4 Bedroom Detached House

Location 

Situated on the outskirts of West Malvern in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', Ravenscroft sits in Croft Bank from where spectacular views over the Herefordshire countryside can be enjoyed.  Numerous footpaths onto the Malvern Hills and the surrounding countryside are accessible directly from the property offering extensive opportunity for walking and cycling, with the many amenities of the town only a short distance away.  Ravenscroft truly offers 'the best of both worlds'.  
 
The Victorian Hillside town of Great Malvern offers a range of independent shops, a Waitrose supermarket and numerous bars, cafes and restaurants.  Leisure opportunities are afforded by the Malvern Splash Leisure Centre, Priory Park and the renowned Malvern Theatres complex offering concerts, theatre productions and cinema.
 
Further and more extensive shopping is available at the Malvern Retail Park including high street names such as Marks and Spencer and Boots.
 
Transport communications are excellent with easy access to the M5 motorway bringing the Midlands, South West and South Wales into an easy commute.  Three nearby mainline railway stations in Great Malvern, Malvern Link and Colwall all offer direct links to Worcester, Birmingham, Hereford and beyond with direct trains to London in as little as 2 1/2 hours. 
 
The area is blessed with good schooling at primary and secondary levels in both the private and state sectors.  

Description

Ravenscroft is wonderfully positioned detached four bedroomed bungalow situated within this outstanding location affording fine views of the Malvern Hills and to the rear over open countryside.  Views down the south west valley towards Mathon are also enjoyed.  
 
One of the key selling points of this property is its generous grounds which wrap around the property and extend to approximately 0.4 acres of enclosed gardens and from all aspects the wonderful views can be enjoyed.  This is a particularly peaceful and tranquil area allowing easy access into Great Malvern itself and also up onto the hills via a network of footpaths and bridleways which crisscross the local area. 
 
The property is approached via a gated driveway opening to allow ample parking for vehicles to the front of the property and continuing to the side where there is access to the detached single garage.  From the driveway a step leads up to the obscured double glazed front door opening to the living accommodation which is generous in proportions having been extended in the past and offering versatile and flexible accommodation all on a single storey.  The living accommodation is in excess of 1350 sq. ft. benefitting from double glazing and gas central heating and designed around the splendid views on offer with each room enjoying its own unique vistas. 
 
The living accommodation is initially approached via the Vestibule where a wooden floor flows through the the obscured glazed door with matching side panels to the welcoming Entrance Hall.
 
The Living Room is a triple aspect room flooded with natural light from the large picture window framing the view up to the Malvern Hills and the Worcestershire Beacon.  This is an open plan living space with doorway to kitchen and further double doors open through into the Sitting Room which in turn is a flexible and versatile space with dual aspect windows and views. 
 
Fitted with a range of modern units the breakfast kitchen offers plenty of storage space with a large larder cupboard with folding doors and shelving.  There are additional generous storage cupboards and from the kitchen doors open to either side to the side patio.  A double glazed window under which the sink is positioned enjoys the splendid views over the neighbouring farmland.  
 

The triple aspect Master Bedroom is a generous double accessed from the sitting room with not only views down the valley towards Mathon and beyond but also over the open farmland and towards the hills themselves.  This room is serviced and complimented by its own En-Suite Shower Room.
 
Accessed from the Entrance Hall the Second Double Bedroom enjoys a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite toilet.  Completing the accommodation is a further Double Bedroom with open views to the rear and a smaller Single Bedroom currently set up by the owners as a home office.  These two rooms are serviced and complimented by the main bathroom fitted with a three piece white suite with shower over the bath and shelved airing cupboard housing the wall mounted boiler.   

Outside

The beautiful established gardens wrap around the property to all sides and afford wonderful views to all aspects.  The garden is entirely enclosed by mature hedges along with a traditional hand made chestnut fence which borders the neighbouring pasture to the rear.  The wildlife friendly garden is designed for low maintenance and includes a greenhouse, vegetable beds, fruit trees, a dedicated composting area, ornamental trees and an established perennial wildflower meadow.  A formal garden across the front of the house includes a paved patio with steps leading down to a small pond.  A second raised seating terrace lies to the rear and allows the opportunity to enjoy westerly sunsets across the open fields.  
 
Under the left hand side of the property is a large WORKSHOP/STORE (12'3 x 14'8) with light and power and double doors, excellent for storage of garden materials or as a useful workshop.  
 
To the right hand side of the property the driveway continues allowing further parking accessing a detached GARAGE (18'4 x 9'4 ) with up and over door.  To the right hand side of the garage is a further lawned area with GREENHOUSE.
 
Across the back property is a further raised seating terrace where the westerly sunsets can be enjoyed across the open farmland.  All in all this is an idyllic setting, a quiet and tranquil area where bird song can be heard throughout the day.  
 

Vestibule  - 1.24m x 1.88m (4'0.9" x 6'2")

Entrance Hall

Living Room  - 6.02m x 4.6m (19'9" x 15'1")(narrowing to 9'11 minimum)

Sitting Room - 3.99m x 4.19m (13'1" x 13'9")

Breakfast Kitchen  - 4.39m x 4.22m (14'5" x 13'10")

Master Bedroom  - 3.73m x 4.24m (12'3" x 13'11")

Ensuite Shower Room 

Bedroom 2 - 3.02m x 3.63m (9'11" x 11'11")

Bedroom 3 - 2.95m x 3.63m (9'8" x 11'11")

Bedroom 4 - 2.49m x 2.57m (8'2" x 8'5")

Bathroom 

Workshop/Store - 3.73m x 4.47m (12'3" x 14'8")

 (12'3 x 14'8)
Detached Garage - 5.59m x 2.84m (18'4" x 9'4")

Directions

From the Agents office in Great Malvern proceed north along the A449 towards Worcester. Take the left hand fork onto North Malvern Road B4219. proceed for 0.5 miles after which turn right into Croft Bank. Proceed down the slope and the property can be found on the right hand side after the entrance to Lower Montpelier Road.

Services

We have been advised that mains services are connected to the property. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to infer that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

 

Tenure

We are advised (subject to legal confirmation) that the property is freehold.

Viewing

By appointment to be made through the Agent's Malvern Office, Tel:

 

Council Tax

COUNCIL TAX BAND ''F''
This information may have been obtained by telephone call only and applicants are advised to consider obtaining written confirmation.

EPC

The EPC rating for this property is D (66)

General

Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request. 
 
John Goodwin FRICS has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formerly verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract.