SCHOOL HOUSE, HOPE MANSELL, ROSS-ON-WYE HR9 5TL
£725,000
Set in a tranquil and idyllic setting, the School House is a truly stunning property dating back to 1850 which has been beautifully converted into a fine residence with immense character. The spacious five bedroom accommodation offers fabulous vista's from each window and offers the next custodian a wonderful lifestyle choice in this charming setting
Location
Hope Mansell offers an idyllic country setting whilst being within easy reach of amenities and road networks, with the village of Lea, 2 miles away, having a village store, church, village hall and primary school. The M50 motorway provides excellent commuter links to the M5 giving good access to Birmingham, the North, Bristol and the South. The A40 leads to the M4 at Newport, giving good access to Cardiff, Wales and the South.
The pretty market town of Ross-on-Wye with its picturesque river walks offers an array of excellent shopping facilities.
There is excellent schooling from both the private and state sectors including; primary schools at Lea and Weston-under-Penyard, Haberdashers at Monmouth and John Kyrle at Ross-on-Wye
More comprehensive facilities can be found in the surrounding Cathedral cities of Hereford, Worcester and Gloucester and the Regency Spa town of Cheltenham.
Freehold
Stone steps lead to the original school door and opens into the enclosed reception porch which has solid stone floor and lovely arch door opening into the main sitting room, with steps up from the stone floor to a timber floor. The sitting room is a spacious and light room with a feature spiral staircase, being the second in the property. There is a fireplace housing the gas wood burning effect stove.
The kitchen/breakfast room Is well appointed with a range of cream shaker style oak units with Corian worktops and is complimented with a central island. Fitted appliances include an oven, steam oven, induction hob, extractor hood and microwave and there is space for an American style fridge freezer. The breakfast area of the kitchen offers plenty of space for table and chairs and there are french doors leading out onto a west facing terrace, great for catching the evening sunshine.
From here leads through into the inner vestibule with doors to the utility room and cloakroom. The utility is a spacious room with fitted units and sink and has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. The cloakroom is fitted with a two piece white suite.
The morning room is a lovely light room with vaulted ceiling fitted with velux windows and has glazed door to the gardens.
The dining room has a feature fireplace with a wood burning stove and to the side there is fitted shelving to the alcove. A door from here leads out into the gardens.
The study is light and bright and has door to the gardens.
The snug is a cosy room and has a striking Victorian style fire surround. housing the gas fire.
To the first floor there are four bedrooms, and the fifth bedroom is currently utilised as a dressing room, all with lovely views.
The first bathroom is beautifully presented with three piece white suite and modern walk in double shower cubicle
The second bathroom is fitted with a three piece white suite with shower over bath
Outside
There is a driveway providing ample parking and path meanders to the side of the property leading to stone steps to the main garden which has an array of mature trees with formal lawns. The gardens really are a delightful area to enjoy the wonderful views and scenery. A summer house, pond and seating area occupy the main garden with an additional terrace directly outside the kitchen.
The timber built work shop creates a great space for a variety of uses and benefits from an electrical supply.
Service
Oil fired Central Heating
Calor Gas for Hob and logburner
Septic Tank
Council Tax Band - F
New roof fitted with Belfry and bell reinstated.
Directions
From Ross-on-Wye proceed on the A40 towards Gloucester passing the village of Weston-under-Penyard and on reaching the hamlet of Ryeford turn right signposted Pontshill. Continue along this lane for approximately 1 mile and turn left signposted Hope Mansell. Continue along this lane for approximately 1.5 miles and look for a sign for the village Hall and turn left as indicated. The property can be found at the end of the lane(100yds)
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