House For Sale £1,200,000
Hill Cottage is a beautifully extended and much-improved cottage dating back to the 1800’s, nestled within the heart of the idyllic countryside of Lower Bentley, boasting stunning panoramic views. This secluded residence, tucked away down a quiet bridal path, compromises an impressive six versatile reception rooms, five double bedrooms and four newly fitted bathrooms . The extensive private grounds enjoy ample parking for several vehicles and separate garage, which could potentially be converted for additional guest accommodation. In addition, the property benefits from having an attractive good sized rear garden with views across neighbouring meadows and fields.
This admirable, character home is approached via a gated driveway and has an electric vehicle charging point, external mains electricity and water supply and has a control system and electric presentation for easy potential addition of electric gates. The current residents have had BT Fibre to the Premises installed in the property with 910mbps capable internet connectivity and have CAT6 gigabit network cabling installed throughout the property terminating in a dedicated comms cupboard.
Entering the much-improved accommodation, the welcoming hallway enjoys solid oak herringbone parquet flooring with exposed beams throughout. The original side of the cottage showcases three reception rooms including a quiet study with skylights; a cosy family room - perfect as a dedicated space for children, gaming or downtime; and a snug sitting room with a brick-built inglenook fireplace and French doors opening to the rear garden.
The double-vaulted hallway radiates off to the dining area with flagstone flooring (which continues through to the kitchen) and French Doors to the rear garden; the farmhouse-style kitchen features granite work surfaces, Aga, integrated dishwasher, oven and hob, freestanding fridge/freezer and further French Doors to the rear garden.
The extended part of the property (completed circa 2000's) features a substantial sized lounge with wooden flooring features, a multi-fuel burner and multiple French doors accessing the rear terrace - enjoying impressive views of the grounds and neighbouring fields; there is a cinema projector and screen in use by the current owners which provides a cinema experience. The lounge extends to a games area (currently housing a pool table available for separate negotiation) which could be used as an additional seating/dining area.
Furthermore, there is a handy utility room with space and plumbing for laundry appliances and a separate WC on the ground floor.
Stairs from the games area lead up to the first-floor master suite with Velux windows and a newly-fitted ensuite featuring his 'n' hers vanity units, a freestanding bath with a wet room style dedicated walk-in shower, and walk-through dressing room with built-in wardrobes.
The wooden staircase from the entrance hallway leads to the first floor landing with doors radiating off to; double bedroom two with a separate dressing room with built-in wardrobes and a contemporary ensuite with rainfall shower; double bedroom three with ensuite and Velux windows; double bedroom four with built-in wardrobes; double bedroom five with en suite shower room; and main bathroom with shower over bath. A number of bathrooms have Bluetooth music speakers and controllers.
Hill Cottage enjoys an attractive rear garden with a generous block paved patio area, a lawn with well-stocked feature beds, a play area, a further sitting area and decking, which benefits from having far-reaching views across low-rise fencing to the neighbouring meadows and fields. Installed within the garden is a water-treatment plant which takes wastewater from the property and purifies it before its disposal.
Hill Lane (the bridle path) houses fields used as a livery yard to keep horses, the bridle path continues through the front of the property and carries on all the way up to Upper Bentley, there are numerous footpaths and bridleways to enjoy the stunning countryside of Bentley Pauncefoot accessible directly from the property. Hill Cottage is a haven for wildlife, directly from the property it is regular to see families of roe deer, owls, hares, kestrels and all manner of other wildlife, a photographers dream.
Agent Note: Further adjoining land may be available to purchase through separate negotiation which would be suitable for horses or small-holding activities (This land is not owned by current vendors).
Just opposite the bridlepath which serves access to the property is Fosters Green and Eades Meadow National Nature Reserve, known for its rare plants, and also provides immediate access to bridleways and public footpaths leading to stunning open countryside. Lower Bentley is a desirable rural location within easy reach of Bromsgrove (4 miles), Redditch (4 miles) with good access to the M5 motorway, Wychbold (4 Miles) and the M42 with access to Birmingham Airport.
Rooms -
Store - 2m x 1.25m (6'6" x 4'1")
Garage - 5.81m x 4.82m (19'0" x 15'9")
Lounge/Games Room - 14.12m x 6.84m (46'3" x 22'5") max
Store - 1.31m x 0.91m (4'3" x 2'11")
Kitchen - 6.77m x 3.79m (22'2" x 12'5") max
Dining Room - 4.75m x 3.5m (15'7" x 11'5")
Utility Room - 2.88m x 1.27m (9'5" x 4'2")
WC - 1.73m x 1.27m (5'8" x 4'2") max
Family Room - 4.27m x 3.58m (14'0" x 11'8")
Sitting Room - 6.16m x 4.24m (20'2" x 13'10")
Study - 5.64m x 2.56m (18'6" x 8'4") max
Stairs To First Floor Landing
Master Bedroom - 9.97m x 3.51m (32'8" x 11'6") max
Ensuite - 4.61m x 3.49m (15'1" x 11'5") max
Dressing Room - 3.61m x 3.75m (11'10" x 12'3") max
Bedroom 2 - 3.6m x 4.23m (11'9" x 13'10")
Ensuite - 2.59m x 2.35m (8'5" x 7'8")
Dressing Room - 2.41m x 1.46m (7'10" x 4'9")
Bedroom 3 - 5.27m x 3.8m (17'3" x 12'5") max
Ensuite - 2.18m x 1.37m (7'1" x 4'5")
Bedroom 4 - 3.58m x 4.25m (11'8" x 13'11") max
Bedroom 5 - 3.5m x 3.27m (11'5" x 10'8") max
