Almeley, Hereford

The Hawthornes presents a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a characterful country home on the edge of the highly regarded village of Almeley, set amidst the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Offering generous accommodation, a spacious plot and a delightful rural outlook, this property provides an excellent opportunity for purchasers seeking a home they can renovate, modernise and transform to their own tastes.

While the property would benefit from a programme of updating and refurbishment, it offers considerable scope to create a charming and individual home, making the most of its existing character, versatile reception spaces and attractive garden setting. There may also be potential to extend, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions.
The level gardens, established outdoor spaces and peaceful countryside surroundings combine to make Hawthornes an appealing prospect for those looking to create their ideal rural retreat.

Location - Situated on the edge of the popular village of Almeley, The Hawthornes enjoys a lovely rural setting in the heart of Herefordshire. The village and surrounding countryside offer an attractive environment for those seeking a quieter pace of life, with the property enjoying open outlooks and a sense of space that is increasingly sought after.

Accommodation - The property is approached through a useful entrance porch, leading into a welcoming hallway with a wooden floor. Immediately to the right is the first sitting room, featuring an open fireplace and windows to two aspects overlooking the garden, creating a light and inviting reception space with plenty of potential to restore and enhance its character.
A second reception room provides further flexibility, with a wood-burning stove and an outlook over the garden. This versatile room could serve as a cosy family room, snug or additional entertaining space.
A central corridor leads to the kitchen/dining room, which is fitted with a range of kitchen units and benefits from a double oven, drainer sink and windows to three aspects, allowing natural light to enter from several directions. A traditional solid-fuel Range adds further character, while double doors open directly onto the garden, offering an appealing connection between indoor and outdoor living.
The ground floor is completed by a separate utility room with fitted units and a useful cloakroom with WC.
Stairs rise from the entrance hall to the first floor, where three double bedrooms provide generous sleeping accommodation. The family bathroom comprises a panelled bath with shower over, wash basin and WC, while a separate shower room with shower enclosure and wash basin offers additional convenience.
An open staircase leads to the second floor, where an additional open area benefits from skylights and doors to eaves storage. This space offers further flexibility and potential for improvement, subject to any necessary consents and building regulations.
Throughout, the accommodation provides a promising foundation for a thoughtful renovation, with the opportunity to create a comfortable and distinctive country home tailored to individual requirements.

Outside - The Hawthornes occupies a generous plot, approached via its own driveway leading to a parking and turning area. The gardens extend to the right and directly ahead of the property, providing a good degree of outdoor space to enjoy, landscape and develop according to personal preference.
Adjacent to the driveway is a detached garage measuring approximately 4.54m x 4.33m, with double doors to the front, a pedestrian access door and redundant power sockets.
A further outbuilding, measuring approximately 6.24m x 3.00m overall, offers useful additional storage or potential workshop space. The building is partly enclosed, with the remainder open-fronted.
The gardens feature a wildlife pond, adding interest and a natural focal point, while a former vegetable garden lies along the southern boundary. With its level layout, generous proportions and rural outlook, the plot offers an excellent opportunity for keen gardeners or purchasers wishing to create attractive outdoor entertaining and relaxation areas.

Services - The property is connected to mains water, mains electricity, private septic tank drainage and oil- fired heating. Please note that the services or service installations have not been tested.

Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Counci Tax Band - Herefordshire County Council Band “D”

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Notes - Floor Plan for illustrative purposes only, not to scale. All measurements and distances are approximate. The normal enquiries carried out by a purchaser’s Solicitor and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s Surveyor have not been carried out by the Selling Agents for the purpose of preparation of these particulars.
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