A handsome Country House with annex accommodation, overlooking its own 2 acre lake, surrounded by mature gardens, woodland and fields to approximately 12.5 acres with outbuildings and office

Description

Redmarley is situated in the the lovely Worcestershire countryside and while it does benefit from having neighbours so is not secluded, once there it offers total privacy looking out to the lake, paddocks and woodland beyond.

The house is accessed from the front drive and the large wooden front door leads into a small entrance hall and then on into the main hall on the right hand side with a wood burner, with exposed beams to the ceilings and a back door to the gardens. Leading off the hall is a downstairs cloakroom and small study.

To the right hand side of the main hall is the drawing room with wooden floors, beamed ceilings and sash windows looking over the gardens, there is a tremendous amount of charm to this room. There is an open fire with a stone hearth and built in book cases. This is a lovely formal room for evening entertaining. To the left of the main hall is the sitting room, with exposed beamed ceilings and shutters to the two sash windows looking on to the gardens. There is a fire place with stone hearth and wooden mantle with a Clearview log burner and an internal window looking back into the hall which was once the original outside wall.

Next to the sitting room is the formal dining room, perfect for entertaining with high ceilings, a large ingle nook fireplace, and two sash windows with shutters looking to the gardens and a serving hatch to the kitchen. There is a modernised but traditional kitchen with fitted shaker style units under granite work surfaces, a 4 door LPG heated Aga and additional electric induction hobs in the island, a built in dishwasher with a space for an American style fridge. Adjoining the kitchen is a beautifully positioned and designed timber framed conservatory looking over the lake. Off the kitchen is a useful larder with built in units for additional storage space and a utility. With a the back door to the courtyard, this is currently utilised as the day to day entrance to the property with ample space for coats and shoes.

The stairs to the first floor rise from the main hall and are carpeted. They have wooden bannisters and exposed beams above, there is a WC half way up the stair case. Directly in front is the principle bedroom. A spacious double bedroom with exposed beamed ceilings, fitted wardrobes and picturesque views looking over the lake. The en suite bathroom is a large bathroom full of character with exposed beamed ceilings and walls, a large bath with tile surround and step up, his and hers basins with matching tiles to the bath. There is a separate access to the landing. There is a long landing with two double bedrooms to the right hand side, then up a small flight of stairs leading to a family bathroom and another good sized double bedroom. At the end of the landing is a superb guest room with en suite bathroom that has been recently installed with free standing bath, wooden vanity unit and a shower. Along the landing there is a great deal of storage space with built in cupboards and an access to the roof space. Outside the house adjoining the main front door is a flight of stairs leading down the cellars.

2 BEDROOM SELF CONTAINED FLAT
Attached to the main house but with its own entrance is a recently modernised two bedroom flat, with its own sitting room, bathroom, kitchen and dining area. This is accessed from the courtyard.

The flat provides excellent opportunity for additional accommodation for extended family, friends or for rental income.

OUTBUILDINGS
Redmarley benefits from a useful range of traditional brick under tile roof outbuildings lending themselves to numerous uses. The ground floor is split into 5 rooms with space for storage, workshops. Attached to the outbuilding is a dog kennel and run.

The first floor is accessed via outside steps at the end of the barn and lead into a fantastic open plan office space with exposed beams and carpeted floor. This is the perfect home office with windows to both sides of the barn providing a light
space and a log burner to stay warm in the winter months. In addition to the large barn are further brick outbuildings, currently utilised for garden storage space and an outside WC.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Redmarley is situated within 12.50 acres (5.059 hectares) of well-maintained mature gardens, woodland, a two acre lake and extensive grassland, which all protect its view and create a sense of privacy. The formal gardens surrounding the house
have been expertly planned and planted with seasonal borders and feature trees to provide year round cover and colour.

The house stands above the large lawn which leads down to the lake and stream. The lake is stream fed and has an island with a willow tree and a boat house. The lake is home to an abundance of wildlife with coarse fish, a tremendous amount of native
birdlife, including ducks, geese, herons, king fishers and even an occasional osprey has been spotted.

There is a lake side walk, meandering through the beautiful surrounding woodland with mature oaks, laurels, rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, yew trees, silver birch, beech and holly to name just a few of the species. Beyond the woodland is a productive
paddock, perfect for equestrian or livestock use with a mains water supply to field troughs. The woodland walk continues around the far side of the lake, where the views across the lake to the house are absolutely stunning. Beyond the lake is a tennis court and a hidden Greek Altar.

A lot of care and attention has gone into the planning of this wonderful garden with pathways leading you into different areas providing an interesting and eclectic mix of lawns, mature borders and feature trees. The garden provides total privacy with views to the surrounding countryside and have been intelligently designed to make the most of the landscape and available space.

Location

Redmarley is located to the east side of Great Witley with south facing views across its own lake and fields towards woodland beyond. It is a striking Grade II listed country residence originating from the 17th Century with later alterations and additions. The house and gardens are very well positioned, offering privacy and space, while at the same time being very accessible to the village, nearby towns and motorway network.

Great Witley is a popular village in the Malvern Hills District of northwest Worcestershire, located approximately 10 miles from the City of Worcester and 12 miles from the M5 junction at Droitwich. There are a number of fantastic schools in the area to include: The Downs, Winterfold, Moor Park, Hawford Lodge, Kings Worcester, the Royal Grammar School Worcester, Bromsgrove School and Malvern College.

The surrounding area provides a wealth of opportunity for outdoor recreation with Witley Court, Woodbury Hill, the Malvern Hills and the River Teme Valley to the west. Redmarley is approached through tall wooden gates into the gravelled court yard, with an in and out driveway. There is a large parking area enclosed by the house and outbuildings providing a wonderful feeling of privacy, space and seclusion.

The house is set in approximately 12.50 acres (5.059 hectares) of land to include the formal surrounding gardens, a 2 acre lake teeming with wildlife, mature woodland and grass paddocks. There are a range of outbuildings providing extensive storage and include a sizeable first floor office area.

Square Footage: 4,351 sq ft


Acreage: 12.5 Acres

Directions

Redmarley is situated on the outskirts of Great Witley, midway between Kidderminster and Worcester. The postcode is WR6 6JS The property is accessed from Stourport Road, on the linking road, the B4197 to the A443. The access is on the left hand side and is the second entrance through the large wooden gates. There is a second access which is the first entrance, primarily utilised as the properties exit route.

Additional Info

LOCAL AUTHORITY Malvern Hills -[use Contact Agent Button]

COUNCIL TAX;
Redmarley: Band H
Redmarley Flat: Band A

SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Private sewage treatment plant. The house is protected by a CCTV security system.