Firtree Cottage, Great Doward, . HR9 6BP. 2 01989 567979

Escape to the country in this rural hideaway. A three bedroom detached cottage nestled high on the Doward hillside with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside complete with paddock, stabling and woodland approx. 1.07 acres.

* Entrance Porch * Conservatory * Sitting Room * Dining Room * Kitchen/Breakfast Room * Shower Room * Utility * Three Bedrooms * Family Bathroom * Stable Block * Summer House * Numerous Storage Sheds * Workshop * Pretty Gardens * Small Paddock * Woodland * Far Reaching Views * Newly Fitted Windows Throughout Price: £330,000 Freehold Firtree Cottage is the ideal spot to relax, unwind and watch the world go by. From its elevated location to its wealth of character features, potential purchaser Inner Hallway: will find this home a real haven. Situated in the hamlet of Great Doward, Door to: which lies equi-distant between the market towns of Ross on Wye and , both having and excellent range of amenities with Monmouth Dining Room: 11' x 10'9" (3.35m x 3.28m). playing host to arguably, two the best girls and boys private schools in the Dining views are enviable and summer months will be spent with the French country. The property also enjoys excellent links to South and the Doors opening out to the distant Herefordshire countryside views. Wood block Midlands via the A40 and M50 motorway. The cottage which has been flooring reflects the light and the flow of the home continues through an considerably updated over the years has a plethora of traditional features and archway leading to: retains its cottage feel throughout, without surrendering ease of living. Those searching for a rural retreat or a taste of country life must surely take a look at Kitchen/Breakfast Room: 16' x 10'3" (4.88m x 3.12m). this cottage of content. The vaulted ceilings and velux rooflight give a real feeling of space in this sizeable room and the breakfast area is ideal for busy mornings or when friends The property is approached over a gravelled patio area leading to: and family call in for a catch up. Having an extensive range of fitted wall and Entrance Porch: floor storage cupboards, serviceable ceramic effect tiled flooring, tiled Having pitched tiled roof, uPVC stable door, great for summer days, widows to splashbacks, feature pine tongue and groove ceiling, plumbing for dishwasher side aspects, low maintenance quarry tiled flooring, ideal for muddy boots after and space for fridge/freezer and cooker. Floor mounted central heating boiler, a long walk in the many footpaths which comb The Doward. Solid wood door window to side aspect and numerous power points. Door to: to: Inner Hallway: 16' (4.88m) overall length. Sitting Room: 22' x 11' (6.71m x 3.35m). Having solid wood spindle staircase leads to the first floor landing. Door to: Cottage life is epitomised in this cosy sizeable room with a fantastic feature stone wall with cast iron wood burning stove at its heart, the perfect focal point Conservatory: 16'5" x 7'2" (5m x 2.18m). on a cosy winters day. The character is continued with exposed wood beams A great spot to chill, read a book or enjoy breakfast while taking in the and recessed shelving alcoves. Having two windows to the front aspect taking surrounding countryside. Having windows throughout with rural views, in the superb far reaching views and glazed panelled doors lead to: laminate wood floor, double doors to the patio area and door to: 3

15 Gloucester Road, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire HR9 5BU Tel: (01989) 567 979 Fax: (01989) 561 032 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.richard-butler.co.uk 01989 567979

Utility: A must have for a busy lifestyle with farmhouse style Belfast sink, plumbing Outside: for washing machine and window to rear aspect.

From the Inner Hallway a door gives access to: Shower Room: Great when you have a full house with wall mounted wash hand basin, low level WC and shower cubicle with full tiled walls, extractor fan and frosted window to rear aspect.

A solid wood half turned staircase leads to: First Floor Landing: Making maximum use of available natural light with a large velux roof window and additional window to rear aspect. Having a feature galleried bannister and a useful storage cupboard and airing cupboard with shelving within.

Bedroom 1: 11' x 11' (3.35m x 3.35m). Morning views to the distant views are a pleasure via a window to the front aspect. Having single radiator, part vaulted ceiling and power points.

Bedroom 2: 11'2" x 10'2" (3.4m x 3.1m). A second double bedroom with that all important outlook, single radiator, part vaulted ceiling and power points. The gardens and outbuildings to the cottage are of good proportion with plenty of space for a myriad of uses. A made up driveway leads to a tarmac off road Bedroom 3: 12'1" x 7'1" (3.68m x 2.16m). parking area with space for four vehicles or storage for boat or caravan if A good size third bedroom making great use of available space with double required. This leads to a stable block with storage space, tack room and built in wardrobe and views to the front aspect. hardstanding, ideal for a pony and the abundance of bridal paths that the Doward provides. A single garage and log store are also present with a timber Bathroom: built storage shed to the rear. The formal gardens are entered via double Having three white piece suite comprising Whirlpool panelled bath with shower wrought iron gates to a gravel patio with low level stone wall to the front and attachment, low level close coupled WC and pedestal wash hand basin, tiled the first glimpse of those views the property is fueled with. bath surround and splashbacks, shaver light point, extractor fan and window to Continuing past the home the patio area continues leading to a substantial rear aspect. timber built Workshop with double doors, power and lighting. From the patio steps lead down to the pretty lower garden laid mainly to lawn with established 4 www.richard-butler.co.uk

flowers and bushes throughout and leading to a chocolate box style Summer House perfect for getting away from it all or storage for garden furniture. An established hedgerow with gateway leads to a half acre paddock of grazing land complete with fruit trees. To the rear of the property is an expanse of woodland belonging to the cottage teeming with an abundance of birdlife.

Directions: From Ross on Wye proceed South on the A40 dual carriageway taking the exit. At the roundabout take the second exit signposted Whitchurch and just before you cross over the dual carriageway turn left signposted The Doward. Follow this road adjacent to the A40 passing the service station on your right hand side, continue up the hill passing the Landrover garage on your left and taking the left turn for The Doward and Biblings. Follow this road up the hill for approximately 1.5 miles turning left signposted E & I Williams and Leaping Stocks Road, follow the road for approximately 0.5 mile where Boxtree Cottage will be found on your right hand side with a new build bungalow in front. Bear left at the bungalow taking the made up track and at the bottom of the lane turn left for Firtree Cottage.

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Utility Cupboard Room Kitchen/Breakfast Room Bathroom Hall Landing

Conservatory

Dining Sitting Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Room Room

Bedroom 3

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