4 bed cottage for sale

Fromes Hill, Ledbury HR8

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Commanding a glorious elevated position with breathtaking, far-reaching west-facing views across the rolling Herefordshire countryside, this enchanting Grade II Listed Tudor cottage combines exceptional period charm with generous family living. Boasting four double bedrooms, a magnificent inglenook fireplace, wraparound gardens and outstanding outdoor entertaining spaces. EPC - E

Location

Fromes Hill is a rural hamlet surrounded by rolling Herefordshire countryside with very good access to the cities of Worcester and Hereford (each approximately 10 miles) and the popular towns of Ledbury (8 miles) and Malvern (5 miles), all of which provide a comprehensive range of shops, schools, restaurants and medical facilities.

There is a local shop, pub and church in Fromes Hill whilst the nearby village of Bishops Frome (2 miles) has two further pubs, a community shop and the Hop Pocket 'Shopping Village'. There are further village facilities in nearby Cradley (3.5 miles) including a doctors surgery and village shop.

The property is well placed for commuting with access to the M50 motorway available approximately 4 miles to the south of Ledbury and the M5 is easily accessible at Worcester. There are mainline railway stations at Malvern, Ledbury, Hereford and Worcester.

Description

Occupying a glorious elevated position with breathtaking panoramic west-facing views across the rolling Herefordshire countryside, Lockshill Cottage is a beautifully presented Grade II Listed Tudor residence enjoying a peaceful setting on the edge of the sought-after village of Fromes Hill. Believed to date back several centuries, the property is rich in original character, with exposed timbers, vaulted ceilings and a magnificent inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove creating a wonderful sense of warmth and heritage. The spacious and versatile accommodation extends to four double bedrooms and a selection of well-proportioned reception rooms, perfectly suited to modern family life while making the most of the spectacular rural outlook.

Outside, the property continues to impress with established wraparound gardens, a sweeping gravel driveway, detached double garage and a variety of thoughtfully positioned seating areas from which to admire the exceptional views. A superb timber summer house provides an ideal home office, studio or garden retreat, while the generous gardens offer ample space for children to play and for outdoor entertaining. Combining timeless period charm, stunning scenery and flexible family accommodation, Lockshill Cottage presents a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional country home in one of Herefordshire's most picturesque settings.

Entrance Hall

An opaque wooden entrance door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, immediately showcasing the cottage's wealth of character with exposed ceiling timbers. The hall features a tiled floor, radiator and useful understairs storage cupboard. A generous utility cupboard, positioned beneath the staircase, houses the oil-fired boiler and provides plumbing for a washing machine together with space for additional appliances. Doors lead to the cloakroom, with steps descending to the breakfast kitchen and rising to the reception rooms.

Sitting Room

Occupying part of the original cottage, the sitting room is rich in period charm, displaying an abundance of exposed beams and character features. A magnificent inglenook fireplace forms the focal point of the room, complete with an inset wood-burning stove set upon a flagstone hearth. A delightful feature wine store, formerly the original bread oven provides an attractive nod to the property's heritage. Further benefits include a side-facing window, radiator and fitted carpeting. The room opens seamlessly into the adjoining lounge.

Lounge

Originally a separate reception room, the lounge now combines with the sitting room to create an impressive and versatile living space, ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining. Enjoying dual aspect windows to the side and rear, the room also features exposed beams, radiator, television point and fitted carpeting.

Breakfast Kitchen

Beautifully appointed with a comprehensive range of Shaker-style wall and base units complemented by marble-effect laminate work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer. Integrated cooking facilities include a freestanding electric double oven with four-ring electric hob and extractor hood above. A traditional solid-fuel fired Rayburn-style cooker provides additional cooking facilities whilst also supporting the central heating system..

Dual aspect windows to the front and rear ensure excellent natural light, while laminate tiled flooring extends into a spacious dining area. Further features include exposed beams, radiator and a rear stable door providing direct access to the garden. A timber door leads through to the snug.

Snug/Dining Room

A superb additional reception room enjoying an abundance of natural light through triple aspect windows and French doors opening onto the patio, perfectly framing the far-reaching views across the Herefordshire countryside. Finished with tiled flooring, exposed beams, radiator and television point, this versatile room provides an ideal dining or family space.

Cloakroom

Fitted with a low-level WC and wash hand basin with tiled splashback. Tiled flooring and an opaque front-facing window.

First Floor Landing

A spacious landing with two Velux windows, one being an attractive picture window enjoying delightful countryside views. Features include fitted carpeting, radiator, loft access and an airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder.

Bedroom One

A generous principal bedroom enjoying a wonderful triple aspect, allowing for excellent natural light and picturesque rural views. Character features include exposed beams and a partially vaulted ceiling, complemented by an extensive range of built-in wardrobes spanning one wall. Radiator, fitted carpeting and access to the roof space.

Bedroom Two

A well-proportioned double bedroom with dual aspect windows to the side and rear, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, radiator and fitted carpeting.

Bedroom Three

Another comfortable double bedroom enjoying dual aspect windows to the front and side, together with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, radiator and fitted carpeting.

Bedroom Four

Accessed via a step down from the landing, this double bedroom features exposed beams, a rear-facing Velux roof window, radiator and fitted carpeting. A door leads to the en-suite shower room.

Enuite Shower Room

Appointed with a corner shower enclosure fitted with a Mira electric shower, floating wash hand basin and low-level WC. Finished with part tiled walls, tiled flooring, radiator and rear-facing Velux roof window.

Family Bathroom

Fitted with a panelled bath incorporating a mains-fed shower over with tiled surround, wash hand basin and low-level WC. Further benefits include a front-facing window, exposed beams, partially vaulted ceiling, laminate tiled flooring and radiator.

Outside

Lockshill Cottage is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway providing extensive parking and leading to a substantial detached double garage.

The delightful wraparound gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and are interspersed with a variety of mature fruit trees, together with the property's original well. A useful timber log store also houses the oil tank, while a children's treehouse provides an attractive family feature.

A particularly impressive timber summer house enjoys power, spotlighting and wood-effect laminate flooring, creating an excellent home office, studio or garden retreat. French doors open onto an elevated seating area where the spectacular west-facing views across the rolling Herefordshire countryside can be fully appreciated.

Positioned to the front of the property, behind the garage, a raised decked terrace further capitalises on the exceptional outlook, offering another wonderful space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation.

The property enjoys a glorious west-facing aspect with breathtaking panoramic views across the surrounding Herefordshire countryside, providing an idyllic backdrop to this charming period home.

Double Garage

A detached timber clad double garage benefiting from power and lighting.

Services

We have been advised that mains water, electricity are connected to the property.
The property benefits from an oil fired boiler. Sewage is via a private system. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to infer that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

General

Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request.

John Goodwin frics has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formerly verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract

Viewings

By appointment to be made through the Agent's Ledbury Office (Tel: Tenure

We understand that, subject to legal confirmation, the property is freehold.

Council Tax

Band F

EPC

E (44)

Directions

From the Agent's Ledbury Office turn left at the traffic lights and proceed along the High Street and Homend. Continue straight over the traffic lights by the railway station onto the B4214 Bromyard Road and continue out of Ledbury. Proceed through the village of Staplow and at the sharp right hand bend fork left continuing along the B4214 signposted to Bromyard and Bishops Frome. Continue to the end of this road and then turn right at the T junction heading up the hill towards Frome Hill. Roughly halfway up the hill on the left hand side is the drive way to the property.