The Auction House
87-88 St John's Road
Stourbridge
West Midlands
DY8 1EH
With NO UPWARD CHAIN this is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional and spacious three-bedroom penthouse apartment set within a historic double-fronted manor house, offering attractive views to both sides in a sought-after rural location with convenient access to nearby towns. This bright and airy home includes two freehold garages, additional off-road parking, and a delightful roof garden with charming rooftop and treetop vistas.
Positioned in the heart of the highly desirable village of Wolverley, this impressive two-level duplex apartment blends period character with modern comfort. Dating back to 1750, the manor house retains many original features while providing all the benefits of contemporary living.
Beautifully restored, the property offers a harmonious mix of modern style and timeless elegance. Whether unwinding in the generous living spaces, cooking in the high-spec open-plan kitchen and lounge, or taking in the views from the private roof terrace, this duplex apartment presents the perfect rural escape - just a ten-minute drive from Kidderminster Train Station.
For further information or to arrange your viewing contact the office.
Entering the building via the beautiful wooden communal staircase and passing a charming arched window, you arrive in a welcoming entrance hall with space for coats and boots, plus doors to the downstairs W.C. and an under-stair cupboard. A wide doorway opens into:
3.6 x 5.2 (11'9" x 17'0")A generously sized room featuring a period open fireplace (previously connected to gas), three radiators, and original oak sash windows overlooking the paddock and woodland behind. TV and satellite sockets are installed along with projector and screen. An open staircase rises to the top floor, and another door leads to:
7.2 x 5.0 (23'7" x 16'4")Entered through the sitting room, this light and versatile space benefits from original dual-aspect oak sash windows. The impressive kitchen centres around a striking island built around original vertical oak beams and fitted with a modern stainless-steel sink, a secondary sink with waste disposal, two-drawer dishwasher, concealed bins, and base storage.
Additional fitted units provide extensive base and eye-level storage, plus a microwave, bottle fridge and instant hot/cold/sparkling water tap. American fridge with automatic ice tray, fitted coffee machine, and a range cooker with induction hob and lighting options completes this high-spec space.
Beyond the island, a large open area offers flexibility—ideal for a substantial dining table or a cozy lounge area with a log burner and TV. A further built-in cupboard provides extra storage. TV, satellite, and phone sockets are installed. All downstairs windows feature secondary glazing, and gas central heating.
the open staircase leads up to a bright landing illuminated by a glazed door opening onto the:
5.0 x 3.0 (16'4" x 9'10")Situated at the south end of the building, partly covered by a roof gable and partly open to the afternoon sun. The terrace enjoys views over neighboring rooftops and trees through a decorative metal-grilled opening.
4.8 x 3.0 (15'8" x 9'10")A bright and spacious double, with ample fitted cupboards, exposed beams, and a large window overlooking the roof terrace. Heated by a large single-panel radiator.
3.6 x 3.3 (11'9" x 10'9")A light double room with exposed beams, radiator, and window overlooking treetops. Includes an en-suite bathroom.
4.0 x 3.5 (13'1" x 11'5")A cozy double, partly under the roof gable, with exposed beams, radiator, and a window looking onto the roof terrace. Includes a telephone socket and network point linked to the lounge.
Thoughtfully designed to maximize space, featuring a whirlpool bath beneath exposed beams, digital controls for the bath, rain shower, and hand shower, curved glass shower screen, stylish basin, enclosed washing machine, large twin-heated towel rail, and modern combi boiler.
5.4 x 2.6 (each) (17'8" x 8'6" (each))Two freehold single garages located a short walk from the property and accessed via a shared drive. The block has recently been re-roofed, and a new French drain has been installed to manage storm water effectively.
Please note that under the MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS 2017 we are legally required to verify the identity of all purchasers and the source of their funds to enable the purchase, all prospective purchasers are required to provide the following - 1. Satisfactory photographic identification. 2. Proof of address/residency. 3. Verification of the source of purchase funds. Lex Allan reserves the right to obtain electronic verification of any relevant document sought which there will be a charge to the purchasers at £30 inc VAT per person. If your offer is acceptable we will be required to share personal details with relevant third parties regarding your chain details on your sale/purchase.
We can confirm that if we are sourcing a quotation or quotations on your behalf relevant to the costs that you are likely to incur for the professional handling of the conveyancing process. You should be aware that we could receive a maximum referral fee of approximately £300 inc VAT should you decide to proceed with the engagement of the solicitor in question. We are informed that solicitors are happy to pay this referral fee to ourselves as your agent as it significantly reduces the marketing costs that they have to allocate to sourcing new business. The referral fee is NOT added to the conveyancing charges that would ordinarily be quoted.
We can also confirm that if we have provided your details to Infinity Financial Advice who we are confident are well placed to provide you with the very best possible advice relevant to your borrowing requirements. You should be aware that we receive a referral fee from Infinity for recommending their services. The charges that you will incur with them and all the products that they introduce to you will in no way be affected by this referral fee. On average the referral fees that we have received recently are £218 per case.
The same also applies if we have introduced you to the services of surveyors who we are confident will provide you with a first class service relevant to your property needs, we will again receive a maximum referral fee of £200 inc vat. This referral fee does not impact the actual fee that you would pay had you approached them direct as it is paid to us as an intermediary on the basis that we save them significant marketing expenditure in so doing. If you have any queries regarding the above, please feel free to contact us.
References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the seller. We are advised by the seller that the property is leasehold with 80 years remaining on the lease and a service charge of £2,400 per annum. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.
Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.
Property data and search facilities supplied by www.vebra.com