Hill Top Farm
Hill Top Farm
Eldersfield • Gloucestershire
Cotswolds and Oxfordshire Property
Hill Top Farm A stunning 17th Century farmhouse with extensive ancillary accommodation, 33 acres and panoramic views. Cheltenham: 14 miles, Gloucester: 11 miles, Tewkesbury: 9 miles, Bristol: 45 miles, Birmingham: 52 miles, London: 124 miles, Cheltenham Mainline Station: 14 miles (direct trains to London Paddington & Birmingham Stations) (All distances approximate) •
Grade II Listed farmhouse
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3 reception rooms,4/5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
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2 bedroom barn conversion
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2 bedroom oak framed lodge
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1 bedroom barn conversion
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33.7 acres (13.6 Hectares) split into 7 fields
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16 stables, Manege, Cross Country Course
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Stocked carp ponds
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Grass tennis court and garaging
A further 11.4 acres may also be available by separate negiotation (shown edged blue).
Summary Hill Top Farmhouse is an imposing Grade II Listed timber framed farmhouse with far reaching views over the Malvern’s and the Cotswold escarpment. The property is ring fenced by just over 33 acres of undulating grassland.Hill Top Farm also offers extensive ancillary accommodation and a good range of equestrian facilities.
Situation & Amenities Butler Sherborn, 43-45 Castle Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1QD T 01285 883740 F 01285 644672 E [email protected] - Head of Equestrian E [email protected] - Head of Farm Agency www.butlersherborn.co.uk
Hill Top Farm is situated to the north of and within easy reach of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Both Cheltenham and Gloucester offer a wide range of facilities for everyday living and are renowned for excellent shopping facilities, bars, restaurants and retail parks. Cheltenham is well known for the National Hunt festival, including the Gold Cup meeting in the spring. The town of Tewkesbury is also conveniently located for day to day shopping and offers a wide range of facilities. The Butchers Arms pub in the village of Eldersfield has also been awarded a Michelin Star. The surrounding countryside provides wonderful walking, cycling and riding. The Ledbury Hunt meet and have an event course close by at Gadbury. Golf courses can be found at the Lilley Brook Golf Club, Cotswold Hills, Puckrup Hall and Cleeve Hill. There are water sports on the river Severn and Avon at the Cotswold Water Park Cirencester and for the car enthusiast the Prescott Hill Climb. The renowned Hartpury College with international events is only 7.2 miles from Hill Top. Junction 2 of the M50 is just over 3 miles away giving very good access to the west and east onto the M5 at Junction 8 within approximately 15 minutes. Cheltenham has an excellent range of schools including Cheltenham College and its Junior School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Dean Close. The well renowned Pates Grammar school is also in Cheltenham. In Gloucester there is Kings School, the city’s cathedral school and excellent Grammar Schools.
Hill Top Farmhouse The farmhouse is Grade II Listed and dates back to the 17th Century with a number of later additions, most recent of which was the oak framed Orangery added in 2006. The house boasts numerous period features throughout.
Accommodation The ground floor offers an ideal layout for the family home including Orangery, Kitchen with rayburn, Sitting Room with flagstone floors, wood burning stove and original bread oven. Dining Room and Drawing room both with original fireplaces and wood burning stoves and a Study with a door to the front garden. Stairs lead down from the main hallway into a large cellar with flagstone flooring. On the first floor the Master Bedroom Suite boasts stunning views out over the gardens and distant views to the Bredon Hills, walk in
wardrobe, Dressing Room and an en-suite Bathroom. There are also 3 further Double Bedrooms (1 en-suite shower/steam room) and a Family Bathroom. Stairs lead up from the landing to a converted Attic Room which could be used as a further bedroom, games room or playroom.
Gardens There is a large parking area to the rear of the house. To the front, double doors open from the Orangery onto a patio area providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. A sweeping lawn leads down to the lake and wraps around the side of the house, a border of mature trees and shrubs give the feeling of privacy without interrupting the panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. To the rear a traditional flagstone courtyard opens into an enclosed grass tennis court.
Cider Press Cottage Cider Press Cottage, formally a traditional farm building was converted in 2006, to create a single storey, 3 bedroom property comprising: Master Bedroom, 2 single Bedrooms, Family Bathroom with corner jacuzzi bath and open plan Kitchen / Breakfast, Sitting Room. The Cottage can be accessed via a separate driveway which forks away from the main drive retaining the privacy of the farmhouse. There is also a separate gravelled parking area and garden space.
Cider Press Cottage
Stable Cottage Stable Cottage adjoins an existing stable block and provides an ideal dwelling for staff or family. Converted in 2005 it now comprises an open plan kitchen sitting room, downstairs shower room and stairs leading up to a double bedroom with a large fitted wardrobe.
Malvern View An oak framed and timber clad building, built in 2006 with impressive exposed beams throughout. The house comprises of a large open plan kitchen/sitting room with built in kitchen and views over the surrounding paddocks, master bedroom, single bedroom and family bathroom with jacuzzi corner bath. Malvern View has its own parking area and garden which wraps around the property, with mature hedges to the front and side and views over the paddocks and Malvern Hills to the rear.
Outbuildings and Equestrian Facilities The main building comprises of 10 full sized stables in an American barn layout, good sized forage store and an isolation box. A traditional line of 4 red brick stables and a feed store adjoin stable cottage. There is a further Timber framed outbuilding opposite Cider Press Cottage manufactured by the renowned Kingsland Sawmills which consists of 2 large stables, tack/feed room and double garage.
Stable Cottage
The property also has the benefit of a 20m x 40m sand and rubber all-weather arena and a 90 to 100cm cross country schooling course which runs around the perimeter of the paddocks.
Land The land extends to just over 33 acres and is split into 7 post and railed paddocks down to long term pasture. The mature trees and hedges along with the undulating topography mean that the fields are naturally sheltered. One of the larger fields is ideal for hay production. The land would be suitable for many different amenity or livestock uses in addition to equestrian. Tenure Hill Top Farmhouse and Malvern View are being offered freehold with vacant possession. Cider Press Cottage and Stable Cottage are currently occupied on Assured Shorthold Tenancies. If required vacant position can be obtained giving no less that 2 months’ notice. Post code GL19 4PW Council Tax & Business Rates Hill Top Farmhouse – Band G Cider Press Cottage, Stable Cottage and Malvern View – Band A
Malvern View
Hill Top Farm at the end. Having driven through the gate, take the left hand fork which takes you round to the parking area.
Livery Stables and Premises – Rateable Value £2,000. Qualifies for Small Business Relief and therefore no business rates due. Services All properties have mains electricity, mains water and private drainage. Hill Top Farmhouse has an oil fired rayburn heating system supported by a wood burning stove with back boiler. Stable Cottage Malvern View and Cider Press Cottage have LPG fired central heating systems. Local Authority Malvern Hills District Council: Council House, Avenue Road, Malvern, WR14 3AF. Tel: 01684 862151. www.malvernhills.gov.uk Wayleaves, easements and rights of way The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, light support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligation, easements and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale, or not.
Fixtures and Fittings Only those items mentioned in Butler Sherborn’s sales particulars are included. All other items are excluded. Some items may be available by separate negotiation if required.
Directions From junction 2 of the M50 turn left onto the A417 signposted Gloucester, after approximately half a mile turn left towards Pendock, at the cross roads turn right signposted Staunton, after half a mile turn left towards Eldersfield after 200 yards take the first left handed turn signposted Hill Top and follow the no through road until you come to
Disclaimer These particulars, including any plans, are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their correctness by inspection or otherwise. Neither Butler Sherborn, nor the seller, accepts responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners nor any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view this property. Photographs taken: April 2014 Particulars written: BW April 2014.
The bridleway of which we are aware is shown on the plan. Sporting
Single Payment Entitlements The land is registered for Single Farm Payment, entitlements are not included in the sale but may be available by separate negotiation Plans and Areas These are based on the Ordnance Survey maps and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and computed by the selling agents, but no warranty is given as to their accuracy and the purchaser is advised and shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof. Solicitors The vendors are represented by: Whatley Recordon solicitors, 12 Worcester Road , Malvern , Worcestershire, WR144QU Contact: Benedict Recordon Esq Tel: 01684 892939
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The sporting rights are in hand and included in the sale of the freehold
Eldersfield • Gloucestershire
Cotswolds and Oxfordshire Property
Hill Top Farm A stunning 17th Century farmhouse with extensive ancillary accommodation, 33 acres and panoramic views. Cheltenham: 14 miles, Gloucester: 11 miles, Tewkesbury: 9 miles, Bristol: 45 miles, Birmingham: 52 miles, London: 124 miles, Cheltenham Mainline Station: 14 miles (direct trains to London Paddington & Birmingham Stations) (All distances approximate) •
Grade II Listed farmhouse
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3 reception rooms,4/5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
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2 bedroom barn conversion
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2 bedroom oak framed lodge
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1 bedroom barn conversion
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33.7 acres (13.6 Hectares) split into 7 fields
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16 stables, Manege, Cross Country Course
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Stocked carp ponds
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Grass tennis court and garaging
A further 11.4 acres may also be available by separate negiotation (shown edged blue).
Summary Hill Top Farmhouse is an imposing Grade II Listed timber framed farmhouse with far reaching views over the Malvern’s and the Cotswold escarpment. The property is ring fenced by just over 33 acres of undulating grassland.Hill Top Farm also offers extensive ancillary accommodation and a good range of equestrian facilities.
Situation & Amenities Butler Sherborn, 43-45 Castle Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1QD T 01285 883740 F 01285 644672 E [email protected] - Head of Equestrian E [email protected] - Head of Farm Agency www.butlersherborn.co.uk
Hill Top Farm is situated to the north of and within easy reach of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Both Cheltenham and Gloucester offer a wide range of facilities for everyday living and are renowned for excellent shopping facilities, bars, restaurants and retail parks. Cheltenham is well known for the National Hunt festival, including the Gold Cup meeting in the spring. The town of Tewkesbury is also conveniently located for day to day shopping and offers a wide range of facilities. The Butchers Arms pub in the village of Eldersfield has also been awarded a Michelin Star. The surrounding countryside provides wonderful walking, cycling and riding. The Ledbury Hunt meet and have an event course close by at Gadbury. Golf courses can be found at the Lilley Brook Golf Club, Cotswold Hills, Puckrup Hall and Cleeve Hill. There are water sports on the river Severn and Avon at the Cotswold Water Park Cirencester and for the car enthusiast the Prescott Hill Climb. The renowned Hartpury College with international events is only 7.2 miles from Hill Top. Junction 2 of the M50 is just over 3 miles away giving very good access to the west and east onto the M5 at Junction 8 within approximately 15 minutes. Cheltenham has an excellent range of schools including Cheltenham College and its Junior School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Dean Close. The well renowned Pates Grammar school is also in Cheltenham. In Gloucester there is Kings School, the city’s cathedral school and excellent Grammar Schools.
Hill Top Farmhouse The farmhouse is Grade II Listed and dates back to the 17th Century with a number of later additions, most recent of which was the oak framed Orangery added in 2006. The house boasts numerous period features throughout.
Accommodation The ground floor offers an ideal layout for the family home including Orangery, Kitchen with rayburn, Sitting Room with flagstone floors, wood burning stove and original bread oven. Dining Room and Drawing room both with original fireplaces and wood burning stoves and a Study with a door to the front garden. Stairs lead down from the main hallway into a large cellar with flagstone flooring. On the first floor the Master Bedroom Suite boasts stunning views out over the gardens and distant views to the Bredon Hills, walk in
wardrobe, Dressing Room and an en-suite Bathroom. There are also 3 further Double Bedrooms (1 en-suite shower/steam room) and a Family Bathroom. Stairs lead up from the landing to a converted Attic Room which could be used as a further bedroom, games room or playroom.
Gardens There is a large parking area to the rear of the house. To the front, double doors open from the Orangery onto a patio area providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. A sweeping lawn leads down to the lake and wraps around the side of the house, a border of mature trees and shrubs give the feeling of privacy without interrupting the panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. To the rear a traditional flagstone courtyard opens into an enclosed grass tennis court.
Cider Press Cottage Cider Press Cottage, formally a traditional farm building was converted in 2006, to create a single storey, 3 bedroom property comprising: Master Bedroom, 2 single Bedrooms, Family Bathroom with corner jacuzzi bath and open plan Kitchen / Breakfast, Sitting Room. The Cottage can be accessed via a separate driveway which forks away from the main drive retaining the privacy of the farmhouse. There is also a separate gravelled parking area and garden space.
Cider Press Cottage
Stable Cottage Stable Cottage adjoins an existing stable block and provides an ideal dwelling for staff or family. Converted in 2005 it now comprises an open plan kitchen sitting room, downstairs shower room and stairs leading up to a double bedroom with a large fitted wardrobe.
Malvern View An oak framed and timber clad building, built in 2006 with impressive exposed beams throughout. The house comprises of a large open plan kitchen/sitting room with built in kitchen and views over the surrounding paddocks, master bedroom, single bedroom and family bathroom with jacuzzi corner bath. Malvern View has its own parking area and garden which wraps around the property, with mature hedges to the front and side and views over the paddocks and Malvern Hills to the rear.
Outbuildings and Equestrian Facilities The main building comprises of 10 full sized stables in an American barn layout, good sized forage store and an isolation box. A traditional line of 4 red brick stables and a feed store adjoin stable cottage. There is a further Timber framed outbuilding opposite Cider Press Cottage manufactured by the renowned Kingsland Sawmills which consists of 2 large stables, tack/feed room and double garage.
Stable Cottage
The property also has the benefit of a 20m x 40m sand and rubber all-weather arena and a 90 to 100cm cross country schooling course which runs around the perimeter of the paddocks.
Land The land extends to just over 33 acres and is split into 7 post and railed paddocks down to long term pasture. The mature trees and hedges along with the undulating topography mean that the fields are naturally sheltered. One of the larger fields is ideal for hay production. The land would be suitable for many different amenity or livestock uses in addition to equestrian. Tenure Hill Top Farmhouse and Malvern View are being offered freehold with vacant possession. Cider Press Cottage and Stable Cottage are currently occupied on Assured Shorthold Tenancies. If required vacant position can be obtained giving no less that 2 months’ notice. Post code GL19 4PW Council Tax & Business Rates Hill Top Farmhouse – Band G Cider Press Cottage, Stable Cottage and Malvern View – Band A
Malvern View
Hill Top Farm at the end. Having driven through the gate, take the left hand fork which takes you round to the parking area.
Livery Stables and Premises – Rateable Value £2,000. Qualifies for Small Business Relief and therefore no business rates due. Services All properties have mains electricity, mains water and private drainage. Hill Top Farmhouse has an oil fired rayburn heating system supported by a wood burning stove with back boiler. Stable Cottage Malvern View and Cider Press Cottage have LPG fired central heating systems. Local Authority Malvern Hills District Council: Council House, Avenue Road, Malvern, WR14 3AF. Tel: 01684 862151. www.malvernhills.gov.uk Wayleaves, easements and rights of way The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, light support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligation, easements and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale, or not.
Fixtures and Fittings Only those items mentioned in Butler Sherborn’s sales particulars are included. All other items are excluded. Some items may be available by separate negotiation if required.
Directions From junction 2 of the M50 turn left onto the A417 signposted Gloucester, after approximately half a mile turn left towards Pendock, at the cross roads turn right signposted Staunton, after half a mile turn left towards Eldersfield after 200 yards take the first left handed turn signposted Hill Top and follow the no through road until you come to
Disclaimer These particulars, including any plans, are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their correctness by inspection or otherwise. Neither Butler Sherborn, nor the seller, accepts responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners nor any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view this property. Photographs taken: April 2014 Particulars written: BW April 2014.
The bridleway of which we are aware is shown on the plan. Sporting
Single Payment Entitlements The land is registered for Single Farm Payment, entitlements are not included in the sale but may be available by separate negotiation Plans and Areas These are based on the Ordnance Survey maps and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and computed by the selling agents, but no warranty is given as to their accuracy and the purchaser is advised and shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof. Solicitors The vendors are represented by: Whatley Recordon solicitors, 12 Worcester Road , Malvern , Worcestershire, WR144QU Contact: Benedict Recordon Esq Tel: 01684 892939
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The sporting rights are in hand and included in the sale of the freehold
