Bosbury, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8

Summary of Features

* Generously proportioned, detached period barn conversion (5,112 sq ft) * Spacious, open plan kitchen/dining/living room * 4 reception rooms, separate utility, 2 downstairs WCs * 6 bedrooms, 2 with en-suite plus family bathroom, linen cupboard * Large garden, ample gravelled parking area * Modern agricultural barn with stabling, storerooms & a mezzanine room (c 3,850 sq ft) * Detached timber barn with potential (c 1,450 sq ft) * 2½ Acres of stock-proof fenced pastureland, in two paddocks

Location

* Mileages: Bosbury (village) 2½ miles, Ledbury 6 miles, Colwall 7½ miles, Malvern 9½ miles, Hereford 13½ miles, Worcester 15 miles, Ross-on-Wye 19 miles, Cheltenham 27½ miles, Birmingham 48 miles * Road: M50 (Jct 2) 10 miles, (Jct 4 Ross-on-Wye) 17 miles, M5 (Jct 7) 18 miles * Railway: Ledbury, Colwall & Malvern * Airport: Birmingham (51½ miles), Bristol (66 miles)

Acreage

In all about 5½ Acres.

Situation

Birchend Grange is rurally located in a secluded position on the periphery of the popular village of Bosbury, within a small, bespoke development that is privately positioned within the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. This part of Herefordshire lies close to the Worcestershire border and is renowned for its scenic and unspoilt rural appeal. The area offers a sought-after rural quality of life, without being isolated, combined with excellent access to the market town of Ledbury. Malvern and the larger towns and cities of Worcester, Hereford and Birmingham are within easy reach.

Birchend Grange

* This super property was converted in 2010 and provides a very spacious, detached family home. * The front door opens into a spacious dining hall, which is complemented by attractive slate flooring, a wonderful room for special occasions. Off the dining hall is a home study, a separate WC and a large reception room, currently a children’s study/playroom. * A formal sitting room doubles as a music room and a cosy space with the woodburning stove, French doors give access to the patio and garden.

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* Beyond the reception room is the very spacious, open plan kitchen/dining/living room, the heart of this super home. The vaulted ceiling and glazed westerly aspect provide oodles of natural light to this airy room, creating a wonderful feeling of space; a fabulous combination for family life and entertaining. A woodburning stove sits betwixt the kitchen, dining area and the living space, creating well defined spaces. * Full width sliding doors open to the large patio area and lawn beyond, a brilliant living and entertaining environment in good weather.

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* The country-style fitted kitchen provides plenty of storage and is complemented by a central island, 4-oven aga with Module, an integrated electric cooker, dishwasher and fridge, with space for an American-style fridge-freezer. There is ample room for a large dining table, and the impressive modern “Welsh” dresser is included within the sale. * Off the kitchen is the rear door and entrance lobby, with utility room and a separate WC. * A solid oak staircase from the dining hall leads to the first floor where there are five double bedrooms and a single room, together with a family bathroom with separate walk-in shower.

Birchend Grange

* The principal bedroom is complemented by a vaulted ceiling, a generous en-suite with walk-in shower. An impressive full elevation window overlooks the garden with views over the surrounding rural landscape. * The second bedroom, also with a vaulted ceiling, has an en-suite bathroom plus walk in shower and a large walk in “attic” storeroom.

The Outside

* The property is approached via a private, shared driveway which leads to an ample hardstanding parking in front and to the side of the property. * The large garden is mainly lawned and planted with a range of shrubs and trees, with an attractive raised bed planted with roses and pleached lime. The gardens offer further scope for those with keen green fingers. * There is a large patio terrace to the rear of the property, adjoining the lawn and which provides a super space to enjoy the tranquil surroundings and views.

The Outside (continued)

* There are two grazing paddocks, one above and one below the house and grounds. These provide about 2½ acres of pasture. * A concrete track leads from the drive to the modern agricultural barn, a steel framed and partially enclosed building with concrete floor and hard standing outside. This barn provides several stables, hay/feed and general storage with a staircase to a first-floor storeroom. * An array of PV panels on this barn provides electricity generation for home use?? * A second timber framed barn sits to the northeast of the house. This building has no specific use at present other than general storage but provides plenty of scope for other uses.

Material Information

Services

Mains water and electricity, private drainage (treatment plant). Oil fired Aga, LPG hob. Underfloor central heating throughout via GSHP and Photovoltaic panels. Electricity and water to barn.

Renewables

Ground source heating, circuit in the lower field, supplemented by 4 KW of PV panels (approx. 4 Kw from 18 panels on the barn). Feed in tariff details TBC.

Broadband

Via Airband, circa 50 Mbps d/l.

Mobile Phone Signal

Good reception with mainstream providers.

Local Authority

Herefordshire Council: .

Council Tax

Band “G” (£4,243 for 2026/27).

Tenure

Freehold.

Construction

Red brick under a clay tile roof.

Listing

This property is not listed.

Planning Permission

No current/relevant permissions.

EPC

Rated “B” (81%).

Flood Risk

There is no known flood risk to this property.

Access

Off a public highway via a private (shared) driveway.

Public Access

There are no Rights of Way or Public Footpaths over this property.

Agricultural Access

There is a right of way across the lower paddock for the neighbour to access their adjacent field, for agricultural purposes only.

Covenants

None of which the Vendor or Agent are aware.

National Landscape

The property is not within a National Landscape (formerly AONB).

Conservation Area

The property is not within a Conservation Area.

Buyers Purchase Fee

Please note that buyers are required to pay a Purchase Fee of £300 (inc. of VAT) to Grant & Co on offer acceptance, to process a new transaction.

General Information

Schools

* Primary: Bosbury, Cradley, Colwall & Ledbury. Further information at: Secondary: Ledbury. Further information at: Independent: Colwall, Malvern, Worcester, Hereford & Cheltenham. Further details at:

Local

The popular village of Bosbury has a charming 12th century Church, primary school, cricket club and village Inn, with the village hall being a focal point for the community and offering a variety of clubs and events. There is also a good pub at Staplow. Many of the houses in the locality are timber framed and are of particular architectural note. The village also has historic links to the Knights Templar and Arts & Crafts Movement. This property is well placed for the local centres of Ledbury, Malvern and Worcester, which are easily accessible and offer comprehensive shopping & leisure facilities.

Recreational

The spectacular Malvern Hills and Wye Valley are close by and provide a wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities. The market town of Ledbury hosts a well-known annual Poetry Festival and both Ledbury and Malvern have a Theatre and an array of independent shops, boutiques and restaurants. Additional cultural and recreational activities can be found in Worcester, Cheltenham and Birmingham, which are all within easy access.

Directions - HR8 1HF

From Ledbury: take the B4214 towards Bosbury and after about 3½ miles bear left before Bosbury, remaining on the B4214 signposted to Hereford/Bromyard. Continue for about 1¾ miles and up Stanley Hill, pass the left turn to Canon Frome and continue around the right bend for ¾ of a mile. As the road straightens, take the next left turn into a private road, it has a wide splay. Proceed down the private road for ¼ mile, keeping to the right and follow the left bend at the foot of the bank. Birchend Grange is the last property on your right side, after a large timber barn. There is a parking bay on your right side.

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Agents Notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale.