BRACKENWOOD, LEA, ROSS-ON-WYE , HR9 7LN

BRACKENWOOD, LEA, ROSS-ON-WYE, HEREFORDSHIRE HR9 7LN A UNIQUE AND MOST APPEALING DETACHED COUNTRY PROPERTY OFFERING OVER 2,000 SQ FT OF ELEGANT ACCOMMODATION AND COMMANDING SOME BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OVER ITS OWN PRIVATE, TREE-LINED VALLEY AND WOODLAND, THE WHOLE EXTENDING TO APPROX 4.6 ACRES

Reception Hall, Cloaks & W.C., 18’ Drawing Room, 12’ Library/Snug, 27’ Dining Room, Lavishly appointed Kitchen with appliances, 14’ Study, Laundry/Utility Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom & W.C., Boiler Room & Shower Room & W.C. to ground floor. First Floor comprises 20’ Master Bedroom with En-Suite Bath/Shower Room & W.C. Double Glazing. Oil Fired Central Heating. Richly planted Gardens & Woodland extending to approx. 4.6 acres. Superb 50’ Pergola, 60’ Tarmacadam Forecourt. Substantial 24’ Workshop under double pitched tiled roof. Additional Gar den Outbuildings, Greenhouse and Part Walled Vegetable LOCATION & DESCRIPTION

Brackenwood stands on the rural outskirts of the well served village of Lea, some 4 miles east interested, one that merits a thorough internal and external inspection. In detail the property of the market and tourist town of Ross-on-Wye and some 12 miles west of the Cathedral City comprises:- of . Reception Hall of overall max dimensions approx.12’6 x 10’6 and having coving to ceiling, Significantly extended and refurbished by the current owners, Brackenwood occupies an ceiling mounted downlighter spots and full width matwell and fitted carpet. Ingenious elevated location, the exquisite principal rooms enjoying a beautiful south westerly and north coat/cloak storage arrangement behind panelled door. Three shelved low level storage westerly aspect, which not only creates wonderfully light accommodation, but enables some cupboards. beautiful views across its own valley towards farmland and the Welsh Hills beyond. Cloaks & W.C. with white suite comprising low level w.c. and wash hand basin with The greater part of the accommodation is at ground floor level, but there is a fine 20’ master excellent storage facility to rear wall. Downlighter spots. Door to shelved storage cupboard. bedroom and en-suite bath/shower room & w.c. to first floor. Refurbishment has been to a high standard, with significant attention being paid to much of the detail. Lighting in Drawing Room approx. 18’4 x 11’10. A room of immense appeal with attractive fluted particular has been especially well thought through. pitch pine fireplace surround housing the coal effect gas fire mounte d on a terracotta tiled hearth. Fine, low level, bevelled glass fronted display cabinets to either side of fireplace. There is an outstanding 27’ dinin g room, from which the outlook is stunning, whilst adjacent Coving to ceiling. Double glazed windows and French doors open out onto superb balcony is the most generously appointed cooks kitchen, with a vast 5 ring gas hob and two adjacent (see later). Stunning views across the Lea valley towards farmland and wooded conventional ovens, one extra wide. hillsides in the distance. Fitted carpet. Low level bookshelves to one corner. Multi panelled glazed doors open through to the:- Extending to the whole of the south western and north western elevations is a stoutly constructed balcony/sun deck, and for those who appreciate gardens, there are many fine Library approx. 11’11 x 11’10, and again, a room of great appeal, with extensive b ook shrubs and young trees positioned throughout the different sections of gardens. shelving to three walls, together with low level storage cupboards beneath certain book shelving. Double glazed window enabling fine outlook across the sylvan scene adjacent. For those who have hobbies and interests, there are two substantial outbuildi ngs adjoining the Coving to ceiling. Fitted carpet. Double glazed double doors open through to the:- part walled garden, and for those who cherish wildlife and nature, the richly planted woodland valley has thousands of daffodil and bluebells bulbs as well as a wide range of native tree Dining Room approx. 27’6 x 12’. An outstanding, relatively recent addition to the property species. with extensive double glazing to the majority of three elevations, enabling a terrific outlook both over the adjacent gardens and with views to the far distance. Low level book shelving to Nearby Lea village offers excellent ameni ties including village shop, pub/restaurant, petrol three elevations, with low level storage/display units to the four th elevation. Appealing station, beautiful church, village hall, primary school and regular bus service. Nearby , the exposed ceiling timbering and hipped, apex ceiling. High level tracked ceiling spotlighting offers a wide range of outdoor activities and beauty. with numerous down lighter spots. Double glazed French double doors lead out onto the large balcony/sun terrace adjacent, with additional double glazed door out onto south western All in all, a most interesting and appea ling property, and to those who are potentially balcony.

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Kitchen approx. 12’ x 12’. Generously fitted with an extensive range of floor mounted First Floor Master Bedroom approx. 20’ x 11’2. A wonderfully light room having two cupboards an d drawers with quiet close mechanisms, positioned under extensive granite large, double glazed Velux roof lights admitting much light and an additional tilt and turn working surfaces. Incorporated within the units are a host of appliances including a superb five window/door. Access to eaves storage space and further doors to capacious built-in ring gas hob with extractor hood above. Extra wide ‘Master’ electric oven and addit ional wardrobes/further storage. Door through to:- Zanussi electric oven with mircrowave thereover. Superb ¾ height larder fridge/freezer and Bosch automatic dishwasher. 2½ bowl Franke stainless sink with In-sink-erator food waste En-Suite Bath/Shower Room & W.C. Again with white suite comprising panelled bath, low disposer beneath and chrome mixer tap over. Range of deep, compleme ntary wall mounted level w.c. and vanity unit comprising wash hand basin with cupboards beneath. Double glazed units with concealed lighting beneath illuminating the tiled walls and work surfaces. Wide Velux rooflight admitting natural light. Tracked ceiling spotlighting and make-up lighting to double glazed window overlooking garden to north east elevation. Extensive glass fronted either side of wall mirror. Dual voltage shaver point. Vertical towel rail/radiator. Excellent display cabinets and wide wooden shelving for the comprehensive range of cookery books ! stand alone corner shower with glazed sliding doors and Mira Excel chrome thermostatic Appealing floor tiling. shower. Two sets of double doors give access to further wardrobe/storage space.

Study approx. 14’4 x 12’5 with book shelving to a significant portion of two walls, and OUTSIDE additional wall mounted storage cupboards. Doors to capacious shelved storage cupboards and wide, double glazed window to north east elevation. Fitted carpet. A splayed, tarmacadam approach opens out on the north eastern side of the property into a Generous Tarmacadam Parking/Turning Forecourt of overall m ax dimensions approx. 60’ Laundry/Utility Room with plumbing for automatic washing machine and stainless steel sink x 50’. This is fringed to three sides by shrubs, young trees or hedging, species including with cupboards beneath. Shelving and further fitted, floor to ceiling storage units. Tracked Rowan, Ceanothus, Viburnum, Roses, Berberis, Philadelphus and others, whilst to the north spotlighting. eastern side of the forecourt is a Superb, Stoutly Constructed Pergola . This is of overall max dimensions approx. 50’ x 15’, and is adorned by Kiftsgate Rambling Roses and other Lobby approx. 12’2 x 6’2 with access hatch to insulated roof void. Climbers, and with its lawned base, creates a most attractive feature. Positioned towards the eastern end of the Pergola is a fine young Magnolia Grandiflora. Bedroom 1 approx 10’6 x 8’10 with double glazed window to north east elevation. Fitted carpet. A stout wooden pedestrian gate to the far end of the Pergola leads through to the Workshop/Part Walled Garden Section, the Principal Workshop being of most substantial Bedroom 2 approx 10’5 x 9’4 with floor to ceiling book shelving to one corner and do uble timber construction under a double pitched tiled roof, and of overall max dimensions approx. glazed window to north east elevation. Fitted carpet. 24’ x 15’. This has doors to two elevations and has both lighting and power, both internally and externally. It also has guttering to both sides, one downpipe supplying a water storage Bathroom & W.C . with white suite comprising panelled bath, close coupled low level w.c. butt. Well concealed nearby is the 2,500 litre oil storage tank. Close by is a further and corner wash hand basin. Ceiling mounted downlighter spots. Ceramic tiled floor. Substantial Wooden Garden Shed approx. 12’ x 10’, and this stands under a mono pitched roof and has double doors to front elevation. Positioned alongside the main workshop is the Office/Bedroom 3 approx. 14’8 x 6’5 with wide double glazed window and double glazed Lean-to Aluminium Framed Greenhouse approx 12’ x 6’, whilst beyond this is a Further door looking out across the balcony to trees and the view beyond. Extensive adjustable wall Storage Building open to one side. Extending westwards from this area is the Vegetable/Soft shelving, fitted cupboards and tracked ceiling spot lighting. Fitted carpet. Fruit Section with Four Slightly Raised Beds and a Fig Tree against the south west facing brick wall. Boiler Room with Worcester oil fired central heating boiler together with programmer and time switch. This room is also the central nerve control for the category 5A computer , Tall trellis work, adorned by Clematis and Wild Roses separate this utilitarian area of the telephone & T.V. cabling which links to all rooms. Shelving, fluorescent lighting and ample garden from the Lawn and Shrub Garden , shrubs and young trees surrounding the lawned power points. area including Philadelphus, Azaleas, Weeping Pear, Rowan, Mahonia, Berberis, Bay, Hostas and many others. Positioned to one side of this area are the substantial Raised Herb Beds Shower Room & W.C. with extra large walk-in glazed shower cubicle housing the chrome conveniently close to the kitchen. thermostatic shower. White suite comprising close coupled low level w.c. and corner wash hand basin. Dual voltage shaver points, tiled flooring and radiator/towel rail. Flanking the herb beds is a Superb Decking Balcony overall max dimensions of same being approx. 40’ x 16’. Attractive trellis work borders part of this balcony, and the area is a superb spot in which to sit out and enjoy a wonderfully secluded and sunny location with some

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beautiful views across the adjacent tree lined valley which is owned by Brackenwood. Stou t LOCATION PLAN – FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY – NOT TO SCALE wooded steps lead down from this balcony into an area of further shrubs and Woodland Below . Additional species here including Acers, Photinia, Copper Beech, Silver Birch, Hawthorne, Lombardy Poplar and many others.

Also leading from the main balcony, Further Decking extends for the whole of two sides of the dwelling, the balcony to the south western side being of principal max dimensions approx. 50’ x 8’, and once again, from here there are far reaching views. Species adjacent include Bamboo, Roses, Potentilla, Clematis and others.

Two wooden steps lead from this balcony onto a Further Lawned Garden , and species adjacent to same include Roses, Cotinus, Variegated Eleagnus, Hazel, Viburnum and Acacia . Towards the end of the lawn is a Wooden Garden Shed approx. 7’ x 7’, beyond which a grassy path is flanked by Six Fine Semi Mature Cherry Trees – A Cherry Tree Walk! A post and wire fence nearby delineates a steeply sloping area of valley woodland, the whole site extending to approx. 4.6 acres in total.

SERVICES: Mains electricity and water are connected. Private drainage.

OUTGOINGS: ‘E’ Council Tax Band

EPC RATING: ‘E’ (Full EPC Rating available)

TO VIEW: Strictly and only please by prior telephone appointment through Morris Bricknell Chartered Surveyors. Tel: 01989 768320. Out of hours, try Norman Bricknell on 01989 564689.

DIRECTIONS:

Leave the eastern outskirts of Ross at Hildersley Roundabout (Ross Fire Station) taking the A40 towards Gloucester. Pass through the village of Weston-under-Penyard , and continue through the traffic lights at Lea, proceeding up the hill for approx. 1 mile, then taking the 90º left turning at crossroads towards Aston Crews and Aston Ingham. The first tarmacadam driveway on the left leads you onto the tarmac forecourt of Brackenwood.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: To comply with money laundering regulations prospective purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at the time of making an offer. We ask for your co-operation in order that th ere is no delay in agreeing the sale.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Morris Bricknell for themselves as Agents, and for the Vendor of this property, give notice that: i) These particulars are not an offer or Contract, nor part of one ii) They are intended to give a fair description of the property, but neither Morris Bricknell or the Vendor accept responsibility for any error they may contain, however caused. Any intending purchaser must therefore satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness iii) Neither Morris Bricknell, nor any of their employees, have any authority to make or give any further representation or warranty in relation to this property iv) The Agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services, so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. v) You are advised to check the availability of any property before travelling any distance to view.

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SKETCH PLAN ONLY. ALL DIMENSIONS APPROXIMATE. DO NOT SCALE

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STROUD HOUSE • 30 GLOUCESTER ROAD • ROSS-ON-WYE • HEREFORDSHIRE • HR9 5 LE Tel: 01989 768320 Fax: 01989 768345 Email: [email protected] www.morrisbricknell.com