Wild Cherry Farm, Elton, Ludlow, Herefordshire
- Land size
- 4.61 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5
Key Features
- Stunning Countryside Views & Sought-After Location
- Set in Approximately 4.61 Acres (1.87 Ha)
- High Specification
- Open Plan Kitchen / Dining / Living Room / Entertaining Space
- Five Reception Rooms
- Four Double Bedrooms with Two En-Suites
- Steel Framed Outbuilding 36.90 sqm with Potential for Multiple Uses
- Landscaped Gardens with Lake and Paddock
- EPC: D
- Freehold
Description
Situation: Wild Cherry Farm is a truly remarkable residence, seamlessly blending historic character with contemporary design to create an impeccably finished country home. Set in approximately 4.61 acres of immaculate gardens and grounds, this property enjoys a privileged position with breathtaking views across rolling countryside toward Mortimer Forest, offering a real sense of rural tranquillity.
Upon entry, the timber-framed hall welcomes with an impressive staircase and sets the tone for the home’s abundant character. Throughout, charming features such as exposed timber beams and quality joinery are perfectly balanced with state-of-the-art finishes and high-tech comforts.
The heart of this home is a magnificent open-plan kitchen and reception room which is a spectacular space for family life and entertaining. Flooded with natural light throughout, with generous windows and French doors, to appreciate the garden views and direct access to the outdoors. The bespoke kitchen is equipped with sleek wall and base units, premium integrated appliances including a Siemens oven, steam
oven, and warming drawer, and the option of a Falcon range cooker by separate negotiation. A cleverly concealed door reveals a useful pantry and separate utility room, enhancing the home’s practical appeal.
Further ground floor accommodation includes a welcoming sitting room with an impressive Jotul wood burning stove set within an exposed brick fireplace, while French doors open out onto an inviting terrace area. With a range of practical spaces to appreciate, including a generous boot room, shower room, additional laundry area, well-appointed gym and a ground floor study with plumbing.
The principal bedroom suite is accessed via a secondary hallway, creating a sense of privacy and exclusivity. This elegant room offers spectacular garden views, a walk-in dressing room area with extensive storage, a luxury en-suite shower room, and a delightful freestanding bath.
Upstairs, three further double bedrooms provide flexible family accommodation, including one with an en-suite shower room, and modern newly fitted family bathroom including a copper bath with his and hers sink. Finally the thoughtfully designed drawing room, with a vaulted ceiling, is a versatile space ideal for entertaining or relaxation.
Wild Cherry Farm’s beautifully landscaped gardens have been crafted for enjoyment and serenity, featuring sweeping lawns, mature trees, well-stocked herbaceous borders and a pretty rose garden. The grounds extend to a charming lake framed by lush greenery. An impressive kitchen garden is well provided with vegetable beds, a polytunnel and garden sheds.
Beyond the gardens lies a secure paddock, ideal for equestrian or hobby-farming pursuits, while a substantial steel-framed outbuilding offers approximately 3,884 sq ft of versatile space, thoughtfully segmented into various areas. These include a hobby room with electric and underfloor heating, a large barn with exceptional storage and garaging facilities, and a purpose-designed dog grooming suite complete with shower and drying area.
A private drive gently leads to ample parking, ensuring privacy and security.
Situated in a desirable rural position, Wild Cherry Farm offers seclusion without isolation. The market towns of Ludlow and Leominster are easily accessed, renowned for their historic charm, excellent independent shops, vibrant weekly markets and gastronomic delights, including Ludlow’s famous food festivals, cultural events and beautiful riverside walks. Mortimer Forest, nearby, provides extensive tracks for walking, cycling, and riding, creating the perfect environment for lovers of the outdoors. Excellent schools, both state and independent, are within easy reach, along with convenient transport links to Hereford, Shrewsbury, and wider road / rail connections.
This extraordinary home perfectly encapsulates the balance of refined country living, contemporary luxury and convenience to local amenities.
Services: Private water. Mains electricity. Private drainage, newly fitted. LPG central heating and under floor heating.
Council Tax: Band G
Postcode: SY8 2HQ
Local Authority: Herefordshire Council
Mobile Signal:
EE Y
Vodafone Y
O2 Y (Limited)
Three Y
Broadband Speed: Our research has indicated that Superfast Broadband is available at this property. Please conduct your own research to ensure the speeds meet your requirements.
Flood Risk: Surface Water, Rivers and the Sea: Very Low Risk.
Fixtures and Fittings: Whilst all attempts have been made to accurately describe the property in regard to fixtures and fittings, a comprehensive list will be made available by the seller’s solicitors.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Please note: There will be an overage clause on any future development.
Directions: From Ludlow town centre, turn left onto Whitcliff Road then stay on this road heading towards Elton for approximately 4.5 miles. Once you arrive
in Elton, the property can be found on the right hand side indicated with a Balfours for sale board.
What3Words: smelter.cool.processorAcreage: 4.61
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- TBC
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-08
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 998 Homes with Land listings in West Midlands (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 44% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Wigmore Primary School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 169
- Type
- Academy converter
- Orleton CofE Primary School3.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 175
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Leintwardine Endowed CE Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 75
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bishop Hooper Church of England Primary School4.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 121
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Laurence CofE Primary School4.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 237
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Wigmore School2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 467
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ludlow Church of England School4.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 626
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Earl Mortimer College8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 502
- Type
- Community school
- Tenbury High Ormiston Academy8.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 453
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Weobley High School13 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 533
- Type
- Community school
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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