Ewyas Harold, Abbeydore 'Tucked away'

Tucked away with only one other neighbour, a very individual and spacious detached barn conversion, set in approximately 1.25 acres of gardens and grounds with garaging, all-weather tennis court, and part of a former barn which may offer additional potential subject to planning.

Situation and Description
Cefn Barn lies well away from main roads and is situated at the end of a small, shared track, with just one other individual property. Its gardens and land face south-east and enjoy fine views over unspoilt countryside to the Black Mountains in the distance. There are a range of services at the nearby village of Ewyas Harold, which include a shop, doctors’ surgery, veterinary surgery, two public houses, a village hall, and much more. Nearby Dore Abbey hosts a number of events during the year and more extensive facilities are available at the Cathedral City of Hereford (13 miles), the market towns of Abergavenny (16 miles) and the ever-popular town of Hay on Wye (17 miles) with its now world-famous literary festival.

This interesting and spacious barn conversion creates a wonderful home in the heart of some of Herefordshire’s finest countryside. Tucked away from general view the property stands in large gardens and offers highly versatile living space laid out over three floors. Converted in the early 1990’s, this stone and timbered barn retains much of its original character and is available to the market for the first time since conversion. One wing of the barn faces due south and enjoys stunning views across to the Black mountains. Other features include double glazing, oil fired central heating, fitted carpets, extensive parking and an all-weather tennis court.

Approached from a small, shared track and then by its own gated driveway, stone steps lead up
to a pair of front doors which open into a welcoming reception hall with flagged floor, windows to
front and rear and open tread staircases to the upper and lower floors.

A rear hall gives access to a study which provides a quiet place to work, and a large dining room is ideal for entertaining and includes a large, fitted dresser to one wall. A door then leads through to an impressive and very spacious kitchen/breakfast room which enjoys far reaching views over countryside to the Black Mountains. Offering plenty of working and cupboard space, the fitted kitchen includes twin sinks and several appliances including a cooker and dishwasher. The ground floor is then supported by a cloakroom with WC and a large utility/boot room with direct access to the outside, a deep fill sink and cupboard space

From both the reception hall and kitchen, two separate staircases lead up to the first floor where a very impressive sitting room enjoys far reaching views over the valley to the Black Mountains. Full of character with a high vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers the sitting room offers plenty of space and has a large open fireplace at one end, double glazed windows on two sides and direct access out to the sun terrace and gardens.

The bedrooms are then arranged over two floors and offer adaptable space for a large family or guests. The master bedroom enjoys stunning open views and has fitted wardrobes to one wall, reading lights and an ensuite with both bath and shower space. There are then four further individual bedrooms including a guest suite approached via a walk-through bedroom with plenty of wardrobe space and its own shower room, all supported by a family bathroom.

Outside
From the drive, access can be gained to a large garage with double doors to the front, window to side and door to rear. The drive then sweeps around to the front of the barn where there is extensive parking and turning space for several vehicles.

The gardens lie to the east and south of Cefn Barn and extend in total to approximately 1.25 acres. They are laid mainly to lawn and adjoin farmland with lovely rural views and plenty of space for a keen gardener. Around the barn there are pathways and terraces which offer quiet spaces to sit and relax whilst making the most of the location and wonderful views. The remains of a former stone barn (16’ x 13’) lie close the main house and currently creates a partially enclosed space with pergola style roof, ideal for barbecues, or as an outdoor kitchen space the barn may offer some conversion potential subject to planning approval.

A very useful single storey detached stone and timber barn (39’ x12’3”) lies close to the barn
which offers plenty of storage space and has a concrete floor and doors to the front.

Tennis Court
Located at one end of the garden is a purpose built and well enclosed all-weather tennis court, which is a fantastic addition to this wonderful property and ideal for the sporting enthusiast.

Services and Considerations
Mains electricity, private water, private drainage.
Oil fired central heating.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band G
EPC Rating E 41/74
Mobile coverage TBC
Broadband TBC

Agents note: A footpath passes through a small section of the gardens.

It is not our company policy to test services and domestic appliances, so we cannot verify that they are in working order. These and any matters relating to Rights of Way should be checked with your Solicitor or Surveyor.

Prospective purchasers: Upon submitting an offer, we will require by law proof of ID for all buyers. A picture ID and a separate address ID together with proof of funding.

Directions ///eyelashes.interlude.headings
From Ewyas Harold take the B4347 towards Hay on Wye and continue to Abbeydore passing Dore Abbey on the right-hand side. Take the next left turning to Ewyas Harold Common, go up the hill, bear right and continue for about half a mile. Turn left onto a small, shared track signed Upper Cefn, and Cefn Barn will be found on the left-hand side after a short distance.