1 Wye Valley Lodge
Ashes Lane, Symonds Yat, HR9 6BL
Perched in a spot overlooking the famed Wye Valley gorge, this lovely four-bedroom home boasts striking views of the wooded hills that beautify this spectacular setting. The property is set out over four storeys and includes three reception rooms - one of which is a delightful open-plan sitting room/dining room which leads out to a substantial wooden deck.
Four bedrooms, three with en-suite facilities • Open sitting room/dining room • Games room • Playroom • Kitchen • Utility • Family shower room • Balcony • Wooden deck • Tiered garden • Private parking
Location
The spectacular setting of Symonds Yat is situated in the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The location 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 plenty of 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 situated 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.
The home at a glance
1 Wye Valley Lodge is a property with an interesting history; the property dates back to the 1800s and was once part of the Symonds Yat Hotel - and Princess Victoria Mary of Teck, the Queen's grandmother, is reported to have visited the establishment. In subsequent years, the property was adapted into a care home. Then, in the earliest part of the 21st century, it became a pub - The Symonds Yat Inn - before its current incarnation: a charming and characterful home.
Two flights of stairs lead to the home and its expansive wooden deck that overlooks the stunning scenery - and this spot showcases some lovely sunrises over the wooded hills. This deck leads into a fantastic open-plan sitting room and dining room - an open archway acts as a partition between the two areas, a high ceiling accentuates the spacious feel of the expanse and plenty of light pours in to the dual aspect space. One of the loveliest focal points is a wood-burning stove which is beautifully framed by a marble fireplace.
The well-equipped kitchen includes a multitude of floor-and-eye level cupboards, plus a double oven, ceramic hob and there is also space and plumbing for a dishwasher. Beyond here, there is a lovely playroom – meaning that while meals are prepared in the kitchen, younger members of the household stay and play close by. At the far end of this level of the property, there is a utility room, which has space for a fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, plus an additional sink and a WC.
A staircase with an attractive exposed stone wall leads from the sitting room down to the basement, which is presently used a games room that comfortably accommodates a 7ft pool table. If one wished, this could be adopted into a wine cellar or restful home office.
Meanwhile, the four bedrooms are all found on the upper two levels of the property. The light-streamed master bedroom is the only bedroom which does not have en-suite facilities; instead it boasts a beautiful balcony which showcases the spectacular surrounding view. There is also a fantastic family shower-room just across the hall, which has a sizeable walk-in shower, plus an attractive basin and WC unit which gives ample storage space for toiletries. There is also an airing cupboard giving plenty of room to store towels and more.
The suite on the top floor of the property – which carries the en-suite bathroom – has a door leading to a little bridge which travels to the striking rear garden.
The outside space
The sloped rear garden has been landscaped to include several terraces to ensure that the magnificent view it boasts can be more readily enjoyed. Right at the very top of the garden, there is an excellent spot in which the River Wye can be seen to the south of the home.
In terms of parking arrangements, there is private parking off a narrow BOAT (byway open to all traffic) and there is space for four to five vehicles.
There is also a large, dry storage area underneath the expansive wooden deck. This gives plenty of space to keep bikes, canoes, kayaks, et cetera – and as Symonds Yat is so well known for its exciting outdoor activities, this is particularly advantageous.
General
Services
Oil central heating. Mains water, electricity and drainage. Telephone line and broadband.
Local Authority
Herefordshire Council
01432 260000
Council Tax
Band E
Tenure
Freehold
Directions
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. Continue along this road until you see The Padocks Hotel, then use the turning circle to turn right onto Ashes Lane. 1 Wye Valley Lodge is the first property on the left-hand side.
Monmouth 5.5 miles • Ross-on-Wye 7.5 miles •
Hereford 17 miles • Gloucester 26 miles •
Cheltenham 33 miles • Bristol 50.5 miles •
(All distances are approximate)
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