2 bedroom flat for sale

Built in 1906 this substantial attractive Edwardian House was converted in to apartments in the early 2000's, it is steeped in history and has an abundance of character and period features which have been brought to life by the current owners. Apartment 4 occupies what was the conservatory, drawing room and billiard room of the original house built for a Malvern solicitor in at the turn of the last century. The house was sold in 1925 to a Mr Cathcart and his wife Mrs Rendell, Murial Rendell was a notable character from Bengal who spent time travelling around India and on Tiger safaris. Her experiences are chronicled in over 200 letters to her mother now held at Balliol College in Oxford. The house was requisitioned in 1940 by the RAF and housed the WAAF, in 1946 it was bought by the Youth Hostel Association.
The apartment occupies a peaceful and sought after position opposite Peachfield Common and has the benefit of being on a bus route along Peachfield Road and Wells Road. Both Great Malvern and Barnards Green centres are easily accessible either on foot or by car, and a mainline railway station at Great Malvern with a direct link to London.
The current owners have lovingly restored this ground floor apartment with high quality fittings throughout in keeping with its Edwardian origins bringing it back to life and creating a wonderful light and airy apartment. Apartment 4 has the benefit of its own private entrance, private patio and two allocated parking spaces.
Entrance door from the communal hallway leads in to entrance hall with original doors off to all rooms, telephone entry system, two ceiling light points, door to boiler cupboard housing wall mounted Worcester boiler and space for tumble dryer, further cloaks cupboard, Amtico Edwardian premium flooring. Glass panelled door to the impressive living room a light and airy room with several period features. Art Deco Edwardian fireplace with tiled surround and electric fire. Attractive box bay double glazed window to rear overlooking the gardens at the rear with original ornate cornicing above, picture rail, impressive original solid door to the kitchen.
The light and airy kitchen occupies what was the Conservatory of the main house with double glazed door to rear to the patio garden area and double glazed windows. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and eye level units, granite work tops and drainer, sink and mixer tap, gas hob with electric oven under and Siemens extractor over, tiled splashbacks, built in dishwasher (we are advised this was fitted in 2024), integrated fridge, freezer and washing machine (advised fitted in 2024). Ceiling light point, Amtico attractive Edwardian flooring from the National Trust range.
There are two most generous double bedrooms access from the hall. The master has steps up to a lovely seating area by the large double glazed bay window to the side aspect, built in triple wardrobes with mirrors, hanging rail and shelving with further cupboards above. Feature Amtico teak flooring with Art Deco inlay design, door to ensuite shower room. Refitted shower room with new WC and vanity shelf over, tiled splashback, heated towel rail, wall mounted wash basin, generous shower with feature decorative tiling and sliding door. Amtico tile effect attractive Edwardian flooring. Bedroom two is a very generous double with ceiling light point and picture rail, double glazed window to front aspect, Amtico teak flooring with Art Deco inlay design.
The shower room is accessed from the hallway comprising close coupled WC, feature oval wash basin with cupboards under and further cupboard to side. Walk in Tissino shower with rainfall shower head and hand held attachment, Nuance shower panelling, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan, Amtico navy flooring.
The property has delightful very well maintained wraparound communal gardens with pedestrian gated access to a paved patio seating area with outside tap, light and power point. There is a pedestrian path and driveway leading around the property to the other side of Holly View Drive and to the houses. It has a very peaceful and secluded feel throughout with a wild garden area with fruit trees and a beautiful Willow tree. There are well stocked beds and borders throughout and a very private shaded patio area which the residents can use as a seating area. Views of the Malvern hills can be enjoyed.
There are two allocated parking spaces and visitors parking.
Directions: From Great Malvern proceed along Worcester Road straight ahead on to Wells Road. Proceed ahead to Malvern Wells. Turn left on to Peachfield Road and proceed ahead. After a short while Holly View Drive will be found on the right hand side as indicated by our agents for sale board.
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE HALLENTRANCE HALLLIVING ROOMKITCHENMASTER BEDROOMENSUITE SHOWER ROOMBEDROOM TWOSHOWER ROOMCOMMUNAL GARDENPARKING
Tenure: We understand subject to legal verification that the property is leasehold. The 125 year lease commenced in September 2010 and the current annual service charge is £2100.Ground rent £350 per annum. Managing Agents: Taylor ClarkeCouncil Tax Band: DEstimated Rental Income: £1300PCM