Neen Savage, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14

Ford House is a detached and unique country residence, which has been extensively and sympathetically improved over recent years, offering a wealth of character features, along with modern luxuries throughout. A sizeable dwelling presenting extended accommodation over 3 floors, including 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 4 reception rooms, Ford House could be ideal for those seeking multi-generational living, as well as equine enthusiasts with over 3 acres of gardens/grounds, out-buildings and direct access onto a bridleway. Dating back to the 1500s, Ford House is an attractive, Grade II Listed former farmhouse, which overlooks the quaint St Marys Church and enjoys panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. The property is situated on the outskirts of the pretty hamlet of Neen Savage, which is conveniently located less than 2 miles via road and less than a 30 minute walk via footpath/bridleway from the small market town of Cleobury Mortimer with its many independently owned shops and facilities. Positioned within a simply stunning, semi-rural setting, a million miles from the hustle and bustle of city life, for those wishing to regularly commute to Birmingham or London, the M5 motorway is approximately 22 miles from the property. Inside, the true heart of the home is the kitchen, which is installed with Shaker style units and granite work tops, it has been marvellously designed making great use of the space and is home to a three door Aga, essential for any farmhouse. Integrated appliances also include an eye level oven, microwave oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and wine cooler. A useful utility room sits aside the kitchen, with matching units and plumbing for a washing machine, benefitting from access to the exterior of the property. A further door from the kitchen provides access down the useful cellar. The most recent addition to the property is a most impressive oak framed, open-plan orangery style living area. With underfloor heating below the limestone flagstones, French doors onto the patio area and a circular wood-burning stove, this room is the perfect place for entertaining, providing space for both dining and lounging overlooking the rear garden. A small staircase leads to an area within the home that could be utilised as an annexe. Currently comprising of 2 bedrooms serviced by a contemporary shower room and dressing room, French doors off one the bedrooms provides separate access to the front of the property, making it an ideal space for an elderly relative or independent child if required. Subject to all necessary permissions, one the bedrooms could be altered into an open-plan kitchenette/living space making the annexe area self-contained. Off the kitchen, a short staircase leads to a versatile room, which is accompanied by an en-suite shower room, off which is another bedroom, making this a perfect suite, or as a study. To the other end of the property, is an impressive, light and airy reception hallway, which leads into a sitting room, while a further staircase rises to two double bedrooms, both of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms and enjoy views over the surrounding countryside. From the first floor landing, a stairwell leads up to the top floor and another one of the properties features; a double bedroom with its own most wonderful en-suite bathrooms with a central roll top bath. Outside, the property has much to showcase, covering a total of approximately 3.3 acres, including gardens and paddocks and offers the perfect aspect in which to dine, entertain or relax. Several paved and gravelled seating areas are nestled amongst sections of lawn, bordered by mature shrubs and specimen trees, while enjoying a scenic backdrop. A private, gated driveway leads to the large gravelled area providing off road parking for a number of vehicles and the timber framed carport. The lower paddock with a water supply, occupies a timber stable block with two stable bays and a tack/storage room. The top paddock adjacent to an ornamental wildlife pond completes the exterior space of this magnificent family home.

Tenure

We are informed the property is of freehold tenure.

Council Tax

Shropshire Council - Band F.

Services

We are informed the property is connected to mains water and electricity. Private septic tank drainage.

Heating

Oil fired central heating and wood-burning stoves.

Broadband

Enquiries indicate the property has an estimated fibre broadband speed of 40MB. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries.

Nearest Towns/Cities

Tenbury Wells - Approximately 8 miles Bewdley - Approximately 8 miles Kidderminster - Approximately 11 miles Ludlow - Approximately 12 miles Bridgnorth - Approximately 14 miles Shrewsbury - Approximately 32 miles Birmingham - Approximately 39 miles

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