DESCRIPTION Summer Place, a delightfully homely three-bedroom stone cottage, is perched on the side of Lea Bailey Hill. It is a truly tranquil and magical spot; the house boasts a phenomenal view of rolling patchwork fields, the Malvern Hills of Worcestershire and Herefordshire, plus May Hill - a highly distinctive Forest of Dean landmark, identifiable from a crowning clump of trees on its summit.
Three bedrooms • Lounge • Kitchen/family room • Garden room • Family bathroom • En-suite shower room • Off-road parking • Several outbuildings including a chalet, two sheds, a greenhouse and a three-stage wood store
Location
Lea Bailey Hill is around one mile from the village of Lea, a village in south Herefordshire that features a Church of England Primary School that carries a 'Good' Ofsted rating. There is also a village shop, a church, a garage and a pub - The Crown Inn, a 15th-century inn that is family-run and renowned for its great atmosphere and delicious Indian food.
The beautiful market town of Ross-on-Wye is five miles away and offers further amenities. The high street features an assortment of shops, independently-owned boutiques, a range of restaurants, welcoming pubs and various leisure facilities. There are also several supermarkets plus four schools in the town - three primaries and one secondary, all of which boast 'Good' Ofsted ratings.
The town is nicknamed 'the jewel of the Wye' and is located in the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. As such, the town is a popular spot for tourists, particularly during the summer months. Various companies offer a broad range of outdoor pursuits – such as canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding - and these showcase the spectacular river. There is also a range of beautiful walks, which take in the stunning countryside around the town.
The home at a glance
The wooden window frames on this white cottage have been painted light blue - this classic colour combination is synonymous with going on holiday and living in this home gives one the feeling of permanently being on vacation in an idyllic woodland retreat; the location is unspoiled by sound or light pollution and offers a peaceful spot to reconnect with nature and marvel at the serenity of the natural landscape.
The garden is a real sensory joy; birdsong fills the air, scented roses and lavender grow in the flower beds and there is the opportunity to grow fresh fruit and vegetables in the greenhouse and there is also an apple tree and an elderberry tree. The dawn of spring brings a show-stopping display of vibrancy; a yellow haze of daffodils, a lilac carpet of bluebells and a spectacular display of pink Rhododendrons blossom. Come autumn, the changing leaves across the valley create a kaleidoscope of colour.
The cottage has been designed so that its rooms all enjoy a view of its surroundings - the lounge, three upstairs bedrooms and garden room all face the panoramic view, while the kitchen window looks out to a privately-owned woodland -giving a prime opportunity for wildlife spotting.
The chic kitchen includes plenty of food preparation and storage space, along with a wood-burning stove and a small lounge area - the space comes into its own during the winter; the combination of crackling flames and smells of delicious meals provide the most warming, cosy atmosphere.
The kitchen and entrance hall both have trendy Karndean flooring while the lounge, landing and upstairs bedrooms all feature grey wool carpets. Of these upstairs bedrooms, the master features an en-suite shower room that features a calming blue spotlight. The middle bedroom, currently utilised as a study, could accommodate a single bed and the end room -previously another double bedroom - has been transformed into a dressing room.
General
Services
LPG gas central heating. Mains water and electricity. Septic tank. Telephone line, broadband and cable TV.
Local Authority
Forest of Dean District Council
01594 810000
Council Tax
Band E
Directions
From Ross-on-Wye take the A40 towards Gloucester and head through Weston under Penyard and Ryeford.
Shortly after you enter the village of Lea, take the right-hand turning to Mitcheldean, then, after around 600 metres, take the right-hand turning marked 'Drybrook' then stay on this road until you see a sign for Lea Bailey Hill. Summer House is situated up this hill on the left-hand side of the road.
Ross-on-Wye 5 miles • Monmouth 14 miles • Gloucester 15 miles • Hereford 19 miles • Cheltenham 22 miles • Chepstow 22 miles •
(All distances are approximate)
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