Howle Hill, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9

Elevated above the Wye Valley on the sought after Howle Hill, this charming stone cottage sits within approx. 5 acres of level land. Offering spacious, characterful living, stables, and lovely countryside views, it presents a rare lifestyle opportunity.

Set in an elevated position in the Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) with breathtaking views over the Wye Valley, within the sought after hamlet of Howle Hill, this picture perfect country cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial stone built home with approximately five acres of level land. The property which lies approximately 3 miles south of Ross-on-Wye which offers a good range of shopping, social and sports facilities, along with excellent road links to the Midlands, South Wales and the M4 corridor.

Full of character, the property provides spacious accommodation throughout, including three generous double bedrooms and a layout that flows effortlessly, creating a warm and inviting family home. The ground floor offers an abundance of entertaining space, ideal for both everyday living and hosting guests.

Externally, the property truly comes into its own. The level paddocks and formal gardens are perfectly suited to equestrian use and are complemented by two stable blocks, making this an exceptional proposition for those with equine interests. With hacking and countryside walks directly accessible from the doorstep, the lifestyle offering here is second to none. Properties combining such charm, space, and usable land in this location are rarely available, making this a unique and highly desirable home.

The property is entered via a spacious entrance hall, beautifully finished with limestone flooring throughout the ground floor, ideal for muddy boots after countryside walks plus a useful storage cupboard. This welcoming space opens via French doors onto the rear courtyard, with a downstairs WC cloakroom also conveniently located here. Solid oak doors feature throughout, adding a quality finish.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the open plan kitchen dining room, a superb space designed for both family life and entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with granite worktops, solid wood cabinetry and a fantastic AGA range cooker, ideal for those who enjoy cooking and hosting. A central island breakfast bar provides a sociable focal point for busy mornings or casual dining.

The dining area enjoys a dual aspect outlook, flooding the room with natural light, with French doors opening onto the private rear courtyard, perfect for alfresco dining during the summer months. Leading off the dining area is a versatile utility or alternative dining or living area, suitable for a range of uses.

From the entrance hall, the sizable sitting room is a wonderful sociable space, enjoying an abundance of natural light from wraparound windows and far reaching views towards the Black Mountains and surrounding countryside. A further wood burning stove adds warmth and character in the winter months. A delightful snug/office offers a more intimate retreat to curl up with a book, centered around a charming inglenook fireplace, perfect for cosy evenings.

The living accommodation offers an excellent balance of open, sociable areas alongside cosy, characterful spaces, ideally suited to modern family living.

UPSTAIRS
A full turn solid oak staircase rises to the first floor, leading to a spacious galleried landing filled with natural light.


The upstairs accommodation comprises three well proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying beautiful countryside views. The principal suite is particularly impressive, offering excellent proportions with fitted wardrobe and spacious en-suite wet room and useful eaves storage. The bedroom also enjoys stunning views towards the Welsh mountains surrounding fields and their spectacular sunsets. Bedroom two also includes a good range of built in fitted wardrobes. Bedroom three is a good sized double with a pleasant dual aspect.

The family bathroom is fully tiled with a travertine finish, creating a light and elegant space and comprises a quality four piece suite including bath with shower over. Overall, the first floor provides comfortable and well-balanced accommodation with those all-important rural outlooks.

OUTSIDE
Externally, the property complements the lifestyle on offer. It is approached via a gated private gravel driveway leading to extensive off road parking, ideal for multiple vehicles as well as motorhome, caravan or horsebox storage.

Immediately surrounding the property are the formal gardens, designed for ease of maintenance and currently laid to level lawns and patio areas. These spaces provide a wonderful blank canvas, offering excellent scope for those with a passion for gardening to create something truly special.
To the rear of the cottage with driveway access sits a substantial 25ft double garage with power, lighting and drainage, providing excellent potential as a gym, workshop, hobby space or annexe subject the necessary consents.

Beyond the gardens, the property transitions seamlessly into its equestrian facilities, with three large stables, a foaling box, tack room and open feed barn, all with their own gated entrance. The location of this property provides easy access to many local and national training and competition venues. Adjacent to the stabling lies the excellent pastureland, providing level and well maintained grazing, ideal for equestrian use or livestock rotation. This element of the property truly sets it apart, delivering a rare and highly desirable equestrian lifestyle offering hacking or outriding straight from the fields.
Overall, the outside space adds practicality, flexibility and huge potential, making it perfectly suited to a range of buyers seeking countryside living with land.

Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: F
Energy Performance rating: E
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Oil central heating
Heating features: Double glazing, Wood burner, Aga/Rayburn.
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2, Three EE & Vodafone All OK
Parking: Garage, Driveway, Off Street, and Private
Restrictions - Conservation Area: ANOB
Public right of way: Yes: Footpath adjacent to driveway
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DIRECTIONS
From Ross on Wye proceed west heading for Walford for approx. 1.8 miles taking the left hand turn signposted Howell Hill. After 500 yds take the turning right for Howle Hill and continue up the hill for ¾ of a mile, as you leave the wooded area the entrance for Bramley Cottage will be found after approx. 100 yds on your left hand side.