Oaklands Court, Docklow

A Stunning Detached 3 Double Bedroom Stone and Red Brick Cottage, tastefully and extensively renovated throughout to create a beautiful single storey home, all set within the tranquil grounds of Docklow Manor, surrounded by natural beauty in rural Herefordshire.

Entrance Hall with Study Area – Sitting Room – Kitchen/Breakfast Room – Bedroom 1 with Ensuite – 2 Further Double Bedrooms – Family Bathroom – Linen Closet – Storage – Landscaped Wrap-Around Gardens – Detached Garden Office with Raised Decking – Timber Pergola with Cladding & Roof – Toolshed – Gravel Driveway

Since 2021, the current vendors have spared no expense completing an impressive and to be prized thorough renovation of the property, with a long list of both practical and decorative upgrades and refurbishments. Works include new loft & floor insulation (floors have also been raised), new fascia boards & guttering, repointing to brick & stonework, recently fitted new Howdens kitchen, Hive digital thermostat, solid oak doors with chrome fixings, log burner style remote control gas fire, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, fully tanked & insulated detached garden office, and even an additional strip of land has been purchased to extend the garden and driveway.

Docklow Village offers picturesque rural views, scenic public footpaths, and convenient access to The Kings Head, a charming family-run free house serving delicious food and drinks. Nearby, Docklow Pools spans over 110 acres with 13 lakes, hosting the popular Fisherman’s Arms restaurant, complete with a coffee shop and Sunday carvery. Just 3 miles away, Stoke Prior is a tranquil village close to the historic market town of Leominster, providing a range of amenities including supermarkets, antique shops, cafés, and pubs. Leominster also features a primary school and sixth form college, with excellent bus services and train links to Hereford City, Manchester Piccadilly, and Cardiff. Only 11 miles from Ludlow, renowned for its Michelin-starred restaurants, Leominster is ideally situated for exploring the medieval charm of Ludlow. This 11th-century town, with its imposing castle, hosts an annual food festival spread over three days.

The Property

Entrance Hall: Stepping into the property, the quality of finish throughout is immediately noticeable, with painted exposed timber beams, full height wall panelling, warm wood laminate flooring, column radiators and bespoke linen cupboard all enhancing the visual and practical aspects. There is space beneath a window overlooking the gardens for a study desk, with built-in bookshelves adding extra storage.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room: A stunning contemporary Howdens kitchen has been installed at the heart of the home, with a central countertop breakfast bar ensuring both social and culinary use. A range of shaker cupboard units are topped by solid wood worktops, all well-it by LED spotlights and pendant lighting. Appliances include Belling gas & electric range cooker, extractor fan, granite sink & a half with drainer, Whirlpool dishwasher, LG American style fridge freezer, Haier washing machine and Bosch tumble dryer. The room is completed by decorative wall panelling, wood-effect laminate flooring, splashback subway tiles, tall column radiator and double glazed stable door, providing access to the garden.

Sitting Room: A cosy yet spacious reception room, with the main feature being a remote control log burner style calor gas fire, with oak mantle above. The sitting room enjoys wood laminate flooring, ceiling timber beams, wall panelling, rear triple window and glazed French doors opening out to the garden.

Bedroom 1 with Ensuite: Fitted in plush carpets underfoot, the principal bedroom is a well-proportioned double, with full height sliding doors concealing large built-in wardrobes, alcove for a dresser and wall mounted bedside switch lighting and column radiator, finished by wall panelling and ceiling beams. The ensuite includes cream splashback subway wall tiles, cubicle with power shower, WC with thermostatic douche, hand wash basin, built-in cupboard units, LED mirror and underfloor heating.

Bedroom 2: Another good-size carpeted double, also with built-in sliding door wardrobes, column radiator, ceiling beams, wall panelling and wide window letting in plenty of light.

Bedroom 3: The final bedroom features floor to ceiling wall panelling, fitted carpets and column radiator.

Family Bathroom: A beautifully stylish suite fitted in classic white appliances, including freestanding bath with showerhead attachment, power shower cubicle with glazed door, WC with thermostatic douche, hand basin with built-in storage beneath, LED mirror, half-height subway splashback tiles and underfloor heating. The WC, basin and mirror in both the bathroom and ensuite are from Bath based renowned sanitary retailer; Roper Rhodes.

Outside

The beautifully landscaped wrap-around gardens feature timeless stone walls, block-paved pathways, and a pergola, creating an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. Enjoy the tranquil outlook onto a private woodland area, perfect for relaxing in serene surroundings.

An additional highlight is the charming home studio, fully equipped with electricity and a damp proof course. A detached garden office with cladded exterior harmoniously blends with the original property, set within a stone wall forming the original pig pen, dating back approx. 100 years. The garden office includes power, lighting, and is fully insulated and tanked. For added practicality, the exterior is fitted with two double electric sockets, two garden taps, and sensor lighting. There is ample parking, including a dedicated guest area, ensuring convenience for both residents and visitors. An additional strip of land on a separate title deed has been purchased by the vendors to extend both the lawn and parking area.

Practicalities

Herefordshire Council Tax Band ‘D’
Gas Central Heating
Double Glazed Throughout
Mains Gas, Electricity & Water
Private Drainage (septic tank)
Fibre Broadband Available
Maintenance Service Charge – £215 per annum

Directions

From Leominster, exit the town heading east on the A44 towards Worcester and continue for 4 miles. Upon entering the village of Docklow, continue past The Kings Head pub and then turn right after 200 yards, following signs for Docklow Manor holiday cottages. Take the first left in the lane, where the property can be found directly ahead.

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