4 bedroom house

A most attractive Grade II listed country home with outstanding gardens and useful paddocks.


Description

Holdfast Post is a classic well-proportioned Grade II listed country home which has received sympathetic renovation and modernisation. The property is thought to date back to the 15th or 16th century and features the original cruck beams and timber framework under a pitched tiled roof with tall chimneys set at either end of the roof line. The house has immense character with fascinating exposed beams throughout and wonderful leaded glass windows as well as a wealth of period features.

The beautiful gardens of about 1 acre include a detached garage and an eye catching period outbuilding which is currently used as a garden store, potting shed and loggia, but has further potential subject to the necessary consents.

Also included are the 3 surrounding paddocks which total 11.4 acres together with a fine stable block with separate access to the lane. There are 2 large stables, a tack room and a feed store, all in good order and the stables and paddock have a separate water supply providing an ideal option for any equine or farming activity.

The property is located in a peaceful position along a country lane in South Worcestershire near the Gloucestershire border. Local footpaths and bridleways provide excellent walking and riding in some of Worcestershire’s best countryside. Day to day shopping, schools, theatres etc can be found in Upton upon Severn or nearby Malvern and Tewkesbury with even more comprehensive facilities found in Worcester and Cheltenham that are only 30 minutes away by car. Communications are excellent with easy access to the M5 and M50 motorways.

Accommodation
The formal entrance from the drive leads through a solid oak front door to the reception hall with a warm red quarry tiled floor, a wonderful staircase leading to the first floor and a guest cloakroom. Beyond is a large conservatory providing delightful southerly views across the garden to the wildlife pond. The impressive drawing room spans the full depth of the westerly side and features exposed oak flooring, large Camelot traditional inglenook fireplace with canopy, feature radiators and enjoys good natural light from 3 sides. The combined kitchen and family room occupies the central section of the house and has English limestone floors. The outstanding bespoke kitchen features a wealth of floor and wall mounted cupboards, 4 oven cream “AGA” cooker, light granite surfaces and built in appliances together with breakfast bar. The room enjoys an open plan layout with informal living beyond and stunning views of the garden. Situated adjacent is a large dining room with French doors to the garden and private study. Day to day access to the kitchen is via a side entrance which also leads to a good sized utility room with the same bespoke units and a separate boot room. Worthy of note is the large dining room and study was used by a previous owner as a ground floor bedroom suite.

The first floor level is accessed via the elegant oak staircase and leads to a central landing hallway. The main bedroom is situated on the south west corner with double height leaded windows, en suite shower room and built in wardrobes. There are three further bedrooms, all enjoying period features and lovely aspects. The family bathroom features an impressive modern suite with a double ended slipper bath and a separate shower.

The house has been completely re-plumbed and is heated by a modern oil fired boiler. However, every room has been fitted with Bohemian antique style cast iron radiators, that enhance the historical feel as well as providing economical operation.

Outside
Holdfast Post is accessed via a tarmac driveway and 5 bar timber gate, leading to a parking area for numerous vehicles and the garage with workshop. The truly delightful gardens surround the house and feature a good sized wildlife pond, mature beds, well stocked borders and topiary. A brick path leads away from the house down a walkway with planted borders to the stables. To the side of this path are productive vegetable and rose gardens set out in formal French style with box hedges. There is also a large productive fruit cage and greenhouse. Another tarmac pathway to the East leads to the outbuilding and beyond this is an array of 20 ground mounted solar panels. The lawns have 2 double gates that lead through to the paddocks providing a wonderful space for outdoor parties with marquees and convenient parking. The main lawn to the south contains the wildlife pond that has mature plants and shrubs. There is a patio area overlooking the pond that enjoys all day sun and is an ideal spot for a BBQ.

Location

Communications are good with fast access to the M50, M5 motorways and A38 trunk road. Day to day shopping can be found in Upton upon Severn and Ledbury which also feature good local schooling and healthcare facilities. More comprehensive shopping and facilities are found in Malvern, Worcester and Cheltenham.

Square Footage: 2,936 sq ft




Acreage: 12.6 Acres

Directions

(WR8 0RA) From the bridge at Upton upon Severn, turn left through the town and out past the new Doctors Surgery. At the top of the hill turn left onto the B4211 towards Longdon until the end of the 40mph limit where you take the first left to Holdfast and Queenhill. Holdfast Post is on your left hand side after 0.6 mile.


Additional Info

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Private well that feeds an independent grey water system and provides water to the garden.

Tenure: Freehold

Local authority: Malvern Hills District Council

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills.

Marketed by: Savills, Cheltenham