House For Sale £385,000
Absolutely stunning! So much character! A quintessential English cottage! Fantastic carport & home office! Just some of the things we are expecting to hear back from viewers of Mortimer Cottage. To give us your feedback, start by arranging a viewing today!
Key Features
- Terraced, 17th Century House
- 2 Double Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
- Open-plan Reception Room
- Well Presented Accommodation
- Period Features Throughout
- Detached, 2 Bay Carport
- Additional Hobby Room/Home Office
- Sizeable Front & Rear Gardens
- Backs onto Open Countryside
- Private Off Road Parking
- Approx. 250 Yards from Popular Village Pub
- Grade II Listed
The Property
Mortimer Cottage is a truly magnificent, well presented, Grade II Listed property found in the middle of the popular village of Lingen, which lies on the rural Herefordshire/Shropshire border surrounded by beautiful countryside for as far as the eye can see.
Built circa early to mid 17th century, Mortimer Cottage offers a wealth of history, such as the carved stone within the large fireplace and various timbers believed to have been from a former nearby Nunnery, which King Henry VIII ordered to be destroyed. The property has also been used for a variety of purposes over the years including a shop and the village school. Fast forward a few centuries and more specifically to 2007, Mortimer Cottage, was acquired by the current owner who has updated and lovingly maintained the cottage creating a wonderful blend of traditional and contemporary features, which oozes character throughout, while also catering for the needs of 21st century living. In more recent years, externally Mortimer Cottage has undergone a transformation to the frontage, creating ample off road parking, as well as an impressive 2 bay carport with adjoining hobby room/home office, complete with power, lighting and a sink. An incredibly useful space with plenty of possibilities!
As mentioned, the property is conveniently situated right in the heart of the village of Lingen which boasts a close knit community and centres around the village pub, The Royal George, found approximately 250 yards away and the lively village hall, which is approximately 200 yards from the cottage. Rural, but by no means isolated the Mortimer Cottage is centrally located just 5 miles from the popular market town of Presteigne, 9 miles from the border town of Knighton and 4 miles from the much larger and historic village of Wigmore. Slightly further afield Ludlow is 12 miles to the east. Found to the rear of the property is open countryside, along with the remains of a motte and bailey castle, which is visible from the rear garden. A public footpath located in the field behind allows easy access onto many countryside trails.
Inside, the property is made up on the ground floor of an open-plan sitting room diner, which has a large inglenook fireplace in the dining area and a further fireplace in the sitting room. Both fireplaces are accompanied by 'Clearview' wood-burning stoves. Accessed off the rear of the dining area is the useful utility, while seperate doors lead into a downstairs shower room, the well-equipped, attractive kitchen and outside to the rear garden. On the first floor, a landing area has doors opening into the 2 double bedrooms and the main bathroom. Bedroom one has a feature fireplace, while bedroom two offers a built-in wardrobe. The luxurious bathroom is complete with a roll top bath and has a door opening to a highly useful storage area. Please note, this storage room forms part of flying freehold.
Outside, Mortimer Cottage has a gravelled driveway allowing off road parking for 3 vehicles, as well as a 2 bay carport with storage above. Located to the right of the previously mentioned hobby room/home office is a useful potting/storage shed, while to the front of the cottage is a largely lawned garden and small patio area. To the rear of the property finds a sizeable, lawned garden, which has well-defined hedged and fenced boundaries and planted borders. At the back of the garden is a wooden garden shed and adjoining the rear of the cottage is a stoned patio area, which poses as a pleasant spot to relax/entertain on within the warmer months of the year. Please note, there is a 'right of way' through the neighbouring rear gardens.
The Location
Mortimer Cottage occupies an idyllic edge of village setting within the popular village of Lingen right on the rural Herefordshire/Shropshire border. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those of an active disposition. Encompassed by stunning scenic countryside with rolling hill tops as far as the eye can see the village and nearby surroundings are popular with walkers and cyclists and present a variety of outdoor pursuits including the Lingen Loop and the Mortimer Trail.
Lingen is a close knit and friendly community which embraces the 'laid back', tranquil lifestyle and is nestled between the popular market town of Presteigne (5 miles south-west), border town of Knighton (9 miles north-west) and the much larger and historic village of Wigmore (4 miles east). The village offers useful facilities to include a church, village hall which has a number of active social groups and clubs throughout the year and a public house (The Royal George). Lingen is also within the catchment for Wigmore Primary & High School's, which for a number of years now have maintained either a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating. The school bus pick up point for Wigmore School is conveniently less than 200 yards from the property.
The nearest town to Lingen, Presteigne sits alongside the river Lugg, at the corner of the three counties of Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys, within a short drive from Hay-On-Wye, Hereford, Ludlow and Shrewsbury, surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside, perfect for walking and cycle rides and was voted one of the Daily Telegraphs top ten small towns to live.
Just to the west are Radnor Forest and Offa's Dyke. Go slightly south west and you can browse the book shops of Hay-On-Wye, and to the east you can sample the renowned culinary delights of Ludlow. Hereford, with its Cathedral, is 22 miles away and in between there are activities and visits to satisfy a whole variety of tastes. The High Street has a good range of individual shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels and services. There’s even a Michelin starred restaurant five miles outside Presteigne. Throughout the year the senses are served with a range of musical and arts based events; The Presteigne Music Festival is a prestigious and internationally renowned regular event and throughout the year other musical events provide a rich and eclectic menu. There is a calendar of high quality art exhibitions throughout the year, whilst the Church of St Andrew's permanently houses its own treasure, a 16th century Flemish Tapestry.
The Judge's Lodging museum, a Georgian Court House complete with cells, courtroom and living quarters has been classed as Britain’s Best Hidden Gem. The town is home to educational facilities to suit all ages, Presteigne Primary School is under a mile away and the newly reformed John Beddoes Campus provides secondary education up to gcse level, acting as a campus of Newtown High School. Sports clubs in the area are renowned after various successes across Wales, including Presteigne Saint Andrews Football Club, Presteigne Bowling Club, Cricket Club and a ladies Hockey Team.
Tenure
We are informed the property is of freehold tenure.
Council Tax
Herefordshire Council - Band D. Charge for 2021/22 is £2,031.84.
Services
We are informed the property is connected to mains water and electricity. Private septic tank drainage.
Heating
Oil fired central heating and wood-burning stoves.
Broadband
Enquiries via British Telecom indicates the property has an estimated fibre broadband speed of 46MB. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries via BT or their own broadband provider.
Nearest Towns/Cities
Wigmore - Approximately 4 miles
Presteigne – Approximately 5 miles
Knighton - Approximately 9 miles
Kington - Approximately 11 miles
Leominster - Approximately 11 miles
Ludlow - Approximately 12 miles
Craven Arms - Approximately 14 miles
Bishops Castle - Approximately 19 miles
Hereford - Approximately 22 miles
Llandrindod Wells - Approximately 26 miles
Builth Wells - Approximately 27 miles
Money Laundering Regulations
We will require prospective purchasers to produce two original id documents prior to any offer being accepted by the owners.
Consumer Protection
Consumer protection from unfair trading regulations 2008 -Holters for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: 1. These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessors and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each term of them. 3. The vendors or lessors do not make or give, and neither do Holters for themselves nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
Key Features
- Terraced, 17th Century House
- 2 Double Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
- Open-plan Reception Room
- Well Presented Accommodation
- Period Features Throughout
- Detached, 2 Bay Carport
- Additional Hobby Room/Home Office
- Sizeable Front & Rear Gardens
- Backs onto Open Countryside
- Private Off Road Parking
- Approx. 250 Yards from Popular Village Pub
- Grade II Listed
The Property
Mortimer Cottage is a truly magnificent, well presented, Grade II Listed property found in the middle of the popular village of Lingen, which lies on the rural Herefordshire/Shropshire border surrounded by beautiful countryside for as far as the eye can see.
Built circa early to mid 17th century, Mortimer Cottage offers a wealth of history, such as the carved stone within the large fireplace and various timbers believed to have been from a former nearby Nunnery, which King Henry VIII ordered to be destroyed. The property has also been used for a variety of purposes over the years including a shop and the village school. Fast forward a few centuries and more specifically to 2007, Mortimer Cottage, was acquired by the current owner who has updated and lovingly maintained the cottage creating a wonderful blend of traditional and contemporary features, which oozes character throughout, while also catering for the needs of 21st century living. In more recent years, externally Mortimer Cottage has undergone a transformation to the frontage, creating ample off road parking, as well as an impressive 2 bay carport with adjoining hobby room/home office, complete with power, lighting and a sink. An incredibly useful space with plenty of possibilities!
As mentioned, the property is conveniently situated right in the heart of the village of Lingen which boasts a close knit community and centres around the village pub, The Royal George, found approximately 250 yards away and the lively village hall, which is approximately 200 yards from the cottage. Rural, but by no means isolated the Mortimer Cottage is centrally located just 5 miles from the popular market town of Presteigne, 9 miles from the border town of Knighton and 4 miles from the much larger and historic village of Wigmore. Slightly further afield Ludlow is 12 miles to the east. Found to the rear of the property is open countryside, along with the remains of a motte and bailey castle, which is visible from the rear garden. A public footpath located in the field behind allows easy access onto many countryside trails.
Inside, the property is made up on the ground floor of an open-plan sitting room diner, which has a large inglenook fireplace in the dining area and a further fireplace in the sitting room. Both fireplaces are accompanied by 'Clearview' wood-burning stoves. Accessed off the rear of the dining area is the useful utility, while seperate doors lead into a downstairs shower room, the well-equipped, attractive kitchen and outside to the rear garden. On the first floor, a landing area has doors opening into the 2 double bedrooms and the main bathroom. Bedroom one has a feature fireplace, while bedroom two offers a built-in wardrobe. The luxurious bathroom is complete with a roll top bath and has a door opening to a highly useful storage area. Please note, this storage room forms part of flying freehold.
Outside, Mortimer Cottage has a gravelled driveway allowing off road parking for 3 vehicles, as well as a 2 bay carport with storage above. Located to the right of the previously mentioned hobby room/home office is a useful potting/storage shed, while to the front of the cottage is a largely lawned garden and small patio area. To the rear of the property finds a sizeable, lawned garden, which has well-defined hedged and fenced boundaries and planted borders. At the back of the garden is a wooden garden shed and adjoining the rear of the cottage is a stoned patio area, which poses as a pleasant spot to relax/entertain on within the warmer months of the year. Please note, there is a 'right of way' through the neighbouring rear gardens.
The Location
Mortimer Cottage occupies an idyllic edge of village setting within the popular village of Lingen right on the rural Herefordshire/Shropshire border. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those of an active disposition. Encompassed by stunning scenic countryside with rolling hill tops as far as the eye can see the village and nearby surroundings are popular with walkers and cyclists and present a variety of outdoor pursuits including the Lingen Loop and the Mortimer Trail.
Lingen is a close knit and friendly community which embraces the 'laid back', tranquil lifestyle and is nestled between the popular market town of Presteigne (5 miles south-west), border town of Knighton (9 miles north-west) and the much larger and historic village of Wigmore (4 miles east). The village offers useful facilities to include a church, village hall which has a number of active social groups and clubs throughout the year and a public house (The Royal George). Lingen is also within the catchment for Wigmore Primary & High School's, which for a number of years now have maintained either a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating. The school bus pick up point for Wigmore School is conveniently less than 200 yards from the property.
The nearest town to Lingen, Presteigne sits alongside the river Lugg, at the corner of the three counties of Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys, within a short drive from Hay-On-Wye, Hereford, Ludlow and Shrewsbury, surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside, perfect for walking and cycle rides and was voted one of the Daily Telegraphs top ten small towns to live.
Just to the west are Radnor Forest and Offa's Dyke. Go slightly south west and you can browse the book shops of Hay-On-Wye, and to the east you can sample the renowned culinary delights of Ludlow. Hereford, with its Cathedral, is 22 miles away and in between there are activities and visits to satisfy a whole variety of tastes. The High Street has a good range of individual shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels and services. There’s even a Michelin starred restaurant five miles outside Presteigne. Throughout the year the senses are served with a range of musical and arts based events; The Presteigne Music Festival is a prestigious and internationally renowned regular event and throughout the year other musical events provide a rich and eclectic menu. There is a calendar of high quality art exhibitions throughout the year, whilst the Church of St Andrew's permanently houses its own treasure, a 16th century Flemish Tapestry.
The Judge's Lodging museum, a Georgian Court House complete with cells, courtroom and living quarters has been classed as Britain’s Best Hidden Gem. The town is home to educational facilities to suit all ages, Presteigne Primary School is under a mile away and the newly reformed John Beddoes Campus provides secondary education up to gcse level, acting as a campus of Newtown High School. Sports clubs in the area are renowned after various successes across Wales, including Presteigne Saint Andrews Football Club, Presteigne Bowling Club, Cricket Club and a ladies Hockey Team.
Tenure
We are informed the property is of freehold tenure.
Council Tax
Herefordshire Council - Band D. Charge for 2021/22 is £2,031.84.
Services
We are informed the property is connected to mains water and electricity. Private septic tank drainage.
Heating
Oil fired central heating and wood-burning stoves.
Broadband
Enquiries via British Telecom indicates the property has an estimated fibre broadband speed of 46MB. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries via BT or their own broadband provider.
Nearest Towns/Cities
Wigmore - Approximately 4 miles
Presteigne – Approximately 5 miles
Knighton - Approximately 9 miles
Kington - Approximately 11 miles
Leominster - Approximately 11 miles
Ludlow - Approximately 12 miles
Craven Arms - Approximately 14 miles
Bishops Castle - Approximately 19 miles
Hereford - Approximately 22 miles
Llandrindod Wells - Approximately 26 miles
Builth Wells - Approximately 27 miles
Money Laundering Regulations
We will require prospective purchasers to produce two original id documents prior to any offer being accepted by the owners.
Consumer Protection
Consumer protection from unfair trading regulations 2008 -Holters for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: 1. These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessors and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each term of them. 3. The vendors or lessors do not make or give, and neither do Holters for themselves nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
