Newtown Cottage, Romers Common, Bockleton, Tenbury Wells 6 ½ Acres Equestrian smallholding with charming Listed cottage requiring significant renovation LOCATION Tenbury Wells 4 miles, Bromyard 7 miles, Leominster 9 miles, Newtown Cottage, Romers Common, Bockleton, Tenbury Wells Ludlow 14 miles, Ledbury 19½ miles, Worcester 20½ miles, Approximate Gross Internal Area Approximate Gross Internal Area N Main House = 994 Sq Ft/92 Sq M Main House = 994 Sq Ft/92 Sq M W Hereford 21 miles, Birmingham 57 miles Studio = 356 Sq Ft/33 Sq M Studio = 356 Sq Ft/33 Sq M E Road: M5 (Jct 5) 28 miles, M42 (Jct 1) 33 miles S Railway: Leominster, Ledbury, Worcester, Hereford Airport: Birmingham Airport (55 miles), Bristol (93 miles) Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2 Kitchen SUMMARY OF FEATURES: 2.3m x 2.2m 3.4m x 3.3m 3.5m x 3.3m 7'8" x 7'4" 11'3" x 10'8" • Detached 3 bedroom Listed black and white cottage 11'4" x 10'8" Utility • Kitchen with fitted units and terracotta tiled floor, feature fireplace 2.2m x 2.2m 7'3" x 7'3" • 2 reception rooms, utility room and family bathroom • Detached office/studio with electricity & water • TImber summerhouse with electricity & water, decked area, Dining Room 4.1m x 3.1m attractive mature gardens 13'6" x 10'3" Sky 4.1m x 3.5m • 6 acres of well-fenced pastureland, stabling for up to 7 13'7" x 11'5" horses, arena In all 6 ½ Acres Sitting Room Bedroom 1 SITUATION 4.1m x 3.4m 4.2m x 3.4m 7.1m x 3.0m Romers Common is a picturesque and tranquil rural hamlet 13'6" x 11'1" 13'7" x 11'1" 23'5" x 9'9" nestled between the borders of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire in the heart of the beautiful Teme Valley. Situated F/P close to the traditional market town of Tenbury Wells; once Bread First Floor Studio referred to by Queen Victoria as “my little town in the orchard”, Oven the property enjoys a sought after rural idyll combined with good FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE access to road and rail networks. IN The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Ground Floor Denotes restricted head height © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8211807/DMS NEWTOWN COTTAGE • A charming black and white Listed cottage requiring restoration and refurbishment; to include substantial structural renovation to the timber frame– ideal project – subject to the necessary consents. • The sitting room benefits from an inglenook fireplace inset with Clearview wood-burning stove. • Whilst perfectly serviceable, the kitchen and bathroom would benefit from upgrading as part of the property refurbishment. • The original part of the cottage dates back to c. 1700, with a later extension being added c.1991, and there is a lapsed planning permission for a 2-storey extension on the north- side of the building. • The property retains many original timbers and beams, and further features include the original bread oven and elm floorboards. THE OUTSIDE The historic town of Ludlow lies to the north and is • Attractive mature gardens surround the property and are regarded by many to be one of the most attractive complemented by mature shrubs and trees. There is also a towns in England and is host to an annual food festival pond, small duck pond and greenhouse. held in the grounds of Ludlow Castle; the town also • A timber summerhouse with decked area is an ideal space has many acclaimed restaurants. Worcester, Hereford for entertaining and enjoys views over the garden and fields and Birmingham provide a wider range of educational, beyond. There is also a detached studio/office which benefits shopping and leisure facilities. from electricity & plumbing. Recreational: The area provides a wealth of sporting • 2 traditional wooden stables, 4/5 American-style stables, 20 x and recreational facilities; there is an extensive network 40 arena with Martin Collins Clopf fibre surface. of footpaths and bridle paths through the surrounding • Dutch barn and attached covered storage/garage, further attractive countryside of the Teme Valley and Sapey barn and workshop. Common. The National Trust’s Berrington Hall, home to Capability Brown’s last landscape garden design, the The pastureland is well-fenced and is serviced by its own water • Brockhampton Estate and Croft Castle are also well worth supply and has its own gated access, as well as access from visiting. The Bromyard Downs, Malvern Hills and the Welsh the property via the garden. Marches are within easy reach. Golf is close by at • Ample gravelled parking area(s). Upper Sapey. Services: Mains electricity & water. Shared private septic tank/ Equestrian: The region is renowned for its strong drainage. Oil fired central heating. Wood burning stove. Airband. equestrian industry. Kings Equestrian Centre (8½ miles) is Local Authority: Malvern Hills District Council: 01684 862151 host to a series of year-round competitions; cross country courses are at Upper Sapey, Hill Top (Ledbury) and Kyre Council Tax: Band “D” - £1,462.44 (2014/15) Equestrian Centre. The Three Counties Showground Listing: The property is Grade II Listed and Hartpury Equestrian College are within easy driving Footpath: Please refer to the attached plan distance. Racecourses are at Ludlow and Worcester. Hunting is with the Ludlow, Clifton-on-Teme and North GENERAL INFORMATION Herefordshire Hunts. Primary: Lindridge, Tenbury Wells The renovation requirements have been specified & Secondary: Tenbury Wells. Further information is quantified by a firm of Chartered Surveyors specialising in available at: www.worcestershire.gov.uk historic/Listed properties. Independent: Lucton, Worcester & Hereford all have some excellent independent schools. Further information is available at: www.isc.co.uk Local: The market towns of Tenbury Wells and Leominster offer a good range of shops and services to satisfy most day-to-day requirements and also hold traditional weekly markets. AGENTS NOTE Grant&Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all Studio fixtures & fittings are excluded. 0m 10m 20m 30m Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2014. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:1250 DIRECTIONS - WR15 8PU From Bromyard, take the A44 Worcester Road passing through Bredenbury, and after about 4¼ miles, take a right hand turn signposted “Hampton Charles, Bockleton and Hatfield”. Continue along this road until you reach a staggered junction; turn right then immediately left signposted Bockleton. Continue for about 1 mile and then take the right turn signposted “Thornbury & Kyre” (3 miles), upon coming into Bockleton turn left signposted Romers Common, continue along this road, passing the Parish Hall on your right and continue along onto Romers Common, passing a small post box on your right and then bear right off the lane. The property is the second house on the left. VIEWINGS By prior appointment via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341 Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2014. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:175000 01531 637341 www.grantco.co LONDON THE COUNTRY HOUSE, RURAL EQUESTRIAN AGENT.