Whitestone, Hereford

An Enchanting Detached & Extended 2 Bedroom Thatched Cottage, nestled within extensive wrap-around gardens and backing onto tranquil open fields. Featuring a detached triple garage, expansive driveway, and a wealth of captivating character features, all set in Whitestone, a short drive from Hereford City.

Entrance Hall – Kitchen/Breakfast Room – Bathroom – Dining Room – Rear Porch – Sitting Room – Snug/Study – Storage – 2 First Floor Double Bedrooms – Detached Triple Garage with Storage – Utility Room – Large Driveway – Extensive Wrap-around Gardens – Greenhouse – Summerhouse – Pond – Stunning Countryside Views – Permission to Convert Garage into Annex

This idyllic property exudes charm from every angle, showcasing a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and tasteful modern updates. Internally, the cottage has been thoughtfully enhanced, including a contemporary kitchen and bathroom, while still retaining the warmth of exposed timber beams, cottage-style doors, and other distinctive features.

Enjoying a wonderfully private setting, this picturesque cottage is ideally situated for those seeking peace and tranquillity without compromising on accessibility, conveniently positioned near local amenities and transport links.

The Property

Entrance Hall: Providing central access to ground floor rooms, finished in tile flooring, with space to the left for hanging coats.

Kitchen: The recently fitted modern kitchen features attractive shaker-style units, laminate countertops, integrated Bosch oven with electric hob & extractor, stainless-steel sink & a half with drainer, subway style splashback tiles, dual aspect windows, and rustic terracotta-style flooring, with space for a fridge freezer and breakfast table.

Dining Room: A delightful and spacious reception room, boasting exposed ceiling beams, tile flooring, and a beautiful brick-and-stone fireplace nook, creating a warm atmosphere ideal for entertaining. Currently used as dining room, but would also be ideal as a spacious sitting room, with handy extra storage located under the stairs.

Rear Porch: Characterful wooden external door leading into a charming porch with space for coats and boots.

Snug/Study: Rich in character, this cosy room benefits from exposed timbers, original windows, and tasteful décor, perfect for relaxation. A wooden hatch opens directly into the kitchen, ideal if the room was alternately used as a dining space.

Sitting Room: An elegant extension, showcasing impressive vaulted ceilings with exposed timbers and beams, large windows inviting abundant natural light, and offering versatile usage options. Completed by hanging pendant lighting, column radiator and tile flooring.

Bathroom: Fitted in a modern white suite, featuring contemporary fixtures, an elegant panelled bath with rainhead shower over, mosaic tiling, and vanity basin with storage.

Bedroom 1: A spacious and inviting double room, complete with exposed timbers, soft neutral tones.

Bedroom 2: Generously sized, currently arranged as a guest room and office space, offering flexibility and comfort, complemented by character beams.

Outside

The expansive, beautifully maintained wrap-around gardens form a delightful setting, with extensive lawns interspersed by mature trees and lush greenery. Multiple seating areas offer peaceful spots for relaxation or entertaining, with a small pond creating a serene focal point. Gardening enthusiasts will appreciate the practical greenhouse, perfect for cultivating homegrown produce. A rustic summerhouse provides a cosy retreat, ideal for enjoying sunny afternoons and quiet evenings. All of this is complemented by stunning, uninterrupted views across the adjoining open countryside, ensuring total privacy and tranquillity.

The substantial detached garage, complete with an adjoining utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and additional storage, adds superb practicality, with the large gravel driveway accommodating multiple vehicles comfortably. Notably, the garage also has permitted development permission to convert into a detached annex, comprising an entrance boot room, open plan kitchen/living area, double bedroom and bathroom. Full details of the approved drawings can be viewed by contacting the GlassHouse Properties office.

Practicalities

Herefordshire Council Tax Band ‘D’
LPG Gas Central Heating
Partially Double Glazed
Mains Electricity & Water
Private Drainage
Full Fibre Broadband Available

Directions

From Hereford, take the A438 towards Ledbury. Continue for 3 miles, along the Ledbury Road and out through Lugwardine. At the intersection on the far side of Bartestree village, turn left followings signs for Whitestone and proceed on the lane for half a mile, where the property can be found on the right-hand side, just before the bridge.

What3Words: ///fizzle.sedative.handover