Listed for £750,000
August 22, 2024
“...a period family home that perfectly blends modern luxury with rural charm..."
• Stow House offers nearly 2,500 square feet of contemporary living space, nestled in the heart of the Herefordshire countryside.
• The recently renovated and refitted kitchen combines elegance with modern functionality and features a striking marble topped island,
top-of-the-line appliances, and vaulted ceilings with exposed beams.
• With a mezzanine floor and French doors that lead out on to a paved area in the rear garden, the versatile family room offers the potential to be reconfigured as a ground floor bedroom.
• The large terrace enjoys panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is the perfect setting for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining.
• A private gated entrance that leads on to a spacious block paved driveway, ensures privacy and provides ample parking for multiple vehicles.
• Nestled in the village of Bromsberrow, Stow House offers rural tranquillity with convenient access to the amenities, schools and transport links in nearby Ledbury.
The kitchen
At the heart of this home is a newly renovated kitchen that seamlessly blends sophistication with functionality. Its centrepiece is a striking marble counter top island that not only serves as a stylish breakfast bar but also provides a generous amount of storage space.
The stunning kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Richmond stove with a marble splash back, a fitted extractor fan and a contemporary hot water tap. An integrated Belfast sink is set within marble-topped cabinetry, while beautifully crafted, bespoke floor-to-ceiling units elegantly conceal the fridge and freezer. Every detail in this kitchen has been designed to be as functional as it is beautiful.
Tall vaulted ceilings highlight the exposed wooden beams and three large windows provide uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside, this kitchen is a true haven for both cooking and informal entertaining.
The dining room
The beautifully spacious and light-filled dining room seamlessly connects to the kitchen through a large opening, creating a stunning space for both formal and informal dining.
A staircase from the dining room leads to the first floor, with a convenient storage cupboard tucked neatly beneath it.
A wood-burning stove nestled within an exposed brick fireplace, paired with the exposed timber ceiling beams, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. This space is perfect for large family gatherings and more formal dinner parties with friends and loved ones.
The sitting room
The sitting room is a cosy and inviting space, featuring a wood burning stove set on a tiled hearth, perfect for warmth and comfort on cooler evenings. French doors open onto a paved area of the rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces, making it ideal for year-round entertaining.
The family room
The light and airy family room features vaulted ceilings, dual-aspect windows, and French doors that open onto a paved area of the rear garden.
This versatile and spacious room could easily be transformed into a downstairs bedroom, offering excellent potential for multi-generational living. The mezzanine floor adds further flexibility, enhancing the room’s adaptability to suit various requirements.
The garden room
The garden room, positioned between the sitting room and family room, is a stunning addition to the ground floor living spaces. Dual French doors open onto the terrace and outdoor seating area, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The exposed stone wall adds a touch of rustic charm, enhancing the property’s timeless character and style.
The shower room & utility room
Accessible directly from the utility room, the practical and stylish ground-floor shower room features a tiled walk-in shower cubicle, a WC, and a washbasin, along with additional built-in storage.
The utility room itself provides space and plumbing for both a washing machine and dryer and includes a door leading out to the garden.
The boot room
Adjacent to the kitchen, the convenient boot room blends practicality with rustic charm, offering ample storage for outdoor gear and everyday essentials. It features the same elegant stone flooring that extends seamlessly throughout the kitchen and dining room.
The principal bedroom
The principal bedroom suite is a standout feature of this home, featuring a spacious, dual aspect double bedroom with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. This elegant suite also includes a luxurious en suite bathroom, providing a private retreat from the rest of the home.
The principal bedroom en suite
The en suite bathroom accompanying the principal bedroom is a stylish and well-appointed space, designed to create a luxurious spa-like atmosphere. It features a walk-in shower with a sliding door and a waterfall shower head, a separate bathtub, a sleek freestanding washbasin, and elegant stone tiling.
Bedroom two
The second bedroom is another generously sized double room, enhanced by two large windows that flood the space with natural light and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Exposed beams complement the contemporary oak finishes, creating a timeless and elegant ambience to the space.
Bedroom three
The third bedroom, currently used as a nursery, can comfortably accommodate a double bed along with additional free-standing furniture. The room features charming exposed wooden beams and a window that frames beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
Family bathroom
The family bathroom is a thoughtfully designed space that harmoniously blends modern convenience with the property’s original character. Exposed beams frame the room, which features a walk-in shower cubicle with a waterfall shower head, metro-style tiling, and a glass-panelled sliding door. A WC and a freestanding washbasin complete the suite, while a window overlooking the front of the property floods the room with natural light.
The terrace
Another stand out feature of the property is the stunning terrace and outdoor seating area, ideal for year-round entertaining. The split-level design provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, creating a beautiful extension to this charming family home. Additionally, the terrace offers convenient access to the outbuilding.
The gardens & driveway
The property is set within approximately 0.3 acres of gardens, with lawns bordered by mature shrubs and a gated entrance for added privacy.
The gated entrance opens onto a spacious driveway that leads to the front of the home, offering ample parking space for multiple vehicles.
Stow House is nestled in the charming village of Bromsberrow, near the historic market town of Ledbury, offering the perfect blend of rural tranquillity and convenient access to modern amenities.
The village itself is surrounded by stunning countryside, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy walking, cycling and horse riding. The nearby Malvern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provide further opportunities for picturesque walks and breathtaking views.
Despite the peaceful setting, Stow House is conveniently located just a short drive from Ledbury, with a range of independent shops, cafés and restaurants, along with essential services such as supermarkets and healthcare facilities. The town is also known for its vibrant cultural scene, hosting events like the Ledbury Poetry Festival and the historic Market Theatre.
For families, Bromsberrow offers access to several well-regarded schools, both primary and secondary, including Bromsberrow Primary School and John Masefield High School in Ledbury. The world renowned Malvern college and The Downs Preparatory School are also nearby.
Transport links are excellent, with easy access to the M50 motorway and Ledbury mainline railway station.
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage (modern treatment plant). Oil-fired central heating.
Council tax band F
Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange
A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.
The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:
1. Any significant material issues highlighted in a survey that were not evident or drawn to the attention of you the buyer prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.
The reservation fee, equivalent to 0.5% of the accepted offer unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.
Please note, from the 1st of October, accepted offers of £800,000 or over will require a reservation fee of 1% of the accepted offer price. Offers below £800,000 will remain subject to a 0.5% reservation fee.
Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property.
Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.
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