About This Villa

The Lake House is a phenomenal property, perfect for family gatherings and special celebrations with friends. Its location at the foot of the Malvern Hills in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that inspired the Narnia novels, is truly glorious. The Lake House is a Tudor timbered masterpiece that can sleep up to nineteen guests in six gorgeous bedrooms. Its living spaces are elegant and spacious, easily accommodating large groups. For a long weekend or a week, this private country manor can be yours, along with its many treats. The Lake House sits near Wyche, just over one mile south of Great Malvern, the Victorian spa town and within five minutes from The Three Counties Showground. The fabulous Cathedral and University city of Worcester is within easy reach with its fascinating history, its interesting architecture and its fantastic shopping and dining opportunities. It is famous not only for its magnificent Cathedral but also for its Worcester porcelain, its piquant Worcestershire sauce and its beautiful cricket ground. The manor house is located on the edge of a tranquil, rural common area with paths leading up to the dramatic Malvern Hills straight from the grounds of The Lake House.

The house boasts three acres of beautiful gardens which you are free to roam and six acres of lake which is stocked with a plentiful supply of perch, carp, rudd and brown trout. Perhaps you would enjoy a yoga session by the lake or chilling in the hot tub, marvelling at this magnificent property and its assets. There are plenty of terraces to chose from, including one for alfresco dining with a barbecue and pizza oven. On a chilly evening, the firepit can come into play to keep you warm and toasty. The private grounds are surrounded by neighbouring vineyards, another very attractive sight along with the panoramic views of the lake and the hills.

Along with its six bedrooms, The Lake House offers two large lounge areas with atmospheric open fires, a giant dining room perfect for celebratory dinners, a superb kitchen, four bathrooms and two separate toilets. Some of the bedrooms enjoy sofa beds so that you can accommodate more guests. They are particularly useful for families. Bedroom one offers a kingsize bed and a trundle bed for two children, bedroom two offers twin beds, one being a trundle, the master bedroom offers a kingsize bed and a single chair bed, bedroom four boasts a double bed, bedroom five enjoys a kingsize bed and bedroom six has one kingsize bed and two small sofa beds. All of the beds are beautifully dressed in crisp cottons and gorgeous throws and scatter cushions, all co-ordinating wonderfully with the elegant neutral colour schemes. With the windows open, you will be lulled to sleep by the night breezes over the lake and the occasional hoot of an owl.

The living spaces are marvellous, brimming with period cornicing, chandeliers, velvet sofas and a lovely mix of vintage and modern furniture. Roaring fires are most welcome after lengthy jaunts in the Malvern Hills and there are plenty of books in the bookcase if you want to relax. There are two televisions so you can log into your Netflix account and watch a movie. Again the colour palettes are neutral with colour pops coming from the sumptuous sofas, scatter cushions and artwork. The chef’s dream of a kitchen features a large Rangemaster cooker and an American style fridge freezer. It is the perfect size to prepare hearty breakfasts and delicious feasts for a crowd. You can buy your meat from Barnard’s Green butchers, baked goodies from Faun, fresh produce from Natural Choice and fizz from Hay Wines. The smart formal dining room seats up to twenty with delightful views of the garden. If the weather is good, you may prefer cooking on the terrace and dining alfresco.

Located at the side of the house, your bubbling hot tub will be waiting for you with fabulous views of the Malvern Hills and the lake. There is another terrace which overlooks the lake, perfect for pre-dinner drinks. Though the interiors of The Lake House are simply stunning, the gardens, tennis court, lake and terraces are likely to be where you will spend much of your time. Your children will be in heaven knowing that this area was the inspiration for the land of Narnia and there are so many activities they can enjoy. One thing is for sure, you will leave The Lake House will magical holiday memories.

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