Driftwood, Baughton, Earls Croome, Worcester, WR8 9DQ

Driftwood is an attractive 2-bedroom, Grade II-listed, detached cottage set in a
mature former market garden extending to approximately 0.72 acres. The
property benefits from a detached red brick garage, a former chicken shed and off
road parking.

Set in a peaceful rural location, this charming, detached cottage presents a unique chance
to enjoy country living, surrounded by 0.72 acres of manicured gardens. While the property
would benefit from some modernisation, it is full of character and boasts expansive views
across the surrounding countryside, stretching towards the Malvern Hills.
ACCOMMODATION
The cottage has a spacious sitting room with exposed beams and a feature fireplace, kitchen,
bathroom and utility room on the ground floor, with 2 bedrooms and a storage cupboard on
the first floor.
Outside, the property is set within generous, well-established gardens, mainly laid to lawn
and complemented by mature fruit trees and raised flower beds, offering plenty of space
to enjoy the countryside. The property benefits from ample off-road parking and several
outbuildings, including a detached red brick garage (former stable) that provides potential
for conversion (subject to planning), and a former chicken shed.
SITUATION
Driftwood is situated within the hamlet of Baughton, in the county of Worcestershire. Well
known local destinations such as the Malvern Hills (approximately 10 miles to the west) and
the city of Worcester (approximately 10 miles to the north) are within close proximity to the
property. The A4104 provides good links to the towns of Upton on Severn and Pershore.
Upton upon Severn C of E primary school is approximately 2.2 miles to the west. Hanley Castle
provides further educational facilities, including the high school, which is situated
approximately 3.3 miles from the property, and the primary school, which is situated
approximately 5.3 miles from the property. There is also a strong selection of independent
schools in the area, including Bredon School, Malvern College, The Downs, and The Elms.
A wide variety of shops and everyday amenities can be found in the nearby towns of
Tewkesbury, Upton upon Severn, and Malvern.
SERVICES
The cottage benefits from mains water, electricity and foul drainage. Heating to the property
is provided by a combination of night storage heaters, a Rayburn, and a woodburning stove.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Any fixtures or fittings not mentioned in these particulars are excluded from the sale.

COUNCIL TAX AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Council Tax Band – D £2,411.22 (2026/27)
EPC – F
LOCAL PLANNING AUTHORITY
Potential purchasers are invited to make their own investigations with the Local
Planning Authority, Malvern Hills District Council – www.malvernhils.gov.uk
TENURE
The property is offered Freehold with Vacant Possession.
BOUNDARIES AND AREAS
The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither
the Vendors nor the Agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or
ownership thereof. The purchasers will be required to take on the liability for
boundaries as per the Title deeds.
RIGHTS OF WAY, WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of rights, including rights of way,
whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity and other
rights and obligations, easements, quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all
existing and proposed way leaves or masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas
or other pipes, whether referred to in the general remarks and stipulations or
particulars of sale or not and to the provision of any planning scheme of County or
Local Authority.
There are no public rights of way crossing the land. Access to Driftwood is directly off
the public highway.
METHOD OF SALE
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty. Prospective purchasers are advised
to register their interest with the agent so that they can be sent details of the process
for submission of offers and any timescales. The vendor reserves the right to set a date
for Best and Final offers.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Interested parties will be required to provide photographic ID and proof of address for
Anti Money Laundering checks prior to instructing solicitors. Proof of funds will also be
required.