Walford House, Priory Lea, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9

Feel like Lord or Lady of the Manor in this elegant two-bedroom first floor apartment, within a grand 19th century country house. Sharing an impressive entrance hall and striking Doric portico with just one other apartment, this refined home is filled with natural light and has wonderful rural view.

Priory Lea is a highly desirable and tranquil residential setting nestled in the charming village of Walford, just a short drive from the picturesque market town of Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire. Surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, mature woodland, and the meandering River Wye, this peaceful enclave offers an idyllic rural lifestyle with the convenience of modern amenities close at hand.

The area is renowned for its natural beauty, with the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) on the doorstep, offering countless opportunities for walking, cycling, canoeing, and wildlife spotting. Despite its rural charm, Priory Lea is ideally located for access to Ross-on-Wye’s array of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and essential services, including medical centres and supermarkets.

Transport connections are excellent, with the nearby A40 providing swift links to Monmouth, Hereford, Gloucester, and onwards to the M50/M5 for broader regional and national travel.

Walford itself retains a strong village feel, with a welcoming community, a respected primary school, and lovely local walks right from the doorstep. The combination of scenic surroundings, refined homes, and excellent connectivity makes Priory Lea a particularly attractive location for retirees, professionals, and those seeking a peaceful second home.

The property is approached via a magnificent Doric portico, which opens into an elegant communal reception hall shared exclusively with Apartments One and Three. A striking original sweeping staircase, rich in period detail, rises gracefully to the first-floor landing, where the private entrance to Apartment Three is located. From here, a door opens into:

Reception Hall:
Being split level with six steps between each level. Beautifully lit with LED ceiling spotlights. Power points. Door to airing cupboard housing unvented electric hot water cylinder, shelving and immersion heater. Panelled door leads to:

Cloakroom:
Recently re-fitted with classical white suite comprising low level WC, vanity unit with square wash hand basin and mono block mixer and storage beneath. Half tiled walls, extractor fan. LED ceiling spotlights. Access to sizeable roof space. Limed oak effect laminate flooring.

Fabulous Drawing Room: 20'5" x 16' (6.22m x 4.88m).
A beautifully proportioned room featuring three large sash windows that flood the space with natural light and offer delightful views over the meticulously maintained communal gardens, extending towards Bulls Hill in the distance. The room is enhanced by a period-style Adams mock fireplace with a marble hearth and decorative inserts, adding a classic focal point. Bespoke fitted shelving and cabinetry provide practical and stylish storage. Additional features include two Fischer radiators, multiple power points, TV point, wall lights, picture lighting, and a high ceiling with detailed coving, all contributing to the room’s timeless charm.

From the main reception hall:
Six steps lead down to inner hallway with arch through to:

Dining Area: 10'10" x 9'6" (3.3m x 2.9m).
Window to side aspect. Fischer radiator, power points. Lit shelving. Two small steps leading up to:

Kitchen: 11'5" x 6'4" (3.48m x 1.93m).
A superbly appointed kitchen featuring an excellent range of white painted oak base and matching wall units, beautifully complemented by Silestone worktops. An integrated Villeroy & Boch one-and-a-half bowl sink with monobloc mixer tap sits beneath a side-facing window, providing natural light and a pleasant outlook. High-quality appliances include a Neff induction hob, Bosch stainless steel oven and grill with extractor hood above, and a built-in fridge and freezer. Additional features include concealed over-counter lighting, part-tiled walls, plumbing for a dishwasher, ample power points, and energy-efficient LED spotlights, all combining style with practicality.

Master Bedroom: 15'3" x 14' (4.65m x 4.27m).
A tremendous amount of space in this large double room a range of built in double wardrobes, dressing table and storage cupboards above. Large sash window with lovely outlook over the manicured communal gardens. Fischer radiator, power points. Door to additional recessed shelved storage cupboard.
En-Suite Shower Room: Approx. 8'5" (2.57) x 7' (2.13)
Lavishly fitted with walk in glazed shower enclosure, rainfall shower head and additional mixer. WC with concealed cistern and marble top. Vanity unit for storage. Vanity lighting. Square wash hand basin with mono block mixer. Beautiful marble effect tiled walls. LED ceiling spotlights. Chromium electric towel radiator.

Bedroom 2: 15'4" (4.67m) x 9'6" (2.9m) widening to 12'6" (3.8m) into bay.
Sash window, again with lovely outlook over communal gardens. Full range of fitted wardrobes with shelving and drawers to one elevation with part mirror fronted door. Blyss radiator, coved ceiling, power points. Door into:
En-Suite Bathroom: 8'2" x 7'2" (2.5m x 2.18m).
Again, generous in size with classical white suite comprising low level WC. Vanity unit with square wash hand basin and mono block mixer with vanity light. Timber panelled Heritage bath with mono block shower mixer and additional electric shower. Fully tiled walls, extractor fan and LED ceiling spotlights.

Outside:
Allocated parking for 2 vehicles, use of landscaped well maintained, well stocked mature communal garden, additional private lockable cellar.

Agents Note:
The property is Leasehold with Freehold owned by residents with service charges of approximately £140 pcm for house and £80 pcm for the gardens. The buildings insurance is included in this.
We understand some pets are allowed, please check your individual need before purchase.

Property Information:
The property is Grade II Listed
Council Tax Band D
Mains Drainage
Broadband Fibre 100
Electric Fischer Heating

Directions:
From the centre of Ross-on-Wye proceed into Copse Cross Street and into Walford Road, continue for approximately 2 miles and after the sharp right hand bend take the right hand turn into Priory Lea and bear right following around to the car parking area and the front of Walford House.