Bailey Lane End, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9

A charming three bedroom stone cottage tucked away at the end of a quiet lane in Bailey Lea End, with countryside views to the Malvern Hills, enjoying character features with spacious living and low maintenance gardens, it offers peace, privacy and timeless rural appeal.

Tucked away at the end of a quiet no through lane in the charming Herefordshire village of Bailey Lea End, this pretty three bedroom stone cottage offers peace and privacy in an idyllic rural setting. Backing onto open fields with far reaching views towards the Malvern Hills, the home combines traditional character with generous living spaces. Inside, the heart of the property is a large kitchen/dining room with a stone floor, complemented by a separate dining room and a good-sized lounge featuring an impressive inglenook fireplace and views over the garden and countryside beyond.

A feature solid wood door opens into the entrance hall where the stone floor provides a practical and characterful welcome, perfect for muddy boots after a Sunday walk through the surrounding woodland and countryside. From here you are drawn into the heart of the home, a dual aspect kitchen and dining room with underfloor heating. This generous space is fitted with extensive solid wood wall and floor units, centred around a farmhouse porcelain sink that enjoys superb views down the valley across the adjoining fields and towards the Malvern Hills. A Rangemaster gas cooker takes pride of place for keen cooks, while a half glazed solid wood back door opens to reveal those all-important views once again.
The sitting room is a cosy retreat with a traditional inglenook fireplace housing a wood burner, creating the perfect setting to snuggle up on a winter’s evening. Large windows frame views over the rear and side garden and countryside beyond, and there is a thoughtfully positioned area for a home office, offering an inspiring outlook for those working from home. Exposed beams run throughout the downstairs, adding traditional character and charm. From the sitting room a doorway opens directly onto the side gardens, making it easy to step outside and enjoy the peaceful setting.
A traditional ledge and brace door leads through to the separate dining room, a versatile space with views across the fields to the side of the home. This room works equally well for entertaining family and friends or could be used as a home office if desired. From here a doorway brings you back to the entrance hall, creating a natural flow that ties the ground floor together beautifully.
UPSTAIRS
From the kitchen area, stairs rise to the first floor landing where three comfortable double bedrooms await. Bedroom One enjoys the perfect wake up call, with far reaching countryside views across rolling hills in the distance. The main bedroom is fitted with full width wardrobes, offering excellent storage without compromising on space. The second bedroom makes clever use of the eaves with built in cupboards, while the third bedroom is another double, ideal for guests or as a child’s room, with built in wardrobes.
The family bathroom is a true highlight, designed as a place to relax and unwind while enjoying the rear views. It features a freestanding roll top bath, a separate corner shower, wash hand basin and WC. Adding to the practicality of the upstairs is a separate WC with wash hand basin, a welcome addition for busy mornings or when the household is full.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached from a quiet lane through a five bar gate, opening onto a generous gravelled parking area with space for four to five vehicles. A single garage with power and lighting provides secure storage and could equally serve as a workshop if required. At the far end of the gardens lies a four roomed outbuilding with power, lighting, and its own separate drainage. With some sympathetic improvement, this building offers excellent potential as ancillary accommodation for extended family or guests, enjoying an outlook across the adjoining fields.
The upper gardens are laid mainly to lawn, framed by mature hedgerows and established trees that enhance both privacy and character. A timber storage shed is positioned close to the house, while a solid wood open canopy offers a sheltered spot to enjoy a morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. To the rear of the cottage, a practical utility cupboard houses the washing machine and tumble dryer, alongside a separate services cupboard containing the recently renewed gas boiler.
The lower garden is enclosed by stock fencing and features raised planters, making it an ideal space for homegrown vegetables or flowers. A beautiful oak tree provides a natural focal point and a shaded retreat on summer afternoons, perfectly complementing the peaceful countryside setting.

DIRECTIONS
From Ross on Wye, head East on the A40 towards Gloucester passing through the villages of Weston Under Penyard and Ryeford. As you climb the hill out of Ryeford take the turning right signposted Drybrook. Continue along this road for approximately 2 miles. As you enter the village of Bailey Lea End, bare left onto a gravel lane which runs adjacent to the main road. Take the first tuning left and follow the lane to the end where Holly Tree Cottage will be found in front of you.