LydeholeHayton | Ludlow | Shropshire | SY8 2BB

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Lydehole“Before moving here in 1999 we were living in London,” says Mark, “but we knew the area well as my wife’s father owned a holiday cottage not far from Lydehole. We ended up getting married here and felt increasingly drawn to the area and so decided to embark upon a complete lifestyle change. As we drove up to the house for the first time, through the ford and along the track past the medieval hay meadow, I remember being immediately struck by the setting of the house and its breath taking beauty.”

“We realised that the renovations of the main house would take some time, so we began by converting the barn, which is now a wonderfully spacious annexe, and then moved in there while the rest of the work was done. In terms of the house it was a case of starting from scratch, so it was literally taken back to the original oak frame and then rebuilt. Everything has been done completely authentically but to modern standards, and so we have ended up with a home that has retained its character and period features, but one that incorporates all the modern conveniences and so is perfect for contemporary living.”

“When our children came along we needed more living space and we had always longed for a large entertaining space, and so with the help of a heritage officer we were granted permission to add a single storey extension to the existing kitchen. Although it blends beautifully with the older part of the house, it’s a completely modern space with a new fitted kitchen, an Aga, beautiful limestone tiles and underfloor heating.” “I think the part that we are most proud of is the glass corner, which has four metres of bi-fold doors and then another three meters of glass. The views are some of the finest you’ll see. It’s really quite special.”

“I’d say that we have the best of both worlds,” adds Mark, “because the kitchen is lovely in the summer as we can open it up to the beautiful outside space, but during the winter, the main living room, which is in the old part of the house and has low ceilings, beams and huge inglenook, is a wonderfully comfortable and cosy feeling place to sit and relax.”

“We’re situated on the lower slope of the valley,” says Helen, “and so from beyond the kitchen the garden appears to flow into the cider orchard, and then the rest of the pastureland rises up at the back of the house, and the views from the top are absolutely glorious. When we moved here we ran a herd of Hereford cattle, but we no longer keep any animals. It would be the most wonderful place for someone with horses or someone wanting a smallholding.”

“As well as being an incredibly beautiful place to live it’s also very friendly, we’ve made a great many friends and it’s surprisingly convenient, Ludlow is only ten minutes away, and it has some lovely restaurants and shops that sell fresh local produce.”

“What will we miss most when we leave Lydehole? I think definitely the location, but also the fact that this house has such character and history, and yet it also has all the modern conveniences,” concludes Mark.*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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In a delightful rural setting with superior countryside views towards the Corvedale, a smallholding with approximately 43 acres, Grade II Listed detached cottage and stand-alone detached barn conversion with numerous outbuildings. The original cottage is believed to date back to around 1650 with the current owners having extensively renovated and extended the property over recent years, retaining many original features including Inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and French oak flooring downstairs.

This delightful period property enjoys an attractive rural setting off a no-through country lane, only 6 miles from the historic market town of Ludlow.

The property is approached via a single track with parking area to the front and rear of the property. A gravelled pathway leads to the rear and a half glazed stable door opens into:

Entrance PorchWith Italian limestone floor, double glazed window to side, large storage cupboard with hanging space and shelves, further low level shelving ideal for shoes and boots. Door to:

Open Plan Living Kitchen (11.70m x 5.71m)A large open plan living kitchen with spectacular unspoilt views across open countryside. Divided into two areas:

Living/Dining Area (8.14m x 5.69m)With large bi-fold doors opening to the front and extensive glazing to the side providing the most wonderful panoramic views across the fields towards the Corvedale. Having vaulted ceiling and two feature chandeliers, Italian limestone flooring with underfloor heating, TV point, downlighters, wall lights and door to utility.

Kitchen Area (4.69m x 3.49m)Fitted with an extensive range of cream and grey hand painted base and wall mounted cabinets, granite worksurfaces, breakfast bar with cupboards under, Cooke & Lewis induction hob with Bosch extractor fan over, oil fired Aga, integrated Bosch electric oven and microwave, integrated fridge, sliding larder unit, separate built in under counter fridge and freezer, integrated dishwasher, concealed waste bin, Britax water filter tap providing hot, cold and boiling water, 1 and a half stainless steel sink unit with drainer, corner cupboard with pull out shelving, splashback wall tiling, downlighters. Having double glazed wooden window to side, continuation of the Italian limestone flooring and door to Inner Hall.

Utility Two double glazed windows to rear, plumbing and space for washing machine, extractor fan, low level WC, panel radiator, cupboards to match the kitchen, worksurface with stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, tiled floor, downlighters.

Inner Hall (3.54m max x 2.70m max)With wooden flooring, double glazed wooden window to side, staircase rising to first floor, exposed beams, understairs storage cupboard, through to Living Room and door to:

Study (2.76m x 3.29m)Double glazed French doors opening to front, double glazed window to side, exposed beams, radiator, wooden floor, feature fireplace, telephone point.

Living Room (5.27m x 3.72m min/4.29m max)Double glazed window to front and rear. Having large feature stone Inglenook fireplace with heavy beam over, flagstone hearth and inset wood burner, wooden floor, exposed wall and ceiling beams, radiator, TV point. Door to:

Guest Bedroom/Occasional Room (5.24m x 2.14m)Double glazed wooden windows to front, side and rear, exposed beams, built in wardrobe with shelving and hanging rail, panel radiator, downlighters, telephone point, TV point.

First Floor LandingA large galleried landing having exposed beams, double glazed windows to side and rear, airing cupboard with hot water tank and shelving, central heating thermostat, hatch to loft, built-in book shelves, downlights.

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Step up to:

Master Bedroom (4.73m x 3.54m)Double glazed windows to both sides, built-in wardrobe with shelves, TV point, downlighters, radiator, door to:

En Suite Shower RoomDouble glazed window to rear. Fitted with a suite comprising enclosed shower cubicle with Mira Style shower, sink in vanity unit, low level WC, feature mirror with light, chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled, extractor fan.

Family Bathroom With wooden floor and exposed beams, double glazed window to side, fitted with a suite comprising freestanding bath, low level WC, Adelphi pedestal wash hand basin, extractor fan, downlighters and radiator.

Bedroom Two (5.25m 3.6m)Double glazed window to front, exposed wall and ceiling beams, downlighters, radiator, feature fireplace, hatch to loft.

Bedroom Three (5.14m x 2.52m)With sloping ceilings, double glazed window to side, panel radiator, downlighters.

The BarnA detached converted barn ideal for holiday lets or ancillary/guest accommodation.

Wooden door opens into:

Large Open Plan Living Room (10.8m x 4.66m)With vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, inset Clearview wood burner, exposed brickwork, wooden floor, wall lights, two radiators, TV point, French doors opening onto rear decked area, staircase rising to first floor, steps up to Utility and steps down to:

Kitchen 3.32m x 2.44mFitted with a range of base and wall mounted cabinets, Belfast sink with mixer tap, plumbing and space for dishwasher, ceramic hob, electric oven, radiator, wooden worksurfaces, extractor fan, understairs cupboard, double glazed window to rear, door to:

Ground Floor Bedroom (4.48m x 2.97m)Double glazed windows to side and rear, double glazed French door to front, radiator, downlighters, telephone point, wooden floor.

UtilityDoor to front, double glazed window to front, tiled floor, oil fired boiler, fusebox, downlighters, hatch to loft, airing cupboard with hot water, shelving and space and plumbing for washing machine, door to:

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BathroomDouble glazed window to side and rear, fitted with a white suite comprising panel enclosed bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, tiled floor, chrome heated towel rail, downlighters, extractor fan.

Staircase from the Living Room leads to the:

Galleried Landing (2.45m max x 4.5m)An ideal office/study space, with exposed beams, wooden floor, wall lights, smoke alarm and door to:

First Floor Bedroom (4.65m x 3.12m)Double glazed window to side, roof light, exposed beams, vaulted ceiling, wooden floor, radiator.

OutsideTo the front of the property lies the paved patio area ideal for outdoor dining, enjoying the superior countryside views. A lawned area then continues around to the side and rear of the property where five raised vegetable beds are located with greenhouse, cold water tap and further paved and gravelled pathways.

From the barn the driveway continues up to the:

Open Garage (9.3m x 7.16m)With concrete floor.

OutbuildingDivided into four main sections:

Workshop (11.31m x 5.45m)With concrete floor, stable door to front, door to rear, doors to sides, light and power.

Stable (2.96m x 5.16m)With stable door to front, light and power.

Tool Shed (3.02m x 5.37m)Brick paved floor, stable door to front, lighting.

Woodshed (13.56m x 6.89m)Three bay cart/wood shed with lighting.

The LandAll being set in approximately 43.64 acres (17.66 ha) which includes pastureland, old hay meadow, cider apple orchard, woodland and gardens. Having hedging, stock proof fencing and water.

Basic Payment SchemeThe total land acreage (not including buildings, yard and road) is 16.83 ha (41.58 acres). The claimable area under the Basic Payment Scheme is 14.17 ha (35 acres) and the vendors will be claiming the 2015 Basic Payment. The entitlements will be included within the sale of the property and transferred in the autumn of 2015. They will be transferred for free if the purchasers are already registered to the Basic Payment. If the purchasers are not already registered an extra charge will be imposed to the purchaser.

TenureThe property is freehold.

DirectionsExit Ludlow via Fishmore Road heading past Fishmore Hall, continue along this road for approximately 5 miles. There are then two right hand turns close together, take the second right signed Haytons Bent & Village Hall, continue along this lane and at the next sign for Village Hall, turn left signed No Through Road, continue along where the property will be found at the end of the lane.

ServicesMains electricity, private water, private drainage, oil fired heating, telephone to BT regulations, broadband connected.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 02.06.2015

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ViewingBy appointment through selling agents McCartneys LLP: 01568 610222

Agents NoteProspective purchasers should note that the property is owned and being sold on behalf of an employee of McCartneys LLP.

NoticeFloor Plan and Land Plan for illustrative purposes only, not to scale. All measurements and distances are approximate. The normal enquiries carried out by a purchaser’s Solicitor and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s Surveyor have not been carried out by the Selling Agents for the purpose of preparation of these particulars. Messrs McCartneys LLP for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract; no person in the employment of McCartneys LLP has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

McCartneys LLPREGISTERED OFFICE: McCartneys LLP, The Ox Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AA. Tel: 01584 872251. REGISTERED NO: OC310186

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Fine & Country Leominster 7 Broad Street, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 8EP

Tel 01568 610222

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