Summary of Features

Secluded period, extended rural cottage (1,528 sq ft)
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 receptions plus kitchen and a utility room
Set within a large garden with an adjacent field
Elevated position with views towards the Malvern Hills
Substantially modernised with some renovation outstanding
Good potential for further enhancement

Location

Mileages: Much Marcle 2 miles, Ledbury & Ross-on-Wye within 7 miles, Hereford 13 miles, Malvern 14 miles, Worcester 23 miles, Cheltenham 28, Birmingham 60 miles
Road: M50 (Jct 4) 5 miles, (Jct 2) 10 miles; M5 (Jct 8) 21 miles
Railway: Ledbury, Hereford, Malvern
Airport: Birmingham & Bristol (64 miles)

Acreage

In all about 3.26 Acres.

Situation

Lyne Down is situated close to the attractive rural village of Much Marcle (2 miles) in south Herefordshire between the market towns of Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye. The area is surrounded by rolling countryside dotted with pastureland and cider apple orchards, for which the region is well known. This part of Herefordshire is still very much a rural community with a timeless appeal but also benefits from excellent communication links to the rest of the country.

Upper House

A charming country cottage set within spacious grounds, in a secluded and elevated location. Away from the madding crowds yet with great accessibility.
This period property originates from the early 1800’s and has subsequently been extended. Predominantly south facing and enjoying good solar gain, this cottage has excellent rural views.
The front entrance porch opens to the main reception room with feature wood burning stove. There is a second, double aspect living room with lots of natural light and good proportions. This links to the utility room and rear door.

Upper House (continued)

The kitchen is to the rear of the house and benefits from lovely views over the adjoining paddock. This has not been renovated and does require investment, but there is enormous scope to enlarge and improve this space.
Likewise, the utility room remains a blank canvass and could easily be linked to the kitchen to create a more practically usable room.
Beyond the kitchen is the stairwell and a smart WC, with a further adjacent external door.
On the first floor, a landing links 3 smart bedrooms with the stylish fitted bathroom. These rooms all have good views and benefit from the elevated position.

The Outside

The shared entrance track is relatively modest at about 4m wide. This serves two other properties prior to reaching the entrance gateway to this property, a distance of some 75 meters.
A hard surface parking bay has been constructed to service this cottage and the holiday units.
Two, single storey outbuildings provide garaging and useful storage, adjacent to the entrance drive and parking area.

The Outside (continued)

A generous garden wraps around the cottage and has been securely fenced together with a separate vegetable garden.
Beyond the garden is a large permanent pasture paddock with hedged boundaries and gently rising away from the cottage.
The paddock provides 2.82 Acres of pasture.

Planning Consent

Planning was granted in 2024 for the installation of two shepherds huts for holiday use, see planning reference P233688/F for full details. Suitable parking and a landscaping scheme were conditions of the consent; the parking facility has already been installed and the landscaping scheme approved.

Material Information

Services

Mains electricity and water, private drainage (septic tank), oil-fired central heating and a wood burning stove.

Broadband

Standard broadband is available (circa 6 Mbps d/l).

Mobile Phone Signal

Good reception with most mainstream providers.

Local Authority

Herefordshire Council: 01432 260000.

Council Tax

Band “E” (£3,079 for 2026/27).

Tenure

Freehold.

Construction

Red brick and part stone under a clay tile roof.

Listing

This property is not Listed.

Planning Permission

There is extant consent for the installation of two shepherds huts for holiday rental (P233688/F, 5/6/24).

EPC

Rated: TBC.

Flood Risk

There is no known flood risk to this property.

Access

From a public road via a short, shared pprivate track between three properties, with joint maintenance.

Public Access

There are no Rights of Way or Public Footpaths over this property.

Covenants

None of which the Vendor or Agent are aware.

Conservation Status

The property is not within a National Landscape (formerly an AONB), or a Conservation Area.

Buyers Purchase Fee

Please note that buyers are required to pay a Purchase Fee of £300 (inc. of VAT) to Grant & Co on offer acceptance, to process a new transaction.

General Information

Schools

Primary: Much Marcle. Further information available at: www.herefordshire.gov.uk
Secondary: Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye. Further information available at: www.herefordshire.gov.uk
Independent: Malvern, Hereford, Worcester, Cheltenham & Gloucester all have some outstanding independent schools. Further information available at: www.isc.co.uk

Local

The popular village of Much Marcle has a good range of amenities including a pub, restaurant, village hall, Church and a good primary school. The attractive market towns of Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye are easily accessible and provide a broad range of amenities to meet most day-to-day requirements, including supermarkets, doctor’s surgeries, cottage/community hospitals, theatres, and a mainline rail station in Ledbury. More comprehensive retail options can be found at Hereford, Worcester, and Cheltenham, and a little further afield in Birmingham.

Recreational

The area offers a wide range of outdoor sports and activities, with the Malvern Hills and Wye Valley within easy access. Ledbury is renowned for its annual Poetry Festival, and there are a variety of local and traditional events held in the region throughout the year. Much Marcle holds a two-day steam Rally each summer, as well as a Large Model Aircraft Show weekend in the autumn. Hellens House (Much Marcle) and Eastnor Castle (Eastnor) are both seasonally open to the public and hold a wide variety of tours, concerts, and events.

Recreational (continued)

The Three Counties Showground (Malvern) hosts a wide variety of events including the RHS Spring & Autumn Garden Shows and the Royal Three Counties Show.

Directions - HR8 2NT

From Ledbury: From the ring road, head West on the A449 towards Ross on Wye, continue for 3.9 miles to Much Marcle. Pass the Walwyn Arms on your left and continue 1.6 miles until the first small crossroads, turn right to Lyne Down. Continue up hill to the T junction, turn right then immediately left into a narrow, unmarked track. This property is at the top of the track, approximately 75 metres.

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Viewings

By prior appointment only via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341.

Agents Notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents.

Agents Notes (continued)

The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale.