Underhill Cottage, Catley, Ledbury, Herefordshire

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Underhill Cottage, Catley, Ledbury, Herefordshire Garden Charming cottage in elevated rural position with stunning views LOCATION Ledbury 5 miles, Malvern 9½ miles, Worcester 16 miles, Hereford 14½ miles, Cheltenham 30½ miles, Road: M50 (Jct 2) 11 miles, M5 (Jct 7) 18 miles Railway: Ledbury Airport: Birmingham

SUMMARY OF FEATURES: • Detached 3 bedroom cottage sympathetically extended to provide spacious family accommodation • Country style kitchen/breakfast room, utility, 2 reception rooms, study & shower room • 2 double bedrooms (one en-suite), 1 single bedroom and family bathroom • Framed by beautiful gardens enjoying elevated views towards Malvern Hills Garden c. ½ acre

SITUATION Underhill Cottage occupies an enviable secluded setting within the rural hamlet of Catley, just 5 miles north west of the market town of Ledbury. Set in the centre of its plot, the property offers the rare quality of peace and tranquillity whilst enjoying extraordinary elevated panoramic views towards the Malvern Hills. The surrounding countryside is characterised by traditional farms and wooded hills and is renowned for its scenic and unspoilt rural appeal. This area offers a sought after rural quality of life combined with good road and rail links to the rest of the country.

UNDERHILL COTTAGE • Beautifully presented cottage recently extended by the present owners to create spacious family accommodation; whilst retaining many original features throughout including brace and latch doors and exposed timbers and beams. • The country style kitchen/breakfast room forms the hub of this home and features shaker units, integrated appliances and range cooker with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. • A cosy and welcoming living area centres around an attractive inglenook set multi fuel woodburning stove whilst benefiting from spectacular bi-folding doors which lead out into the gardens. • The well-proportioned, dual aspect master bedroom which is located within the extension features an en-suite shower room and enjoys glorious panoramic views. THE OUTSIDE • The beautiful gardens which envelope the property are mostly laid to lawn with mature trees and year round perennial Underhill Cottage, Catley, Ledbury W Approximate Gross Internal Area planted borders. S 1427 Sq Ft/133 Sq M N • The gardens have been well maintained by the present owners E and incorporates several productive trees consisting of plum, F/P damson, apple, pear and cherry alongside a substantial fruit and vegetable plot. • There are a number of useful outbuildings within the grounds Dining Room Study Bedroom 2 3.52 x 3.47 3.56 x 1.71 3.71 x 3.68 including a sizeable workshop, log store and disused kennel 11'7" x 11'5" 11'8" x 5'7" 12'2" x 12'1" currently used for additional external storage. • Private drive with gravelled off road parking area for several vehicles and large single garage.

Services: Mains electricity & water. Private well as external water Sitting Room Sky 5.22 x 3.56 supply. Private septic tank and drainage. Oil fired central heating. 17'2" x 11'8" Multi fuel wood burning stove. Broadband available. Local Authority: Herefordshire County Council: 01432 260000 Council Tax: Band “E” F/P

GENERAL INFORMATION Kitchen Master Bedroom 3.94 x 3.79 3.89 x 3.40 Primary: Bosbury, Ashperton and Ledbury 12'11" x 12'5" 12'9" x 11'2" (Maximum) Bedroom 3 Secondary: Ledbury. Further information is available at 2.63 x 2.20 Sky www.herefordshire.gov.uk 8'8" x 7'3" Independent: Colwall, Malvern, Worcester and Hereford all have some outstanding independent schools. Further Utility Ground Floor IN 2.32 x 2.13 First Floor information is available at www.isc.co.uk 7'7" x 7'0"

FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE Local: The village of Bosbury is less than 1 mile away The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height and offers a church, village inn, primary school and © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8220398/OHI cricket club. The nearby market town of Ledbury provides a comprehensive range of domestic, retail and leisure facilities as well as a cottage hospital, two doctors’ surgeries and railway station. More extensive retail, cultural and leisure opportunities are available in Worcester, Hereford and Cheltenham. Recreational: The spectacular Malvern Hills are nearby and provide a wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities. The Three Counties Showground near Malvern plays host to a wide variety of events throughout the year from national garden shows, concerts and antique fairs to agricultural and equestrian events. Culturally, Ledbury is host to the renowned annual Poetry Festival and takes part in H’Art (Herefordshire Art Week). DIRECTIONS - HR8 1QW From Ledbury: Take the B4214 Bromyard Road passing underneath the railway viaduct. Continue along this road, passing through Staplow village. Upon a sharp right hand bend, take a left turn signposted to Bishops Frome and Bromyard. Proceed along this road and after approximately ¾ mile take a right hand turn signposted to Catley. After approximately ¼ mile, take a left hand turn onto a single track lane. The property is the second property on your left hand side. See the “For Sale” board.

VIEWINGS By prior appointment via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341 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 fixtures & fittings are excluded.

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