To the Manor born

To the Manor born

Manor Cottage at Bearley, just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, is steeped in history.

Grade II listed, it dates from the 16^th Century and has all the charm you would expect of such a period property.

Now it is available through agents CPBigwood with a price guide of £795,000.

Andrew Reed, residential agency manager at the firm’s Stratford-upon-Avon offices, said: “It is a home of immense character set in lovely and profusely stocked south facing secluded gardens extending to 0.68 of an acre.

“In a wonderful setting of flowers, shrubs and trees, it comes complete with a picket gate, bell tower and orchard.

“It could hardly be more appealing.”

The small Warwickshire village of Bearley lies off the A34 Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon road and is surrounded by mainly open countryside.

Local facilities including the parish church and village hall, pub, sports and social club with golf course and driving range nearby.

Manor Cottage offers flexible accommodation arranged on two floors.

There is a sizeable study with lovely views overlooking the gardens to the front.

The 17'7" x 14'5" lounge has a wide inglenook fireplace with open fire, quarry tiled hearth and what was the old baker’s oven with fitted shelves and storage cupboards.

A superb dining room includes wide oak flooring and small front bay window overlooking the terraced front garden and staircase to the first floor.

The fitted kitchen has a stone tiled floor and range of units. There is a fitted charcoal grey oil-fired Aga with twin hobs and two ovens.

The facilities are complemented by a utility room, breakfast room and garden/sitting room.

A second study has the potential to be converted to an en suite to one of the bedrooms – there is a principal bedroom, two double bedrooms and a bedroom/dressing room.

Outside is a joy.

The particulars state: “The gardens to Manor Cottage are an absolute delight being profusely stocked, very secluded and enjoying a south facing aspect.

“To the front is a large crazy paved sun terrace with a wide variety of shrubs, plants and ornamental trees providing a mass of colour and year round interest. Beyond the terrace is an extensive lawn with inset trees including mature quince and pear. Beyond the lawn is an orchard area with several apple trees together with a kitchen garden.”

Mr Reed noted: “Children would be able to play hide and seek for hours.”

“It is just a fabulous family home and a superb location.”