4 bed detached house for sale

Little Doward, Whitchurch, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire HR9

This charming and sympathetically extended detached stone cottage with four bedrooms has an elevated, rural aspect enjoying outstanding far-reaching views towards the Malvern Hills. Lilac Cottage consists of a combination of the original stone "quarry cottage" and more recent cavity walled construction, added in several stages since 1995. The versatile accommodation over two floors, both with level access available, enjoys a wealth of beautifully handcrafted bespoke fixtures and finishes throughout. There is also a single person lift between floors. The recently built adjoining annex has level access to the driveway and provides many possibilities for multi-generational living, office, studio or play area. Set in approximately 1.5 acres of gardens and woodland, with ample parking, an external office and useful outbuildings.

Situation

Situated in an elevated position with far reaching views to the Malvern Hills and close to Whitchurch and the A40. This stunning location benefits from fantastic road network. Monmouth is just 3 miles away to the south and Ross-on-Wye lies north just 8 miles away. The nearest train station is 12 miles away at Lydney with Gloucester central station 18 miles away which feeds to London, Manchester and Bristol. The Wye Valley is an aonb, offering plentiful water pursuits, rock climbing and superb walking. There are several renowned village primary schools within a short distance, including Goodrich, Walford and Whitchurch. Ross-on-Wye offers a wealth of amenities as well as some beautiful scenery along the banks of the River Wye. Monmouth’s Haberdashers School for Boys and Girls upholds a fantastic reputation as well as Monmouth’s Comprehensive School. Monmouth offers a wide range of independent and national shops, and a leisure centre.

Accommodation

Lilac Cottage enjoys two main entrance options, one through a glass paneled door into an upper floor reception room and an additional entrance to the property is from the driveway, down stone steps or alternative graded path and through a wooden paneled door with viewing panel into the Boot Room / Utility Room with a tiled floor. This space enjoys fitted units and is a useful space for coats and boots. A Door leads into the Kitchen / Diner which is fitted with wooden units, porcelain sink and drainer, double oven, five ring induction hob and space for dishwasher. There is a wood burner, pantry cupboard and beamed ceiling. Part glazed doors lead into the Conservatory with far reaching fantastic views and an oak framed door to the side offering access into the garden.

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The inner Hallway has a lift in the centre of the house which is electronically controlled. A staircase leads to the First Floor. There is a bread oven and exposed brickwork, and a window to the front. Off the Hallway is a Ground Floor Shower Room comprising a shower, wash hand basin and lavatory with a tiled floor. The Sitting Room is light and spacious with windows to three aspects with patio doors. The large feature fireplace houses a wood burning stove and has a characterful oak mantel.

First Floor

On the First Floor is a Galleried Landing area with handmade oak banister with dual aspect windows and far-reaching views. The Family Bathroom has a shower cubicle, wash hand basin, w.c., storage cupboard and window with fantastic views. A door opens to a double Bedroom enjoying dual aspect views. A further light and spacious double Bedroom also benefits from views to either side and eaves storage. A further door opens to another double Bedroom with far-reaching views and storage into the eaves. The spacious extension to the rear is a wonderful Master Bedroom / Second Reception Room. It offers the opportunity for a self-contained annex which would be ideal for multi-generational living. This space benefits from underfloor heating. Two sets of French doors to the front and back provide access to the parking area and rear garden. An Ensuite Wet Room comprises a shower, wash hand basin and w.c., work surface and heated towel rail.

Outside

A gravelled driveway leads to a large parking area with space for several vehicles. The gardens, with well stocked borders, allow easy access to both floors of the property. There are several terraced areas with paved seating area ideal for al fresco dining and enjoying the far-reaching countryside views. The grounds extend to half an acre with an established orchard. An elevated lawn area is accessed via a stone pathway with views to the Malvern Hills. There is a Detached Office with windows to the front and side elevations. With fitted shelves, power, light and internet connection. A pathway leads to the Workshop which is a spacious workspace with power, light and internet connection with windows to the front and side elevations. There are two attached storage bays to the side

Additional Woodland Available

There is a parcel of mature woodland of about 0.84 acres and its own vehicular access off the lane and parking.