Hanbury, is Whitehouse Farm, a very spacious bungalow that boasts a large and extremely attractive garden. “I’d say it was a combination of both the bungalow and the location that sold this property to my husband and I when we came across it twenty-three years ago,” says Elizabeth. “Previously we’d lived on a farm, but when we decided to downsize we knew that a little house on an estate just wasn’t going to work for us. This property offered a superb amount of manageable space, both inside and out, and a good degree of peace and privacy all in a location that, although quite rural, doesn’t feel cut off from civilisation. In short, for us it ticked all the boxes.” “The bungalow was built back in the early 1990s so it was fairly new when we came here, but it’s been beautifully constructed from materials that once formed an old agricultural building so it doesn’t look like a modern building, which fits in very nicely with this gorgeous countryside setting. It has a traditional layout and all of the rooms are very generously proportioned, and there are nice features such as beams and exposed timbers that give it a real sense of character. The layout flows very nicely and there are rooms that are quite flexible in terms of how they are used so the accommodation can essentially be adapted and changed depending on your needs.” “The bungalow sits on around three quarters of an acre of land and, as well as a huge driveway, there’s also a triple garage so there’s plenty of parking when people come to visit,” continues Elizabeth. “The garden itself is mainly laid to lawn, and it also incorporates lots of pretty trees and shrubs that create a good degree of colour and interest all year round. We’ve designed it to be as low maintenance as possible, but it could be an absolute dream for a keen gardener; there’s tremendous scope to develop it further.” “What I’ve enjoyed most about the location is the fact that, although these picturesque surroundings give you the feeling of being away from it all, in reality everything is within easy reach. Worcester, Droitwich and Bromsgrove have a good selection of shops and amenities and are all just minutes away by car.” “Being surrounded by so much beautiful countryside makes this a lovely place for walking and there are some gorgeous places to visit. Hanbury Church, the Jinney Ring Craft Centre and the beautiful Hanbury Hall are all just a stone’s throw away, and they are just a few examples of the lovely places we have in the local area. In my opinion this is a location that would be hard to better.” “The space, the utter peace and tranquillity, the sense of privacy… all the things that attracted me to the property in the first place are the things that I’ll miss when I go,” says Elizabeth. “I can honestly say that I’ve been extremely happy living here for the past twenty-three years.”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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The bungalow has four bedrooms which are found in two wings. The large Master Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room and the Family Bathroom with bath and separate shower are all found in wing one. Bedrooms Two, Three and Four are all found in the second wing and are all double rooms.
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Outside The bungalow has a larger driveway which is accessed through a wooden gate and has parking for numerous vehicles and a turning circle. There is a path which leads to the front door and extensive front gardens which have views across the open countryside of Hanbury. There are three large garages, two of which have electrically operated doors and one which is used mainly for storage purposes. The gardens to the rear are mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and well stocked flower beds. There is a useful garden shed which will be included in the sale. Views across to the Malvern Hills and surrounding Worcestershire countryside are found at the top of the garden.
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LOCATION Hanbury is a historic Worcestershire settlement lying on the “Saltway” which is a Roman Road linking Droitwich, to the West, with Alcester and Warwickshire to the East. The current village is well served with amenities including a first school, The “Jinney Ring” craft centre, The Vernon Arms Public House and a village hall which accommodates local clubs and activities, as well as the National Trust property of Hanbury Hall, set within its magnificent parkland estate. The property is close to the ever popular Hanbury Church and for dog lovers, provides excellent walks throughout the countryside. Droitwich Spa provides for most daily needs with supermarkets, including Waitrose, a thriving precinct and high street with a mix of large brands, cafes, public houses and boutique shopping. The market town of Bromsgrove, lying to the North, is equally well served with busy commercial and retail outlets centred on its pedestrianised High Street. If education is a priority, in addition to the primary school, the independent sector is well served with Bromsgrove School retaining a reputation of international repute. Further afield, highly regarded schools may be found in Worcester including The Royal Grammar School and King’s School.The King Edward Schools are within the Birmingham conurbation. Train stations may be found at Droitwich, Bromsgrove and Worcester (the new Worcester Parkway railway station, which will offer improved access and capacity to London, is under construction). The new electrified line from Bromsgrove offers fast access to Birmingham City Centre. The motorway network may also be accessed at Droitwich (M5 junction 5) for travel Southwards to Cheltenham, Gloucester and the South West peninsula and North onto Birmingham,The Black Country and M6 motorway. The M42 may be accessed at Bromsgrove for onward travel to Birmingham International Airport, M1 North and M40 South East to London.
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Services Mains Electricity, Water and Gas and connected to the property. Septic Tank (Klargester) Local Authority Wychavon District Council Tax Band G Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01905 678111. Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com Opening Hours: Monday to Friday Saturday
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 21.10.2019
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VANESSA BRADFORD Fine & Country Droitwich Spa T: 01905 678111 | M: 07967 046051 email: vanessa.bradford@fineandcountry.com Vanessa is a Real Estate specialist who has worked within the upper quartile of the property market for many years and demonstrates exceptional knowledge, experience and skill. She shows owners how to achieve the best possible prices for their homes and uses her considerable negotiating skills to ensure that all offers reach their full potential. She has grown up in Worcestershire and lives with her husband, daughter and 4 dogs in the small hamlet of Oddingley. She supports the Fine and Country Foundation, helping the homeless and less fortunate by organising charity events locally. In her spare time, she loves walking her dogs, cooking and travelling.
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FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1905 678111 droitwich@fineandcountry.com 12 Victoria Square, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire WR9 8DS
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