An Exceptional Fully-Renovated and Extended Stone Farmhouse, set within approx. half an acre of landscaped grounds, with 4 bedrooms and an insulated home office/studio in the desirable area of Hatfield, surrounded by farmland and views to the Clee Hills.

Porch – Boot Room – Utility Room – Large Modern Kitchen – Dining Room and Family Room Extension – Sitting Room – Covered Area – WC – First Floor: Landing – 3 Double Bedrooms – Family Bathroom  – Master Bedroom with Ensuite and 2 Walk-in Wardrobes – Extensive Landscaped Gardens – Home Office/Gym/Studio – Numerous Patio Areas  – Gazebo – Garage Connected to the Property – Outbuildings – Raised Vegetable Bed  – Private Driveway with Electric Gates – Approximately 0.5 Acres

Velvet Stone is a stunning example of a recently fully-renovated and extended stone farmhouse set amongst farmland in rural Herefordshire. The property was completely renovated in 2019 and, with the addition of a two-storey extension, has created the ideal modern family home with character. Many original features remain throughout, from stone inglenook fireplace in the original kitchen and vaulted beamed ceilings to the staircase, landing and bedrooms. All set within about half an acre of landscaped gardens.

The Property

Porch, Boot Room and Utility Room: With a natural flagstone floor, the boot room has useful storage for coats and boots and built in cupboards. The original external stone wall has been preserved and is a timely reminder of the origins of the farmhouse while underfloor heating assures that you are instantly warm and comfortable on returning from your country walks. The Utility Room is beyond the Boot Room and joins the house to the garage. Fitted kitchen units and cupboards provide a room for laundry and as an extension of the kitchen, has a second sink and plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer.

Garage: The garage has double doors to the front and rear and provides adequate space for a vehicle and storage with space for shelving.

Kitchen/Dining/Living Room: A stunning, open-plan centrepiece with timber-framed extension and doors opening to the garden. The kitchen features modern shaker-style cabinets in light grey with contrasting deep blue central island unit. Built-in appliances including integrated microwave, wine fridge and dishwasher. There is space for a gas range cooker and a large American fridge freezer. Pendant lighting is suspended above the island, which doubles as a breakfast bar and second sink with incinerator and boiling water tap. There is an abundance of deep pan drawers, concealed storage, and a sleek design throughout. The spacious dining area sits within the new timber extension and has commanding views of the gardens, creating a perfect setting for both kitchen suppers and formal entertaining. The living area is in the opposite quadrant and currently houses a large corner sofa, perfect for family living in the heart of the home.

Hallway: A second hallway joining the open-plan kitchen/dining/living room to the rest of the home is fitted with flagstone flooring and door to the garden and studio. The hallway is light and bright and the solid oak staircase creates a double height vestibule.

Sitting Room: A large and practical sitting room with inglenook fireplace and woodburning stove, where the original kitchen range would have been. The exposed stone wall and deep-set window sills are testament to the property’s past and character.

Downstairs WC: A modern and light downstairs WC with storage and panelling.

Detached Garden Study/Home Office: Bright and spacious, this detached study/home office has dual aspect windows and doors enjoying uninterrupted garden views and includes space for both office and home gym, ideal for working from home. The studio is fully insulated and installed with a Sonos sound system and can be utilised as a guest bedroom.

First Floor Landing: Bathed in natural light from the skylights and original stone wall, with neutral carpets and solid oak staircase, this gorgeous space connects all bedrooms.

Bedroom 2: A generous double suite, with dual aspect windows, and built-in wardrobe. Natural light pours in through the skylights in the double-height beamed vaulted ceiling.

Bedroom 1: At the opposite end of the landing , the impressive principal suite features a vaulted ceiling with skylights and double aspect windows to the landscaped gardens and farmland. There are two spacious walk-in wardrobes, ensuite with large walk-in rain-head shower and feature tiling, bathed in natural light from a skylight window.

Bedroom 3: Another well-proportioned vaulted double bedroom with built-in wardrobe and views of the farmland.

Bedroom 4: This bright carpeted double has built-in wardrobe and views to the rear. Both bedrooms have additional skylight windows.

Family Bathroom: Servicing the 3 double bedrooms is a family bathroom with underfloor heating and walk-in shower with rain-head shower and a bathtub. Views are out over the gardens and beyond. The space has feature tiling and is modern and sleek.

Outside: Velvet Stone is approached via electric gates and a wide tarmac driveway offering ample parking. The double garage provides further covered storage. The south-facing rear gardens are laid mainly to lawn and interspersed with pathways and patios for entertaining, with a potting shed and vegetable raised bed and a children's play area.

Practicalities

Herefordshire Council Tax Band ‘E’

Gas Central Heating

Restored Hardwood Windows Throughout

Private Drainage

Mains Electricity, Gas and Water

Full Fibre Broadband Available (100mbs+)

Integrated ‘Sonos’ Sound System in Studio

Directions

From Leominster, exit the town heading east on the A44 towards Worcester and continue for about 5 miles. At Grendon Green, take the left turn to Hatfield. After approximately 1.4 miles the gates to Velvet Stone can be found on the right.

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