Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to The Becks The Common, Ledbury, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the HR8 1LY area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £455,000 and a rental potential of £2,958 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jun 24, 2014. It's possible the property has changed since then,
but we are dedicated to giving you everything you need to make smart property decisions. Here's a snippet, and if you'd like to view the full thing, just click to expand.
"DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! This well proportioned FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED COTTAGE (Stone & part timbered origins) in need of further modernisation/improvement or a scheme of re-development given the size of the gardens (1/3rd to 1/2 an acre) which may include a further Building Plot (S.T.P.P)
This is an outstanding opportunity for the discerning buyer to acquire a quite delightful detached Cottage (with Victorian additions in the main) and offers excellent sized family accommodation that anyone could move straight in to and enjoy the setting. ?The Becks? is located approx. 1.5 miles from the heart of Ledbury and is thus convenient for the amenities therein and for commuters, Hereford, Worcester and Malvern are within easy travelling distance via rail (Ledbury has a Main-line Railway Station) and the M50 motorway (Junction 2) is readily accessible at Redmarley some 6 miles from the property.
We are delighted to offer ?For Sale? this well proportioned, character FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED COTTAGE in need of further modernisation and improvement or potentially a scheme of re-development given the size of the gardens and a potential Building Plot (S.T.P.P.). ?The Becks? has Stone and part timbered origins from the end of the 18th Century with later extensions and currently it offers around 1,750sq.ft G.I.A. of accommodation. set within Gardens/Grounds in excess of 1/3rd of an ACRE (when bought our vendors were advised it was around 0.5 of an Acre). ?The Becks? features a wealth of exposed beams and timbers, electric, solid fuel and oil fired heating via the AGA within the Kitchen.
The property currently offers a drive and a parking area with this leading to the GARAGE and as evident from the photographs herein, the property features exposed beams to many areas, ledged & braced doors and overall we highly recommend your viewing of this superb character home.
THE PROPERTY COMPRISES AS FOLLOWS (all dimensions stated are approximate)
Entrance via Hardwood part glazed front door leading to:
Entrance Porch 5?3?? x 4? with dual side aspect single glazed leaded windows, ceiling light point and a further hardwood part glazed door leads to:
Large Dining Hall/Living Room with front aspect aluminium framed double glazed windows to the Bay with a window seat and a side aspect single glazed window to the large Bay (former inglenook fireplace?). Room has quarry tiled flooring and a wealth of exposed beams/timbers plus a night storage heater, power points, two ceiling light points, door to Understairs Cupboard and further doors to Utility, Kitchen and to the:
SNUG / Dining Room 11?2??min. (14?2??into Bay) x 11?2?? with front aspect aluminium framed double glazed windows to the Bay plus exposed beams/timbers to ceiling and walls. Brickette fireplace with raised hearth and provision for open fires. The Room is completed by a night storage heater, power points, ceiling light point; Staircase to First Floor and a door to:
Sitting Room 20?2??max. into Bay (18?0??min.) x 11?9??max. with front aspect aluminium framed double glazed patio doors and windows to a further Bay plus room has a side aspect aluminium framed double glazed window, a chimney breast with tiled fireplace and provision for open fires. Room also has two night storage heaters, power ponts, T.V. aerial point/connection, two wall light points and a ceiling light point. Finally door to a large shelved Storage Cupboard 3?2?? x 2?10??.
From the Dining Hall further door to:
Excellent Sized BREAKFAST KITCHEN 24?9?? overall x 8?2??max. (7?8??min.) Having two rear aspect sash windows plus a side aspect single glazed window. The Kitchen features: some exposed timber/beams to ceiling and some walls, fitted Kitchen units being ?Light Oak? panel door and drawer style base and wall units plus a tall appliance unit and wall units. Laminate worktops with inset 1? bowl stainless steel sink, space and provision for undercounter fridge or freezer, fitted baby AGA (oil fired), tall appliance housing with NEFF electric double oven plus a NEFF electric hob inset to the worktop. Kitchen is completed by: numerous power points, two strip lights to ceiling, telephone point, Breakfast Bar for 3-4 persons, airer to ceiling and a door to the:
Utility 9?9?? x 8?4??max. (7?9??min.) with rear aspect single glazed sash window and a further side aspect single glazed window. Laminate fronted wall units and laminate worktop area with stainless steel single bowl sink and pluming and waste below for an automatic washing machine. Further space and provision for an upright fridge/freezer, fitted shelving, power points, strip light to ceiling and finally a capped concealed Well with defunct pump system; door leading to the Rear Porch, further narrow door to the Dining Hall/Living Room and further door to:
Downstairs W.C 6? x 3? with side aspect single glazed window, White low level close coupled W.C and a ceiling light point.
Rear Porch 3?8?? x 3?8?? with dual side aspect hardwood doors leading to the Rear Garden.
Staircase from Snug/Dining Room to:
Character Study Landing 11?3?? x 7?7?? having a front aspect low level glazed window plus a wealth of exposed beams & timbers to walls & ceiling (in parts). With ceiling light point, access hatch to loft, doors to Bedroom Two and Three (low door to Bed Three) plus step up from the Study Landing to the:
Inner Landing with exposed beams and timbers to walls and ceiling plus part leaded glazed window to side aspect. Ceiling light point, doors to Bedroom Four, Bathroom and a Separate W.C. plus 2 stairs to a small Upper Landing with door which leads to:-
Main Bedroom 18? x 11?9??max. With front and side aspect aluminium framed double glazed windows; chimney Breast with tiled fireplace; varnished floorboards, two built-in/ fitted Wardrobes, power points and a ceiling light point.
Doors from Landing Areas to other rooms as follows:-
Bedroom Two 14?3??into Bay x 11?3?? with aluminium framed double glazed windows to Bay; some exposed beams to walls and ceiling plus sloping ceiling in parts. Having power points, night storage heater, ceiling light point and a built-in Wardrobe.
Bedroom Three 11?3?? x 10?0??max. with front aspect aluminium framed double glazed window and a side aspect window. Exposed beams and timbers in parts to ceiling and walls, power points and a ceiling light point.
Bedroom Four 12?10?? x 8?2?? with side aspect aluminium framed double glazed window. Exposed beams and timbers to some walls etc.. and having a night storage heater, power points, ceiling light point, built in Wardrobe and finally a vanitory unit with wash hand basin inset.
Bathroom 7?6?? x 5? with rear aspect single glazed sash window; fitted White suite comprising; pedestal wash hand basin and a panel sided bath with Mira Sport electric shower over and full height tiling to bath area plus a glass shower screen. The Bathroom is completed by a ceiling light point, wall mounted electric heater, mirror over basin, door to high level cupboards above the deep, double door Large Airing Cupboard housing the Hot water cylinder and slatted shelving.
Separate W.C 5?1?? x 3?6?? with rear aspect single glazed sash window, fitted White W.C and a ceiling light point.
OUTSIDE/GARDENS
?The Becks? is set back from The Common behind a ?Five Bar Gated? tarmacadam drive offering parking for Three/Four Vehicles currently and this leads to the:
Single Garage 16?7?? x 8?3?? with up and over door and side aspect single glazed window. To the Rear of the Garage (and part of the structure are TWO lockable Outhouses/Stores to include a 3?8?? x 3?4?? and the other is 5?2?? x 3?0??. Coal House
Garden areas in brief are mainly laid to lawn with mature flower beds and shrubberies; well stocked flower and shrub borders and herbaceous borders, trees and hedging plus a pedestrian gate leads from ?The Common? (Road) to a stoned/cobbled path to the front door and a path leads thereafter round to the side and rear of the property with a large patio area and steps to further paths to former vegetable garden areas and soft fruit beds, to the Greenhouse and also to TWO Garden Sheds and to the oil tank, and back round to the Garage..
The gardens/ grounds as a whole extend to a maximum of 0.5 of an Acre and are mainly enclosed by hedging and/or fencing to boundaries.
TENURE The tenure is understood to be FREEHOLD
VIEWING via KIMBERLEY?S Estate Agents TEL: 01531635151
SERVICES Mains Electricity & Water, Mains Drainage plus an Oil Storage Tank. Mains gas available in the road.
TELEPHONE LINE Subject to B.T. connection regulations
VACANT POSSESSION UPON COMPLETION OF
THE PURCHASE
N.B. Room sizes stated are approx. and measured wall to wall. If you require measurements for carpets or other purposes, we recommend that you measure the RELEVANT areas.
AGENTS NOTE 1 We have not tested systems, services or appliances, therefore we cannot confirm them to be free from defects, purchasers must check condition prior to purchase.
AGENTS NOTE 2 Carpets where fitted are included. Other items or fittings in photographs e.g. curtains, curtain tracks/poles, light fittings or appliances are excluded unless negotiated for.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property."
1,027 sqm plot
