Strawberry Hill, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18

Front cover Description

Situated In A Rural Location On The Outskirts Of Newent An Exceptionally Versatile Small Holding Approaching 5.3 Acres With An Extended Detached Three/ Four Bedroomed Family Home,  Paddocks Approaching 3.5 Acres Suitable For Equestrian Or Similar use, Range Of Outbuildings Including Workshop/Storage, Commercial Greenhouses, Detached Studio And Summerhouse. EPC E

Property Location

The property is situated in a rural location adjacent to Strawberry Hill Business Park approximately 1.5 miles north of the market town of Newent. Newent is an attractive and thriving unspoilt town with a range of attractions for shoppers and visitors. Many of the buildings date from the thirteenth Century and the centrepiece of the town is the Old Market Hall which was built in 1668. The town is approximately 9 miles from Ledbury and just 4 miles to Junction 3 of the M50 providing good access to the Midlands and South Wales.

Gloucester city centre lies approximately 10 miles to the east and Cheltenham 18 miles.

Property Description

COPPERFIELDS - 27, Strawberry Hill presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a versatile country home set in a private garden with adjoining paddocks an all  approaching 5.3 acres of, ideal for those seeking a smallholding, equestrian lifestyle, or simply a spacious family home in a peaceful rural setting.

Beautifully extended and improved by the current owners, the property offers well-proportioned, contemporary accommodation throughout. The ground floor comprises a welcoming reception hall,  generous utility/boot room, shower room with WC,  study/ bedroom 4, a spacious open-plan dining kitchen, and an inviting sitting room featuring bi-fold doors that open onto the rear garden, creating an excellent space for both family living and entertaining.

On the first floor, the impressive principal bedroom benefits from bi-fold doors leading onto a feature balcony overlooking the surrounding countryside. There are two further double bedrooms, one of which enjoys French doors opening onto a Juliette balcony with delightful views across the orchard, together with a stylishly re-fitted family bathroom.

Externally, the property is approached via a gated driveway leading to an extensive parking area. A range of useful outbuildings includes a substantial workshop with an attached store, commercial greenhouses requiring refurbishment, a detached studio with electricity and water connected, and a charming summerhouse.

The attractive grounds include private lawned gardens and a productive orchard with a variety of mature fruit trees, including cherry, apple, plum and greengage. Adjoining paddocks extend to approximately 3.5 acres, offering excellent potential for equestrian use, hobby farming or livestock, while enjoying far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside.

ACCOMMODATION

Entrance Hall

With glazed entrance doors. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Downlights. With doors leading to the study, shower room and sitting room. Stairs to first floor. Open to:

Utility Room - 4.24m x 3.58m (13'11" x 11'9")

With front aspect double glazed window. Wall mounted central heating boiler. Plumbing for washing machine. Radiator. Downlights. useful storeroom. Stable door opening to the kitchen/diner.

Study/ Bedroom 4 - 3.66m x 3.48m (12'0" x 11'5")

Front aspect double glazed window. Radiator. Downlights.

Shower Room

Part refurbished with suite comprising WC, wash hand basin, tiled shower cubicle. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Downlights. Extractor.

Kitchen/Diner - 4.78m x 3.58m (15'8" x 11'9")

Dual aspect with double glazed windows to side and rear overlooking the garden. Fitted with a comprehensive range of contemporary units with laminate countertops. One and a half bowl ceramic sink  unit. Integrated dishwasher, LPG Range cooker, Space for fridge freezer. Radiator. Door to:

Sitting Room - 6.86m x 4.78m (22'6" x 15'8")

Enjoying a south westerly aspect with bi-fold doors opening out onto the garden. Feature multi-fuel stove (5kw) with slate hearth and tiled surround. Wood flooring. Downlighting and wall lights. useful storage cupboard.

Landing

Access to an airing cupboard. Radiator. Downlights. Wood effect flooring. Doors leading to:

Master Bedroom - 6.35m x 3.91m (20'10" x 12'10")

Light and spacious with bi-fold doors opening out onto a generous balcony. Two Velux roof lights. Two radiators. Wood effect flooring. TV point. Door to a carpeted dressing room with Velux window, radiator and downlights. Door to:

En-Suite Wet Room

Fully tiled with raindrop shower, WC and wash hand basin. Rear aspect double glazed window.

Bedroom 2 - 4.8m x 4.09m (15'9" x 13'5")

With French windows opening to a Juliet balcony with views over the orchard. Velux roof light. Radiator. Downlights.

Bedroom 3 - 4.14m x 2.79m (13'7" x 9'2")

With side aspect double glazed window and Velux roof light. Fitted storage. Downlights. TV point.

Bathroom

Re-fitted bathroom with suite comprising WC, wash hand basin and bath. Ladder radiator. Downlights. Velux roof light.

Garden & Grounds

From Strawberry Lane a gated entrance and driveway provide access to the property and outbuildings with ample parking. Lawned gardens wrap around the property with mature hedging and trees providing privacy. Beyond the formal garden is a productive orchard with a selection of fruit trees including apple, plum, greengage and cherry. Adjoining paddocks extend to approximately 3.5 acres. Predominately two main paddocks with a small front enclosure being well enclosed by stock proof fencing. There is additional field access from Strawberry Lane to the front paddock, a footpath lies to the side of the property giving access to miles of countryside walks. Lovely views over the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed from the paddocks.

Outbuildings

Main workshop 45'1 x 34'4  with attached storage 29'4 x 24'1 with single phase electricity and water connected.

Commercial Greenhouses : Approx. 13,000 sq ft.

Summer House/ Gym :  19'11 x 19'9

Timber framed with double glazed windows and French doors. Electricity connected. Water available but not connected.

Studio : 16'2 x 9'8

Timber framed with electricity and water connected.

Directions

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Services

We have been advised that mains electricity, drainage and water are connected to the property. Central heating is LPG. This information has not been checked with the respective service providers and interested parties may wish to make their own enquiries with the relevant authorities. No statement relating to services or appliances should be taken to infer that such items are in satisfactory working order and intending purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves where necessary.

Tenure

Freehold

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

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: )

Council Tax -

COUNCIL TAX BAND "D" 

EPC

The EPC rating for this property is E (45).