Howle Hill, Ross-On-Wye

The site is FOR SALE VIA AUCTION with Knight Frank acting in conjunction with Steve Gooch as Joint Auctioneers. The auction will take place on 6th June 2024, unless sold prior. CONTACT OUR OFFICE FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

Boasting an enviable location and set within beautiful Herefordshire countryside is a UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY to acquire a DEVELOPMENT SITE approaching 1.63 acres with FULL PLANNING PERMISSION to erect EIGHT INDIVIDUAL ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED FAMILY HOMES, comprising of SIX DETACHED PROPERTIES AND TWO SEMI DETACHED PROPERTIES.

The plot is surrounded by stunning, peaceful countryside. The plans show that each property has been carefully positioned to maximise the space and views on offer.

Plot Sizes And Details - The current site of Water's Edge has planning permission granted for the erection of six detached and two semi-detached family homes with a range of sizes up to an impressive 2,450 sq ft.

Plot 1 - 2 bedroom semi-detached property, 850 sq ft.

Plot 2 - 2 bedroom semi-detached property, 850 sq ft.

Plot 3 - 4 bedroom detached, 2 en-suites and garage - 2,087 sq ft.

Plot 4 - 4 bedroom detached, 2 en-suites and car port - 2,125 sq ft.

Plot 5 - 4 bedroom detached, 2 en-suites and garage - 2,087 sq ft.

Plot 6 - 4 bedroom detached, 2 en-suites, car port and garage - 2,450 sq ft.

Plot 7 - Four bedroom detached, two en-suites and car port, 2,135 sq ft.

Plot 8 - Four bedroom detached, two en-suites, car port and garage, 2,441 sq ft.

Note - Please see planning reference P190316/F on the Herefordshire Council website for further details. Planning portal says Waters Edge, Sharman Pitch, Howle Hill, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire.

Planning permission was granted on 2 September 2021 for the erection of 8 architecturally designed dwellings. Subsequent approval has been given to discharge all precommencement conditions including Drainage, Ground work investigation , Tree Protection Works, Biodiversity Enhancements and a Construction Management Plan. The approval of the surface and foul water drainage scheme has the approval by the Environment Agency in the form of an Environmental Permit. Full details of the above are available in the Auction Pack.

The discharge of the pre-commencement condition means that the purchaser is in the position to commence they groundworks immediately.

Shopping And Leisure - Close by are two excellent golf clubs and an array of other country and leisure pursuits. The countryside of Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and the Welsh Borders, are within easy reach. Superb fishing is found on the beautiful River Wye and the well known walks on the Malvern Hills and Brecon Beacons are only a short distance away.

Commuting - Ross-On-Wye - 3 miles
Gloucester - 18 miles
Hereford - 18 miles
Cheltenham - 25 miles
Newport - 33 miles
Worcester - 39 miles
Bristol - 51 miles

For the commuter, access can be gained to the M50 motorway (junction 4) for connection with the M5 motorway and A40 / M4 linking up the Midlands, South Wales, the South West and London.

High speed trains can be taken from Gloucester or Cheltenham railway stations with direct journeys to London Paddington.

There are regular bus services to the surrounding areas.

Services - To be implemented by the ingoing purchasers.

Local Authority - Council Tax Band: TBC
Herefordshire Council, Plough Lane, Hereford, HR4 0LE.

Tenure - Freehold.

Viewing - Strictly through the Owners Selling Agent, Steve Gooch, who will be delighted to escort interested applicants to view if required. Office Opening Hours 8.30am - 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm Saturday.

Agents Note - In accordance with the Estate Agents Act 1979, we inform prospective purchasers that this property is owned by a relative of an employee of Steve Gooch Estate Agents, although the Company has no financial interest in the property. Also to inform buyers that VAT is payable on this site.

Auction Details -

Directions - From Ross-on-Wye, take the B4234 towards Walford and after approximately two miles, turn left towards Howle Hill and then taking the first right onto Sharman Pitch. Continue along this road for approximately one mile, where Howle Hill Nursery / Waters Edge, can be found on the right hand side.

Property Surveys - Qualified Chartered Surveyors (with over 20 years experience) available to undertake surveys (to include Mortgage Surveys/RICS Housebuyers Reports/Full Structural Surveys).

Awaiting Vendor Approval - These details are yet to be approved by the vendor. Please contact the office for verified details.