2 bed detached bungalow for sale

Bouts Lane, Inkberrow, Worcester WR7

A beautifully secluded bungalow offering spacious accommodation and a tranquil garden bordering the Worcestershire countryside.

Description

• Discover serene living in this secluded bungalow surrounded by picturesque countryside.

• Available on the open market for the first time since the property was built in 1979.

• The spacious kitchen diner and living room is ideal for entertaining guests or family.

• Unwind in a private garden featuring lawns, mature trees and a charming patio area ideal for alfresco dining.

• Benefit from a private driveway and a secure garage for additional storage, which can be accessed through the home.

• Nestled on the outskirts of the charming village of Inkberrow which is well known for its idyllic countryside and friendly community.

The kitchen diner
The kitchen/dining room is the heart of this home, offering ample counter space and cabinetry along with integrated appliances like a double oven, hob and extractor. Originally specified with a solid fuel range, the existing chimney could be re-purposed for a back boiler wood burner. The dining area comfortably accommodates gatherings while a door leads to a rear lobby with access to the garden, garage and utility room/pantry.

The living room
The living room offers a cosy yet spacious retreat, enhanced by dual aspect windows that fill the room with natural light. The layout is perfect for both relaxation and entertaining, with ample space to arrange seating to suit your needs.

The entrance hallway
The hallway is bright and spacious, providing easy access to all areas of the home and offering a smooth transition from the outdoors into the various living spaces.

The primary bedroom
This generously sized double bedroom is a tranquil space, perfect for rest and relaxation. A window allows for plenty of natural light while offering views of the surrounding greenery. The room is well-proportioned, providing ample space for a large bed and additional furnishings.

The second bedroom
Bedroom two offers a spacious and versatile area, easily accommodating a variety of uses. This double bedroom has a window offering pleasant garden views, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. Built-in wardrobes add practicality, making this room suitable as a guest bedroom, home office, or creative space.

The bathroom
The well-appointed bathroom is generous in size and functional, featuring modern fixtures and fittings. The crisp white tiling is accented by a decorative border, while the obscure-glazed window ensures the space is bright and airy. The bathroom is equipped with a white suite comprising a low-level WC, a washbasin and a bath featuring an overhead shower.

The cottage garden
The cottage garden offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by lush greenery and bordered by the countryside. A well-maintained lawn provides ample space for outdoor activities and the garden is dog-friendly. Mature fruit trees, including apple, greengage, damson and cherry plum add to the sense of seclusion and tranquillity. The private, not overlooked garden also features a charming patio area, perfect for alfresco dining or simply enjoying the serene environment.

The drive and garage
The property benefits from a private driveway and a secure extra-wide garage that can be accessed through the home. Ideal for the classic car enthusiast, the garage offers ample space for storage and workshop facilities. It also presents the potential for conversion into a third bedroom with an ensuite bathroom subject to planning permission.

Location

Nestled on the outskirts of the charming Worcestershire village of Inkberrow, Shalom enjoys a peaceful setting while offering seamless access to vibrant destinations such as Worcester, Stratford-upon-Avon, Pershore and Droitwich Spa.

Inkberrow serves as a haven for its residents with an abundance of excellent amenities and close proximity to prestigious schools, making it an ideal place to call home.

The village features a well-regarded primary school, a bustling village hall, expansive playing fields and an award winning Simply Fresh convenience store open seven days a week along with a village post office. The local appeal is further enhanced by two popular village pubs, including The Old Bull, a particularly quaint and friendly pub that inspired the fictional pub in Ambridge from the long-running BBC Radio 4 series “The Archers.”

Shalom is located near Bouts Lane, a particularly sought-after hamlet filled with traditional farms, equine pursuits and a charming duck pond, giving it a delightful stepping-back-in-time feel. Public footpaths offer wonderful walking opportunities for nature lovers, allowing exploration of the picturesque countryside surrounding the village.

Services

This property benefits from mains electricity and water, plus a septic tank.

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, equivalent to 0.5% of the accepted offer unless specified otherwise, 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.

Please note, from the 1st of October, accepted offers of £800,000 or over will require a reservation fee of 1% of the accepted offer price. Offers below £800,000 will remain subject to a 0.5% reservation fee.

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.