4 bed detached house for sale

Holyrood House Wells Road Malvern, Worcestershire WR14

The Priory Suite is an elegant four-bedroom house showcasing exceptional views. The Grade II Listed building is steeped in history and dates back to 1842, when it was founded as a hydrotherapy clinic by the two leading pioneers of this particular treatment, Dr James Wilson, and Dr James Manby Gully. It is believed that Florence Nightingale had water treatments at Holyrood House. Many original features can be found throughout the properties as well as modern facilities for everyday living, including two allocated parking spaces.

Ground Floor: The Priory Suite is an exquisite four-bedroom home which has been fully renovated to create a grand and unique property. The entrance hall is approached through a fabulous original oak door, has an Italian tiled floor and access to the balcony at the rear of the property. The hall is of a substantial size and is home to the downstairs WC, as well as the impressive staircase which has original slate stairs. All of the reception rooms lead from this area, including the dining room which has dual aspect windows, high ceilings and a feature Cotswold stone fireplace. This is a stunning room for entertaining and is adjoined to the kitchen. The kitchen has a range of bespoke light-coloured units with granite worktops and an assortment of Neff appliances including a dishwasher, Rangemaster oven, fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. The spacious sitting room is at the rear of the property and has panoramic views of the county of Worcestershire – the room has large windows making the most of these breath-taking scenes. With high ceilings, attractive wooden flooring, a feature Cotswold stone fireplace and working gas wood burner, this elegant room is grand and homely at the same time.

First Floor: There are four bedrooms on the first floor as well as a family bathroom. The main bedroom benefits from the stunning views and has an ensuite bathroom which has a walk-in shower, vanity unit, WC, and a free-standing bath which arguably has the best view in the county. Bedroom two has a dressing area together with an ensuite shower room. The further two double bedrooms share the facilities of the family bathroom which has a large walk-in shower, vanity unit, and WC.

Location: Great Malvern, with its wonderful Malvern Hills adjoining the property, is the main focal point for the district, retains its Victorian grandeur with its listed railway station and Malvern Festival Theatre. In addition, there is a rare mix of boutique shops and cafes, as well as a Waitrose and further high street retailers.

Services, Utilities and Property Information

Tenure: Managed freehold

Council Tax Band: B

Local Authority: Malvern Hills

EPC: Rating C

Property Construction: Standard (brick and tile) with a cast Iron framed timber balcony

Electricity Supply: Mains

Water Supply: Mains

Drainage and Sewerage: Mains

Heating: Gas

Broadband: Fibre optic cable to broadband - FTTP ultrafast broadband has been individually connected to the Priory Suite at great expense - the purchaser will need to contract with their selected provider.

Mobile Signal/Coverage: 4G/5G mobile signal is available in the area - we advise you to check with your provider.

Off Street Parking to the rear of the Property: Allocated parking for two vehicles

Additional Information: Over 900-year Long Leasehold with a share of the freehold. Leasehold expires in 3006 (c 980 years remaining). On the sale of the last of the three properties the virtual freehold will be transferred to the three property owners at nil charge, so they will own and control their own property for the duration of the lease, with effectively no ground rents for the duration.

Service charge for 2025/2026 £2,425 per annum to Holyrood House (Malvern) Management Company Ltd. Service charge for the combined properties has a current sinking fund cash surplus of c £5,000 (Last 3-year Service charge accounts available). A small administration fee payable to the management agent on the sale of the property for supplying the required documentation.

Peppercorn ground rent.

Full refurbishment in 2021 – 10-year insurance backed warranty from icw for the work carried out to the property – expiring on 11 January 2032.

The road to the carpark is jointly owned and maintained by agreement at a shared cost as and when required.

Grade II Listed

Situated in a Conservation Area

Chancel repair liabilities – insurance is in place

Disclaimer

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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.

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