Believed to originally date back to the 18th century, Wisteria Cottage is a quintessential Grade II listed detached country cottage situated amidst the glorious Herefordshire countryside. The property boasts a striking half timbered and painted facade with a trailing wisteria providing a beautiful splash of colour. Steeped in history, it offers charming accommodation which has been thoughtfully renovated by the current owners in recent years to include rewiring, replumbing and some replacement hardwood double glazed windows to provide an ease of everyday living. The property still retains a wealth of period features including exposed ceiling and wall beams throughout, original solid doors, part exposed floorboards and feature fireplaces in the two principle reception rooms.
The accommodation is arranged on the ground floor with an entrance hall, cloakroom, farmhouse style breakfast kitchen with solid wood units and feature aga, snug, useful utility room, dining room with exposed stone inglenook fireplace and inset wood burning stove, dual aspect sitting room with open fireplace and office/occasional third bedroom. On the first floor a galleried landing leads to an impressive master bedroom with en suite bathroom, further double bedroom and contemporary shower room.
Wisteria Cottage occupies an idyllic setting with a south west facing aspect affording sweeping views across the surrounding Herefordshire countryside toward Durlow and the Black Mountains. Outside, the garden is principally laid to lawn with seating areas positioned to follow the sun as it moves around the house. An adjoining woodland provides a haven for local wildlife and is awash with spring bulbs and bluebells. The grounds in total extend to approximately a third of an acre. For those who enjoy exploring the outdoors, the house is located within easy reach of the renowned Malvern Hills and the Wye Valley.
The rooms with approximate dimensions are as follows;
Location
Wisteria Cottage is located on the outskirts of the popular village of Ashperton, situated approximately 5 miles from the town of Ledbury. The village of Ashperton has a primary school, church and village hall. It is further served by the favoured market town of Ledbury, which provides an excellent range of local facilities and amenities including shops, supermarkets, schools, churches, hotel, restaurants, theatre, community hospital and a mainline railway station. The cathedral cities of Hereford (12 miles), Worcester (19 miles) and Gloucester (20 miles) are also within easy reach and provide further excellent amenities. The M50 is easily accessible approximately 4 miles to the south of Ledbury.
Services
We have been advised that mains electricity and water are connected. Heating is oil fired. Drainage is to a shared drainage system. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to infer that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.
Directions
From the Agent's Ledbury office proceed out of Ledbury on the A438 Hereford Road. On reaching the Trumpet Crossroads continue straight over and after approximately one and a half miles turn right signposted to Ashperton (3 miles). Continue along this road for half a mile round a sharp left hand bend and turn right signposted to Ashperton (1 mile). Continue along this road, passing a postbox on the right, and after a short distance Wisteria Cottage can be found on the right hand side.
Council Tax
council tax band "F"
This information may have been obtained by telephone call only and applicants are advised to consider obtaining written confirmation.
Energy Perfomance Certificate
The property is currently exempt from requiring an EPC.
Viewing
By appointment to be made through the Agent's Ledbury Office (Tel:
General
Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request.
John Goodwin frics has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchases/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formerly verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract.
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