Coddington, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8

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A beautifully presented detached three bedroomed country residence including a superb self-contained one bedroomed annexe accommodation, set within approximately two acres of gardens and grounds, enjoying a spectacular setting and panoramic far-reaching views extending approximately 35 miles towards the Black Mountains, with exceptional westerly sunsets. Offered with no onwards chain. EPC D

Location

Available for the first time in over 13 years, the property occupies a highly desirable rural position within the sought-after parish of Coddington, situated between the Market Town of Ledbury and the Spa Town of Malvern.

Ledbury offers an excellent range of independent shops, educational provision, and leisure facilities. The property is also well connected for commuters, with nearby rail services from Colwall and Ledbury stations providing direct links to London and Birmingham.

The surrounding area is renowned for its outstanding countryside, extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, and close proximity to the Malvern Hills, offering exceptional walking and riding opportunities.

Description

Occupying a spectacular elevated position within approximately two acres, this beautifully presented country residence enjoys breathtaking panoramic views extending some 35 miles towards the Black Mountains, framed by extraordinary westerly sunsets. The property is set in an area of peace and tranquillity, while remaining conveniently located just FIVE minutes from both Colwall and Ledbury, offering excellent access to local amenities.

The property combines period character with refined contemporary finishes. Accommodation is light-filled, versatile, and designed to maximise the exceptional outlook from principal rooms.

The result is a substantial and coherent country home, equally suited to modern family living and entertaining on a generous scale.

A particular feature of the property is the thoughtfully designed additional accommodation, completed in 2019, which has been seamlessly integrated into the original house whilst retaining the flexibility of independent access via a discreet external entrance or an internally connected, sound-insulated door. The accommodation has also been comprehensively soundproofed, creating an exceptionally versatile space that is perfectly suited to multigenerational living, guest accommodation, income generation or, alternatively, can be enjoyed as part of one substantial and cohesive family residence.

Approached via a sweeping driveway, the property is set within mature and beautifully maintained grounds. These include an established orchard, wildlife meadow, extensive parking for 6+ vehicles, and a substantial wrap-around paved terrace, all positioned to take full advantage of the remarkable views.

Entrance Hall

A welcoming entrance featuring Fired Earth slate flooring and recessed ceiling lighting. Glazed window to the rear aspect. Access to a generous cloakroom/storage cupboard. Radiator. Internal door leading to storage. Glazed door through to inner hall.

Inner Hallway

Oak staircase rising to the first floor. Fired Earth slate flooring continues. Zoned central heating control panel. Radiator. Access to principal living accommodation.

Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room

A superb open-plan family space designed for contemporary living.

The bespoke kitchen features a range of wall and base units with oak work surfaces and glass upstands. A striking raised glass preparation surface incorporates an integrated illuminated wine display, positioned to face the dining area, creating a strong visual and social focal point.

A Rayburn cooker provides heating and hot water. Integrated appliances are seamlessly incorporated.

The dining and sitting areas are defined by porcelain tiled flooring with underfloor heating. A roof lantern floods the space with natural light, while bi-fold doors open directly onto the terrace, framing far-reaching views across Coddington Church and the surrounding countryside.

Built-in bench seating with storage enhances practicality. Two internal glazed windows and a connecting door lead through to the sitting room.

Sitting Room

A beautifully proportioned reception room with a glazed picture window maximizing the panoramic outlook.

A Clearview wood-burning stove is set within a fireplace with flagstone hearth and brick surround. Exposed beams add character. Wooden flooring, radiators, and recessed lighting throughout. Television point. Door returning to hallway.

Open access leads into the home office.

Home Office

A versatile working space with front and side-facing windows. Exposed beams. Recessed lighting. Radiator. Flooring continues in wood effect finish. Door to store room.

Store Room

A generous and highly practical storage area with recessed lighting and loft access. Internal connection back to entrance hall.

Cloakroom

Finished with porcelain tiled walls and flooring. High-level rear-facing window. Wall-mounted wash basin with vanity, low-level WC, heated towel rail, and extractor fan.

First Floor Landing

Oak staircase with carpet runner rising to a half landing with glazed rear-facing window. Main landing with recessed lighting, radiator, loft access, and continuation of wood flooring.

Principal Bedroom

A beautifully presented principal suite with fitted oak wardrobes and front-facing window. Built-in storage cupboard. Recessed lighting and radiator.

Door leads to en-suite.

Ensuite

A spacious wet room with walk-in shower and panelled surround. Porcelain tiled flooring with electric underfloor heating. Two Velux rooflights. Wall-mounted WC, vanity basin with storage, heated towel rail, and extractor fan.

Bedroom Two

A generous double bedroom with front-facing window and far-reaching views. Recessed lighting. Radiator. Eaves storage.

Family Bathroom

Well-appointed family bathroom fitted with a contemporary suite comprising bath, separate shower cubicle, wall-mounted vanity unit, WC, heated towel rail, and porcelain tiled finishes.

Laundry Room

Practical utility space with plumbing for washing machine, hanging rail, rear-facing window, and wood effect flooring.

Annexe Accommodation

Completed in 2019, this accommodation is fully integrated into the main house rather than only operating as a separate annexe. It benefits from its own discreet entrance and an internal sound-insulated connecting door, allowing it to function either independently or as part of the main residence.

Underfloor heating is installed throughout both ground and first floor levels.

Kitchen

A fully integrated modern kitchen with quartz worktops and a glass back splash with inset four ring induction hob. With wood effect tiled flooring. Glazed window to the side aspect and a high level rear facing window. Slim line dishwasher, under counter fridge, washing machine and electric oven. Door opening into...

Sitting/Dining Room

A superb reception space with far-reaching views and bi-fold doors opening onto the front terrace.

Porcelain tiled flooring. Chesney wood-burning stove with stone hearth and surround. Two side-facing windows. Feature oak staircase with glass balustrade rising to first floor.

Bedroom

A striking bedroom with vaulted ceiling, two Velux rooflights (electrically operated), and a large front-facing picture window. Porcelain tiled flooring. Juliet balcony to side aspect. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite

Luxurious wet room with mains rainfall shower, walk-in enclosure, porcelain tiled finishes, vanity unit with inset basin, WC, heated towel rail, extractor fan, and side-facing window.

Outside and Garden

The property is approached via a sweeping tarmac driveway rising to an elevated position.

The driveway passes an established orchard with mature apple and pear trees, set within gently sloping lawns that enhance the rural setting.

A substantial parking and turning area provides space for 6+ vehicles.

The grounds extend to include a wildlife meadow and mature landscaped borders, enclosed by a stone retaining wall.

A significant wrap-around paved terrace extends across the frontage of the property, designed to maximize the exceptional panoramic views and provide an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Services

We have been advised that mains electricity and water services are connected to the property.

Heating is via oil fired system. Drainage is to a private system.

This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to imply that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending occupiers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

General

Intending purchasers will be required to produce identification documentation and proof of funding in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. More information can be made available upon request.

John Goodwin FRICS has made every effort to ensure that measurements and particulars are accurate however prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the information provided. No information with regard to planning use, structural integrity, tenure, availability/operation, business rates, services or appliances has been formerly verified and therefore prospective purchasers/tenants are requested to seek validation of all such matters prior to submitting a formal or informal intention to purchase/lease the property or enter into any contract.

Viewing

By appointment to be made through the Agent's Ledbury Office (Tel: ) 

Tenure

We are advised (subject to legal confirmation) that the property is freehold.

Energy Performance Certificate

The EPC rating for this property is D (61).

Council Tax

COUNCIL TAX BAND "E"

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