5 bed detached house for sale

Whitney-On-Wye, Hereford HR3

Lower House is a substantial former farmhouse extending to around 3,000 sq ft, set in approximately 3.6 acres in a sought-after rural location close to the River Wye. Offering five bedrooms and three reception rooms, the property provides generous family accommodation. To the rear, a traditional courtyard is enclosed by a range of barns, ideal for workshops or storage. Beautifully landscaped gardens and two paddocks complete this versatile and appealing country home.

Description

Lower House sits in a popular area just a few miles from the River Wye with good road links to the nearby towns of Hay-on-Wye, Kington and the regional city of Hereford. The property offers a substantial 3000 sq ft former farmhouse offering 5 bedrooms and 3 reception rooms. The house backs onto a courtyard which is flanked on three side by traditional barns offering great opportunities for a home workshop, storage etc. Complemented by two useful paddocks and beautifully landscaped gardens this is the perfect home for a growing family

Location

Whitney-On-Wye is a charming and picturesque village nestled in the heart of the Wye Valley. Village amenities include The Boat Inn/restaurant, Church, Village Hall and petrol station/village stores.
A wider range of services and facilities can be found in the renowned book town of Hay-On-Wye which offers a supermarket, a wide range of boutique shops, public houses, restaurants, dentists and doctors’ surgery to name a few. The village is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and is a stones throw away from The Brecon Beacons National Park offering great opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling and fishing.

The nearest motorway links are found at Ross-on-Wye for the (M50), Newport for (M4) and Worcester for (M5).

Accommodation

The welcoming entrance hall provides an attractive introduction to the home, featuring traditional quarry tiled flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor. To one side lies a charming sitting room, enjoying plenty of natural light from dual-aspect windows and centred around an oil-fired stove set within a characterful period fireplace-creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Also off the hallway is a useful study, a versatile space that retains a traditional cooking grate, adding to the home’s sense of heritage and character. To the far end of the house is a spacious kitchen and breakfast room, well equipped with a range of fitted units and featuring an oil-fired Rayburn cooker, perfectly suited to country living. From here, a door leads through to a further reception room, a comfortable and cosy space enhanced by a corner fireplace with wood-burning stove.
The first floor offers generous family accommodation, comprising five bedrooms, four of which are comfortable double rooms. These are served by two bathrooms, one fitted with a shower, WC and wash hand basin, while the second provides a bath, separate shower, WC and wash hand basin, offering flexibility for family and guest use.
Adjoining the kitchen is the former granary, now successfully incorporated into the main house. This area provides an inner hallway ideal for coats and outdoor clothing, together with a practical utility room, pantry and useful store. Above, a large storage area offers excellent additional space with potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents.

Gardens And Grounds

The property stands within approximately 3.6 acres of varied gardens and grounds, offering an appealing balance of paddocks, formal garden areas and useful yard space. The principal gardens lie predominantly to one side of the house and are mainly laid to lawn, complemented by well-established flower borders and mature shrubs that provide colour and interest throughout the seasons. A stream intersects the grounds, adding to the charm of the setting, while on the opposite side lies a delightful meadow, ideal for ponies or small livestock. The traditional courtyard is framed by a range of farm buildings, offering excellent potential for workshop space, storage or housing livestock. Beyond the outbuildings is a substantial hardstanding area, providing further flexibility for storage or vehicle use. It should be noted that an overage agreement is in place should planning consent be sought for alternative uses of the buildings.

Services

The property is connected to mains electricity, mains water, private drainage and oil-fired central heating. Please note that the services or service installations have not been tested.

Note

It should be noted that an overage agreement is in place should planning consent be sought for alternative uses of the buildings.

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