Located in a slightly elevated position in the pretty Wye side village of Hoarwithy. Being ideal for commuting to either Hereford, nine miles, or Ross on Wye, five miles, both of which have an excellent range of sporting, shopping and social facilities. There are also great links to South Wales and the Midlands via the A40 and M50 motorway which are just a 10 minute drive away. Within the village itself there is a pretty Romanesque church, a popular pub and a thriving community spirit.
The cottage sits on a quiet C road and is a real haven with beautiful river walks right on the doorstep. The unobstructed views to the Wye and beyond will give potential purchasers a real quality of life, much sought after, yet rarely found.
The property is entered via:
Canopied Front Entrance Porch:
Hardwood glazed door into:
Dining Hall: 15'6" (4.72m) into doorway x 11'11" (3.63m).
Painted ceiling timbers. Double glazed window to front aspect taking in the superb views over the River Wye and surrounding countryside. Radiator. Fitted wall lights. Built in storage cupboard. Door to:
Downstairs WC:
Attractive wood effect tiled flooring. Wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splashback. Fitted mirror with light. Painted exposed beam. WC with concealed cistern. Wall mounted ladder style towel rail.
From the dining hall, step leads up to:
Kitchen:
Double glazed window to side aspect and front aspect taking in the lovely River Wye views. Range of cream Shaker style base and wall mounted units. Concealed Worcester gas fired combination boiler which supplies domestic hot water and central heating. Rolled edge worktops. Free standing Cannon gas four ring hob with oven and grill beneath. Wood panelled feature walls. Plumbing for washing machine. Slimline dishwasher and larder style fridge/freezer. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Access to small loft space. Modern slimline radiator.
Split Level Sitting Room: 24'9" x 11'8" (7.54m x 3.56m).
A superb light and spacious room. Large double glazed window to front aspect with deep display sill and radiator beneath, again taking in the lovely views over River Wye. Exposed painted stonework and wood panel to dado level, exposed ceiling beams. Ledge and brace door to understairs storage cupboard. Step down. Fireplace with exposed stone surround, recessed wood burning stove on a raised stone hearth. Exposed ceiling beams. Two radiators, TV point. Opening through to:
Sun Room: 11'10" x 5'2" (3.6m x 1.57m).
Double glazed windows to front and side aspects, double glazed uPVC door out to sun terrace, all overlooking the river and countryside beyond, a lovely spot to sit and watch the world go by.
First Floor Landing:
Double glazed window to rear aspect. Velux window.
Bedroom 1: 11'5" x 11'2" (3.48m x 3.4m).
Double glazed window to rear and front aspects again with the beautiful views. Radiator, access to loft space.
Bedroom 3: 11'3" x 8'5" (3.43m x 2.57m)
Double glazed window to front aspect with lovely views. Radiator. Door to shelved storage cupboard.
Bedroom 2: 11'4" x 9'9" (3.45m x 2.97m).
Step leading up. double glazed window to front aspect again with the views. Wardrobe. Radiator. There is potential to extend over the kitchen, subject to the necessary requirements.
Family Bathroom:
Velux window to front aspect. Modern white suite comprising low level WC with concealed cistern. Wash hand basin with vanity unit, tiled panelled bath with glazed screen and Mira shower. Chrome towel rail. Attractive wood effect flooring.
Outside:
The property is accessed via concrete driveway, to the left is a sloped bank of grass with mature hedges, as you continue up the driveway the parking area levels out to provide parking for up to four vehicles with turning. Forty Steps also has forty steps which lead up to the property. From the parking area a pathway leads up to a sun terrace which enjoys superb views over the surrounding Herefordshire countryside with a further private seating area taking in those breathtaking river views towards the south aspect. Attached to the cottage is a Shed: 9'3" x 5'1" (2.82m x 1.55m) with power and racking for tools. A set of steps then lead up to a generous Barn/Wood Shed: 18'6" x 11'3" (5.64m x 3.43m).
A terraced lawned area to the rear of the property with bark pathway leading around the elevated gardens.
Property Information:
Council Tax Band: E
Heating: LPG Central Heating
Private Drainage. Mains Water and Electric
Broadband: Basic 19 Mbps Available
Satellite/Fibre: Sky & BT available. Virgin: Not available.
Mobile Phone Coverage: https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Agents Note: There are fishing rights to the property. Please ask agent for further details.
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Directions:
From Ross on Wye take the A49 to Hereford taking the second turning on the right signposted Hoarwithy, follow the road for approximately 5 miles passing the New Harp Inn in Hoarwithy and take the right fork for Kings Caple, then the next left signposted Cottage of Content. Procced along the lane for approximately 650 yards and the property can be found on the left hand side.