Willey Presteigne LD8 2LY

OLD HALL FARM, NORTH WEST HEREFORDSHIRE
A SUBSTANTIAL 215.91-ACRE COUNTRY PROPERTY WITH GRADE II LISTED FARMHOUSE, FARM BUILDINGS & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL

Old Hall Farm presents a rare opportunity to acquire an attractive and highly private rural holding extending to approximately 215.91 acres, comprising a recently renovated four-bedroom Grade II Listed farmhouse, a substantial range of agricultural buildings, productive grassland, woodland and a traditional farmstead with potential for alternative uses, subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents.

Occupying a scenic position in North West Herefordshire close to the Welsh Border, the property enjoys far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside and is situated approximately 3 miles from the historic market town of Presteigne.

The farm is approached via a private drive and the central farmstead is surrounded by approximately 215.91 acres of predominantly permanent pasture, together with woodland, mature hedgerows, watercourses and areas of natural regeneration.

OLD HALL FARMHOUSE

At the heart of the holding is the attractive Grade II Listed Old Hall Farmhouse, a 17th-century brick and timber-framed country house which has recently been renovated to a high standard.

The detached farmhouse provides approximately four bedrooms and retains a wealth of character features, including exposed timber beams, an open fireplace and traditional flagstone flooring. The property enjoys an idyllic rural setting with unspoilt, far-reaching views over the Herefordshire countryside.

The accommodation briefly comprises:

Ground Floor

Kitchen
A characterful farmhouse kitchen with exposed timber beams, laminate flooring, a range of fitted units, electric range cooker set within an alcove, dishwasher, space for a large fridge/freezer and inset lighting. Open access leads through to the breakfast room.

Breakfast Room
A bright room with windows to three elevations and laminate flooring.

Dining Room
With windows to the front and side elevations, together with glazed double doors providing far-reaching countryside views.

Sitting Room
With side-facing window, open fireplace and stone hearth.

Boot Room
With traditional flagstone flooring, sink, worktop and storage beneath, with space for washing machine and other appliances. The boot room provides access to the guest WC and useful understairs storage.

Cellar
Accessed from the dining room and incorporating a strip window to the front elevation.

First Floor

Bedroom One
A double bedroom with exposed timber beams to the eaves, front-facing windows and en-suite bathroom.

Undereaves Storage Room

Bedroom Two
A double bedroom with side-facing window, exposed timber beams and en-suite bathroom, together with a large storage cupboard.

Bedroom Three
With side-facing window and en-suite shower room.

Bedroom Four
With side-facing window and en-suite shower room.

Attic
Stairs rise from the first-floor landing to a useful attic space with windows to both front and rear elevations, providing valuable additional storage.

OUTSIDE

The farmhouse is approached via a path descending from the upper level to the dwelling.

The gardens and immediate surroundings occupy a particularly attractive and secluded position, with extensive views across the surrounding Herefordshire countryside. The grounds offer considerable scope for further landscaping and enhancement.

The farmhouse is served by mains electricity, private water from a borehole, private drainage via septic tank and oil-fired central heating.

THE FARMSTEAD & BUILDINGS

The farmyard occupies a central position within the holding and is approached by a private drive from the council-maintained road.

The property includes a useful range of traditional and modern agricultural buildings, providing accommodation for livestock, machinery, fodder storage and general agricultural purposes.

The buildings include:

45ft x 20ft stone and timber-framed former cart building, beneath a corrugated iron roof, with part stone and concrete block elevations.

12ft x 8ft concrete lean-to, adjoining the former cart building.

60ft x 37ft open-fronted steel-framed Dutch barn, with corrugated iron side and rear elevations.

60ft x 20.8ft open-sided four-bay steel-framed barn, with profile roof.

105ft x 27.5ft open-sided seven-bay steel-framed barn, with profile roof.

45ft x 20.8ft open-sided three-bay steel-framed barn, with profile roof.

30ft x 18ft open-fronted outlying Dutch barn, with corrugated iron side and rear elevations.

The traditional buildings may offer potential for conversion or alternative uses, subject to planning and, where applicable, listed building consent.

THE LAND

The farm extends to approximately 215.91 acres in total, predominantly comprising permanent grassland together with areas of woodland and other natural features.

The land surrounds the central farmstead and provides a varied combination of rolling pasture and woodland, with some steeper grazing areas. Fields are conveniently divided and are considered suitable for livestock grazing and general agricultural purposes.

The land benefits from roadside access onto the council-maintained road, together with good internal access from the private drive and farmstead.

Lime Brook runs through the property, providing an attractive natural water feature. The land is enclosed by a combination of mature mixed-species hedgerows and post-and-netting fencing, with additional internal hedgerows and fencing.

The land is classified by DEFRA as Grade 3 and Grade 4 agricultural land and lies at approximately 190m to 280m above sea level.

The combination of pasture, woodland, mature trees, hedgerows and watercourses creates a varied rural landscape with significant biodiversity interest and potential for future environmental enhancement.

DEVELOPMENT & ALTERNATIVE USE POTENTIAL

Old Hall Farm offers prospective purchasers the opportunity to acquire a substantial and private farmstead with a range of traditional buildings which may have potential for conversion or redevelopment, subject to planning.

The combination of the farmhouse, traditional buildings, substantial acreage and secluded setting may lend itself to a variety of future uses, potentially including residential, tourism or other rural enterprise uses, subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents.

Purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with Herefordshire Council regarding the potential for any proposed development or change of use.

SPORTING & ENVIRONMENTAL INTEREST

Sporting rights are understood to be in hand.

The vendor has excavated a duck flight pond.

The land is currently entered into the Sustainable Farming Incentive (2026) and Mid Tier Stewardship schemes. Further information is available from the vendor.

LOCATION

Old Hall Farm occupies a private and scenic rural position in North West Herefordshire, close to the Welsh Border.

The historic market town of Presteigne is approximately 3 miles away, providing a range of everyday amenities including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, greengrocers and family butchers.

Further facilities can be found in the surrounding market towns:

Knighton – approximately 5 miles

Kington – approximately 10 miles

Ludlow – approximately 15 miles

Hereford – approximately 26 miles

The surrounding countryside is characterised by attractive rolling landscapes and forms part of the distinctive Welsh Marches, providing an appealing setting for country living, farming and a wide range of outdoor pursuits.

TENURE

We are informed that the property is freehold.

SERVICES

Mains electricity

Private borehole water supply

Private drainage tank

Oil-fired central heating

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Herefordshire Council

Council Tax Band: D

RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS & WAYLEAVES

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi-easements, wayleaves and rights of way, whether declared or otherwise.

We understand that a footpath and bridlepath cross the property, providing access for walking, riding and cycling.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Entitlements are available by separate negotiation.

The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and therefore cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for purpose. Prospective purchasers are advised to obtain appropriate verification from their solicitor or surveyor.

A RARE RURAL OPPORTUNITY

Old Hall Farm offers an exceptional combination of a characterful Grade II Listed farmhouse, substantial acreage, a private central farmstead, extensive agricultural buildings and potential for future alternative uses, all set within the beautiful Herefordshire countryside close to the Welsh Border.

Viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the setting, scale and potential of this unique rural holding.

 

Viewing Arrangements, Negotiations & Any Further Information

Through DAVID PARRY & COMPANY

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