5 bedroom detached house

The House

Walford Grange is set in a lovely secluded position within its own land, offering privacy for this very special home. This period family home dates back to the 17th Century, with more recent additions in 1825. There are a wealth of period features throughout including high ceilings and timber beams.

The property is approached via a private sweeping driveway which gives access to ample parking at the rear of the home. The main front door leads you into a welcoming reception hallway with Victorian tiled flooring and staircase leading to the first floor with storage beneath. To your right is the substantial sitting room which runs the depth of the home with large windows to the front and rear elevation. There is an ornate fireplace with slate hearth and woodburning stove in situ, built in cupboards and featured shelved display arch. Double glazed doors from here open into the conservatory which is fully glazed, and enjoys double doors opening out onto the patio beyond.

To the other side of the hallway is the dining room, with ample room for a large table, twin alcoves with shelving to either side of the fireplace which houses a woodburning stove. A large window with window seat looks out over the front garden. A large archway gives access through to the country style kitchen which has been fitted with a good range of base and wall units with marble worktops and electric AGA. A central island houses further storage cupboards and also provides a breakfast bar. There is a separate waist height combi oven, integrated hob and dishwasher. Just off the kitchen is a useful walk in pantry.

The rear lobby which is accessed through a stable door from the kitchen, has a door giving access to outside and also through to an inner hallway with cloakroom and WC to your left and bedroom to your right. This room is versatile and could lend itself to being a further reception room, home office or play room. There is a wash hand basin and shower fitted, which means that it also offers annexe potential.

On the first floor there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom has a window to the frontage and built in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors. An archway leads through to the ensuite bathroom comprising large shower cubicle, rolltop bath, wash hand basin and wc. Bedroom 2 also looks out over the frontage, has built in storage and wash basin. The further two bedrooms and family bathroom are set to the rear of the home.

The Grounds

The outbuildings comprise of the original stable block which is currently used for storage, with a separate tack room. Stairs rise from a hallway to a room above which is currently used as an office, providing a perfect space to work from home. To the far side is a double garage with two up and over doors, light and power. The outbuildings do offer potential for conversion, subject to the relevant permissions.

Walford Grange boasts the most beautiful gardens and grounds, with the whole plot amounting to approximately 4 acres. To the front of the home is patio area leading on to lawn. The more formal gardens are situated to the side of the home, a rectangular garden with pond, topiary and extensive floral borders. An archway leads through to an orchard.

The majority of the land lies to the rear of the home with an extensive area laid to lawn, large pond with Oak bridge over and well stocked borders. At the back is a wildflower meadow, providing a haven for wildlife, there is also a spinney and nut orchard. A really unique feature of this home is the hand laid labyrinth. From the parking area is a very productive vegetable and soft fruit garden with fruit cage and raised beds.

Location

The rural hamlet of Walford is a short distance from the sought after village of Leintwardine. Walford Grange offers rural living while only being a short distance from everyday amenities in Leintwardine which include two excellent highly rated public houses, a doctor's surgery, shop, petrol station, award winning butcher, fish and chip shop and a highly regarded primary school. Further amenities can be found in the market town of Ludlow including supermarkets, an array of independent bars and restaurants and an abundance of culture including regular festivals. Transport links are good within the area. Good state and private schools can be found locally including Wigmore High School and Lucton School (private day and boarding).

Directions
From Ludlow, head north on the A49 for a couple of miles. Once you reach Bromfield
turn left on to the A4113 signposted to Knighton. Continue on this road for about 6.5 miles proceeding through Leintwardine and turn right sign posted for Knighton. Continue for about a mile upon reaching Walford, make a left turn indicated by the sign for Lingen. Shortly thereafter, take another left turn onto a single track roadway, where you will find the entrance to Walford Grange almost immediately on the left-hand side.