Three Gables Mill Lane | Oversley Green | Alcester B49 6LF

THREE GABLES The Roman market town of Alcester has a bustling, thriving community. It has many Shakespearean connections and is a town visited by many. Its shopping facilities are excellent, and include many independent shops, numerous cafes, bars and restaurants, but it is also a town to wander around and to enjoy its history and architecture. The wide choice of schools available varies from state, independent, and the Grammar school system still operates in the area. Many annual events take place in the town amongst which is a folk festival, street markets and the historic Court Leet.

A delightful grade II period property in a sought after village close to the town. With four/five bedrooms, two sitting rooms, snug, kitchen, dining room, two bathroom/shower rooms and one en suite this property offers versatile living options from family home to home with annexe. The charming garden wraps around the property with ample car parking, drive and lovely country side views.

Ground Floor Upon entering the property you are struck by how much light and character this charming cottage exudes. Part grade II listed and part extended this property has been sympathetically restored and retains many original features. Throughout the property there are exposed beams, oak doors and charming views of the garden and countryside. From the front door you have a cosy snug looking over the front garden leading into a good sized dining room with room to seat a minimum of eight people. There is ample storage in the snug. The second sitting room, which is currently being used as an office has a glass door into the rear garden with a sunny aspect. There is a pretty down stairs bathroom with corner bath, W.C. and period basin. A separate utility room with plumbing for the washing machine, further storage and access into the rear garden. The main sitting room is in the oldest part of the property. This generously sized room has five windows giving lovely views of the front, side and rear garden. The room has ample character with a fabulous wood burner set into an ingle nook fireplace. The fireplace has the original oak beam above and flag stone floor. The cottage style kitchen with wooden units look out to the rear garden with a lobby area.

First Floor There are two stair cases in the property. One leads from the snug to the master bedroom, full of period features, which is a good sized double bedroom with a wooden floor, views of the countryside and plenty of built in wardrobe’s. The second bedroom, a single, has two windows and a bright and airy en suite shower room. The shower room has a large window, sweeping views of the country side and exposed beams. If required you could use this whole area as a master suite with bedroom, dressing room and en suite. The second stair case is found in the main sitting room leading to three further bedrooms. Two bedrooms are good sized double, both with ample storage, character and lovely views. The third is a children’s single room with a dressing room area. There is a family shower room which is bright and spacious. In addition there is a separate landing cloakroom with W.C. and sink. There is ample scope to create an open planned kitchen if required or subdivide part of the property to provide an annexe. Outside The front of the property has a path to the front door with a charming garden laid part to lawn with a mixture of mature shrubs, flower beds and trees. To the rear of the property is the drive with a double car port and ample parking. Leading from the drive you walk across a pretty paved path with lawns, flower beds, shrubs and trees to the rear of the property. The garden has ample storage with a garden shed.

Seller Insight Nestled in the heart of Shakespeare country, on the outskirts of the historic town of Alcester, is this spectacular family home, parts of which date back five hundred years. Purchased by Paul and Pat thirty eight years ago it has been painstakingly and lovingly refurbished and restored by them. “We were attracted to this area because of its excellent education facilities and were looking for a sizeable family home with character. We also were prepared to undertake a renovation programme. Three Gables ticked all our boxes, but its renovation turned out to be much larger than we first anticipated. Once, farm workers cottages, which had been converted into one large house, it was in a very sad condition. We more or less gutted the house completely, added an extension and renovated it totally. In addition, we paid great respect to its history and character and it really is a luxurious and comfortable 21st century house within its Elizabethan shell. It has been the perfect family home for everyone and it is also a wonderful place to entertain friends and family.” “Our main reception room features a beautiful inglenook fireplace. It is bright and sunny with its windows looking out onto all aspects of our garden. “Our family have now flown the nest and the house is much too large for us. We do feel that we gave life back to the house, whilst retaining its unique features. We will miss everything about living here in this quiet hamlet, but it is now time for another family to live and love the house as much as we have.”

Location Oversley Green is six miles west of Stratford-upon-Avon and half a mile from Alcester. The M40, M42, M5 and the A46 are very close. Birmingham Airport is within 30 minutes’ drive. There are good transport links to London via Evesham and Warwick including direct line trains. The Cotswolds are on the door step. Both the town of Stratford and Alcester have many excellent shops, restaurants, cafes, independent shops and renowned local schools including the much sought after grammar school. Alcester is an ancient roman town with the River Arrow running through. Services The property is connected to all mains services. Local Authority Stratford Upon Avon district council Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950. Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/ Leamington-Spa Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm Sunday 11.00am - 3.00 pm

“The cottage style garden more or less surrounds the house and compliments its tradition. We have created many areas in which to relax and for children to play and enjoy adventures.”

“Our accommodation is flexible and friendly and having friends and family to stay is never a problem and we frequently seat ten around our dining table with ease and comfort.”

ALCESTER Alcester is a picturesque market town of roman origin at the junction of the River Alne and the River Arrow in west Warwickshire, approximatly eight miles fro Stratford-upn-Avon and Redditch, on the border of Worcestershire. There are two local stately homes, which are popular tourist attractions in the area, the first being Coughton Court, a National Trust Property and the family seat of the Throckmorton baronets, and Ragley HAll, the home of the Marquis of Hertford whose gardens contain a children’s adventure playground and the Jerwood Foundation’s sculpture collection. During the Roman period, Alcester was a walled town and Roman fort of some importance, located on the Roman road of Ryknild Street just north of its juncture with the Fosse Way at Bourton-on-the-Water. There are three secondary schools in Alcester including a Grammar School as well as primary schools, four churches of varying denominations, a football club, rugby club and cricket club, as well as a high street with a wide variety of independent shops.

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON The enchanting town of Stratford-upon-Avon is a popular tourist destination owing to its status as birthplace of the playwright and poet William Shakespeare with visitors from all over the world. The Royal Shakespeare Company resides in Stratford’s Royal Shakespeare Theatre, one of Britain’s most important cultural venues.The town itself has many buildings that have survived over the years and would have been familiar to Shakespeare. It also offers a thriving community offering a wide variety of leisure, dining and shopping experiences. The town is also known for its excellent schooling facilities. Within easy reach are state, grammar and private schools to suit most requirements including Warwick Prep and Public Schools and Kings High School for Girls. Arnold Lodge School and Kingsley School for Girls in Leamington, The Croft Prep School and grammar schools are in Stratford- upon-Avon. Stratford-upon-Avon and Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway train stations offer direct services to London, Birmingham, Warwick, Warwick Parkway and Leamington Spa. There is also a coach station. Warwick Parkway, Leamington Spa, Honeybourne and Banbury also offer direct rail services to London and Birmingham. The central position of Stratford-upon -Avon makes it an ideal location for commuting to the entire country with easy access to the Fosse Way, M40, M42, M1 and M6. Leamington Spa is just twelve miles away and Banbury only twenty miles away. Birmingham International Airport is just twenty six miles away.

Directions The postcode to the property is B49 6LF. Coming from Alcester, turn into Oversley Green and Mill Lane is on your right. The property is a little way down on your left. Agents Notes All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.

Registered in England and Wales company registration number: 4018410 1 Registered office: Newmans Property Services Limited, Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2PE copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed

FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, United Arab Emirates and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.

6

Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0) 1926 455950 [email protected] 158 Parade Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV32 4AE