Leigh Sinton, Malvern

A Unique Architectural Conversion of a Former 1839 Wesleyan Chapel, Offering Spacious Three-Bedroom Accommodation, Striking Architectural Features, Balcony Overlooking Farmland, Mature Gardens, and Outbuildings.

Entrance Hall – Sitting Room – Kitchen – Utility Room – Garden Room – Downstairs WC – Three Bedrooms – Ensuite Bathroom – Family Bathroom – Balcony with Countryside Views – Art Studio – Storage Room – Landscaped Gardens – Gravel Driveway

Built in 1839, this former Wesleyan Chapel has been sympathetically converted to create a unique home of character and space. The property retains striking original features including vaulted ceilings, arched windows and exposed beams, while also providing practical and well-planned accommodation arranged over two floors.

Smith End Green, near Leigh Sinton, offers a peaceful rural setting surrounded by open countryside, with far-reaching views and access to walks including the nearby Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 

The village of Leigh Sinton provides a welcoming community atmosphere, with amenities such as a pub, local shop, takeaway and active clubs, while families benefit from good local schooling at Leigh & Bransford Primary School. Conveniently located between Malvern and Worcester, both around five miles away, the area also enjoys easy access to the A4103 and strong broadband connectivity, making it ideal for modern living. Properties in Smith End Green are highly desirable, with attractive period homes and proximity to nature make the location especially appealing for those seeking a balance of rural charm and practical convenience.

The Property 

The property is approached via a gated gravel driveway leading to twin hardwood entrance doors beneath an arched fanlight and flanked by impressive arched sash windows which fill the welcoming entrance hall with natural light. It has double height ceilings, carpeted floors, and stairs on the left to the first floor. On the right, an opening leads to the expansive sitting room.  

The Sitting Room is a dramatic reception space with part double-height ceiling rising to over 4m. Central to the room is a Clearview wood burning stove set on a quarry-tiled hearth. Tall sash windows provide excellent natural light and a galleried landing above create a sense of openness, while timber-clad ceilings with downlights create a more intimate environment. A useful storage cupboard is located beneath the staircase.

The kitchen is accessed via the sitting room. Fitted with a range of base and wall cupboards, timber-effect laminate worktops, tiled splashbacks, and an electric induction hob with high-level double ovens. Quarry-tiled flooring and spotlights add practicality and charm. A generous area allows for a breakfast table. A side door leads to the utility room. 

The utility room has a continuation of the quarry-tiled floor in the kitchen. There is a stainless steel sink with drainer, storage cupboards, fitted shelving, and plumbing for washing machine and dryer.

The garden room is a unique, bright, and versatile living space with quarry-tiled flooring, vaulted ceiling with glazed polycarbonate roof fitted with blinds, and glazed walls. There are double doors at the front, and to the sitting room, and an opening to a rear vestibule leading to the utility room, WC, and rear door to the garden. There is an indoor tap for convenience.

The WC has timber-clad walls and ceiling, fitted with wash basin, WC, spotlights, and a small window.

Upstairs

The Principal Bedroom is at the rear of the property. It is a spacious room with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, fitted louvre wardrobes, and door onto the large balcony overlooking farmland. There is a large Ensuite Bathroom
with shower enclosure and electric shower, bath, pedestal basin, WC and bidet. There is laminate flooring, part-tiled walls, an airing cupboard, towel radiator, and spotlights.

Bedroom Two is a good sized double. It has partially vaulted ceilings, a large recessed wardrobe, carpeted floors and access onto the balcony with countryside views. There are high level internal windows providing natural light to the hall. 

Bedroom Three is a small double with vaulted ceiling, recessed wardrobe, mezzanine area above the door, and a circular feature window. Double double doors open onto the balcony overlooking farmland.

The Family Bathroom has a bath with hand shower attachment, vanity basin with storage below, WC, laminate flooring, half-tiled walls. There are wall lights, a towel radiator and a large skylight providing natural light.

Outside

The chapel is approached via a gravel driveway, flanked by mature hedges and providing ample parking. The landscaped gardens include a block-paved patio with pergola and climbing vine, lawns, gravel pathways, and well-stocked flowerbeds, enclosed by hedges for privacy.

To the side of the property is a garden shed and oil tank, with a paved path leading to a lawned area. At the rear is a timber-built art studio, complete with power, lighting, double-glazed windows, and laminate flooring, alongside a separate storage room with shelving and concrete floor.

Practicalities

Malvern Hills District Council Band ‘F’
Mains Electricity & Water
Oil-Fired Central Heating

Private Drainage

Partially Double-Glazed

Broadband Available
Freehold

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