Lower House Farm, Thornbury, Bromyard

Lower House FarmThornbury | Bromyard | HR7 4NJ

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Lower House FarmThis delightful five-bedroom Grade II Listed family home, which comprises a 16th-century wing attached to a larger 18th-century extension with a cellar, is set in an elevated position in the village of Thornbury and offers outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. Set in grounds of around two acres, the property also includes a large and versatile modern barn with an adjacent parking area.

“We’ve been here 19 years,” recalls Dave. “We were looking to escape from Birmingham and wanted a property with five bedrooms for our children plus access to good schools. This charming property, part red brick and part black-and-white timbered, offered us the space we needed and was also located in a nice area amid a friendly community.”

“The house needed some improvements, including a damp proof course,” explains Dave. “We also dry lined bedroom and bathroom external walls for insulation and replaced some of the windows with double-glazed windows. There were two bathrooms but no showers, so we added showers and put in a new shower room as well. Eight years ago we installed new bespoke handmade units in the breakfast kitchen, which is in the older wing and opens to a utility room and a snug. The breakfast kitchen also leads to the dual aspect drawing room in the 18th-century wing, where there’s also a handy smaller kitchen adjoining the formal dining room. We exposed the wooden floors throughout the house, except for three of the bedrooms, while on the landings we had a new ash floor put in.”

“The garden, once used for a nursery business, was a neglected wilderness,” continues Dave. “We brought it up to scratch, landscaping it with new lawns, shrubs and flower beds, as well as constructing a seating area with a pond, waterfall and fountain. We also added a wooden summer house. As well as family occasions, we’ve hosted all kinds of charity and fund-raising events in the garden, as there’s ample room for marquees. There’s also a vegetable patch with a greenhouse, and soft fruit, including strawberries, raspberries and blackcurrants. Another greenhouse has a grape vine. The modern barn, which has a small orchard close by, had been used for the nursery; we use it as a workshop and store but it offers all sorts of possibilities as it has electricity, water and a large parking area to the front.”

“Thornbury is small with only a church, but nearby Bromyard has a range of amenities, including supermarkets, a sports centre, primary and secondary schools, and a public hall,” adds Dave. “It’s a very active community with lots going on including a theatre run by volunteers, a thriving University of the Third Age and numerous festivals throughout the year. Leominster’s our nearest large town, while Hereford, Worcester and Ledbury are all within easy reach. Malvern and Worcester have train services to Birmingham and London Paddington, while Birmingham is also commutable by car within an hour, which I’ve done quite a lot.”

“We hope to stay in the area but we need to downsize now,” Dave and Vern conclude. “However, we’ll miss the peace and quiet of Lower House Farm.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.


In a rural setting, a delightful period Grade II Listed detached former farmhouse with large outbuilding set in approximately 2 acres of grounds. Having characterful accommodation of bespoke breakfast kitchen with Aga, three reception rooms, large utility room, second kitchen, cellar, five bedrooms, two bathrooms, en suite bathroom and two further WC’s. With LPG central heating throughout, superior far reaching countryside views, extensive parking, landscaped gardens and summerhouse. Viewing highly recommended.

THE AREAThe property is situated in the village of Thornbury approximately 5 minutes’ drive away from the historic market town of Bromyard, which offers a Thursday market, wide range of independent shops, pubs, restaurants, banks, post office, chemist, supermarket, delicatessen, butchers, primary school, secondary school/college, community hospital, library, leisure centre and community theatre.

Further facilities can be found nearby in Leominster, Ludlow, Ledbury, Malvern, Hereford and Worcester. The area offers a wide range of outdoor sports and activities with ample walking available on Bringsty Common, the Bromyard Downs and The Malvern Hills which are only a short distance away.

Bromyard 4 miles, Bredenbury 4 miles, Leominster 11 miles, Malvern 15 miles, Ledbury 16 miles, Hereford 16½ miles, Worcester 17½ miles, Birmingham 40 miles

THE ACCOMMODATIONSteps lead up to the front entrance door, which opens into:

Entrance HallWith wooden flooring, coved ceiling, doors off, staircase rising to first floor.

Dining Room 4.10m x 5.28m (13’5” x 17’4”)Double glazed bay window to the side, double glazed window to the front, feature stone fireplace with log grate, coved ceiling, exposed floorboards.

Drawing Room 8.90m x 3.61m (29’2” x 11’10”)Windows to front and rear. Having feature fireplace with inset wood burning stove, decorative wooden surround and tiled hearth, original coved ceiling, TV point, exposed floorboards. Door to:

Breakfast Kitchen 5.44m x 5.00m (17’10” x 16’5”)Windows to front, side and rear. Fitted with a bespoke range of base and wall mounted cabinets, ceramic double sink with mixer tap and granite worksurface surrounds, exposed wooden floor, stainless steel vegetable sink, feature four oven oil fired Aga with twin hot plate, electric hob to the side, exposed beams, plumbing and space for dishwasher. Staircase rising to first floor, door to rear hall and door to:

Snug 3.67m x 4.21m (12’ x 13’10”) Double glazed bay window to front, window to side, feature stained glass window, exposed beams, feature carved fireplace with open fire on a tiled hearth, TV point.

Rear HallwayDouble doors out to garden, quarry tiled floor, exposed beams, door to:

Utility/Laundry Room 4.25m x 3.28m (13’11” x 10’9”) Double glazed window to side, window to front, quarry tiled floor, housing central heating boiler, fitted with base and wall cabinets, integrated fridge, worksurfaces, 1½ bowl asterite sink unit with mixer tap, plumbing and space for washing machine.

Second Kitchen 2.24m x 3.47m (7’4” x 11’5”) Double glazed window to side. Fitted with a range of base and wall mounted cabinets, stainless steel sink unit, electric oven and hob, tiled splashbacks.

Rear Lobby Door out to verandah, doors to cellar and to:

CloakroomWith low level WC, wash hand basin, tiled floor, window to rear.

Cellar 4.78m x 5.55m (15’8” x 18’3”Ideal storage space.

Rear StoreDoor to Courtyard, an ideal potting and storage area.

First Floor LandingWindow to rear, exposed wooden floor, coved ceiling.

Master Bedroom 4.79m x 4.09m (15’9” x 13’5”)Double glazed window to side, window to front, exposed wooden flooring, coved ceiling, TV point, door to:

Dressing AreaTwo double wardrobes, exposed wooden floor, double glazed window to side, archway to:

En suite Bathroom Fitted with a suite comprising bath, double walk-in shower, low level WC, wash hand basin in vanity unit, shaving point, exposed wooden floor, tiled walls, heated towel rail, extractor fan.

Bedroom Two 4.73m x 3.18m (15’6” x 10’5”)Double glazed window to front, built-in wardrobes.

CloakroomWindow to rear, low level WC, wash hand basin in vanity unit, exposed wooden floor, half tiled, shaving light and point.


Study 3.23m x 3.76m (10’7” x 12’4”)Window to side, exposed wooden floor, telephone point, half glazed door to:

BathroomObscure window to side. Fitted with a suite comprising bath with claw feet, low level WC, enclosed shower cubicle, exposed wooden floor, heated towel rail, wall tiling, vaulted ceiling, twin sinks with marble top and cupboards under.

Steps down to:

Second LandingWindow to rear, exposed wooden floor, additional window to side, stairs down to kitchen.

Shower RoomFitted with a suite comprising enclosed walk-in shower, low level WC, wash hand basin in vanity unit, chrome heated towel rail, feature glass bricks providing additional light, extractor fan.

Bedroom Three 4.20m x 3.81m (13’9” x 12’6”)Window to front, exposed beams.

Bedroom Four 2.75m x 2.81m (9’ x 9’3”)Window to front.

Bedroom Five 3.80m x 1.79m (12’6” x 5’10”)Window to side.

OUTSIDEThe property is approached off the single track lane onto a paved parking area which leads to the front steps. The main feature of the property is the beautiful gardens to all sides providing ample space for entertaining and would be perfect for keen gardeners, as it has a large vegetable plot, greenhouses, lawned areas, shrubs, maturing plants and is surrounded by hedging and trees providing privacy on all sides. The garden enjoys a number of feature seating areas including a circular seating area with water feature and ornamental pond and a summer house.

To the rear of the house is a block paved patio area providing an ideal outdoor dining area which leads to:

Gardeners toilet Brick built with low level WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle and quarry tiled floor. Having attached log store with light and power.

Outbuilding 8.71m x 16.80m (28’7” x 55’1”)A fantastic and versatile outbuilding accessed separately off the lane via double opening wooden gates. Ideal for running a business from home or for the hobbyist, ample space for vintage cars/caravans or as a large workshop. The building provides ample storage and has a mezzanine floor, useful for a number of purposes, having light and

power, large roller shutter door and personal access door, outside light and cold water tap. There is also an enclosed workshop area with power and sink unit with hot and cold water.

DirectionsFrom Leominster head on the A44 towards Worcester, after 2 miles turn left signed Hatfield & Pudleston, continue for 1½ miles and turn right signed Hatfield & Hampton Charles, proceed for another 2½ miles and turn right signed Thornbury & Bromyard, continue along and the property can be found on the left hand side as identified by the Agents For Sale board.

From Bromyard head north on the B4214 Tenbury Road, after 2 miles turn left signed Thornbury & Hampton Charles, proceed for another 2 miles into the village and the property can be found on the right hand side as identified by the Agents For Sale board.

ServicesMains water, mains electricity, oil fired Aga, LPG central heating, septic tank drainage, broadband connected.

Council Tax Band F – Herefordshire Council 2015/16 £2248.31

VIEWINGBy appointment through selling agents – McCartneys LLP: 01568 610222

NOTICEFloor Plan for illustrative purposes only, not to scale. All measurements and distances are approximate. The normal enquiries carried out by a purchaser’s Solicitor and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s Surveyor have not been carried out by the Selling Agents for the purpose of preparation of these particulars. Messrs McCartneys LLP for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract; no person in the employment of McCartneys LLP has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

MCCARTNEYS LLPREGISTERED OFFICE: McCartneys LLP, The Ox Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AA. Tel: 01584 872251. REGISTERED NO: OC310186


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 26.08.2015

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