Stunning Detached House – Equestrian/Smallholding Potential – Paddocks, Stables & Yard

Situated in the Tranquil Hamlet of Norton Wood, this Stunning 4/5 Bedroom Extended Detached Contemporary Home is nestled amidst approximately 3 acres of paddocks, with potential to purchase additional land via a separate agreement if required. The estate includes a detached annex and several outbuildings, presenting a unique opportunity for a versatile lifestyle or business use, including 5 stables, double garage and field shelter.

Main House: Porch – Entrance Hall – Expansive Open Plan Living Space – Kitchen/Breakfast Room – Utility Room – Study/Snug/Bedroom 5 – Downstairs WC – Gallery Landing – Main Bedroom Suite, including Dressing Room & Ensuite Shower Room – 2 Further First Floor Double Bedrooms – Single Bedroom/Study – Family Bathroom

Outbuildings: Building Complex with Double Garage, Barn & 2 Stables – Stable Block with 3 Individual Stables – Detached Annex – Field Shelter – Machine Store

Gardens & Grounds: Approx 3 Acres of Grounds – Several Paddocks – Fruit Orchard – Lawned Gardens with Patio, Pergola & Play Area – Allotment with Greenhouse, Vegetable Beds & Propagator – Private Gated Driveway & Ample Parking

This exceptional equestrian property offers a harmonious blend of rural charm and modern conveniences, perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle with ample space for hobbies, business ventures, or family life. The property is accessed via a private driveway, secured by an electrically operated gate, leading to a turning area with ample parking.

The quaint and picturesque village of Norton Canon is situated in the heart of Herefordshire. This delightful community boasts beautiful countryside views, traditional architecture, and a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. With its rich history, local pub, and proximity to the market towns of Hereford and Leominster, Norton Canon offers a harmonious blend of seclusion and convenience. Ideal for families and nature enthusiasts, this village provides an idyllic setting to enjoy the best of country living.

The Property

Entrance Hall: Beyond an imposing glazed open storm porch lies the entrance hall, featuring oak flooring and a bespoke oak staircase with glazed balustrade. To the right is a downstairs cloakroom with WC and vanity unit sink.

Open Plan Living Space: An impressive heart of the home, this reception area is divided into two distinct spaces by a central fireplace, housing a double-sided wood-burning stove. This expansive room features a vaulted ceiling with skylights & ceiling fan, bi-folding doors to the outdoor entertaining space, and integrated speakers. The space is completed by new timber shutters and engineered oak flooring, with large windows providing uninterrupted field views.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room: The kitchen is fitted in high gloss wall & floor cupboard units with granite countertops. Integrated appliances include a Neff double oven, Siemens induction hob with extractor, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher and stainless-steel sink with cutout drainer. A cosy breakfast table area with corner bench seat is under the window.

Utility Room: Adjacent from the kitchen is the utility room, with additional storage, sink, and space/plumbing for a washing machine & tumble dryer.

Study/Downstairs Bedroom: Currently utilised as one of two office spaces, this versatile room can serve as a playroom, snug, dining room, or additional bedroom. Includes ceiling speakers, oak flooring and a wide window looking out across countryside.

Main Bedroom Suite: The executive suite spans the depth of the house, featuring dual-aspect windows, dressing room with fitted wardrobes and a fully tiled ensuite bathroom, including ‘his & hers’ hand wash basins, oversized walk-in thermostatic shower with rainhead, low flush WC and an array of built-in cupboard storage. The bed chamber itself is carpeted, and includes full height wall panelling with Jim Lawrence wall mounted bedside lighting.

Bedrooms 2 & 3: Two further spacious double bedrooms, with fitted carpets and sweeping rear aspect views across open fields.

Bedroom 4/Study: The final bedroom upstairs is a carpeted single, currently utilised as a home office/study.

Family Bathroom: Fitted in floor-to-ceiling tiles, the main bathroom offers a large bath with freestanding chrome tap, vanity unit basin, low flush WC and chrome towel radiator.

Outside

A motorised gate from the lane opens to a sweeping driveway leading up to the house, with a selection of secure gated paddocks either side immediately speaking to the equestrian capabilities of the property. Extending to approx. 3 acres, the site includes a family garden with Indian sandstone patio, play area with pergola & generous lawn, fruit orchard, allotment with greenhouse & veg beds, multiple paddocks and a fenced concrete yard. For those seeking a property for equestrian pursuits, there is a potential possibility to purchase additional land behind the property, subject to a separate agreement.

Outbuildings include a 1-bedroom detached annex suitable for guests or multi-generational living, double garage with twin double doors, 5 stables, barn/feed-store, machine store, and a field shelter.

Practicalities

Herefordshire Council Tax Band ‘E’
Electric Underfloor Heating
Double Glazed Throughout
Mains Water & Electricity
PV Solar Panels
Private Drainage (treatment plant)
Superfast Fibre Available

Directions

From Hereford, head west on the A438 and continue for 7 miles. Just before the Portway Inn Pub, turn right following signs for Norton Canon. Continue for 2 miles, then turn left at the junction. Proceed for another 1.4 miles, where the property can be found on the right-hand side.