A substantial detached country home set within generous mature grounds, enjoying far reaching views towards open countryside. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation, the property provides excellent scope for modernisation in a rural setting.
Sanford House enjoys a highly convenient yet rural setting, positioned on the edge of open countryside with excellent accessibility. The property lies within easy reach of the well regarded village of Upton Bishop, which offers a range of local amenities including a village hall, church and popular public house with South Herefordshire Golf Club also close by. The M50 motorway is situated on the doorstep, offering excellent transport links to the Midlands and South West, as well as convenient access to the A40 for routes towards Ross-on-Wye, Gloucester and beyond.
The property is approached via:
Steps up to an elevated front terrace, where an aluminium double glazed door opens into:
Reception Hall
Featuring a full turn staircase, understairs storage and a high level window to the front aspect. Access is provided to an inner lobby with additional storage. Door to:
Downstairs WC
Fitted with a low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin with tiled surrounds. High level window and chrome electric towel rail.
Sitting Room: 24'3" x 19'1" (7.40m x 5.83m)
An exceptional room of impressive scale, enjoying a superb south facing aspect over the gardens. A wide bay and expansive sliding doors flood the space with natural light and provide direct access onto the terrace. A striking Forest of Dean stone chimney breast forms a central feature with open fireplace and raised hearth, subtly dividing the room into distinct seating areas.
Kitchen: 11'8" x 11'8" (3.56m x 3.56m)
A well-proportioned kitchen enjoying a dual aspect with windows to the front and side. Fitted with a range of oak fronted base and wall mounted units, incorporating an eye level oven and grill, electric hob with extractor above and integrated fridge. One and a half bowl sink with drainer. Space and plumbing for further appliances. The layout offers good storage and preparation space, with scope for modernisation.
Snug: 11'0" x 15'2" (3.37m x 4.64m)
A comfortable and versatile secondary reception room enjoying a pleasant rear aspect over the garden and centered around a feature fireplace. Open archway to:
Dining Room: 14'3" x 19'9" (4.35m x 6.04m)
A spacious and well positioned dining room with patio doors opening onto the front terrace and further window and door to the rear garden. A notable feature is a separate staircase rising directly to the first floor, providing access to the principal bedroom and offering potential for annexe style accommodation.
Lobby
With stairs rising to the first floor. Also accessed via the reception hall.
First Floor Landing
A bright landing area with a double glazed picture window to the front aspect enjoying far reaching views. Wood panelled features and airing cupboard. Doors to:
Shower Room:
Fitted with a walk in shower, WC and wash hand basin. Window to the front aspect providing natural light.
Bedroom Four: 10'7" x 14'0" (3.24m x 4.29m)
A well-proportioned double bedroom with a rear aspect overlooking the garden.
Inner Lobby:
With storage cupboard. Door to:
Bedroom Three: 12'0" x 10'9" (3.66m x 3.28m)
A bright double bedroom enjoying a dual aspect with views over the surrounding gardens.
Bedroom Five/Study: 12'3" x 7'9" (3.73m x 2.38m)
A versatile room with dual aspect windows, suitable for use as a study, home office or additional bedroom.
Bedroom Two: 14'0" x 10'7" (4.27m x 3.23m)
A well-proportioned double bedroom with a rear aspect and fitted vanity wash hand basin. Door to:
Jack and Jill Bathroom:
A spacious bathroom fitted with a corner bath, separate walk in shower, WC, bidet and twin wash hand basins set within a vanity unit. Window to the front aspect. The layout offers potential for reconfiguration into separate en suites if required.
Bedroom One: 12'5" x 11'6" (3.78m x 3.50m)
A generously sized principal bedroom enjoying a rear aspect with views over the south facing gardens. Glazed door opening onto a balcony and a full wall of fitted wardrobes providing extensive storage. Also accessed via a secondary staircase from the dining room, offering potential for independent or annexe style living.
Outside:
The property is approached via a private driveway providing ample parking and access to the integral garage. Mature planting surrounds the house, creating a sense of privacy. To the front, a generous terrace provides an excellent space for outdoor seating and entertaining, enjoying far reaching views towards Herefordshire Golf Course and the surrounding countryside. The rear gardens are a particular feature, extending to a notable depth and predominantly laid to lawn. The grounds gently rise away from the house and are bordered by a variety of mature trees and established shrubs, creating a private and lightly wooded setting in parts while retaining usable garden space. The overall plot offers an excellent balance of space, privacy and outlook, with clear potential for further landscaping or enhancement.
Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: G
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Room heaters are installed.
Heating features: Double glazing, Night storage, and Open fire
Broadband: ADSL copper wire
Mobile coverage: O2, Vodafone & EE Great. Three Good
Parking: Garage and Driveway
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Directions:
From Ross-on-Wye proceed on the A40 towards the M50 and on reaching the M50 roundabout take the second turning signposted Upton Bishop. Continue along this road and at the T-junction, with the Moody Cow Inn on your right, turn right and then immediately right again signposted 'South Herefordshire Golf Course 'proceed along this road for approximately a mile and under the M50 motorway bridge passing the golf club on the left hand side and the property can be found on the right hand side.
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