This charming stone-built country cottage is perched on a hillside within Symonds Yat West, one of the most iconic and spectacular locations within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The three-bedroom home - which is set within approximately one acre of grounds - boasts a spellbinding panoramic view of the River Wye winding its way through the rocky landscape, as well as the surrounding rolling country hills and patchwork fields.
Three bedrooms • Sitting room with log burner • Sun room • Utility Room• Newly-fitted kitchen • Newly-fitted family bathroom • Boot room • Approximately one acre • Driveway •
Location The spectacular setting of Symonds Yat is famed for its phenomenal river scenery, woodland expanses and limestone cliffs. There are a multitude of reputable riverside pubs and restaurants which are exceedingly popular with local residents and tourists alike.
There are many delightful walking and cycle routes throughout the area and, for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, various companies offer a wide range of activities such as canoe hire.
The closest village, Whitchurch, is particularly sought after, partially owing to its Church of England Primary School which has been graded as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. The popular community-spirited village shop, Woods of Whitchurch, stocks locally-made produce, fresh fruit and vegetables, various essentials and also operates as a coffee shop and takeaway. In addition, Whitchurch also boasts a village hall, an MOT centre, a highly-commended hospitality venue - The Old Court Hotel, plus a post box and bus stop.
Symonds Yat is just two miles from the Welsh border and centred between the two popular market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth, both of which offer highly-regarded secondary schools, supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, leisure facilities and independently-owned shops.
Laurel Cottage is within easy access of major road networks; the A40 is around a mile away and the east-bound road provides a direct route to Gloucester, Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. Meanwhile, motorists heading in the opposite direction can journey towards the M4 at Newport, giving access to Cardiff and London. In addition, the M50 motorway begins in Ross-on-Wye, around eight miles away, and this gives good access to the M5 - leading to Birmingham to the north and Bristol to the south.
The home at a glance
Laurel Cottage gives a delightful marriage of chic, contemporary details with rustic, olde-worlde charm. The home includes a myriad of exquisite features including exposed sandstone walls, beamed ceilings and bijou alcoves built in to the deep stone walls – which present an ideal opportunity to display beautiful trinkets, pictures or additional lighting around the home.
The entrance to the cottage leads into a generous boot room which gives plenty of space to take off muddy shoes and coats after a day spent enjoying the great outdoors. From here, a door leads into a recently refurbished kitchen which holds pure-white modern appliances to draw the eye outside of the home to the striking scenery. These include a fan oven, an integrated wine cooler, a ceramic hob and angled extractor hood – plus a swivel spout tap over the kitchen sink.
From here, a door leads into a triple-aspect conservatory which frames the enchanting landscape beautifully. A set of French doors lead outside to a patio seating area – which serves as a perfect spot to enjoy a meal or refreshing beverage on a balmy summer evening.
Beyond the kitchen, there is a fork in the layout of the home. To the right, there is a homely sitting room and this presents an imposing stone inglenook fireplace as its principle focal point and this houses a wood-burning stove. A window to the right of this fireplace exhibits the magnificent view and lets natural light pour in. The sitting room also carries a timbered ceiling, a lovely shelving space - built into the deep stone wall - as well as exposed sandstone surrounding an under-stair cupboard.
To the left of the fork, there is a corridor leading to a modern family bathroom, which includes a b-shaped bath with dual shower, as well as a two-piece suite and a chrome heated towel rail. Past the bathroom, a stone archway leads into a cosy reception room which could serve as a peaceful home office, reading nook or snug but there is also plumbing in place for use as a utility room.
A staircase winds up to the top floor of the property, giving access to the three bedrooms. Two of these, as well as the landing, have hardwood floors which give a naturally inviting and timeless effect. The other bedroom is dual aspect and boasts the best outlook in the home – and another circle-shaped window lets more natural light cascade in.
The outside space The home is set within a plot of land, approximately one acre in size and, as the home is perched on a hillside, the garden is sloped. As well as the patio seating area outside of the conservatory, there another wooden deck further up the hill which presents another show-stopping spot to take in the far-reaching view.
In terms of parking, Laurel Cottage has an expansive driveway, as well as an off-road parking space just off Ashes Lane.
General Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired central heating. Broadband and electricity.
Local authority: Herefordshire Council. Council tax band D
Tenure: Freehold Directions: w3w. titles.handwriting.repay From Ross-on-Wye follow the A40 towards Monmouth and take the exit signed to Symonds Yat West at Whitchurch. Take the first exit at the roundabout; passing the primary school and stay on this lane passing the Wye knot Inn on the right hand side, and then take the right-hand turning onto Ashes Lane – on a single track road denoted as 'Unsuitable for HGVs'. Continue up the hill and, after approximately 360 feet, turn right into Laurel Cottage.
Monmouth 5 miles • Ross-on-Wye 7.5 miles • Hereford 17 miles • Gloucester 25 miles •Cheltenham 32.5 miles • Bristol 38 miles • (All distances are approximate)
Agents Note: The property is being offered for sale upon instructions received from an employee or associate of Hamilton Stiller who is therefore a "connected person" under the terms of the Estate Agents Act 1979.
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