Property description

A fantastic opportunity for those with equestrian and smallholding interests to acquire a charming 17th century extended detached three bedroom black and white cottage. With approximately an acre of grounds including paddock, gardens, stables, animal pen, barns, garage, detached outbuilding and being situated in a delightful semi-rural location conveniently close to the Cathedral city of Hereford.

Sitting Room – Dining Room – Study – Kitchen – Pantry – Cloakroom –Rear Lobby – Three Bedrooms – Large Family Bathroom – Garage – Stables –Open Barns – Animal Pen – Detached Building – Paddock – AttractiveGardens

Oakleigh is a delightful three bedroom black and white extendedcottage with character features such as beams, exposed wall timbers andledge and brace doors; combining period living with modern amenitiesincluding double glazing, newly fitted kitchen and central heating.

The property also affords the new owner scope to adapt theaccommodation and features, subject to relevant permissions, to theirown individual needs and specifications.

This really is a superb opportunity for those with an interest inhorses and animals to pursue the ‘good life’ and still be in a veryconvenient location close to a city centre.

Oakleigh is surrounded by orchards and farmland and yet Shelwick isjust 2.5 miles from the centre of Hereford with the Cathedral andextensive City centre amenities. The Courtyard Theatre, Museums andhistoric architecture sit comfortably with Leisure facilities,Restaurants, the High Street shopping centre and the newly opened moderncomplex which includes Debenhams and Waitrose. There's a good choiceof schools in Hereford, both state and independent, and there is amodern hospital with associated health facilities.

Less than a mile away is a well-regarded public house in Munstone,while a primary school and further public house are less than 2 milesaway in Sutton St Nicholas. Beautiful riverside walks and riding by themeandering Lugg are close to the property, and the popular Marden RidingClub is just a short distance away. Mainline rail links to London andBirmingham are found in Hereford while motorway access is via the M50,20 miles.

The Property

Sitting Room – a stable door from the front pathleads into this charming, light character room with exposed beam andwall timbers. An inset fireplace, possible inglenook lies behind, housesthe large wood burning stove which helps keep the whole house warm.Stairs lead up to the first floor and there is under stairs storage.

Dining Room – another light room with exposed beamand wall timbers. With dual aspect windows, one of which has a stainedglass effect patterning.

Kitchen – with a tiled floor, exposed ceilingtimbers and partially tiled walls, this attractive newly fitted kitchenhas cream floor and wall units, 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink, slot inelectric cooker and space for a dishwasher or washing machine.

Rear Lobby – a useful space with door leading out to the side entrance and ample room for coats and boots.

Pantry – a separate, shelved pantry.

Study - this adaptable room could equally be used as a utility.

Cloakroom - with WC.

First floor landing - the stairs divide into two with one landing area having a window.

Master Bedroom – a light, double bedroom looking out to traditional orchards.

Bedroom 2 – a further double bedroom with a rural outlook.

Bedroom 3 – a small and light double bedroom.

Bathroom – an airy and particularly spacious roomwith a panel bath, separate shower unit, airing cupboard and additionalbuilt in storage cupboard.

Outside – The property is approached off a veryquiet lane by two drives, one of which, leads to the garage and theother to a parking area with lawn and shrubs to the side. The private,walled front garden is attractively paved with pockets of plants andscreened by climbing plants and established shrubs.

To the rear is a paved patio by the kitchen which is ideal foroutside dining. Through a plant festooned archway and small picket gateis the large garden with shaped lawns, borders, shrubs and mature fruittrees. A metal field gate leads onto the lane.

To the side of the garden is the level paddock, which also has a metal field gate leading onto the lane.

Outbuildings – within a further grassed area arearranged the numerous outbuildings which comprise of stables withlighting, animal pen, open barns, workshop and a detached tiled roofbuilding which is divided into two rooms with boarded storage above.This building is double glazed with power and light.

Garage – the attached garage has an up and over door, above storage with ‘hayloft’ door, power and light.

Practicalities

– Herefordshire Council Tax Band E
– Private Water
– Private Drainage
– Mains Electricity
– Oil Fired Central Heating
– Broadband is available at the property

Directions

From Hereford, travel north on the A465 (Aylestone Hill) over the roundabout, towards
Sutton St Nicholas.
After a mile, upon reaching the first crossroad, take the right turn towards Shelleck.
Travel past the farm and follow the road round and the property is the fourth house on the left.

Property Features :

• Land / Defra Registered
• Outbuildings and Barns
• Private Water Supply + Mains Water
• Located on a Quiet Cul-de-Sac Lane
• 3 Double Bedrooms