Lower CourtPutley, Ledbury, Herefordshire

Lower CourtPutley, Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2QP

Ledbury 6 miles, Malvern 13 miles, Hereford 10 miles, Cheltenham 27 miles, M50 (J2) 10 miles (All mileages are approximate)

A Handsome Grade II Listed country house.Reception room | Drawing room | Dining room | Garden room | Kitchen/Breakfast

Snug| Study | Utility |Cellar | Cinema/Games room

4 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms

Detached double garage | Greenhouse | Gardens and grounds

In all about 1.1 acres

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SituationLower Court occupies a peaceful and secluded position overlooking the productive farmland and orchards of this beautiful part of East Herefordshire, close to the market town of Ledbury.

Ledbury is a thriving market town famous for its half timbered buildings and medieval Market Hall. Local facilities include supermarkets and a wide range of independent retailers, primary and secondary schools, library, swimming pool, doctors surgeries and train station with a direct service to London Paddington. Within 2.5 miles, there is a farm shop and garden centre, a tea shop and a pub.

The property sits within Putley Conservation Area and lies between two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Wye Valley and The Malvern Hills. Malvern is a renowned cultural centre with an excellent theatre and cinema, as well as good shopping facilities.

More comprehensive facilities can be found in the thriving Cathedral cities of Hereford & Worcester, which cater for most needs. There are extensive shopping and recreational facilities including Premiership rugby and County cricket at Worcester, racing at Hereford, Worcester and Cheltenham and plentiful opportunities for walking and riding out, especially in the Malvern Hills.

There is excellent schooling nearby from both the private and state sectors including The Elms and The Downs preparatory schools in Colwall, Hereford’s Cathedral School, The Royal Grammar School and The Kings School in Worcester as well as Malvern College and Malvern St James.

Trains run from Ledbury Station direct to London Paddington. Motorway access is via junction 2 of the M50 about 12 miles away.

For sale freehold Historically, this prominent house was the residence of the bailiffs for the Putley Court Estate. Today the traditional

Cider House and Barn have been converted to form two separate residences. However these are situated to the back of the farmhouse with their own access.

Lower Court is a particularly attractive and beautifully presented Grade II Listed former farmhouse with beautiful gardens and grounds, which in all extend to 1.1 acres. The house is believed to date from the 16th Century and was extended and remodelled in the 17th and 18th Century including the attractive Georgian Wing.

The accommodation, extending to over 5,000 sq. ft. has been restored and refurbished adding a modern twist to create the perfect fusion of period proportions and charm

with contemporary style. Major works include a re-wire, new boiler and central heating system (including some under floor heating), re-plumbing, upgrading of the roof and sash windows, high specification bathrooms, double glazed windows and restored oak, elm & pine floor boards. The attached brick barn has recently been converted to form a versatile Cinema/Games room, but could also be used as offices or ancillary accommodation.

Gardens and groundsThe beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds are principally laid to lawn with inset flower beds and shrubs. Other notable features include two raised garden terraces, the beautiful natural duck pond with water lilies and fountain, retaining stone walls, raised vegetable beds, fruit trees, wild flower gardens and a lavender flanked pathway leading up to the front door.

There is a gravel parking and turning area to the side of the house and a substantial brick built double garage with a lean to Gabriel Ash greenhouse at the side. The grounds extend to 1.1 acres including the pond.

ServicesMains electricity and water, private drainage via a treatment plant (shared between three dwellings and Putley Church with an easement to detail shared costs of maintenance), Oil fired central heating (boiler installed in 2016).

Fixtures & fittings All items mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others are specifically excluded.

Local AuthorityHerefordshire Council, tel 01432 260 360 Council Tax Band: G (£3,282.20 for 2020/21)

Directions(HR8 2QP)From Ledbury take the A438 towards Hereford. Continue straight over Trumpet cross and take the first left turn signed Pixley, Putley and Aylton. Immediately bear right signed Putley Common and Woolhope. Follow the road for about 1 mile then turn left signed Putley Church.Turn left after ½ a mile signed Lower Court and Putley Church. Follow the road towards the church. The driveway to Lower Court is on the left of the pond.

Note: “This plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationery office. This plan is for convenience of purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence Number. No. 100021721.”

Fixtures and fittings: A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller’s Solicitors.

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Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area5,053 sq ft / 469 sq m

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Reception

Bedroom

Bathroom

Kitchen/Utility

Storage

Ground Floor

First Floor

Cellar