* Freehold
* Grade II listed cottage
* Beautiful period features
* 0. 4 acre plot
* Pp to construct an annexe
* Three double bedrooms
* Master with ensuite
* Cottage rethatched in 2020
* Mature gardens
* Ample driveway parking
* Garage with studio
Significantly reduced to sell: A 16th - century Grade II listed Tudor cottage,
encompassed by half an acre of gardens, in a desirable village location.
**Description**
This charming, thatched Grade II listed cottage has a wealth of character
within, including delightful beams and an inviting inglenook fireplace. The
accommodation features two reception rooms, an impeccably stylish kitchen, a
utility room and a beautifully styled family bathroom on the ground floor.
Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms and a separate WC to one side, with a
master bedroom and ensuite to the other.
Outside, there is ample driveway parking and a double garage which has been
converted into a single garage and studio/office.
The fantastic half - acre garden encompasses the property and includes well -
established beds of planting, formal lawns, a patio and an orchard.
Additionally, a greenhouse and a wood store are also included.
Nestled behind wooden five bar gates and a pedestrian gate, Elm Cottage
welcomes you with its large block paved driveway and captivating thatched
facade. The well - established gardens at the front feature a vibrant palette of
colours, setting the scene for a truly delightful property.
As you make your way down the driveway, you will find a convenient garage,
equipped with an alarm system and boasting a studio on one side. Notably,
planning permission has been granted for an annexe at the rear of the garage.
Ample parking space is available, and a charming patio to the side leads to
the main entrance of the home.
Entrance
Inside, you are greeted by a warm and inviting entrance hallway with natural
light pouring in through the side window. The hallway guides you to the
kitchen, dining room, and stylish bathroom.
Dining room
To the right of the entrance hallway lies the formal dining room, exuding
elegance with its stunning beamed ceiling and walls. Square wooden windows
offer dual aspects, allowing for delightful views of the front and side
gardens.
Living room
A door from the dining room accesses the living room, a bright and spacious
room featuring a delightful brick inglenook fireplace with a wood burner set
upon a slate hearth. Additionally, an original entrance to the home is
accessible through a small hallway to the side.
With dual aspects to the front and rear, this room brings in an abundance of
natural light, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere.
Kitchen
Turning to the left of the entrance hallway, you will discover the well -
appointed kitchen, boasting shaker - style wall and base units with wooden
worktops.
Adorned with a Butler sink, light - up display cabinets, a wine rack and quality
Karndean wood effect flooring.
The kitchen provides ample space for dining and is fully equipped with a
Rangemaster oven, integrated dishwasher and under - counter fridge freezer.
A useful utility room, situated to the rear of the kitchen, offers additional
convenience with its sink, wall and base units, and access to the rear garden.
Bathroom
The ground floor is completed by a stylish family bathroom, boasting a WC,
washbasin and 'P' shaped bathtub with a rainfall shower overhead. The ornate
tiling and wooden panelling add a touch of sophistication to this space.
Bedrooms two and three
From the living room, a staircase accesses the first floor where a window - lit
landing leads you to two generously proportioned bedrooms and a WC. Throughout
the first floor, beautiful beams grace the ceilings, adding character and
charm to each room.
Bedroom two, positioned to the right - hand side of the property, offers
delightful views through its front - facing window.
The third bedroom, a spacious double, delights with dual aspect windows,
providing stunning views of the front and side gardens. This room is further
enhanced by the convenience of a wash basin.
Master bedroom
From the hallway, a staircase ascends to a landing, featuring a large built - in
wardrobe and granting access to the master bedroom. This generously sized room
boasts dual - aspect windows, allowing natural light to fill the space while
providing captivating views of the surroundings.
The master suite also boasts an ensuite shower room, complete with a WC,
washbasin, shower cubicle and ample storage space.
Garden
Outside, the grounds of Elm Cottage offer an oasis of natural beauty,
encompassing the property with approximately half an acre of mature gardens.
Meticulously maintained, the gardens include formal lawns, picturesque flower
beds and an orchard with a variety of fruitful trees.
A sizeable patio on the side and rear of the property provides an ideal space
for alfresco dining, entertaining and enjoying leisurely barbeques.
Additionally, a vegetable garden, greenhouse and wood store further complement
the property's grounds.
Agents note
Elm Cottage comes with the added advantage of planning permission for the
creation of an annexe behind the garage, allowing for further expansion and
versatility.
Moreover, the roof of the cottage was rethatched in December 2020.
**Location**
Elm Cottage is surrounded on three sides by fields creating natural beauty and
privacy.
White - Ladies - Aston is a charming village of seclusion, enjoying the
convenience of being just a short fifteen - minute drive away from Worcester,
Pershore, and Droitwich Spa. With a rich historical heritage dating back to
Roman times, this village earned its name 'White Ladies' from the Cistercian
Nuns who inhabited Aston Manor during the 13th century. Its significance can
be traced in the Domesday book, highlighting its enduring past.
Surrounded by natural beauty, this idyllic location boasts numerous footpaths
right at your doorstep, granting access to endless miles of picturesque walks
in the serene countryside.
**Services**
Mains electricity and water. There is a sunken lpg tank and a septic tank.
This property further benefits from broadband and CCTV.
**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.

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