House For Sale £2,250,000
A unique, stunning and versatile home finished to an exceptional standard, this spectacular property lies discreetly at the end of a sweeping tree lined driveway, nestled in just under 10 acres.<br/><br/>The many facilities and features include a separate coach house with a one-bedroom apartment and a four-bay garage beneath.
The stunning entrance hall with a galleried staircase leads to four versatile reception rooms and a bespoke kitchen.
There are six bedrooms, five bathrooms, two dressing rooms, a sitting room/further bedroom (currently used as an office) and two balconies to admire the breath-taking views.
The grounds are a particular feature, the south facing terrace shares the superb views, other features include a swim jet heated pool, sheltered hot tub, and its very own pizza oven.
By any standards this is an exceptional property.
<br/><br/>The situation is exceptional. Warren Hill is in a tranquil private setting, whilst near to Kinver and surrounding villages, with ample amenities and countryside walks on your doorstep. The motorway network is easily accessible, and Warren Hill is just a 15-minute drive from Junctions 3 and 4 of the M5.
From the grounds there is a side gate with access to a secluded footpath that provides a picturesque walk to Kinver along the river and canal towpaths avoiding any roads. This scenic walk takes 20 minutes, whilst travelling by car will take 5 minutes to get to the village where there is a doctor’s surgery, dentist, pharmacy, deli, Post Office, Co-Op along with other shops and restaurants.
There are some excellent independent schools within easy reach, Bromsgrove School is a 30-minute drive. Old Swinford Hospital School is a 10-minute drive whilst in Worcester there is the Royal Grammar School and the King’s School.<br/><br/>Warren Hill is a unique and sizeable property nestled in just under 10 acres, built in 1937 by local business and landowners the Marsh family. It was well constructed in an Arts and Crafts style and to date has only had 3 owners.
The current owners purchased the property in the Autumn of 2012 and drew up plans for a large garage/coach house and a 3-phase renovation programme. The coach house was completed in May 2013 and the renovations to the main house and patio began in May 2013 and were completed by Autumn 2014.
Finished to an impeccably high standard throughout it is approached through electronic wooden gates, with intercom and Videx camera, down a sweeping tree lined driveway. This is lit by a series of remote control operated lampposts and leads to the main house with ample outside parking as well as the coach house garaging.
The main residence is entered via a solid oak door to the oak canopied porch through into a stunning reception hall with an American white oak staircase being the central focal point. This grand space is flooded with light from the rear windows and doors beyond the staircase, which open out to the terrace. There is ample room for seating around the log burner within this wonderful space, plus a useful storage cupboard and cloakroom.
To the right of the hallway is the drawing room, which has original oak flooring, an open fireplace with stone surround, beams to the ceiling and exposed brickwork around the triple aspect windows.
On the left of the hallway is the formal dining room with a feature open fireplace, original oak flooring, and a large window overlooking the terrace. This connects through to the stunning kitchen and family area which forms the heart of the house and is also accessible from the hallway.
This extremely versatile space has underfloor heating and comprises a lovely family room which is flooded with light from the floor to ceiling triple glazed oak windows and aluminium bi fold doors, which open onto the terrace. It has a Swedish log burning stove, is partly tiled and partly carpeted, has oak beams and the design flows effortlessly into the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room.
The superb kitchen area is fitted with a central island and a range of high-end units that incorporate soft closing mechanisms and integrated appliances. This includes a twin gas fired aga and companion set with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge and an additional American-style fridge freezer. Complementing the finish are twin copper sinks, all topped perfectly with granite worksurfaces. There is also a breakfast bar and a fitted walk-in pantry. From the kitchen is a lobby through to the hallway with a downstairs cloakroom and separate WC.
The utility room is fitted with a range of cupboards and has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, a large ‘Sheila Maid’ pully operated laundry drying rack and enamel butlers sink.
A further door leads to an additional spacious lounge which has a corner staircase rising to bedroom suite two above. This is an ideal space for older children who require more independence, a dependant relative or as a guest suite.
From the reception hallway the staircase rises to a beautiful galleried landing from which the main suites and bedrooms radiate.
The main bedroom is simply magnificent, with a spacious dressing room that features fitted furniture and access to a wraparound balcony, ideal for enjoying a morning coffee or evening drinks taking in the uninterrupted views. The contemporary ensuite is fitted to a high standard with tiled floors and walls, large walk-in shower, double vanity units and WC.
The second sizeable suite has high ceilings and a mezzanine storage area, leading to a fully fitted dressing room and bathroom with large walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC.
The house bathroom features a large roll top enamel bath, vanity unit, shower, WC and storage cupboard. There is also a separate WC on this floor.
Bedroom three benefits from an ensuite shower room and a private balcony and bedroom four is a sizeable double room.
A further staircase leads to the second floor providing a further spacious suite, again ideal for multigenerational living, with fantastic views to the rear. It has three interconnecting rooms and an ensuite bathroom with oak beams, wooden panelling, a freestanding ‘copper’ bath with chrome floor taps, vanity unit and WC. There is also a boarded loft room perfect for storage.
The Coach House
Constructed in oak and brick, with reclaimed tiled roof it was designed and built by a local oak building company of national repute.
The first floor provides a completely private and self-contained apartment accessed by an external oak staircase. With a fully fitted kitchen, dining, and lounge area along with a separate bedroom and shower room. It is well insulated and has ample electric points and heating throughout.
At ground level is undercover parking for four cars, a double garage with oak doors, plus two open fronted parking bays along with a bike and log store.
Outside
The rear aspect is both beautiful and private with extensive lawns bordered by woodland. The south-facing rear terrace sweeps around the whole of the back of the house and provides a wonderful space for entertaining with covered areas for dining, lounge seating area and table tennis. On the other side is a brick pizza oven, an above ground Swimjet pool (air source pump heated), covered spa and a summer house.
From the driveway a track leads to the meadow area where there is an enclosed area for garden waste and a small concealed garage for machinery.
There is a separate paddock of just under 3.5 acres next to the property boundary with power and water and its own roadside access through a 5-bar gate. This is available by separate negotiation.
Services
To the left of the property a boiler room joins and contains the house boiler, underfloor heating controls, large hot water cylinder with back-up immersion and a gardener’s WC.
Mains gas, water and electricity, with a large area of underfloor heating to ground floor. Drainage is private with a septic tank.
Landline and broadband are currently provided by BT. The house is alarmed (police monitored) and has a CCTV system.
The stunning entrance hall with a galleried staircase leads to four versatile reception rooms and a bespoke kitchen.
There are six bedrooms, five bathrooms, two dressing rooms, a sitting room/further bedroom (currently used as an office) and two balconies to admire the breath-taking views.
The grounds are a particular feature, the south facing terrace shares the superb views, other features include a swim jet heated pool, sheltered hot tub, and its very own pizza oven.
By any standards this is an exceptional property.
<br/><br/>The situation is exceptional. Warren Hill is in a tranquil private setting, whilst near to Kinver and surrounding villages, with ample amenities and countryside walks on your doorstep. The motorway network is easily accessible, and Warren Hill is just a 15-minute drive from Junctions 3 and 4 of the M5.
From the grounds there is a side gate with access to a secluded footpath that provides a picturesque walk to Kinver along the river and canal towpaths avoiding any roads. This scenic walk takes 20 minutes, whilst travelling by car will take 5 minutes to get to the village where there is a doctor’s surgery, dentist, pharmacy, deli, Post Office, Co-Op along with other shops and restaurants.
There are some excellent independent schools within easy reach, Bromsgrove School is a 30-minute drive. Old Swinford Hospital School is a 10-minute drive whilst in Worcester there is the Royal Grammar School and the King’s School.<br/><br/>Warren Hill is a unique and sizeable property nestled in just under 10 acres, built in 1937 by local business and landowners the Marsh family. It was well constructed in an Arts and Crafts style and to date has only had 3 owners.
The current owners purchased the property in the Autumn of 2012 and drew up plans for a large garage/coach house and a 3-phase renovation programme. The coach house was completed in May 2013 and the renovations to the main house and patio began in May 2013 and were completed by Autumn 2014.
Finished to an impeccably high standard throughout it is approached through electronic wooden gates, with intercom and Videx camera, down a sweeping tree lined driveway. This is lit by a series of remote control operated lampposts and leads to the main house with ample outside parking as well as the coach house garaging.
The main residence is entered via a solid oak door to the oak canopied porch through into a stunning reception hall with an American white oak staircase being the central focal point. This grand space is flooded with light from the rear windows and doors beyond the staircase, which open out to the terrace. There is ample room for seating around the log burner within this wonderful space, plus a useful storage cupboard and cloakroom.
To the right of the hallway is the drawing room, which has original oak flooring, an open fireplace with stone surround, beams to the ceiling and exposed brickwork around the triple aspect windows.
On the left of the hallway is the formal dining room with a feature open fireplace, original oak flooring, and a large window overlooking the terrace. This connects through to the stunning kitchen and family area which forms the heart of the house and is also accessible from the hallway.
This extremely versatile space has underfloor heating and comprises a lovely family room which is flooded with light from the floor to ceiling triple glazed oak windows and aluminium bi fold doors, which open onto the terrace. It has a Swedish log burning stove, is partly tiled and partly carpeted, has oak beams and the design flows effortlessly into the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room.
The superb kitchen area is fitted with a central island and a range of high-end units that incorporate soft closing mechanisms and integrated appliances. This includes a twin gas fired aga and companion set with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge and an additional American-style fridge freezer. Complementing the finish are twin copper sinks, all topped perfectly with granite worksurfaces. There is also a breakfast bar and a fitted walk-in pantry. From the kitchen is a lobby through to the hallway with a downstairs cloakroom and separate WC.
The utility room is fitted with a range of cupboards and has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, a large ‘Sheila Maid’ pully operated laundry drying rack and enamel butlers sink.
A further door leads to an additional spacious lounge which has a corner staircase rising to bedroom suite two above. This is an ideal space for older children who require more independence, a dependant relative or as a guest suite.
From the reception hallway the staircase rises to a beautiful galleried landing from which the main suites and bedrooms radiate.
The main bedroom is simply magnificent, with a spacious dressing room that features fitted furniture and access to a wraparound balcony, ideal for enjoying a morning coffee or evening drinks taking in the uninterrupted views. The contemporary ensuite is fitted to a high standard with tiled floors and walls, large walk-in shower, double vanity units and WC.
The second sizeable suite has high ceilings and a mezzanine storage area, leading to a fully fitted dressing room and bathroom with large walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC.
The house bathroom features a large roll top enamel bath, vanity unit, shower, WC and storage cupboard. There is also a separate WC on this floor.
Bedroom three benefits from an ensuite shower room and a private balcony and bedroom four is a sizeable double room.
A further staircase leads to the second floor providing a further spacious suite, again ideal for multigenerational living, with fantastic views to the rear. It has three interconnecting rooms and an ensuite bathroom with oak beams, wooden panelling, a freestanding ‘copper’ bath with chrome floor taps, vanity unit and WC. There is also a boarded loft room perfect for storage.
The Coach House
Constructed in oak and brick, with reclaimed tiled roof it was designed and built by a local oak building company of national repute.
The first floor provides a completely private and self-contained apartment accessed by an external oak staircase. With a fully fitted kitchen, dining, and lounge area along with a separate bedroom and shower room. It is well insulated and has ample electric points and heating throughout.
At ground level is undercover parking for four cars, a double garage with oak doors, plus two open fronted parking bays along with a bike and log store.
Outside
The rear aspect is both beautiful and private with extensive lawns bordered by woodland. The south-facing rear terrace sweeps around the whole of the back of the house and provides a wonderful space for entertaining with covered areas for dining, lounge seating area and table tennis. On the other side is a brick pizza oven, an above ground Swimjet pool (air source pump heated), covered spa and a summer house.
From the driveway a track leads to the meadow area where there is an enclosed area for garden waste and a small concealed garage for machinery.
There is a separate paddock of just under 3.5 acres next to the property boundary with power and water and its own roadside access through a 5-bar gate. This is available by separate negotiation.
Services
To the left of the property a boiler room joins and contains the house boiler, underfloor heating controls, large hot water cylinder with back-up immersion and a gardener’s WC.
Mains gas, water and electricity, with a large area of underfloor heating to ground floor. Drainage is private with a septic tank.
Landline and broadband are currently provided by BT. The house is alarmed (police monitored) and has a CCTV system.
