Abbey ManorEvesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4TB

Abbey Manor was built in the early 19th century as an impressive country mansion house. The property forms a major wing of the Grade II Listed manor house and retains original features which include gothic style battlements, stonework and arches, the original oak staircase, generous reception hall, entertaining rooms and spacious bedrooms. During the sympathetic refurbishment the original period features were retained including parquet flooring, stained glass windows, stone archways, oak doors, window shutters, deep architraves and skirtings. There are high ceilings throughout and elaborate cornicing.

The impressive reception hall features a handsome oak staircase which rises to the first floor with galleried landing and ceiling lantern above. Doors radiate off to the various reception rooms and there is a further door to the cellar. The generous dual aspect drawing room has tall windows framing superb views across the surrounding gardens and countryside beyond and an impressive open fireplace. An ornate set of doors with stained glass inlays open to the conservatory beyond, which has two arched windows overlooking the gardens, vaulted timber ceiling and tiled flooring. This room contains medieval stone gargoyles salvaged from the original Evesham Abbey. An elegantly proportioned dining room with a tall picture window enjoys views over the gardens and the Bredon Hill in the distance. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with an excellent range of bespoke units with integrated appliances and gas fired Aga with electric companion. There is also a central island providing further work space, breakfast bar and storage below. A breakfast area to one side with a bay window offers parkland views and a secret door leading out to the garden. A well-appointed study, utility room and cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

A handsome staircase with oak finials leads up to the first floor galleried landing and onto the principal bedroom suite comprising a generous bedroom with two windows to the front and double doors opening into the adjoining en suite/dressing room. There is a large bay window overlooking the gardens and a useful linen cupboard. Bedroom two is also en suite and has views over the River Avon and Bredon Hills beyond. Bedroom three is currently used as a billiard room. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms, one with a large walk-in loft space which could be converted into an en suite subject to the relevant planning consent. There is a family bathroom on the second floor which is shared by bedrooms four and five.

There is a three chamber cellar below the hallway which includes a superb wine cellar.

Gardens and Grounds
The property is approached across a sweeping driveway which leads to two private parking areas, one to the front and one to the side of the property and two garages (and workshop) belonging to the West Wing. The attractive gardens are mainly laid to lawn and lead down to a ha-ha. The side garden to the property is well stocked with floral and herbaceous beds and there are seating areas laid out to enjoy the views. The West Wing enjoys the benefit of the afternoon sun and spectacular sun sets over the surrounding undulating countryside.

Beyond the garden there is 35 acres of communal parkland and woodland including meadows, a lily pond and tennis court. In the grounds there is a stone obelisk erected by the Rudge family to mark the losses in the 13th century Battle of Evesham and The Leicester Tower was built where Simon de Montfort the Earl of Leicester was killed in the battle in 1265.

Right of Way
The neighbouring property accesses their courtyard across the drive belonging to The West Wing.

Service Charge
Abbey Manor Park Ltd (AMP) is the management company which owns all the common areas. AMP is owned equally by the home owners of Abbey Manor Park. There is an annual service charge of £2,000 which is paid in two equal payments of £1,000 every six months.

All mains services are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Wychavon District Council. Telephone: 01386 565000. Council Tax Band: G

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