Little Orchard, Lower Montpelier Road..

Croft Bank is located below West Malvern, on the west side of the Malvern Hills and only a short drive from both Great Malvern and the village of Colwall (4 miles), on the Herefordshire/Worcestershire border. This is a desirable residential location and offers a peaceful semi-rural idyll, yet is only a short drive from Malvern and Ledbury, with the cities of Hereford and Worcester easily accessible. This area benefits from excellent road and mainline rail links to the rest of the country.

Little Orchard

* Built in the 1950's and subsequently extended, this property has been refurbished and presented to a high standard throughout by the current owners.
* The property successfully incorporates a contemporary feel, perfect for family life and modern living.
* The welcoming open plan living area features a circular window overlooking the garden, with patio doors to a paved balcony terrace.
* There is solid oak flooring throughout most of the ground floor; the kitchen has contemporary floor tiles and the bathroom has beautiful Travertine floor & wall tiles.
* The study is an adaptable space and could be used as a play room, dressing room or bedroom space.

The Outside

* The property sits in an elevated position with views over Croft Bank and towards Mathon.
* Secure, predominantly lawned, garden planted with mature shrubs & trees.
* The garden studio is a versatile space, currently a gym but useful as a games room, summerhouse or party room.
* Good-sized attached single garage, with mezzanine storage and accessible internally, ample external parking.

Services

Mains electricity, gas, water & drainage. Gas fired central heating & fire. Underfloor heating (bathroom & en-suite). Broadband available.

Local Authority

Malvern Hills District Council: 01684 862151

Council Tax

Band "G"

Schools

Primary: West Malvern, Malvern; Secondary: Malvern. Further information is available at www.malvernhills.gov.uk; Independent: Colwall, Malvern, Worcester, Hereford & Cheltenham all have some excellent independent schools. Further information is available at www.isc.co.uk

Local

West Malvern has a Church and village hall, both central points of the community, a good pre-school and primary school, and there is a local pub which hosts events within and for the neighbourhood. Malvern is close by and offers a wide range of facilities, including a well-respected theatre, library and community hospital; and a variety of independent shops, galleries, restaurants & quality supermarkets (Waitrose and M&S food hall), to meet most day-to-day requirements. The nearby village of Colwall also provides a selection of useful amenities. For more extensive retail and cultural therapy, Worcester, Cheltenham and Birmingham are easily accessible.

Recreational

The renowned Malvern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provide a wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities and are directly accessible for keen walkers from this property. The Three Counties Showground (5 miles) hosts a wide variety of year round events from national gardens shows, concerts & antique fairs to agricultural & equestrian events. There is also a leisure & spa complex within easy reach, a tennis club and golf club (Worcestershire Golf Club). The nearby market town of Ledbury is home to a well-known annual Poetry Festival and Eastnor Castle, only a short drive away, is open to the public and holds a variety of events from spring through to summer.

Additional Information

West Malvern hosts an annual, one-day music festival (West Fest) to promote local artists and to contribute to projects within the local community.

Postcode

WR14 4BT

Directions - From Colwall

From Colwall take the A449 Worcester Road towards Malvern. As you approach the top of the hill (after hairpin bends), take the left turn onto the West Malvern Road (B4232) before The Wyche Cutting. Continue for 1 miles, as you enter West Malvern turn left onto Croft Bank, by the Theological College (formerly St James's school). After mile, Lower Montpellier Road will be the second road on your left - continue towards the end of this no through lane, where the lane turns sharp right, Little Orchard is immediately ahead on your right side.

Directions - From Great Malvern

From Great Malvern head north on the A449 towards Worcester for mile. Before Link Top, fork left onto the B4232 towards West Malvern. Continue on the West Malvern Road for 1 miles and turn right onto Croft Bank, by the Theological College (formerly St James's school). Follow directions as above from this point.

Viewings

By prior appointment via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341

Agents Notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale.