House For Sale £750,000
- Substantial early 20th century 5 bedroomed farmhouse
- Nestled in a private rural location just outside Presteigne
- In total set in 1.12 acres
- Additional land available
- For sale by Informal Tender
Presteigne 2 miles, Kington 5.5 miles, Knighton 7.6 miles
Situation
Rodd Farmhouse is strategically well placed for Presteigne town which lies approximately 2 miles north west of the property but also convenient to Kington and Knighton all being on the English / Welsh border.
This beautiful area is peppered with historic points of interest such as Wapley Iron Age Hillfort, Burfa Bank Hill Fort and of course the Offa’s Dyke Footpath which cuts through the area.
There are popular pubs in Presteigne centre as well as The Stag at Titley and a golf course just down the road at Kington. Main shopping and schooling would be in Presteigne.
Description
An interesting detached early 20th century farmhouse set in this rural but accessible area just a couple of miles from Presteigne town.
The property is set in a slightly raised position from where there are pleasing views across the road over farmland and beyond the wooded hillsides.
This fine residence has an interesting façade with render and timber elevations under a slate roof with some eyebrow dormers and leaded windows.
The farmhouse includes the grass paddock to the rear and extends in total to 1.12 acres as outlined red on the attached plan.
The accommodation is of quality and would make either a substantial family home or could easily be divided for dual living or as holiday accommodation.
The accommodation briefly comprises hall; two principal reception rooms; large kitchen / breakfast room; further kitchen area with diner; study; storage rooms; and to the first floor five bedrooms; two bathrooms; and the top floor some excellent storage rooms or potential for further accommodation. There is also a garage / workshop.
To fully appreciate the many features of this home and its potential a closer inspection is recommended.
Accommodation
Timber front door leads to:
Reception Hall
With quarry tile flooring, stairs to first floor.
Sitting Room
With fireplace (currently blocked), two radiators, leaded windows with views across valley, exposed beams.
Kitchen / Diner
Having range of base units, cooker space, sink, fridge space, radiator, two windows, door to rear hall, door to outside along with shelving and leaded window.
Inner Hallway
Door off to:
Lounge
With fireplace with fitted wood burner, tiled surround and hearth, radiator, leaded windows.
Second Kitchen
With range of base units with solid worktop, stainless steel 1.5 bowl sink, cooker space, plumbing for dishwasher, pantry cupboard, quarry tile flooring, leaded window, opening through to:
Dining Area
With glazed double doors to outside, radiator, open tread stairs to first floor and door to garage / workshop.
Study
Having leaded windows, fireplace, door to:
Lobby
With door to outside and door to:
Storeroom
From the Reception Hall stairs lead to a half landing with leaded window through which there are beautiful views and further stairs lead to the principal landing area with exposed beams, linen / airing cupboard, doors off to:
Bedroom 1
Having arch leaded window with views across valley, two radiators, exposed brick fireplace with mantle, exposed beams, fitted cupboard.
Bedroom 2
Having exposed brick fireplace with mantle over, leaded windows with views, radiator and exposed beams.
Bathroom
Comprising of bath with Triton modern shower over, WC low flush suite, pedestal wash hand basin, arch leaded window and radiator.
A second staircase leads from the Second Kitchen up to a landing and doors off to:
Bathroom
Comprising bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, fitted cupboard, arch window.
Bedroom 3
With brick fireplace with mantle over, radiator, arch leaded window.
Bedroom 4
With arch leaded window, old fireplace, radiator.
Bedroom 5
L-shaped (max measurements) with arch window, radiator and cupboards.
Separate stairs from either side of the house lead up to the second floor with two useful attic / store rooms which have the potential to form further living accommodation subject to any planning permission.
Outside
Rodd Farmhouse is accessed via a shared drive over which it has full vehicular rights of way to a private five bar gate leading to its grounds. There are mature surrounding gardens with various trees and paddock ideal for a pony or similar.
To one side of the house there is a garage / workshop having double doors and oil fired central heating boiler.
The property includes the grass paddock to the front extending to 0.74 acres.
Services
Mains electricity, private water and private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
The Vendor’s septic tank is located with the grounds of the property. The Vendor reserves the right to access the land to repair, replace, relocate the septic tank.
Additional Land
There is an additional 19.55 acres of land opposite the farmhouse available in two lots by tender. For full information please request details from the agent.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession.
Mode Of Sale
The property is for sale by Informal Tender. The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or any, offer. The Vendor reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the Tender date.
All Tenders must be completed on the Agents Informal Tender document only. All details must be completed and signed. The Tender Document must be sealed in an envelope marked “Tender for Rodd Farmhouse” addressed fao Katie Bufton/Nigel Highfield, Sunderlands llp, Offa House, St Peters Square, Hereford, HR1 2PQ. The Tender Document must be received by 12 noon on Friday 20th May 2022.
Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves, and rights of way both declared and undeclared.
Local Authority And Public Utilities
Herefordshire Council, Plough Lane, Hereford, HR4 0LE
Western Power Distribution, Toll End Road, Tipton, DY4 0HH
Site Plans
The plans included in the sale particulars are for identification purposes only and may have been reduced in scale to assist with printing.
Agents Note
Any plans used in the preparation of these details may have been reduced in scale and any interested parties should check the Title Plan before proceeding to purchase.
Energy Performance Certificate
Awaiting EPC.
Directions
Leave the town area on the B4355 following the signs towards Kington and at the roundabout proceed straight over staying on the B4355 and after approximately ¾ mile the property will be seen then on the right hand side.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with the Agents.
Please remember to bring ppe equipment for viewing any internal areas.
Health & Safety Notice
Prospective Purchasers should take all necessary care when making an inspection including wearing suitable clothing. Viewings are taken solely at the risk of those who view and neither the Agents nor the owners of the property take responsibility for any injury however caused.
Important Notice
These particulars are set out as a guide only. They are intended to give a fair description of the property but may not be relied upon as a statement or representation of facts. These particulars are produced in good faith but are inevitably subjective and do not form part of any Contract. No persons within Sunderlands have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property.
