Description:

An interesting development project of a Grade 2 Listed farmhouse together with range of barns having the benefit of planning permission for conversion to two detached two storey dwellings. The farmhouse is in need of renovation but offers a wonderful opportunity to create a fine country home accessed by a tarmac private road in this sought after and convenient, rural location, just 2 miles from the City Centre.

Situation

Situated approximately 1½ miles by road west of the city outskirts in an area that is strategically well placed for the centre and some delightful countryside.

Enclosed Porch

Reception Hall

Living Room 4.8m x 6.5m max (15'9" x 21'4" max)

With bay window, brick fireplace, some timbering to the walls and a cupboard. Door to:-

Lounge 4.3m x 4.1m (14'1" x 13'5")

With brick recessed fireplace, exposed beams, cupboard. Door to the side porch and the outside. Door to -

Family Room 4.3m x 4.6m (14'1" x 15'1")

Twin aspect windows, stone fireplace, exposed beams.

Shower Room

WC, shower and sink.

Kitchen 6.4m x 4m max (21'0" x 13'1" max)

Having a range of older style units to base and eye level, Aga, enclosed second staircase to the first floor.

Utility 4.5m x 3.8m (14'9" x 12'6")

Having cold slab, door to two further rooms measuring overall 4.4m x 2.9m max

First Floor

Landing

Bathroom

Comprising older style bath with WC, sink and hot water cylinder.

Bedroom 1 4.1m x 3.3m (13'5" x 10'10")

Having fireplace, timbering to walls, deep recess for storage, fitted cupboard.

Bedroom 2 4.4m x 4.6m (14'5" x 15'1")

Having views.

Bedroom 3 4.8m x 2.7m (15'9" x 8'10")

Having views and arch through to -

Bedroom 4/Study 4.6m x 2.4m max (15'1" x 7'10" max)

Door to -

Second Landing/Study

With secondary staircase up from the Kitchen.

Bathroom 2

With bath, wash hand basin and airing cupboard.

Outside:

Is a wide area for parking and turning. The principal gardens are to one side, being level and of good size and from where there are views over open countryside. Adjoining the rear of the farmhouse is an old brick/timber Barn which incorporates the boiler room.

The northern boundary is currently pegged between points A and B, the purchasers would be responsible for erecting a stock proof fence within six months of the date of purchase.

The Barns:

An excellent range of stone and timbered buildings having detailed Planning Consent to form two spacious detached dwellings retaining a wealth of character, well-proportioned accommodation and the benefit of provision of large gardens.

Planning Permission:

Planning Permission was granted on the 20th August 2009 under application code DCCW2009/03844/F. This was a full detailed Application. Work commenced to satisfy the conditions to retain the consent confirmation of which was given on the 20th August 2010. Copies of the Planning Permission are available upon request.

Section 106 Agreement:

Under the terms of the section 106 agreement the Developer covenants to pay Herefordshire Council a combined total of £1,500 towards enhanced open space and education facilities. However these costs have been index linked since 2008. Once again a copy of the 106 Agreement is available on request.

The Development Scheme:

Full details of the development plans are available on the Herefordshire Council website under Application code DCCW2009/03844/F, however the scheme briefly comprises two spacious detached dwellings brief details of which as follows;

Barn 1
Gross external area approximately 464 sq.m. (5,000 sq.ft. Approx.) The proposed accommodation consists of ground floor dining hall, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, sitting room, library, 4 bedrooms all with en-suite facilities, storage area. First floor, office, gallery, fifth bedroom, adjacent garaging.

Barn 2
Approximate gross external area 280 sq.m. (3,000 sq.ft.) Accommodation consists of ground floor, reception hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, master bedroom having en-suite facilities and dressing room, second bedroom having en-suite. First floor, landing, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, gallery, detached garage.

Services:

Mains water connections have been installed to the boundary, mains electricity is available nearby. Drainage an independent sewage treatment package would need to be installed by the Developers. (See attached information).

Access:

The access road is not adopted however full rights of uninterrupted access exist and such rights will be passed to the purchasers. (See attached information).

Vendor's Solicitors:

Messrs. Lambe Corner, 36/37 Bridge Street, Hereford HR4 9DG.

Viewing:

Strictly by prior appointment with the Sole Selling Agents.

Directions:

From Hereford, turn into Barton Road (just before Hereford New Bridge), which in turn leads into Breinton Road. Turn left on sharp right hand bend and proceed for 1.6 miles and take the bridle track to the right (as denoted by the For Sale board) which leads to the property.

None of these statements contained in these particulars are to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. These particulars are not an offer or contract or part of one. Floor plans are provided for guidance as to the layout of the property only. Room sizes and measurements are approximate only. Please note we have not tested the equipment, appliances and services in the property and interested parties are advised to commission appropriate investigation before formulating their offer.

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