Kidderminster Road, Bewdley, DY12

Having a commanding position, this property known as the corner house, is actually aptly named, as it abuts both Kidderminster and Habberley Roads. Fabulous history and only two owners since built in the 1830s, although I am not suggesting my clients are that old!!! Although they have been here since late 1980s. It was known as Corner House, however in more recent times has been Corner Cottage.

With an abundance of fascinating and most interesting information about this property, its hard not to become besotted. The land known as the shoulder of mutton was offered at auction at the Bewdley Inn (formerly The Black Boy Hotel on Kidderminster Road) on 6th February 1816 and this piece of the land was purchased by the Jones family. It was a grocery shop for many many years and there is evidence of this on the external wall and in the sandstone cellar, which they obviously used for storage.  Next door was a bakery, so quite a community atmosphere.   

The property is not listed, although of local interest. Having gardens to front and two sides. There is ample parking off Habberley Road with carport and pedestrian access. In further detail the accommodation comprises Porch, kitchen with the original solid fuel range cooker, two reception rooms, one having wood burning fire and the original bow window and French doors to garden. (This was the main shop entrance) Rear utility area having access to further garden. The cellar is spacious with several areas providing great storage. The sandstone floors and walls are a great talking point! To the first floor with three bedrooms and family bathroom.  Majority sash windows having secondary glazing fitted. Gas fired central heating via combination boiler. where possible pitched pine doors remain. The gardens are enclosed and mainly low maintenance, partially walls and with privacy. There's even the brick built outside toilet still in working order ideal when in the garden!        

Catchems End has its own history. The area around this location was bog land and it was said that any criminal who was being chased from Bewdley by the police would get away with the crime as the authorities would not venture into this dangerous area.  Hence the phrase 'catchems end'

The current occupiers are now off to pastures new since the family have all flown the nest! However have very fond happy memories here. 

Ideal location for amenities, commuting and the countryside. 

Viewings are highly recommended for those of you pining for a period home.