House For Sale £610,000
'Located in a rural hamlet about ten miles west of Hereford a much improved attractive detached character Grade II listed cottage residence which has an annex and substantial well maintained gardens which extend to about one acre'
LOCATION
Well Cottage is located approximately ten miles west of the Cathedral City of Hereford in glorious West Herefordshire countryside and about eleven miles east of the historic border market town of Hay-On-Wye. Within close proximity is The Golden Valley with its picturesque countryside and rural walks. The village has a church and neighbouring villages offer a range of every day amenities including primary and secondary schools, doctors surgery and shop. Hereford offers a wide range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities together with educational establishments and both bus and railway stations with services to Birmingham, Manchester and London.
The part of Herefordshire in which the property is located is renowned for its wooded hills and valleys, its close proximity to The Offa's Dyke footpath and the Brecon Beacons National Park. From the rear of the gardens an outlook is enjoyed across fine Herefordshire countryside to rising treelined hills in the distance.
DESCRIPTION
Well Cottage is a black and white Grade II listed cottage residence with a feature diminishing stone tiled roof with a later addition. The property has been upgraded and features a wealth of exposed internal timbers, two principal reception rooms and a fine kitchen/breakfast room. A central heating system is installed, there are three bedrooms and a shower room on the first floor and within the grounds there is a self contained one bedroom annex/home studio. The property is set in substantial gardens which extend to about one acre. The wonderful gardens are generally level and feature a vast array of plants including Itoh Peonies, Bearded Iris, Rhododrendon, a standard Wisteria Tree, Wingnut Tree, Chinese Dove Tree, Paulownia Tree amongst many others.
There is an exercise pool in a log cabin, summer house, polytunnel and a greenhouse. The views at the rear are enviable across agricultural land to Woodbury Hill Wood.
ON THE GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance Porch 1.85m (6'1) x 1.75m (5'9)
Approached through an historic door with ceiling timbers, brick effect tiled flooring, radiator, window to side and with a door to:
Entrance Lobby 2.16m (7'1) x 1.91m (6'3)
With a window to the side, stairway, low level understair cupboard and exposed ceiling timbers. Opening to:
The Living Room/Dining Room 4.37m (14'4) x 3.51m (11'6)
With a wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, two windows to the front, radiator, wall light point, opening in an historic timber framed wall to the kitchen/breakfast room and a door to:
The Sitting Room 4.11m (13'6) x 2.92m (9'7)
With a wealth of wall and ceiling timbers, window to the front and a double glazed window to the rear, radiator and with a splendid inglenook fireplace with impressive stonework with a timber beam over and stonework above with a brick effect pavior tiled floor and wood burning stove. Wall light points.
The Kitchen/Breakfast Room 5.54m (18'2) x 3.28m (10'9)
With a windows to either side, double glazed door to side and with two windows to the rear which enjoy an outlook across a patio area and gardens to tree lined countryside in the distance. Feature exposed ceiling and wall timbers and with modern soft close base cupboard and drawer units with marble working surfaces over, tiled surrounds including feature hand painted units with high level cabinets over. Recess with point for cooker, 1½ bowl stainless steel sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, recess with plumbing for washing machine/dishwasher, tall storage cupboard, stainless steel cooker hood, sunken ceiling lights, feature wooden flooring, radiator, wall mounted combination boiler and breakfast bar area.
ON THE FIRST FLOOR:
Landing 3.66m (12'0) x 3.43m (11'3)
Overall this is a generous area and the maximum measurements indicate the level of space enjoyed. There are exposed substantial wall and ceiling timbers, a curtained storage recess, radiator, hatch to loft space and with doors to bedrooms 2 and 3, the family bathroom and a door with a latch fitting to THE MASTER BEDROOM AREA which includes an:
En-Suite Area 1.7m (5'7) x 1.63m (5'4)
With low level wc and wash basin, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, heated ladder towel rail, window, timber purlin and with a curtained recessed wardrobe area with hanging rails and shelving and a door to:
Bedroom 1 4.32m (14'2) x 2.95m (9'8)
With windows to three aspects including the view at the rear over the gardens, exposed wall timbers, exposed timber purlins and with two radiators.
Bedroom 2 3.3m (10'10) x 2.77m (9'1) (maximum)
With windows to two aspects and with radiator.
Bedroom 3 2.74m (9'0) x 2.57m (8'5)
With windows to two aspects including the view at the rear over the gardens. Radiator and shelved cupboards.
The Family Bathroom 2.69m (8'10) x 2.29m (7'6)
With white suite comprising bath with feature hand painted panel of tiles, circular shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower unit, wc and wash basin. Windows to two aspects, exposed wall timbers and purlin, extractor unit and ladder type radiator.
THE ANNEX
Porch
Timber door to:
The Kitchen Area 3.58m (11'9) x 2.16m (7'1)
With a double glazed window, belfast type sink, area of wood block work surface with tiled surrounds, high level cabinets and recesses with plumbing for appliances. Ceramic non slip floor tiles, access hatch to roof space and wooden doors with latch fittings to the bedroom, shower room and the:
Living Room/Studio Bedroom 4.9m (16'1) x 3.23m (10'7)
Previously used as a home office with business broadband. Hatch to loft space, double glazed window to the side and a double glazed window to the rear with adjacent double glazed door, built-in blinds and from which a view can be enjoyed across the splendid gardens to the land rising to a tree lined hill. Panel heater.
The Double Bedroom 3.25m (10'8) x 2.62m (8'7)
With a double glazed window to the front and a double glazed window to the side overlooking meadows. Panel heater and with a concertina door to the deep recessed wardrobe area.
The Shower Room 1.7m (5'7) x 1.73m (5'8) (8'9 to rear of shower unit)
With white suite comprising shower cubicle with folding door, extractor unit, feature hand painted panel and electric shower. Wall hung wash basin and low level wc. Double glazed window, tiled floor, wall mounted electric heater and sunken ceiling lights.
OUTSIDE:
The property has the benefit of a driveway which provides off road parking facilities. A green lane at the side of the residence runs to the rear. It is understood that a neighbouring property has the benefit of a pedestrian right of way over the green lane.
The front garden is set behind a low stone wall and there are deep well stocked beds and borders including a row of privets and further trees. There is also a log store.
Weaving a path around the side of the property and within the borders there are stone steps which lead to both the back door of Well Cottage and the annex. Immediately to the rear of the property there is a brick sun terrace with flag stone surround. The area is part enclosed by a semi circular stone wall. A shallow flight of steps lead up to a patio area at the end of the annex which has a pergola over. The lawn is flanked by deep beds and borders and an Indian Stone pathway splits and re-joins around beds and borders which feature a wide variety of plants and shrubs. Within the rear garden there is an Oak Tree, Wing Nut Tree and further specimen trees and shrubs together with a stone set above a rockery. There are also stepping stones through beds and a more formal stone pathway again cuts through the garden to the pool house and there is a further island, beds and borders and a bed of snowdrops.
From two thirds of the way down the garden a view is enjoyed over open adjacent pasture across a copse and to Moccas Wood in the distance.
THE POOL HOUSE
Of Cedar wood construction with a pair of doors to the front, a window and a 'training pool' which is approximately 12'8 x 7'10 with counter current unit, de-humidifier, ladder type radiator, further radiator and a gas fired boiler which provides heating. Attached to the pool house is a lean-to shed with power points. To the rear of the pool house is a further garden shed.
Within the rear garden is also a wildlife pond enclosed behind a picket type fence which is approximately 31' x 44'. Towards the far end of the site there is a level lawn/paddock/ garden area, a wild garden area, a polytunnel (15' x 10'). An area of raised vegetable beds and a greenhouse (12'5 x 8'5). Finally there is a summer house (17'5 x 14'3) with two decked areas at the front and an internal space which is approximately 12'4 x 10'1 which has ceiling lights, electric, a store cupboard and seats. From the Summer House which has a glazed door to the front and adjacent door a fine view can be enjoyed.
SERVICES
It is understood that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. It is understood that drainage is to a private system.
Confirmation in respect of mains service supplies should be obtained by the prospective purchaser. None of the electrical goods or other fittings has been tested and they are sold without warranty or undertaking that they are installed to current standards.
COUNCIL TAX BAND E - THE COTTAGE
COUNCIL TAX BAND A - THE ANNEX
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through the agents, telephone Hereford[use Contact Agent Button].
DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From central Hereford proceed south west on the A465 Abergavenny and after about quarter of a mile of leaving the city turn right onto the B4349 signposted to Clehonger. Continue into Clehonger and at the fork continue onto the B4352 passing through Madley and Tyberton to Blakemere. The property will then be identified on the left hand side by the agents for sale board.
14th February 2023
ID35822
Disclaimer
Watkins Thomas Ltd. Registered in Cardiff, No: 8037310. These particulars are used on the strict understanding that all negotiations are conducted through WATKINS THOMAS LTD. MISREPRESENTATION ACT - 1967 WATKINS THOMAS LTD, for itself and for the Vendors of this property whose agent it is give notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute, nor constitute any part of an offer or contract. 2. All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of WATKINS THOMAS LTD or the Vendor. 3. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. 4. Any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars. 5. The Vendor does not make or give, and neither WATKINS THOMAS LTD nor any person in its employment has authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
LOCATION
Well Cottage is located approximately ten miles west of the Cathedral City of Hereford in glorious West Herefordshire countryside and about eleven miles east of the historic border market town of Hay-On-Wye. Within close proximity is The Golden Valley with its picturesque countryside and rural walks. The village has a church and neighbouring villages offer a range of every day amenities including primary and secondary schools, doctors surgery and shop. Hereford offers a wide range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities together with educational establishments and both bus and railway stations with services to Birmingham, Manchester and London.
The part of Herefordshire in which the property is located is renowned for its wooded hills and valleys, its close proximity to The Offa's Dyke footpath and the Brecon Beacons National Park. From the rear of the gardens an outlook is enjoyed across fine Herefordshire countryside to rising treelined hills in the distance.
DESCRIPTION
Well Cottage is a black and white Grade II listed cottage residence with a feature diminishing stone tiled roof with a later addition. The property has been upgraded and features a wealth of exposed internal timbers, two principal reception rooms and a fine kitchen/breakfast room. A central heating system is installed, there are three bedrooms and a shower room on the first floor and within the grounds there is a self contained one bedroom annex/home studio. The property is set in substantial gardens which extend to about one acre. The wonderful gardens are generally level and feature a vast array of plants including Itoh Peonies, Bearded Iris, Rhododrendon, a standard Wisteria Tree, Wingnut Tree, Chinese Dove Tree, Paulownia Tree amongst many others.
There is an exercise pool in a log cabin, summer house, polytunnel and a greenhouse. The views at the rear are enviable across agricultural land to Woodbury Hill Wood.
ON THE GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance Porch 1.85m (6'1) x 1.75m (5'9)
Approached through an historic door with ceiling timbers, brick effect tiled flooring, radiator, window to side and with a door to:
Entrance Lobby 2.16m (7'1) x 1.91m (6'3)
With a window to the side, stairway, low level understair cupboard and exposed ceiling timbers. Opening to:
The Living Room/Dining Room 4.37m (14'4) x 3.51m (11'6)
With a wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, two windows to the front, radiator, wall light point, opening in an historic timber framed wall to the kitchen/breakfast room and a door to:
The Sitting Room 4.11m (13'6) x 2.92m (9'7)
With a wealth of wall and ceiling timbers, window to the front and a double glazed window to the rear, radiator and with a splendid inglenook fireplace with impressive stonework with a timber beam over and stonework above with a brick effect pavior tiled floor and wood burning stove. Wall light points.
The Kitchen/Breakfast Room 5.54m (18'2) x 3.28m (10'9)
With a windows to either side, double glazed door to side and with two windows to the rear which enjoy an outlook across a patio area and gardens to tree lined countryside in the distance. Feature exposed ceiling and wall timbers and with modern soft close base cupboard and drawer units with marble working surfaces over, tiled surrounds including feature hand painted units with high level cabinets over. Recess with point for cooker, 1½ bowl stainless steel sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, recess with plumbing for washing machine/dishwasher, tall storage cupboard, stainless steel cooker hood, sunken ceiling lights, feature wooden flooring, radiator, wall mounted combination boiler and breakfast bar area.
ON THE FIRST FLOOR:
Landing 3.66m (12'0) x 3.43m (11'3)
Overall this is a generous area and the maximum measurements indicate the level of space enjoyed. There are exposed substantial wall and ceiling timbers, a curtained storage recess, radiator, hatch to loft space and with doors to bedrooms 2 and 3, the family bathroom and a door with a latch fitting to THE MASTER BEDROOM AREA which includes an:
En-Suite Area 1.7m (5'7) x 1.63m (5'4)
With low level wc and wash basin, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, heated ladder towel rail, window, timber purlin and with a curtained recessed wardrobe area with hanging rails and shelving and a door to:
Bedroom 1 4.32m (14'2) x 2.95m (9'8)
With windows to three aspects including the view at the rear over the gardens, exposed wall timbers, exposed timber purlins and with two radiators.
Bedroom 2 3.3m (10'10) x 2.77m (9'1) (maximum)
With windows to two aspects and with radiator.
Bedroom 3 2.74m (9'0) x 2.57m (8'5)
With windows to two aspects including the view at the rear over the gardens. Radiator and shelved cupboards.
The Family Bathroom 2.69m (8'10) x 2.29m (7'6)
With white suite comprising bath with feature hand painted panel of tiles, circular shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower unit, wc and wash basin. Windows to two aspects, exposed wall timbers and purlin, extractor unit and ladder type radiator.
THE ANNEX
Porch
Timber door to:
The Kitchen Area 3.58m (11'9) x 2.16m (7'1)
With a double glazed window, belfast type sink, area of wood block work surface with tiled surrounds, high level cabinets and recesses with plumbing for appliances. Ceramic non slip floor tiles, access hatch to roof space and wooden doors with latch fittings to the bedroom, shower room and the:
Living Room/Studio Bedroom 4.9m (16'1) x 3.23m (10'7)
Previously used as a home office with business broadband. Hatch to loft space, double glazed window to the side and a double glazed window to the rear with adjacent double glazed door, built-in blinds and from which a view can be enjoyed across the splendid gardens to the land rising to a tree lined hill. Panel heater.
The Double Bedroom 3.25m (10'8) x 2.62m (8'7)
With a double glazed window to the front and a double glazed window to the side overlooking meadows. Panel heater and with a concertina door to the deep recessed wardrobe area.
The Shower Room 1.7m (5'7) x 1.73m (5'8) (8'9 to rear of shower unit)
With white suite comprising shower cubicle with folding door, extractor unit, feature hand painted panel and electric shower. Wall hung wash basin and low level wc. Double glazed window, tiled floor, wall mounted electric heater and sunken ceiling lights.
OUTSIDE:
The property has the benefit of a driveway which provides off road parking facilities. A green lane at the side of the residence runs to the rear. It is understood that a neighbouring property has the benefit of a pedestrian right of way over the green lane.
The front garden is set behind a low stone wall and there are deep well stocked beds and borders including a row of privets and further trees. There is also a log store.
Weaving a path around the side of the property and within the borders there are stone steps which lead to both the back door of Well Cottage and the annex. Immediately to the rear of the property there is a brick sun terrace with flag stone surround. The area is part enclosed by a semi circular stone wall. A shallow flight of steps lead up to a patio area at the end of the annex which has a pergola over. The lawn is flanked by deep beds and borders and an Indian Stone pathway splits and re-joins around beds and borders which feature a wide variety of plants and shrubs. Within the rear garden there is an Oak Tree, Wing Nut Tree and further specimen trees and shrubs together with a stone set above a rockery. There are also stepping stones through beds and a more formal stone pathway again cuts through the garden to the pool house and there is a further island, beds and borders and a bed of snowdrops.
From two thirds of the way down the garden a view is enjoyed over open adjacent pasture across a copse and to Moccas Wood in the distance.
THE POOL HOUSE
Of Cedar wood construction with a pair of doors to the front, a window and a 'training pool' which is approximately 12'8 x 7'10 with counter current unit, de-humidifier, ladder type radiator, further radiator and a gas fired boiler which provides heating. Attached to the pool house is a lean-to shed with power points. To the rear of the pool house is a further garden shed.
Within the rear garden is also a wildlife pond enclosed behind a picket type fence which is approximately 31' x 44'. Towards the far end of the site there is a level lawn/paddock/ garden area, a wild garden area, a polytunnel (15' x 10'). An area of raised vegetable beds and a greenhouse (12'5 x 8'5). Finally there is a summer house (17'5 x 14'3) with two decked areas at the front and an internal space which is approximately 12'4 x 10'1 which has ceiling lights, electric, a store cupboard and seats. From the Summer House which has a glazed door to the front and adjacent door a fine view can be enjoyed.
SERVICES
It is understood that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. It is understood that drainage is to a private system.
Confirmation in respect of mains service supplies should be obtained by the prospective purchaser. None of the electrical goods or other fittings has been tested and they are sold without warranty or undertaking that they are installed to current standards.
COUNCIL TAX BAND E - THE COTTAGE
COUNCIL TAX BAND A - THE ANNEX
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through the agents, telephone Hereford[use Contact Agent Button].
DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From central Hereford proceed south west on the A465 Abergavenny and after about quarter of a mile of leaving the city turn right onto the B4349 signposted to Clehonger. Continue into Clehonger and at the fork continue onto the B4352 passing through Madley and Tyberton to Blakemere. The property will then be identified on the left hand side by the agents for sale board.
14th February 2023
ID35822
Disclaimer
Watkins Thomas Ltd. Registered in Cardiff, No: 8037310. These particulars are used on the strict understanding that all negotiations are conducted through WATKINS THOMAS LTD. MISREPRESENTATION ACT - 1967 WATKINS THOMAS LTD, for itself and for the Vendors of this property whose agent it is give notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute, nor constitute any part of an offer or contract. 2. All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of WATKINS THOMAS LTD or the Vendor. 3. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. 4. Any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars. 5. The Vendor does not make or give, and neither WATKINS THOMAS LTD nor any person in its employment has authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
