The Cooperage sits on the banks of the River Avon, within a beautifully converted former public house, in the heart of the Georgian market town of Pershore.

Moments before reaching the centre of this unspoilt market town, the discreet arched entrance to The Cooperage provides access to its private courtyard, terrace, fifteen secure parking spaces and stunning communal walled gardens. Beyond the extensive, landscaped lawns and flowerbeds, a decked riverside seating area allows residents to enjoy relaxing summer evenings on the riverbank, watching boats (and wildlife) drift by.

Accessing via the quiet rear courtyard entrance, Apartment 5 can be found on the first floor; reached by either a vibrantly lit and beautifully carpeted staircase, or a lift; providing easy access directly to its front door.

This contemporary apartment offers a superior specification and features a designer kitchen and bathroom. Fully integrated kitchen appliances complement the attractive living accommodation, designed to maximise views and capitalise on the abundance of natural light.

Dropping down a couple of small steps from the landing, the large double bedroom with walk-in closet and restored (double-glazed) timber framed window enjoys courtyard views to the rear.

The Cooperage has even been designed with comfort and efficiency in mind. Apartment 5 utilises energy efficient heat recovery ventilation and is heated by an electric boiler with compact radiators, fitted with integrated timer and thermostatic controls.

For your peace of mind, an intercom system also ensures secure access to the main building, along with low energy external security lighting at the entrance and perimeter.

Surrounded by glorious countryside and beautiful villages, Pershore punches well above its weight as a great place to live, work and socialise. Boasting an enviable range of independent shops (and a few well-known chains), award-winning restaurants, pubs and busy coffee shops; the town also enjoys its own thriving, community run arts centre and theatre presenting a regular schedule of shows, films and exhibitions.

Pershore’s impressive Abbey also attracts visitors from far and wide, while its Abbey Park provides a haven for residents, visitors and wildlife alike.

Pershore railway station is just over 1.5 miles up the road with trains to London taking just over 2 hours or to Worcester in only 10 minutes.

With numerous local bus routes on the doorstep, exceptional road links to the M5 and M40/ M42 and the larger market town of Evesham only a 15-minute drive away, getting to and from The Cooperage should be easy.

Alternatively, should you wish to arrive or receive guests by river; The Cooperage’s own mooring facilities are also available to residents on a shared basis.

The Cooperage is an exclusive development of only eight, one and two-bedroom homes, created by Broadway Heritage Ltd; specialists in the restoration of historic buildings in stunning locations. The ongoing management of The Cooperage is undertaken by local managing agents, Johnsons Property Consultants, on behalf of the residents’ management company (The Cooperage Facilities Ltd).

Apartment 5, The Cooperage enjoys the security of a 250-year lease with an annual ground rent of £250 and service charge of £1,344.15 (2018).

GUIDE PRICE: £185,000

AGENT: JOHNSONS PROPERTY CONSULTANTS

CONTACT: 01386 761515