Detached house for sale in Wolverley Road, Wolverley, Kidderminster DY10

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

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 racehorse and includes a 2-furlong gallop, wood chip turnout pen and secure paddocks, providing a broad setup for horse training and care.

The converted coach house offers spacious and charming interiors, including two double bedrooms and a 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.

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, a kitchen breakfast room, and three 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.

The Driveway and Garage
This distinctive property, with feature arched windows and a magnificent oak-framed porch, leaves a lasting impression. Adjacent to the main residence, there is a detached brick double garage and a timber workshop, complemented by ample parking for multiple vehicles. The boarded space above the double garage can be used as useful storage room.

The Entrance
Upon entry through a partially glazed door flanked by windows, a welcoming vestibule serves as the front entrance to this breathtaking home. Character exudes from the tiled flooring, an internal arched window and a wooden stable-style door leading to the kitchen.

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, fridge freezer and a recently installed brand new dishwasher. 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
There is a hallway, accessible through a part-glazed door adorned with delightful stained glass rose detailing, serves as another entrance to this exceptional property. Wooden flooring and a balustrade staircase leads up to the galleried landing. The living room, sitting room, kitchen, cloakroom and master bedroom are all accessed from this hallway.

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 Living Room
The generously sized and inviting living room features quality wooden flooring and is flooded with natural light from the large dual-aspect windows, which showcase stunning views of the garden. This beautiful space is further enhanced by the glazed double doors that open out on to the patio.

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 other 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.

Bedroom Two
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
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 accompanying The Coach House are truly extraordinary, including a 2-furlong gallop, secure paddocks for grazing and mature woodland. The current owners have registered the facilities as a training centre with the British Horseracing Authority for the past 27 years, having trained over 50 winners in both flat and national hunt racing.

Adding to its allure are extensive equestrian outbuildings, which include six stables with connected water troughs and a tack room. The wood chip turnout pen ensures ideal year-round ground conditions for horse exercise. Delightful woodland borders the gallops, enhancing the experience of exercising the horses while adding natural beauty to the grounds for those who cherish nature.

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, featuring a captivating stone water feature.

Beyond the patio lies a meticulously manicured, expansive lawn enclosed by walls, thoughtfully landscaped with pathways leading to a central raised stone circle. From these formal gardens, one can relish breathtaking views across the grounds beyond. Two other notable features are the sizable lean-to conservatory that adorns the garden and the canal, which the vendors have stated there are mooring rights.

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.

Directions

Next to Wolverley Court

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 levels are as follows:
An agreed offer under £500,000 will be £750 inclusive of vat
an agreed offer between £500,000 and £1,000,000 will be £2,000 inclusive of vat
all agreed offers over £1,000,000 will be £3,000 inclusive of vat

The reservation fee is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive 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 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.