Firsmead, Ross-on-Wye

6 Firs Mead

Set within approximately half a mile of the heart of a picturesque market town, and close to a network of beautiful countryside walks, this charming three/four-bedroom chalet bungalow offers a highly versatile layout, including a first-floor guest suite.
The gardens are beautifully planted with a variety of vibrant blooms and thoughtfully arranged into a series of distinct "garden rooms," each revealing a new delight as you explore.
Enhancing the eco home's sustainability credentials, the roof hosts an array of 12 solar panels supported by two storage batteries, providing impressive energy efficiency and environmentally conscious living.





Location
Firsmead straddles the fringes of Ross-on-Wye, a picturesque market town which is famed for being the birthplace of British tourism due to its spectacular scenery; the town is perched on red sandstone cliffs which overlook the River Wye. The town centre features an assortment of shops, independently owned boutiques, a range of restaurants, welcoming pubs, various leisure facilities, plus a network of countryside and riverside walks.
The town is within easy reach of major road networks; the A40 is nearby, and the east-bound road provides a direct route to Gloucester, Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. Meanwhile, motorists heading in the opposite direction can journey towards the M4 at Newport, giving access to Cardiff and London.
In addition, the M50 motorway begins in Ross-on-Wye, and this gives good access to the M5 - leading to Birmingham to the north and Bristol to the south.
It is also worth noting that Birmingham City Airport, Bristol Airport and Cardiff Airport are each approximately one hour away by car.







The Home at a Glance
Set at the end of a small yet welcoming cul-de-sac, 6 Firsmead is a deceptively spacious home that has been thoughtfully refurbished in recent years. The property now combines modern comfort with energy-conscious upgrades, including sleek full-height radiators installed throughout, a reconfigured layout that creates a larger family bathroom, and eco-friendly additions such as solar panels, battery storage and an EV charging point.
The main entrance opens into a welcoming reception hallway, which has bamboo flooring and provides a natural flow through the ground floor. From here, the home opens into a generously proportioned and beautifully bright sitting room. Flooded with natural light from three aspects, the space benefits from a large picture window as well as French doors leading directly out to the rear garden, creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living. There is an attractive parquet floor and a chimney breast which remains accessible within the room, offering potential for a future owner to install a feature fireplace if desired, adding both warmth and character to this inviting space.
The ground floor also benefits from a dining room, previously utilised as a double bedroom. This charming space also carries bamboo flooring and is centred around an attractive stained-glass window, which provides a distinctive focal point and adds character to the room.
The recently refurbished kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with sleek contemporary units and durable yet stylish composite worktops. The kitchen is well equipped with an Indesit induction hob with an extractor hood above, along with an Indesit double oven. There is also provision for a dishwasher and space for a fridge/freezer. A glazed door opens directly onto the garden, allowing for easy outdoor access and plenty of natural light.
The ground floor further accommodates two bedrooms. One of these is large enough to accommodate a double bed and enjoys a desirable dual-aspect position, allowing natural light to pour in throughout the day and offering a particularly pleasant outlook over the rear garden.
The family bathroom is also located on this level and has been designed as a comfortable and practical space. It features a double-ended bath, a dual-headed shower, a countertop vanity unit, a WC and a heated towel rail. The room also houses a discreet cupboard containing the Worcester Bosch combi boiler. A separate utility room, with provision for a washing machine, along with a useful coat cupboard, completes the ground floor.
Upstairs, the first floor provides an excellent opportunity for a guest suite or multi-generational living arrangement. This level comprises a spacious double bedroom with ample fitted storage and an en-suite shower room fitted with a three-piece suite. In addition, there is a further sitting room, which could easily be adapted to create an additional bedroom if required.
Outside, a flagstone pathway gently winds its way around the home, creating an attractive route through the garden and linking a variety of thoughtfully placed seating areas. These inviting spots allow different corners of the garden to be enjoyed throughout the day. The outdoor space has also been designed with wildlife in mind, featuring areas that encourage visiting fauna, including a wildflower patch and fragrant lavender planted within a sunny, sheltered area ideal for laundry drying.
Closer to the house lies a particularly enchanting section of the garden, centred around a small wildlife pond and a decorative rockery. A nearby water feature adds to the atmosphere, its gentle, trickling sound creating a calm and relaxing setting.
Further from the house, the garden opens out into a lawned area interspersed with several specimen trees, including a beautiful flowering cherry that provides a striking display in season.
An archway leads through to an additional garden zone, where raised beds offer excellent potential for growing fresh produce. This area also features a pergola-covered, gravelled seating space-an ideal spot for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the surroundings.
Parking is well catered for with a long driveway providing space for several vehicles, along with access to an EV charging point. A detached garage, fitted with lighting and power, offers useful and discreet storage space.







General
Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Mains gas central heating. An array of 12 solar PV panels + two batteries. BT telephone line and fibre broadband is available.
Local Authority
Herefordshire. Tax band F.
Council Tax
Freehold
Directions
From Ross-on-Wye town centre, take Copse Cross Street and head towards Walford Road, then - at the Prince of Wales Pub - turn right onto Archenfield Road and continue for circa one-third of a mile, then turn left into Firsmead. Number 6 is at the end of this short cul-de-sac.
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Ross-on-Wye town centre 0.5 miles - Monmouth 13 miles - Hereford 16 miles - Gloucester 18 miles - Cheltenham 25 miles - (All distances are approximate)