The Property

Uplands is a remarkable Grade II Listed country house, tucked away in a peaceful position in Wellington Heath, close to Ledbury and surrounded by beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Extending to over 11,000 sq ft in total, the property brings together a substantial seven bedroom main house, a characterful three bedroom cottage, extensive outbuildings and around four acres of gardens and grounds.

The main house has the scale and presence of a classic country house, but with a warmth and confidence that gives it real individuality. Period features sit at the heart of its character, from exposed beams and stone fireplaces to open fires, a fine timber staircase with Roger Oates carpet and wide Crittall style kitchen windows. There is detail and depth throughout, with colour, pattern and texture used with care, including Mylands Heritage paint, House of Hackney wallpaper and beautifully finished bedrooms featuring Atelier Ellis paints and patterned wallpapers.

The entrance hall makes an immediate impression, generous in scale and rich in atmosphere, with the staircase rising through the house and setting the tone for the rooms beyond. The principal reception spaces are arranged for both entertaining and everyday family life. The dining room is a handsome setting for larger gatherings, complete with open fire, while the drawing room has a substantial stone fireplace and a more formal sense of occasion. A snug provides a quieter retreat, ideal for reading, relaxing or settling in at the end of the day.

The kitchen and breakfast room is a particularly inviting space, pairing classic cabinetry with a traditional Aga and the light drawn through the wide Crittall style windows. The adjoining pantry is a serious asset for a house made for gathering, with a walk in fridge and freezer providing excellent practical storage. A utility/boot room and back porch add further practicality for country life, with space for coats, boots and dogs returning from the garden.

Across the upper floors, the main house provides seven double bedrooms, each with its own en suite bath or shower room. The rooms are individually styled, with soft colours, layered finishes and far reaching views across the surrounding countryside. A large first floor sitting room or play room, with vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, adds another flexible space for family life, guests or quieter retreat.

For wider family, guests or income potential, the cottage offers generous and characterful three bedroom accommodation, with its own garden and access. It works beautifully as independent ancillary accommodation while still feeling connected to the wider setting of the house.

The outbuildings add another valuable layer of flexibility. Arranged around a gravel courtyard to the side of the house, they include already converted spaces previously used as an antique studio and office, together with further space suitable for a home business, studio, gym, games room, classic car storage or additional leisure use, subject to any necessary consents.

Uplands is a rare and highly versatile country property, combining period character, generous accommodation, ancillary space and beautifully established grounds in a private yet accessible Herefordshire setting.

Externally

The grounds and gardens are a defining feature of Uplands, extending to around four acres and framing the house with colour, structure and far reaching views.

Rows of manicured shrubs, generous borders, mature planting and open lawns create a wonderful sense of arrival and enclosure. There is plenty of space for family life, entertaining and quiet enjoyment, with a terrace providing an elegant setting for outdoor dining and long summer afternoons.

The walled kitchen garden is an especially appealing part of the grounds, with a greenhouse and potting shed offering excellent scope for growing and pottering. The pond is rich with wildlife, with ducks and moorhens regular visitors, adding to the settled country atmosphere.

A gravel courtyard sits to the side of the property, giving access to the outbuildings and converted spaces. There is extensive parking for family and guests, together with excellent scope for buyers looking to make use of the outbuildings for work, storage, leisure or collecting.