Hereford Property Times 27/01/2011

THE PROPERTY GUIDE FOR HEREFORDSHIRE, MID-WALES AND SOUTH SHROPSHIREAllsop ........................ 38 Andrew Grant ..... 12,13,14 Andrew Morris ................ 7 Arena Lettings ............ 34 Belvoir ......................... 39 Brightwells ......... 26,27,31 Christopher Lyons ........ 39 Cobb Property ..... 28,29 Connells ................... 10 Flint & Cook .............. 6 Fox Grant ..................... 40 Hayes ...................... 22,23 Jacksons International ..... .................................. 2,3,4 James Dean ..................36 John Amos .................. 8,9 Jonathan Wright .......... 18 J S Bloor .................... 35 Knight Frank ............ 20,21 Maitland Rachel ...... 32,33 McCartneys ................. 19 Nicholas Craddock ...... 24 R M Caldicott ............. 39 Richard Butler .............. 16 Parrys Property ............ 15 Savills ........................... 37 Sunderlands & Thompson ....................................... 5 Stooke Hill & Walshe ... 11 Trivett Hicks ................ 30 Watkins & Thomas .. 25,37 Williams ........................ 17 For professional advice on advertising on the property pages, call our dedicated team on 01432 845803

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Spacious five-bed homeStoneleigh, Clifford, near Hay-on-Wye Agent: Sunderlands & Thompsons Offers: 490,000 Call: 01497 822522 SITUATED in a sought after location, Stoneleigh is a spacious fivebedroomed detached house, offering well appointed accommodation over three floors. The property benefits from oilfired central heating and comprises in brief an entrance hall, a sitting room with exposed floor boards and stonework and a living room with a bay window and fireplace. The dining room has attractive flag stone flooring and a fireplace. In the kitchen are handmade fitted units with solid wooden worktops, a Belfast sink and space for appliances. There is a rear hall with a built-in storage cupboard and a door to the garden. First-floor accommodation consists of a family bathroom, a master bedroom with an en-suite shower room, which has a door leading in to another bedroom. This could be used as a dressing room. The third bedroom on this floor has, an ornate fireplace. On the second floor, the landing has under-eaves storage and doors to two bedrooms, both with exposed wooden floor boards. Outside to the front, Stoneleigh has a cottage-style forecourt with a low metal railing and central path to the front door. To the side is a spacious driveway with parking for up to six cars, that leads to an L-shaped former garage with an up-and-over door. There is a good-sized garden to the rear with a large lawn, mature borders, an attractive wildlife pond, a garden shed and a raised oak decked area backing onto open fields. This wonderful property should be viewed to appreciate what it has to offer.

Modern and well insulated house34 Elmdale, Ewyas Harold, Hereford Agent: Andrew Morris Offers: 140,000 Call: 01432 266775 THIS is an excellent modern, three-bedroomed semidetached home, standing in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of the village of Ewyas Harold. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, cavity wall insulation and double glazing. In detail, the accommodation consists of an entrance hall with an understairs recess ideal for siting a computer desk, a sitting/dining room with a blanked-off fire recess and a serving hatch from the kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of white fronted kitchen units and gives access to a conservatory/utility room. On the first floor are two double bedrooms and a single bedroom, along with the family bathroom which is fitted with a white suite. Outside, the front garden has been designed for easy maintenance. A side entrance gives access to a private rear paved courtyard with larch-lap fencing having climbing roses and clematis. There is a useful timber garden shed and to one side is a semi-detached workshop/store. This is a super property and should be viewed to appreciate what it has to offer.

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Rush to cash in on new fuels

Get the site right to benefit from alternative energyTHE gold rush is well and truly on with a large number of land owners and farmers considering renewable energy projects such as single wind turbines, hydro, woodchip biomass and solar photovoltaic schemes as diversification enterprises. With attractive returns on investment of more than 10 per cent, (and often in excessive of 20 per cent quoted) the pressure is on to install and commission schemes before the review of the Government Feed In Tariffs (FITs) in 2012. However David Powell of Fisher German Chartered Surveyors advises that to achieve the best returns it is important to chose the right technology at the right price and site it in the right position. There are a number of product suppliers and investors in the market place approaching landowners at the present time, especially with larger scale projects, he said. Landowners should not jump in feet first and sign a contract, or agree terms, without fully considering the potential returns and negotiating the price and terms of a contract or lease. With potentially attractive returns from projects or rents from investors being offered, Mr Powell warns: It is essential that any landowner or farming business considering signing up to a contract takes independent advice or risk ending up with an expensive mistake, or a poor deal. Many renewable energy companies or consultants are usually tied to, or in partnership, with a particular technological supplier and are only likely to consider that particular type of technology. We have an established relationship with a number of reputable renewable energy companies and investors, who we can recommend to clients, but remain independent of any technological supplier. Fisher German is currently advising clients on a number of renewable energy projects with small to medium wind turbine and solar PV schemes being the most popular. Identifying opportunities, site appraisals, conducting feasibility studies, competitive tendering, planning, finance and project management are all part of the

renewable energy services offered. If you are considering a renewable energy project, or alternatively have a potential site that may be suitable to be leased to an

investor, contact David Powell at Fisher German Chartered Surveyors for an informal discussion on 01905 453275 / 07918 677566 or email david.powell@ fishergerman.co.uk.

Above: Wind and solar installations or the growing of fuel crops could all prove lucrative for land and property owners if the right decision is made and the right choice made for the location.


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People making plansHerefordshire Council weekly list of planning applications BOSBURY: Boiler room and small covered area to west of building, single storey extension and alterations for Mr and Mrs J Hayes at Norbridge Farm. BROMYARD AND WINSLOW: Proposed three-bedroomed bungalow with garage for Mr Julian Parry at land south of 5 Stonehill Drive. BURGHILL: Conservatory to rear elevation for Mr and Mrs Pugh at 10 Oak Lane. CANON FROME: Extensions, build two-storey extension, build singlestorey extension, improve thermal performance of existing building with internal insulation and new extensions with footprint of previous building now demolished for Mr and Mrs Ben McCarthy at Garden Cottage. CANON PYON: Existing building with existing granary to a dwelling and detached open bay garage for Mr and Mrs A Lyke at Nupton Farm. CRADLEY: Retrospective application for two-storey rear extension for Ms Sally Clarke at The Gables, Chapel Lane. DILWYN: Proposed underground fuel storage tank for use in connection with kart track for Mr Chris Powell at Lower Hurst. DORSTONE: Fell one ash, crown reduce one pear, pollard one weeping willow and crown reduce one holly for the occupier at Garden House, Chapel Lane. EASTNOR: Change of use to workshop and office for the owner at White House Barn. FOWNHOPE: Fell one western red cedar for Mr Damon Chandler at 7 Manor Court. HANTLAND: Proposed two-storey extension to form granny annexe for Mr Nigel Maud at Little Tredow, St Owens Cross. HEREFORD: Existing windows allowing for new glazing to replace obscure stained glass to all panes, with the exception of the upper panes on the Capuchin Lane facade, general external decorations and internal for the owner at The Grapes Tavern, East Street. Replacement fascia and hanging sings for Phones 4U Ltd at 9 High Street. Re-roofing of existing building for the owner at The Old Deanery, Cathedral Close. Change roof design DMCW100391/F for proposed dwelling for Mr Stephen Shaw at 1 New Bungalow, plot to rear of 99 Kings Acre Road. HOLMER AND SHELWICK: Electricity lines at Roman Road. KINGSLAND: Detached dwelling and formation of parking and turning areas for Mr and Mrs R N and S Walker. KINGTON: Free-range hen egg laying building for Mr John Sankey at land at Downfield, Rushock. LEDBURY: Fell two horse chestnuts for Mr Monk at Netherhall Cottage. LEINTWARDINE: Polytunnels for Mrs C Goodwin at Jay Barns Farm, Jay Lane. LEOMINSTER: Two-storey extension for Mr Ian Thomas at Ivington Mill. Timber garage and pedestrian gate to be put into wall next to gates for Mrs Gillian Dayson, 47 Etnam Street. LINTON: Two-storey extension, extending planning permission expiry date until 31/1/2014 for Mr Michael Hunter at Long Barn. Prune one laburnum, prune one apple and amalancier for Mrs A Attenborough at Rawmarsh Cottage, Church View. LUCTON: New equestrian manege for school and community use, improvements to road access for Mr paul Thorne at Lucton School. LYONSHALL: Proposed extension to existing poultry unit for Mr James Davies at Rhyse Farm. Three proposed extensions to existing poultry houses together with ancillary feed bins for Mr Richard Williams at The Heath. MADLEY: Outbuilding to form studio use, to teach courses either one or two days, two courses per month, access to artists to use studio equipment for Mrs J Baneby at Swinmore House, Canon Bridge Road. NEWTON: Single-storey lounge and cloakroom/porch extension, firstfloor bedroom accommodation above existing barn, barn to be rebuilt and extended and existing house to have windows made wider for Mr George Lamb at Court A Pella. NORTON: Single-storey lounge extension for Mr Barry Hine at Old Cottage, Wacton Green. PEMBRIDGE: Proposed general agricultural building for Mr Eric Price at Moor Court Farm. ROSS ON WYE: Replacement porch and new roof to utility area for Mr and Mrs G Watling at Elm Cottage, Walford Road. Fell one lombardy and re-coppice one crack willow sycamore tree over garages and parking area to clear roofs and roadways for Ms Duir at 2 Chase Mews. TEDSTONE: Demolition of existing cottage and outbuilding and erect replacement dwelling garage and outbuildings (MH91/1667) minor internal and external for Mr Antoni Czemiawski at Tidbatch, Pound Lane. UPTON BISHOP: Private gyspy and traveller caravan site comprising four pitches each containing one mobile home and one toured, and one utility block for Mr Tom Maguire at Marsh Farm. WALFORD, LETTON AND NEWTON: Erection of two polytunnels for Mr Richard Sidegwick at Lane Cottage, Deerfold. WELLINGTON: Change design of five windows on front elevation in DCCW2008/2005/F (conversion of redundant listed barn to form two residential units) for Mrs Ann Tobin at Barn 2 Church Farm Barns. WOOLHOPE: Five-bay straw barn for Mr Paul Rogers at Linkswell Farm, Broadmoor Common. Three-bay open garage for Mrs Amanda Gunn at The Stone Barn. Erection of replacement poultry unit house two on footprint of existing poultry unit for Mr David Luther at The Leys, Broadmoor Common. Construction of livestock building for welfare of livestock for Mr Boultbee at field 2182, Little Canwood. YAZOR: Dining room with small extension, plus replacing roof materials and new garage for Mr Jeremy Kenworthy at Red House.

Tackle your cold radiators nowIF YOUR radiators are hot at the bottom and cold at the top, this usually means theres trapped air inside, which stops them from filling and working properly. This is the last thing you need in winter, so bleed your radiators straight away. You bleed some radiators with a radiator key, which you can get from hardware and DIY stores, and some with a small screwdriver. The bleed valve is usually at the top of the radiator and the shape of the hole will determine what you use to bleed it. Only bleed your radiators when the central heating is turned off and the radiators are cold. If you dont, you could get scalded, and more air could get in. Before you open the valve, cover the floor underneath to protect it because water can spurt out and it can be dirty. Its also a good idea to hold a cloth underneath the bleed valve to catch any drips. Move any furniture and rugs that could get splattered. To bleed a radiator, insert the key or screwdriver into the bleed valve and turn slowly to open it. Youll hear a hissing sound, which is the air escaping, but this can soon become water, so dont wander off and do something else. Once water starts coming out, close the valve, clean up and move on to the next.


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Style for modern living

Homes for party peopleTHE economic downturn has led to an increase in the trend for people to entertain in, rather than socialise out, according to new research by housebuilder Taylor Wimpey, which is building its luxury Shobdon Oaks development in Shobdon. Sixty-one percent of people said they were going out less than they used to, with 69 per cent saying that having less disposable income had affected their social life. 18 per cent also said that they preferred to stay in and entertain friends at home. The popularity of programmes such as Come Dine With Me and House Guest has also been influential in the shift towards making our homes the hub of our social lives. And the design of modern houses is reflecting this change too, with many featuring open-plan kitchens, separate dining rooms, downstairs cloakrooms and en-suite bedrooms. Anne Wallace, regional sales and marketing director, comments: For many, entertaining at home is a big part of their social lives. People tend to live further away from family and friends than they used to, so having weekend guests is more common. Living away from family also means that finding childcare can be more difficult 24 per cent of people in our survey said they went out less because of the availability and cost of babysitters. Of course, entertaining at home is a good way of saving money at a time when were all tightening our belts, but its also a great way of socialising with friends. So how can you embrace the growing trend for entertaining at home whether its a big birthday bash, intimate dinner party or girls night in? Taylor Wimpey has teamed up with interior design expert Debbie Evans who is creative director of Show Business Interiors and has been designing inspirational show homes for Taylor Wimpey for the last 10 years. Here she offers some tops tips on making your home party-ready. Dining rooms This is your primary room for creating a sense of occasion, so be bold and give it a bit of theatre. Wallpaper gives you the chance to create a great statement without overly filling space. Look for rich opulent papers, strong colour and contemporary twists. Think in terms of bold colours the Victorians famously favoured deep dark reds in their dining rooms to create a sense of passion and appetite. Dress your table generously dont over focus on a large central display as it can be distracting and an obstacle to the easy flow across and around the table between your guests. Have fun with your crockery, cutlery and condiments look out for the unusual; you can create a sense of character with almost anything intended for the table these days. Check out design companies such as Andrew Martin for inspiration. Take your cue from high end restaurants and avoid hard chairs your seating should be comfortable and inviting. Lighting should be two fold a strong central ceiling light such as a contemporary chandelier will enhance the sense of occasion as your guests arrive, but you want to be able to soften down to defused or side lighting as the evening moves on. Lamps and candlelight can provide a warm glow and provide the right ambience. Guest bedrooms Boutique hotels still lead the way for the design of aspirational bedrooms cast your mind back to your last special weekend away or pick up a boutique hotel guide such as Mr and Mrs Smith for some inspiration. Think about comfort, textures and creating a sense of being made completely at home. Keep the bulk of your colour light. Balance is the key in bedroom design. For your base colour think more in terms of creams and ivory than white the latter can be harsh and cold in a room designed to be warm and cosseting. Build up your bed with layers of different fabrics, silk cushions, velvet headboards and fur throws contrasting against crisp white sheets and duvet covers Goose/duck down duvets and Egyptian cotton sheets are much more accessible in terms of both price and availability these days your guests will really notice and appreciate the effort. Provide a side table or nightstand and reading lamp beside your guests bed. Try to create space in your spare room for your guest a clear dressing table, free drawers and an area in a wardrobe in which to hang their clothes. Shobdon Oaks is a collection of four and five bedroom homes with prices starting from just 299,995. For further information call 0845 672 3917 or visit taylorwimpey.co.uk/newh omes/Midlands/ShobdonO aks/.

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At heart of pretty village

Where life is better in black and whiteBeam Ends, 2 High Street, Weobley, Herefordshire Agent: Nicholas Craddock Offers: 235,000 Call: 01432 359171 THIS is a traditional black and white three-bedroomed property situated in the centre of the pretty village of Weobley. The property offers well proportioned rooms that are choc-full of charm and period detail. The rear of the property holds a real surprise for the viewer with an attractive garden backing onto open fields. Six towering oak trees line the footpath leading to the site of Weobleys former Norman keep at the very heart of this beautiful village. The entrance lobby leads into the sitting room, which has a stone fireplace housing a gas fired stove. The dining room has a window seat, an understairs storage cupboard/ pantry and steps down to the kitchen, which has cream coloured door and drawer fronts and a cupboard housing the Worcester Bosch oil-fired central heating boiler. There is also a garden room/conservatory of wooden construction, which doubles as a utility room with a short run of work surfaces and plumbing for a washing machine. The cellar has lighting and fitted shelving/racks and a work bench with a vice. The first-floor accommodation comprises a family bathroom and three bedrooms, one having an ensuite WC with pedestal wash handbasin. Access to the property is via a short lane with a wide double gateway opening out to provide off road parking immediately to the front of the garage. There is also a garden store and a brick built outhouse with a high flush WC and lighting.


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Two-bedroomed house

Larger than average home in sought-after part of city54 Chandos Street, Whitecross, Hereford Agent: Connells Offers: 159,950 Call: 01432 267511 THIS larger than average two-bedroomed property, is situated in a sought after residential location. The property features of an entrance hall with laminated flooring, a feature archway and doors to the lounge having a bay window and a decorative fire surround. The dining room also has laminated flooring and an arch through to the kitchen, which is fitted with a range of matching units and offers integrated appliances. There is also a useful cellar with a front aspect window and panelled radiator. The first floor landing gives access to the two

bedrooms and a bathroom with a bath and separate shower cubicle. To the front of the house is a small courtyard with

a path leading to the front door. To the immediate rear is a washroom with plumbing and space for a washing machine

and tumble drier. A slabbed patio leads to the main garden which is laid to lawn and is enclosed by fencing.

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Auction report

Sale of the centuriesIN SPITE of difficult weather conditions 351 purchasers managed to secure lots at the last antique auction of 2010 at the Pontrilas auction rooms of Nigel Ward and Co. The sale was topped by an uncommonly large gilded framed convex mirror which realised 4,600. Several French items were forward and a Louis XVI design sofa with Aubusson type original tapestry upholstery and superbly carved gilded frame sold for 3,700, a carved and gilded framed three-fold screen made 600, a Rosewood framed vitrine painted with Vernis Martin type scenes realised 550, while a pair of similarly decorated pier cabinets made 400, reflecting the fact that one was water damaged. An oriental ebonised writing desk with intricate carved decoration made 2,400, while an uncommon oriental porcelain pagoda table lamp sold for 500. Other notable furniture prices were: a mahogany military campaign chest at 650, a circa-1900 oak wind-out dining table at 475 and a quite unusual circa-1900 revolving bookcase with drop-side glass panelled doored display cabinet top at 440. In the miscellanea section, an 18th century terracotta bust of a lady potentially by Augustin Pajou, made 2,200 and a spectacular green glass scent bottle of large dimensions with six vignettes of Parisian scenes made 850. Some very early historic collectables were sold including a Roman marbled glass unguentarium dating from the 1st/2nd centuries AD at 760, a 2nd/3rd century AD conical Roman glass oil lamp at 750, an Etruscan terracotta votive head from the 2nd century BC for 700, a 7th century BC clay tablet with six lines of script 500 and an exceptionally large bronze age circa-900BC fibula (brooch) also made 500. A fine old leather cased Charles Boswell 12-bore boxlock ejector shotgun freshly back from proofing made 700. Silver and jewellery were much in demand, a quantity of silver cutlery dating from 1902 made 650, a Georgian silver salver weighing 1150 gms. made 510, a beautiful Victorian moonstone cameo, diamond and cornflower blue sapphire brooch/pendant carved to portray the Man in the Moon unsurprisingly made 700 and an 18ct gold solitaire diamond ring also at 700. The usual varied selection of outside effects included two vehicles: a 2000 Renault Kangoo diesel made 560, whilst a 1998 Volvo V40 estate car with 12 months MOT made 500. A childrens playhouse with a loft and verandah will surely have lit up some youngsters eyes at Christmas; it realised 560. Above: A French gilded framed, Louis XVI design tapestry sofa sold for 3,700.

DIY quick fixQ: My bathroom has vinyl flooring and I'd like to tile it. However, the floor is somewhat uneven. What can I do about it? A: Depending on what the sub-floor is, a self-levelling compound available from DIY stores should do the trick. However, if its only slightly uneven and you don't mind this, you could tile over it as it is, using small mosaic floor tiles because these will undulate with the floor.

Roof checksIF you have a flat roof and you can access it safely, check regularly that it's draining properly and the guttering's not blocked with leaves and other debris. Flat roofs are particularly prone to leaks, so keep an eye on it, especially after a lot of rain and melted snow like we've had recently.


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