Brook Farm, Little Marcle, Ledbury..

Brook Farm enjoys an accessible rural location; accessed off a quiet country lane and surrounded by beautiful countryside. The property lies within the hamlet of Little Marcle, conveniently just 3 miles from the thriving market town of Ledbury. The surrounding countryside is classed as a conservation area with this region offering a sought after rural quality of life combined with excellent access to main commuter links to the rest of the country.

Brook Farm

* Beautifully presented Georgian farmhouse with grand proportions; framed by attractive gardens and grounds.
* The property has been sympathetically renovated to provide contemporary living whilst retaining many original features, including original fireplaces, sash windows, an original bread oven and cider mill wheel.
* The spacious Aga kitchen & dining room forms the hub of this home with shaker style units, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances, tiled floors with underfloor heating and great views.
* The impressive reception/games room is a perfect space for entertaining with its vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and beams and a striking, fully preserved cider mill.
* Versatile accommodation over three floors with 6 double bedrooms, 2 with en-suite facilities and a further 2 family bathrooms each with modern fixtures.
* An adjoining, self-contained barn has been converted to a high standard to create a spacious 2-bed annexe, perfect for ancillary accommodation or rental/holiday let.

The Outside

* The property enjoys a sweeping drive and sits in mature garden, mostly laid to lawn and incorporates a large pergola covered BBQ patio area.
* There is 1 stock fenced, level pony paddock and a further fenced area currently used as vegetable garden with vehicular access to both with a period outbuilding for storage.
* The sweeping drive is lined by apple trees and leads to a gravelled parking area providing ample vehicle space.
* The adjacent farmyard has been converted to residential use (7 dwellings) and provides an immediate community for this rural development. There is easy access to amenities and main commuter links to the rest of the country.

Services

Mains electricity & water. Private, communal drainage system (Klargester treatment plant). Oil fired central heating. Underfloor heating (kitchen). Wood burning stove. Broadband available.

Local Authority

Herefordshire County Council: 01432 260000

Council Tax

Band "F"

Listing

This property is Grade II Listed

ROW

There is a right for occasional service access to the rear of 2 of the adjacent barn conversions.

Schools

Primary: Ledbury, Much Marcle and Ashperton; Secondary: Ledbury. For further information visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk ; Independent: Colwall, Malvern, Worcester & Hereford all have some outstanding independent schools. For further information visit www.isc.co.uk

Local

Little Marcle has a church and farm shop. The nearby market town of Ledbury provides a comprehensive range of domestic, retail and leisure facilities as well as a cottage hospital, two doctors' surgeries, theatre and railway station. More extensive retail and cultural opportunities are available in Hereford, Worcester and Cheltenham. Birmingham is also easily accessible by car or train from Ledbury.

Recreational

The spectacular Malvern Hills are nearby and provide a wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities. The Three Counties Showground in Malvern plays host to a wide variety of events throughout the year from national garden shows, concerts and antique fairs to agricultural and equestrian events.

JSA

Glasshouse Properties, Hereford on 01432 483404 - FAO Joe Phillips

Additional Information

Within 1 hour drive of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Swindon

Agents notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale.

Post Code

HR8 2JY

Directions

From Ledbury; Take the A449 west towards Ross-on-Wye for approximately 2 miles. At Preston Cross roundabout, take the third exit north onto the A4172 to Little Marcle. Continue for approximately 1 mile, take the first right turning at the offset cross roads onto Little Marcle Road. Brook Farm entrance is on your left hand side after 250 metres. See the For Sale board.

Viewings

Accompanied by prior appointment via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341 or Glasshouse Properties on 01432 483404