3 bed detached house for sale

Wolverley Road, Wolverley, Kidderminster DY10

An extraordinary haven for equine enthusiasts...

Description

• A charming coach house with 7.2 acres of land providing a unique opportunity for equine enthusiasts, complemented by extensive equestrian facilities that include six stables and a tack room.

• This comprehensive equestrian set up has a rich history of training racehorses and includes a 2-furlong gallop, wood chip turnout pen and secure paddocks.

• The converted coach house offers spacious and charming interiors with three double bedrooms, the master with a spacious en suite.

• The kitchen is a main focal point, accessed through a wooden stable style door and featuring wooden farmhouse-style units, extensive worktop space and a wealth of integrated appliances.

• There are stunning formal gardens with a large patio for alfresco dining. Thoughtfully landscaped lawned gardens with stone features and pathways provide a picturesque setting, offering captivating views across the expansive grounds and beyond.

An exceptional converted coach house that exudes both charm and character, complemented by outstanding equestrian facilities.

This extraordinary residence is tailor-made for those with a passionate interest in equestrian pursuits. The current owners, with over 27 years of professional racing experience, have dedicated this property to the training of racehorses. The expansive facilities present a rare and exciting opportunity and include 7.2 acres of land featuring paddocks for turning out, a 2-furlong gallop, a turnout pen, six stables and a tack room.

The Coach House offers a spacious and practical layout of accommodation that includes a generously sized living room, a dining room and kitchen breakfast room. There is also planning to convert the greenhouse into an additional reception room. Upstairs there are double bedrooms, one of which boasts its own en-suite bathroom.

Outside, the large driveway is complimented by the practicality of a double garage and workshop. The formal gardens provide captivating views over the grounds of the property and countryside beyond.

This unique property successfully blends the character of a converted coach house with top-tier equestrian facilities.

Planning
Planning permission (Ref: 24/0671/hou) has been granted for the addition of a corridor connecting the living room to the existing greenhouse structure. The approved plans include the conversion of the greenhouse into a fully enclosed reception room, allowing for a seamless extension of the ground floor layout.

This proposed addition offers excellent potential to enhance the versatility of the home. The new reception space could be tailored to a variety of uses, such as a home office, reading room, garden lounge or playroom-creating a flexible area that suits a modern lifestyle while adding both functionality and value to the property.

The approach and garage
This distinctive property, with feature arched windows and a magnificent oak-framed porch, leaves a lasting impression. Adjacent to the main residence, a detached brick double garage and a timber workshop are complimented by ample parking for multiple vehicles.

The kitchen
The spacious kitchen features wooden farmhouse-style wall and base units with extensive worktop space, complemented by a sink with drainer and mixer tap. Integrated additions include an eye-level oven, hob, extractor fan and a fridge freezer. The kitchen is further enhanced by under cupboard lighting, a wine-rack and stylish tiling to the splash backs and flooring. This inviting kitchen provides a sociable space with room for a dining table and an internal window that offers a glimpse into the hallway.

The hallway
The large hallway, accessed through a stained glass, part-glazed door and features, wooden flooring and a balustrade staircase that leads up to the galleried landing. The living room, sitting room, kitchen, cloakroom and master bedroom are all accessed from this hallway.

The living room
The spacious, light-filled living room features quality wooden flooring, large dual-aspect windows with garden views, and glazed double doors leading to the patio. Plans are in place to connect this room to a new reception area-set to replace the existing greenhouse-via a corridor, enhancing the home’s flow and versatility.

The sitting room
The sitting room emanates character and charm, with intricate coving, ceiling roses and a focal point in the form of an ornate fireplace with a tiled hearth and wooden surround. Dual-aspect windows, including a delightful arched window, flood the room with natural light.

The master bedroom suite
The impressively spacious master bedroom features extensive fitted bedroom furniture and wardrobes and benefits from lovely views through the dual-aspect windows. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a WC, washbasin, bathtub with a telephone style shower attachment to the tap and a separate shower cubicle.

The first floor
The galleried landing leads to the bedrooms and family bathroom. Delightful half-moon windows to the front and a Velux window in the ceiling floods this delightful space with natural light.

Bedrooms two and three
Bedroom two is a bright and airy room with a half-moon window and a Velux window to the front and an additional Velux window to the rear.

Bedroom three is versatile and large enough to be configured as both a small double room or a spacious single.

The family bathroom
The well-appointed family bathroom bathtub features a large bathtub with a shower attachment to the tap and a walk-in shower cubicle. Tiled walls, a chrome towel radiator and a Velux window contribute to the functional and stylish design.

Equestrian facilities
The 7.2 acres of land that accompanies The Coach House is truly extraordinary and include a 2-furlong gallop, secure paddocks for grazing and mature woodland. Delightful woodland borders the gallops, elevating the experience of exercising the horses, whilst adding natural beauty to the grounds for those who cherish nature.

The property has a rich history of over 27 years of training racehorses. Adding to its allure are extensive equestrian outbuildings, including six stables and a tack room. The wood chip turnout pen provides perfect year-round ground conditions for horse exercise.

Gardens and grounds
This delightful residence boasts stunning formal gardens, complete with a large patio ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. A lawned garden to the side enhances the charm and featuring a captivating stone water feature.

Beyond the patio, a meticulously manicured, larger lawned and walled garden awaits, thoughtfully landscaped with pathways leading to a central raised stone circle. From these formal gardens, one can relish breathtaking views across the expansive grounds beyond. An additional highlight is the sizeable lean-to conservatory gracing the garden.

Location

Nestled in the picturesque village of Wolverley, this property boasts an enviable location. The setting is nothing short of idyllic, with a tranquil and relaxed atmosphere surrounded by beautiful countryside. The thriving village centre adds to the appeal, featuring an array of charming pubs. Just on the outskirts, a mini pro golf course offers leisurely activities and the renowned Lock Inn, situated on the banks of the Worcestershire/Staffordshire canal, provides a perfect spot for walks along heritage waterways leading to Kinver and Kidderminster.

For nature enthusiasts, the delightful Bodenham Arboretum is a short drive away, offering views of the magnificent Kinver Edge and Wolverley Country Park. These natural wonders are on the doorstep, showcasing the splendid landscape accessible directly from the village. Wolverley’s proximity to Bewdley, the Wyre Forest and the Severn Valley railway further enriches the range of experiences available.

Moreover, convenient commuter networks connect Wolverley to Birmingham, Hagley, Bridgnorth and Worcester. This village truly encapsulates a harmonious blend of natural beauty, leisurely pursuits and easy accessibility to neighbouring attractions.

Services

Mains gas, electricity and water.

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 will be 0.5% of the accepted offer price for offers below £800,000 and 1% for offers of £800,000 or over. This fee, unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and 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/or 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.