Pembroke House

Perched above the gently tumbling waters of the River Wye, this beautiful double-fronted Georgian home is rich in period character and perfectly designed for a contemporary countryside lifestyle. The four-bedroom residence boasts an open-plan living arrangement and a third-acre garden with an orchard and captivating valley views.

Location:

The River Wye is a haven for canoeists, kayakers and paddle boarders. The 150-mile stretch from the Welsh Cambrian Mountains to the Severn Estuary offers boatmen a phenomenally beautiful landscape to explore – rocky vistas, lush green meadows, rocky beaches and wooded valleys. Pembroke House is set within the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and presents paddle-lovers with a unique opportunity; the detached Georgian home is opposite the majestic waterway and its various water sporting offerings and who want to explore the enchanting local scenery by river can carry their vessels over the road and utilise the Kerne Bridge canoe launch – one of the most popular on the River Wye. Symonds Yat, famed for its limestone cliffs, falcons and water rapids, is just a few miles downstream.

The home is nestled in the picturesque village of Bishopswood, a settlement scattered along the banks of the river. Despite its rural setting, Bishopswood boasts various amenities including a pub and a village hall. Additionally, The Paddle Café serves take-away teas, coffees, and baguettes from a vintage 70s firetruck.

The closest town is Ross-on-Wye, which is often regarded as the birthplace of British tourism. Ross is celebrated for its scenic setting and vibrant community. The town centre offers an excellent range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, independent boutiques, restaurants, traditional pubs, well-regarded schools and a variety of leisure facilities.

The Home at a Glance:

Believed to retain its original front door, complete with an ornate brass doorbell, the main entrance opens into an inviting reception hall. A practical tiled floor suits country living, while a striking wooden staircase rises to the first floor.

Flanking the reception hall are two doors, each leading to opposite ends of the wrap-around open-plan living space, which is bathed in natural light from all four aspects. This suite of rooms all flow seamlessly into each other, but give the sense of designated areas.
To the left, the sitting room enjoys multi-paned sash windows framing views across the Wye Valley. An inset fireplace with a log-burning stove provides a cosy focal point, while herringbone tiling continues through a cased opening into the formal dining area, creating a subtle divide between the two zones. Here, a further sash window overlooks the driveway.

The dining area connects to the kitchen via a wooden-topped breakfast bar, creating a sociable space for contemporary living. The kitchen is fitted with Shaker-style cabinetry, glass-fronted display units, wooden worktops, and stone flooring. A double Belfast sink with brass-effect taps complements the cabinetry, while an integrated dishwasher is included. A stable door opens directly to the garden, ideal for alfresco dining. An Elan Rangemaster cooker with a five-ring gas hob is available by separate negotiation, while the central island incorporates a ceramic hob. From the kitchen, the herringbone flooring continues into the library on the opposite side of the reception hall. This characterful room features an exposed brick fireplace and a sash window overlooking the River Wye. The bespoke fitted bookcases, which complement the room perfectly, are available by separate negotiation.

Also on the ground floor is a useful ancillary area located behind the dining room. This includes a utility room with space for both a washing machine and tumble dryer, a cupboard housing the Worcester boiler, and a wet room with a walk-in shower. A side door provides direct access to the driveway, creating a practical secondary entrance to the home.

Upstairs, a front-facing sash window fills the landing with natural light and captures elevated views towards the river. The first floor offers four double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with beautiful river views, fitted wardrobes with painted detailing, and an attractive panelled chimney breast. A second bedroom at the front enjoys similarly impressive views, while the two rear bedrooms overlook the property's side aspects. The bedroom above the garden also benefits from an airing cupboard.

The family bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite, including a bath with both a rainfall shower and a handheld attachment.
Extending to approximately one-third of an acre, the garden is a tranquil setting filled with birdsong. Steps rise from the kitchen to a generous flagstone terrace, providing an excellent space for outdoor dining and entertaining. The terrace incorporates a lawn that leads to a greenhouse, beyond which the garden slopes gently uphill.

As the elevation increases, so too do the spectacular views. A pergola shelters a level seating area, creating the perfect spot to enjoy an evening drink and soak in the surroundings. At the top of the garden, a mixed orchard provides a variety of seasonal fruits and further enhances the property's idyllic rural appeal.

General Services:

Mains electricity and water. Oil-fired central heating, private drainage (shared septic tank). Telephone line and fibre broadband is available (FTTC). Replacement Wooden sash windows fitted June 2022

Local Authority: Herefordshire County Council. Council tax band E Tenure: Freehold

Directions:

Leave Ross-on-Wye via the B4234 Ross Road, heading towards Walford. Continue along, passing through the village of Walford and with the Wye Valley to your right, until reaching Bishopswood, where you will find the driveway to Pembroke House on the left-hand side, just before the turning to Hazlehurst nursing home.

Ross-on-Wye 3.5 miles - Monmouth 7.5 miles - Chepstow 19 miles - Gloucester 20 miles - Cheltenham 27 miles - Bristol 37 miles -
All distances are approximate

Agent's note:

The following items are available by separate negotiation: library bookcases, Rangemaster oven, radiator covers, curtains, and light fittings. Property can be available with no-onward chain.