Detached house for sale in Llangrove, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire HR9

A substantial period property dating back to the 17th century with a wealth of original features, including oak beams and period fireplaces. The property is situated in a peaceful location along a quiet lane, accessed by a private drive. This wonderful house enjoys an outstanding position with magnificent views of the Herefordshire countryside surrounded by a landscaped garden with many species of trees and mature shrubs. It has previously been run as a Bed and Breakfast and now offers scope for further modernization.

Situation

Situated in the popular village of Llangrove set amidst beautiful countryside yet within easy reach of Monmouth town to the south and Ross-on-Wye to the north both provide a comprehensive range of amenities, including shops, theatres and sporting opportunities. An excellent choice of schools which enjoy outstanding reputations including Monmouth Comprehensive School and the Haberdashers’ School for Boys and Girls. Llangrove has a well-respected school, active village hall, historic church and lively pub. The property benefits from excellent road links to the nearby village of Whitchurch allows easy access to major road networks and is accessible to Symonds Yat (aonb) which has a wealth of outdoor leisure and water pursuits and exceptional walks along the River Wye.

Ground Floor

A solid wooden door leads into an attractive porch with double doors leading into the reception hall with wood board floor and large open fireplace with period surround. The drawing room is accessed from the hallway and is an elegant, light and spacious room with a wooden floor, panelled walls and a high ceiling. It benefits from a large bay window overlooking the garden and additional glazed double doors open onto a patio area, all with original wooden shutters. This well-proportioned room also benefits from a recently fitted wood-burning stove set in the original fireplace and surround.

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A light, spacious inner hallway with a door accessing the garden, leads to the further living areas, a walk-in pantry and downstairs lavatory. The sitting room has a woodburning stove and a large bay window with wonderful views across the garden and countryside beyond. The dining room has period features and benefits from a bay window with a view and a woodburning stove. Adjoining the dining room is the kitchen with slate flooring, period beams and wooden panelling on the walls.

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Floor and wall units with a composite worktop incorporate a Miele induction hob with overhead extractor fan. There is also a 90cm Gaggenau oven and an Aga. This room opens into a back kitchen, with a continuation of the slate flooring and additional floor and wall units and a sink. It also houses the Worcester Boiler. This room benefits from a Velux window and leads into two separate utility rooms, with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier. There are doors giving access to the patio and garden beyond. The cellar is accessed through a door in the kitchen.

First Floor

The imposing staircase with wood paneling leads up to a spacious first floor landing with an inner corridor leading to the master bedroom, a light and wonderfully proportioned room with period features including a fireplace with mantelpiece. It also benefits from fitted wardrobes, a large cupboard, and a window with far-reaching views across the garden. A en suite is located next to this room including a bath and separate shower cubicle. Four further double bedrooms including three with ensuite bathrooms are accessed from the main landing. All benefiting from period features and views across the gardens and surrounding countryside. A door from the landing also leads to a second family bathroom.

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A second staircase off the corridor gives access to two further double bedrooms, one, currently used as a study, benefits from a Velux window, a fitted cupboard and wall shelving. The further bedroom also has a Velux window, a built-in wardrobe and has a ceiling hatch giving access to the attic.

Outside

The property is approached over a long driveway opening to a graveled parking area in front of the house, with well planted landscaped gardens with mature trees to the front and rear. The current owners have encouraged re-wilding in the grounds over the past 20 years, including planting boundary hedges and over 50 specimens of trees and creating a natural, dew pond. The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 4.5 acres.

EPC

Band E

General

Oil central heating
Private Drainage

Local Authority

Herefordshire County Council

Rights Of Way, Wayleaves And Easements

The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way either public or private, all easements and other rights of way whether referred to or not.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Agents:
David James .