4 Bedroom Detached House

An exceptional example of a thoughtfully modernised Victorian semi-detached family home. This impressive, large four-bedroom property (150 sq. m or 1451 sq ft) combines period charm with high-quality contemporary upgrades.

From the front Autumn Villa appears modest, yet once inside it reveals itself to be remarkably grand - a true "Tardis" - with beautifully designed accommodation and gardens that wrap around three sides of the home.

Set within easy walking distance to the centre of Bromyard with its independent shops, cafés, a popular bakery and Legges delicatessen, whilst offering privacy and generous outside space.

The welcoming entrance hall retains attractive Victorian-style tiled flooring, setting the tone for the character found throughout. To the front sits a comfortable and elegant sitting room - a perfect retreat complete with period detailing and a luxury vinyl floor.

This charming home opens into a superb family dining space and kitchen, designed as the true heart of the house. This expansive, light-filled space is ideal for modern family living and entertaining, featuring a warming log burner, charming brick arches in the kitchen, new French doors opening directly onto the pretty garden. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the dining and seating areas, creating a highly social and practical layout for you to enjoy.

To the rear a well-appointed utility room boasts a desirable walk-in pantry and useful cloakroom/WC. A boot room - particularly suited to countryside living - provides invaluable space for coats, muddy boots and dogs. The property houses a five-year-old Vaillant boiler, large hot water cylinder added in 2022, gas central heating and double glazing throughout.

Chimneys have been rebuilt and significant investment has been made in new windows, doors, flooring, wood panelling, newly installed ceilings, redecoration and roofing (including a new roof to the utility and boot room), ensuring peace of mind for years to come. No corners have been cut in the comprehensive refurbishment, which has been carried out to an exacting standard to create a wonderful long-term family home.

To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms and a newly fitted family bathroom, complemented by a stylish shower. The overall presentation is immaculate, blending contemporary finishes with retained period features.

GARDENS

The landscaped pretty gardens are secure for pets and children. Enclosed by a small brick wall and thick hedging for added privacy. The mature gardens are mainly laid to lawn with well stocked borders. The garden wraps around all three sides of the house.

You will find a pretty Oyama Magnolia tree, sweet gum and apple tree and fragrant lilac, skimmia and weigela bushes and sweet box and laurel hedging. This beautiful garden is filled with seasonal flowers including bluebells, snowdrops, tulips, flag irises, Welsh poppies and a stunning pale pink wisteria covering the summer house.

Two seating areas close to the house enjoy sun at different times of the day and include a log store. A further entertaining terrace provides an outstanding space for gatherings. The summer house offers flexibility as a playroom or studio.

A much desired detached, single garage, with automatic roller door, power and light is accessed via Clover Terrace. This provides substantial storage, always useful. Plus convenient driveway parking for two vehicles, plus the gate leading directly into the garden.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, period home that has been extensively upgraded and beautifully designed to create a forever home of quality and character, offered to the market due to the owner relocating out of area.

BROADBAND - Full Fibre with ultrafast speeds to 2,300 Mbps.

TENURE - Freehold (Herefordshire Council)

All mains services including gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property.

LOCATION

Bromyard is a particularly charming and characterful market town, rich in architectural heritage and local tradition. Its historic buildings and attractive Market Square - home to a popular monthly local market - reflect a town that has carefully preserved its identity and sense of place. Independent, family-run businesses continue to thrive here, contributing to its distinctive character and welcoming atmosphere.

With a population of approximately 5,000, Bromyard sits in the picturesque valley of the River Frome, close to the Worcestershire border. Despite its tranquil setting, the town offers an impressive range of amenities. These include a selection of traditional pubs, independent shops and cafés, a popular bakery, theatre, leisure centre, two supermarkets, two primary schools and a high school. Legges of Bromyard, an exceptional delicatessen renowned for its fine meats, cheeses, wines and local produce, is a particular highlight.

Healthcare provision is well catered for, with two doctors' surgeries and two dental practices.

The town enjoys a strong community spirit and hosts a vibrant calendar of annual events, earning its reputation as the "Town of Festivals." Celebrations include the Folk Festival, Scarecrow Festival, Marmalade Festival and Speed Festival, alongside Nostock, a well-regarded music festival held just outside the town.

Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, Bromyard offers outstanding walking and cycling opportunities in every direction. The nearby National Trust Brockhampton Estate, with its striking moated medieval manor house, café and extensive parkland, provides particularly beautiful surroundings. The acclaimed Baiting House at Upper Sapey, approximately six miles north, is widely regarded for its excellent dining.

Bromyard is conveniently located approximately 12 miles from Malvern, 15 miles from Worcester and 14 miles from Hereford. Hereford Sixth Form College is easily accessible via the bus route and is highly regarded for post-16 education.

Altogether, Bromyard combines heritage, community and countryside living in equal measure - an appealing and well-connected place to call home and one in which I throughly enjoyed living in.

DIRECTIONS

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VIEWINGS

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MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS

Require prospective purchasers to produce two original ID documents prior to any offer being accepted by the owners.