5 bedroom detached house

A bespoke 4/5 bedroom newly refurbished barn conversion boasting a wealth of character and beautiful gardens with superb rural views.

The Property
The Old Cart House is a beautiful barn conversion boasting superb proportions and a wealth of character features including an abundance of beams throughout. Formerly the farm's cart house with granary above, large parts of its rich agricultural heritage have been meticulously retained, mixing modern living within its evident historical past. Set well back from an attractive stone courtyard of this recently converted historic Model farm, The Old Cart House benefits from its own private access driveway to the south that sweeps through an acre of gardens, ancient fruit trees and far-reaching rural views.

When you enter the property, there's a spacious hallway with an oak staircase leading up to a galleried landing. The exposed brickwork, beams and original carpenter marks add to the charm and character of the home. The kitchen/ breakfast room is fitted with a range of units, centre of which is the family's hub - a large quartz island. Appliances including a built-in eye-level AEG, double oven cooker and grill, dishwasher, fridge and an electric hob and stylish pop-up downdraft extractor fan on the island. There is ample space for dining in the kitchen and French doors open to access the terrace and gardens, ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and entertaining. Adjacent is a superb utility room that also has units, a wash basin and space for a washing machine, dryer and an American-style fridge freezer. The boot room offers access to the front courtyard garden and built-in hanging unit. There is a cloakroom with a WC and basin. The dining room/snug room offers a perfect room for entertaining. Finally, on the ground floor, there is a superb sitting room with an exposed stone fireplace and the option to install a log burner. The ground floor benefits from zoned underfloor heating throughout. There is a cupboard under the stairs for storage.

The first floor benefits from full height vaulted ceilings featuring all the original oak beams, restored internal steel windows to borrow light and exposed stone and brick reveals throughout. This is best illustrated by the expansive landing with its fully glazed former grain hoisting bay at the top of the staircase. The principal bedroom offers great proportions, a built-in storage cupboard and has a door to access the outside balcony and the old stone granary steps. There is also an en-suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room. There is a study just off the landing. A family bathroom services the first floor.

Outside
The gardens and grounds at The Old Cart House are particularly pretty and private. They are mainly south-facing with far-reaching countryside views. They are mainly laid to lawn with some well stocked herbaceous borders throughout. There is a terrace area, ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and entertaining. To the side is a wonderful gravelled courtyard. The property benefits from a timbered outbuilding, which, subject to the necessary contents, could lend itself to further conversion. There are two very useful storerooms and a pump room. The property is approached off a long driveway that leads to ample parking area.

Situation
The property is situated within a short distance of the sought-after village of Leintwardine. The historic village has a thriving community and benefits from day-to-day amenities including a superb village shop, a family butcher, a prize-winning fish and chip shop, a doctors’ surgery, two public houses and a primary school.

Just further afield, is the vibrant market town of Ludlow which offers a wider range of facilities and a train station. The surrounding area offers superb walking and cycling with local hill trails, including the Offa’s Dyke Path.

Schooling is good in the area with a primary school in the village and secondary schooling in the nearby market towns. For the private sector, Bedstone College, Lucton School and Hereford Cathedral are all within good reach.

Directions: From Leintwardine head north west towards the B4385. Take the first left and in 0.4 miles turn right onto the track. Continue down the track until you see the property signposted turn right into the drive.

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Local Authority: Hereford Council.

Services: Private water supply via a borehole. Mains electricity. Oil central heating. Private drainage, treatment plant.

Council Tax: G

Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefits of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these sales particulars or not.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment via Mark Wiggin Estate Agents.