4 bedroom detached house for sale

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED DETACHED FARMHOUSE WITH FLEXIBLE LIVING, TWO SEPARATE SELF CONTAINED FLATS, OUTBUILDINGS AND 25.8 ACRES OF GARDENS AND FARMLAND. FURTHER 4.19 ACRE PADDOCK AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION.

Lower Watchbury Farm is a substantial farmhouse of over 3,800 sq. ft, extended and modernised during the current owners’ 50-year ownership. Formerly a working farm, it includes agricultural buildings and approximately 25.8 acres of land.

The main house offers flexible accommodation over two floors. The ground floor includes a reception hall, two principal reception rooms (dining room and drawing room), a family/snug room with wood burner, a cloakroom/boot room, WC, utility room with rear access, and a farmhouse-style kitchen with Shaker units, integrated appliances, AGA, larder, and breakfast area. A rear hallway and secondary entrance lead to a self-contained annex currently arranged as two holiday-let apartments.

Upstairs are four double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with ensuite, plus a family bathroom. The annex offers potential to incorporate additional bedrooms and bathrooms if required. Original features include exposed beams, brick and stonework, and flagstone floors. The house enjoys open views over gardens and surrounding farmland.

The property is approached through electric wooden gates and a cattle grid, leading to a tree-lined drive. The house is set within formal and informal gardens, including a main lawn overlooking fields and enclosed by a ha-ha, terraces, and established flower and shrub borders. To the rear, there is a cottage garden with vegetable beds and a seating area. A gravel driveway, with a wildlife pond alongside it, provides access to a 1,000 sq. ft. stone barn/garage and a 5,000 sq. ft. cattle barn via a hardstanding drive.

Services include mains electricity, water from a private well with mains backup, and a 25kW solar array on the cattle barn roof, generating approximately £4,000 per year. Outbuildings include a brick well house, the 1,000 sq. ft. stone barn (with potential “Q” residential planning consent), and the 5,000 sq. ft. pole barn currently used for cattle.

Barford is a picturesque and sought-after village just a few miles south of Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon. Known for its strong community spirit and charming character, the village offers a blend of traditional architecture and modern amenities. With a well-regarded primary school, a welcoming village pub, a local shop, and beautiful riverside walks along the Avon, Barford provides an ideal setting for both families and professionals seeking a peaceful yet well-connected lifestyle.

KES and Warwick School are two highly regarded senior schools in the area. The property also benefits from excellent transport links, being close to Junction 15 of the M40, Warwick Parkway railway station, and the historic Fosse Way.

The land offers scope for equestrian use (subject to permissions), with well-draining fields suitable for paddocks and space for a schooling arena or other facilities.

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

Tenure: The property is freehold and vacant possession will be granted on completion.

Fixtures and Fittings: All items in the nature of fixtures and fittings described in these details will be included with the property. All other such items are specifically excluded.

Viewing: An appointment to view is essential and should be made through the Jackson-Stops Chipping Campden office.

Local Authorities: Warwick District Council.

Council Tax Band: F

Services: Mains electricity, private sewerage, private and mains water. Oil fired central heating.

Mobile & Internet Connection: Ultrafast broadband is available at the property with download speeds of 1800 Mbps and upload speeds of 220 Mbps. Mobile connection is good with Vodafone, EE and Three and Variable with O2. This data has been taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 8th July 2025.