For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in Kemerton, Tewkesbury, GL20£1,650,000

A substantial and impressive country house dating back to circa 1920, set within 1.3 acres and situated in an elevated position with stunning views. This handsome Arts and Crafts house dating back to approximately 1920 is approached via a block paved driveway leading to a substantial timber front door and entrance hall with cloakroom. The practical layout has a central spine hallway with a reception hall to the westerly end of the house and leading to the formal accommodation together with an inner hallway giving access to informal accommodation. Day-to-day access is via a gated courtyard, utility room and boot room. The reception hall features the principal staircase, timber flooring, elegant cornicing and projecting French doors. The sitting room features tall, stone mullioned windows with leaded light detailing and south westerly views over the formal gardens and countryside beyond. The drawing room has an elegant fireplace, a projecting and curved bay window and westerly views of the garden to the lower lawn. The dining room is situated adjacent to the kitchen and features built-in bookshelves and storage. Double doors lead into a large timber-framed conservatory with direct access to the terrace, gardens and grounds. The kitchen and dual-aspect breakfast room has a wealth of floor and wall mounted cupboards, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances and an electric AGA. Adjacent to the kitchen are a pantry, utility room, boiler room, WC and secondary staircase. The first floor accommodation has two points of access via the main and secondary staircases. To the front of the house there are three good sized double bedrooms enjoying superb views, one with a prominent semi-circular projecting bay window to the centre. The principal bedroom enjoys a south and westerly dual aspect and an ensuite bathroom. There are two smaller bedrooms in the central section of the house one of which is currently used as a study, these bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. A guest double bedroom with ensuite bathroom occupies the easterly side of the house. Outside Merecombe House enjoys an elevated location with beautiful surrounding countryside and village aspects. The property has tiered formal gardens to the front with central stone steps leading to lawned areas, dry stone walling and well stocked borders. A large level lawn was formally a hard tennis court beside which is an old summerhouse, encompassed by mature tree species and hedges. To the north of the house is a small paddock with dedicated vehicular access and large gravel parking area. Situated directly behind the house is a secure courtyard which provides parking and storage. A two-car garage is set into the bank with an electric up and over door. Steps lead up to a large terraced area above the storage rooms and located above the garage is a detached studio with adjacent shower room. Situation The property stands in an elevated position above the historic village of Kemerton and on the southern slopes of Bredon Hill, enjoying beautiful and far-reaching views. Kemerton has two impressive historical Churches: St Nicolas and St Benet’s, a village hall, the well renowned Crown Inn public house. The nearby village of Overbury (0.5 miles) offers a nursery and primary school whilst independent and state schools can be found in the outlying village of Bredon (1.1 miles) and historic towns of Tewkesbury (4.5 miles) and Cheltenham (14 miles). Cheltenham is home to Pate’s Co-educational Grammar School, founded in 1574, Cheltenham College Prep School, Cheltenham College, Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Dean Close Preparatory School, Dean Close School, St Edward’s Senior and Sixth Form School, St Edwards Preparatory School, The Richard Pate School and Berkhampstead School. Mainline railway stations of Ashchurch Tewkesbury (3.9 miles) and Cheltenham (14 miles) connecting Bristol and London respectively are within easy reach as is access to the M5 motorway (5 miles) connecting the West Country, North West of England and M4 to London. Bristol and Birmingham airports are approximately 1hr 15mins drive away. Comprehensive shopping is found in the nearby towns of Tewkesbury and Cheltenham, golf, horse riding, tennis, shooting ranges are all found in surrounding villages and towns. Additional Information SERVICES: All mains connected, gas fired central heating. COUNCIL TAX: Rated Band H and administered by Wychavon District Council. NB. The property has a Gloucestershire post code but is within Worcestershire. Additional information - Elevated position - 5/6 bedrooms - Mature gardens - Detached studio with shower room - Two vehicle garage - Outbuildings/stores - Copse - 1.3Acres in all Key information Council Tax Band: H Tenure: Freehold