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Bulls Hill, Walford

PROPERTY TYPE

Country House

BEDROOMS

7

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Description

Summary
Handsome, Stone Built Country House set in approaching 3 .5 Acres
Fantastic Far Reaching Views From its Dominant, Elevated Location
Property Comprises Five Bedroom House & Adjacent Two Bedroom Annexe
Approaching 5,000 sq.ft of Total Accommodation on Three Floors
Fine Sweeping Tarmacadam Approach Drive Terminating in Gravel Forecourt
Lawned Gardens, Part Walled Rear Courtyard & Former Orchard & Woodland
An Increasingly Rare Opportunity to Acquire a Country House of Immense Character

Location & Description
Holcombe occupies high ground set amongst woodland some 4 miles south of the market and tourist town of Ross-on-Wye.
Although the original dwelling on this site dates back several hundred years, most of what we see today was constructed in 1887 by the Butt family, a noted musical dynasty. In keeping with many fine Victorian Country Houses, the property is of substantial stone construction with some timbering to part of the front elevations, the whole standing under a multi pitched slate roof which was relaid in 2000
The private tarmacadam approach drive curves up towards the property , terminating in a fine, level gravelled forecourt to the front of the property.
Views from the front of the property are extensive, and extend for miles and miles across Herefordshire countryside towards the mountains of Wales.

The Main House
Proportions of the principal rooms are excellent, with a 21' living room, 16' dining room and 21' kitchen/breakfast room. The main bedrooms are generously proportioned, and again have a terrific outlook. There are many most appealing Victorian features including intricately shaped coving and ceiling roses, appealing bay windows, a fine staircase and many other period features.

Attached Cottage Annexe
Approached from the rear of the property is the two bedroom cottage annexe which has lockable interlinking doors with the main dwelling should one choose to utilise the whole house as one. Historically, this section of the property has frequently been let, producing an income, but the arrangement would also be ideal for an extended family member or Airbnb accommodation.

The Grounds
The grounds to Holcombe are delightful, comprising extensive areas of lawn fringed by a former orchard and woodland, with many fine mature deciduous trees.
Well screened to the rear of the property is a vegetable section, the whole atmosphere within the grounds being of a tranquil and peaceful nature.
The current owner has lived at the property for over 50 years, and is only now reluctantly bringing the property to the market because of a requirement to downsize.
It is fair to say that the number of properties such as this coming to the market at any one time are low, and the demand high. To those potentially interested we strongly recommend a thorough internal inspection.

Tenure
We are advised that the property is Freehold

Services
Mains electricity and water are connected. Private Drainage with a septic tank installed in 2020. Oil fired central heating with recently installed oil tanks.
Broadband: Current BT availability Speeds: Up to 900Mb (Quoted from by using the property's postcode)
Outgoings: ‘G' Council Tax Band EPC Rating: ‘F' (House) ‘E' (Annexe) (Full EPC Rating available)

To View
Strictly and only please by prior telephone appointment through Morris Bricknell Tel: Morris Bricknell are acting jointly in this sale with Morris Russell Tel:

PLEASE NOTE
Although Holcombe was only placed on the market in March 2024, some of the photo's in this brochure were taken in 2023.

Directions
If approaching from Ross leave the stone built Market House in the centre of the town, proceeding southwards on the B4234. Shortly after entering the village of Walford take the left turn onto a minor lane signposted Bulls Hill. Three quarters of the way up the hill, you will see a small red post box recessed into a wall on your right hand side. Approx 100 yards after the post box, turn left onto a private drive marked Holcombe.

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To comply with money laundering regulations prospective purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at the time of making an offer. We ask for your co-operation in order that there is no delay in agreeing the sale.

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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
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About Morris Bricknell, Ross On Wye

30 Gloucester Road, Ross-On-Wye, HR9 5LE

Based in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, close to the M50, and serving primarily the counties of Herefordshire, Monmouthshire and Gloucestershire, Morris Bricknell is an independent and long established firm who specialise in the sale of Country Houses & Cottages, Listed and Period Property, and the complete range of Rural Dwellings including Mills, Barns, Schools, Churches and Farm Houses. Choosing the right agent to sell your property is obviously important, and our reputation for honesty, integrity and professionalism means that many of our clients come to us either via personal recommendation or past dealings. Every property sale is dealt with by an experienced Chartered Surveyor. Our sole purpose is to do our very best for you, the client. The County of Herefordshire is a beautiful corner of England and, as life becomes increasingly hectic, more people from the South East and other urban environments are looking to move to Herefordshire or the Welsh Marches. Many of our purchasers fall into this category, and the availability of fibre broadband is revolutionising the breadth of purchasers to whom we sell. Feel free to contact us if you would like an initial, confidential discussion.

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