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Guide Price£625,000

Watery Lane, Yarkhill HR1

Land size
2 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • EXTENDED DETACHED COUNTY PROPERTY ENJOYING COUNTYSIDE VIEWS
  • LARGE GARDEN WITH ADJOINING PADDOCK IN ALL APPROX. TWO ACRES.
  • FOUR BEDROOMS - ENSUITE TO MASTER BEDROOM
  • THREE RECEPTION ROOMS
  • RE-FITTED DINING/ KITCHEN
  • GROUND FLOOR WETROOM
  • SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM
  • ATTACHED WORKSHOP (OPTIONAL OFFICE FOR HOME WORKING)
  • NO ONWARD CHAIN
  • VIEWING ESSENTIAL

Description

A SPACIOUS EXTENDED FOUR BEDROOM CHARACTER PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE RURAL HAMLET OF YARKHILL ENJOYING FAR REACHING VIEWS WITH A LARGE GARDEN AND ADJOINING PADDOCK IN ALL APPROXIMATELY TWO ACRES. EPC E. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED  

Location

Yarkhill is a largely agricultural parish and boasts a welcoming community and local church and community centre. It offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with excellent connectivity. Everyday essentials are easily accessible, with a Texaco petrol station and shop located just a mile away in Newtown, Hereford City approximately 7 miles distant and the market town of Ledbury approximately 9 miles distant.
Ideal for those seeking a rural setting without sacrificing convenience.

Description

Covender House is an attractive detached country property nestled close to the desirable  hamlet of Yarkhill enjoying far reaching countryside views with a large garden and adjoining ONE ACRE paddock.
Believed to date back to the 1930's, the property has been within the same ownership since 1969. It was fully modernised and extended in 1970 and lovingly renovated and reconfigured in 2016 creating a spacious four bedroomed family home retaining its character and charm with original features including exposed floorboards, fireplaces and a cast iron woodfired oven in the snug, historically the kitchen.
The accommodation comprises to the ground floor a welcoming a spacious reception/dining hall,  inner hall, dining/kitchen, snug, wet room and  utility room with access to an adjoining workshop with external access; this could be suitable for a home office/studio. To the first floor is the triple aspect master bedroom enjoying far reaching countryside views with en-suite shower room, three further bedrooms and the family bathroom.
Outside the property enjoys a large level garden arranged mainly to lawn with an adjoining paddock having separate access via the bridleway to the side of the property, in all the garden and paddock measure approximately two acres. Access to the property is via a large tarmac driveway providing  parking for multiple vehicles.
The agent recommends an early inspection to appreciate this lovely home, rural setting and generous grounds.

Covered Porch 

Reception Hall 4.21m (13ft 7in) x 3.49m (11ft 3in)
Light and airy room enjoying front aspect double glazed windows with countryside views. Wood effect flooring. Fitted bookshelves. Radiator. Telephone point.

Inner Hallway
With staircase to first floor. Front aspect double glazed window. Wood effect flooring. Radiator. Door to KITCHEN/DINER described later. Door to:

Sitting Room 6.07m (19ft 7in) x 3.56m (11ft 6in)
With two front aspect double glazed windows enjoying countryside views. Original cast iron fireplace (chimney currently capped off). Two radiators.

kitchen / Diner 4.93m (15ft 11in) x 4.52m (14ft 7in)
Extended in 2016 and fitted with a comprehensive range of contemporary shaker style units. Stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit. Integrated appliances to include dishwasher under counter fridge. Electric range cooker with Calor gas hob and extractor over. Space for fridge freezer. Downlights. Two radiators. Rear aspect double glazed widows with garden views. Doors to wet room and utility room.

Study/ Snug 3.56m (11ft 6in) x 2.61m (8ft 5in)
With double glazed window to rear. With original cast iron oven. Fitted storage. Wood effect flooring. Radiator. TV point.

Utility Room 3.66m (11ft 10in) x 2.14m (6ft 11in)
With matching base cupboards. Stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit. Floor mounted WORCESTER OIL FIRED BOILER. Plumbing for washing machine. Radiator. Rear aspect double glazed window and door to the garden. Door to:

Workshop 5.27m (17ft) x 3.66m (11ft 10in)
Previously a garage with light and power. Front and side aspect double glazed windows and French doors opening to the garden.

Wetroom
With electric shower. Wc and wash hand basin. Two double glazed windows with obscured glass. Ladder radiator. Downlights.

First Floor Landing
With exposed floorboards. Radiator. Access to roof space. Downlights. Doors to:

Master Bedroom  6.40m (20ft 8in) x 3.56m (11ft 6in)
Triple aspect with far reaching country side views to the front and garden views to the rear. Feature cast iron fireplace. Two radiators. Wood effect flooring. Telephone point. Door to:

En-Suite Shower Room
With double glazed window to rear. White suite comprising WC and wash hand basin. Walk-in shower. Fitted cupboards. Towel ladder radiator. Radiator. Downlights. Extractor fan.

Bedroom 2 4.57m (14ft 9in) x 3.64m (11ft 9in)
Two double glazed windows to front with far reaching views. Exposed floorboards. Original cast iron fireplace. Radiator. TV point.

Bedroom 3 3.64m (11ft 9in) x 2.71m (8ft 9in)
With double glazed window to front. Exposed floorboards. Storage area. Radiator.
Bedroom 4 3.61m (11ft 8in) x 2.68m (8ft 8in)
With double glazed window to rear. Exposed floorboards. Radiator.

Bathroom
Fitted with a white suite comprising panelled bath, WC and wash hand basin with light/shaverpoint over. Walk-in shower. Double glazed window to rear with obscured glass. Extractor fan. Radiator.

Outside
A large tarmac driveway provides  parking for multiple vehicles.
The property is set back from the lane behind a lawned foregarden with a gravelled pathway to the side of the property giving access to the generous rear garden. The garden is wheelchair friendly with a pathway from the rear of the utility room leading down to a paved seating area and generous area of lawn beyond with attractive flower borders. There is an area of orchard including 2 Damson and 4 Cider apple trees and a cottage garden. Beyond the garden is an adjoining level fenced paddock of approximately one acre with vehicular access via the bridleway to the side of the property. There is a Summerhouse, greenhouse, garden shed and storage container included in the sale.

Agents Note
Please note there was an insurance claim made in 2007 due to the property flooding. Since the extensive re-configuration works in 2016, the flood risk has considerably reduced.
The drive and garden does suffer from occasional surface water flooding.

Services

We have been advised that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Central heating is oil fired. Private drainage is via a water treatment plant. 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.

Directions

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Council Tax

COUNCIL TAX BAND "E"

Energy Performance Certificate

The EPC rating for this property is E (43).

Viewing

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

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 formally 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.

Agents Notes

Please note there was an insurance claim made in 2007 due to the property flooding.
The drive and garden does suffer from occasional surface water flooding.

Tenure

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

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-09-23

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,033 Homes with Land listings in West Midlands (1+ acres).

This Property£312,500 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £182,077 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
43 E
79 C

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
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Double Glazing, Oil Heating, Central Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

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
Driveway
Garden
Private 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

900 Mbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Good LimitedVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

  • Ashperton Primary Academy2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    202
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Burley Gate CofE Primary School3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    92
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Withington Primary School3.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    69
    Type
    Community school
  • Lugwardine Primary Academy3.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    150
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Mordiford CofE Primary School4.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    190
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • St Mary's RC High School4.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    745
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School5.6 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,089
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Aylestone School5.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    443
    Type
    Community school
  • John Masefield High School6.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    849
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Queen Elizabeth High School7.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    421
    Type
    Academy converter

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

Spar - Lower Eggleton, Newtown, Herefordshire, HR81.2 miles
Co-op Tupsley, Hereford5.8 miles
Morrisons Daily Tupsley Quarry Road, Hereford6.1 miles

GP surgery

Fownhope Medical Centre5.5 miles

Pharmacy

Rowlands Pharmacy5.7 miles

Hospital

Wye Valley Hospital6.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Ledbury Rail Station6.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Church Turn1.1 miles

Typical drive times

Ledbury15 min · 8.2 miles
Bromyard20 min · 11 miles
Great Malvern24 min · 15 miles
Hereford (city)19 min · 8.4 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

High risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 3.

Surface water

High risk (1 in 30)

Not at the pin: mapped about 30 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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