Goodrich

Queenstone, Goodrich

Perched on a hillside within the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this substantial bungalow boasts five reception rooms as well as four bedrooms, four bathrooms and an integral garage with a workshop. The detached country home wonderfully exhibits the River Wye winding its way around wooded hills beyond the manicured garden.

Sought-after village location
Goodrich lies beneath Coppett Hill, a peak that gives good walks and splendid views of the AONB. Arguably, the village is most well-known for its commanding 11th-century hill-top castle which stands on the northern fringe of the village. This fortress hosts the 'Roaring Meg' - the largest and only surviving Civil War mortar, which was cast in 1646 for the siege of the castle.
Goodrich houses two excellent pubs, The Hostelrie, an impressive 18th-century gothic-style inn, and The Cross Keys, a welcoming family-run former coaching inn that consistently garners rave reviews online. In addition, Goodrich Village Hall is a fantastic community venue that frequently hosts various events, fitness classes and also operates as a pop-up cinema.
In terms of schooling, there are two well-regarded primary schools close by - Whitchurch CE (VA) Primary is one mile away from Queenstone and this carries an 'Outstanding' Ofsted grade, whereas Goodrich CE Primary is in the heart of the village and this has attained a 'Good' Ofsted score. Queenstone sits around five miles in either direction between the popular market towns of Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye, both of which feature good comprehensive schools, independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Monmouth is also home to the prestigious Haberdashers private schools.

The home at a glance
Queenstone is a stone's throw from the gently tumbling waters of the River Wye but, as it is in an elevated position above the majestic waterway, there is no flood risk.
This deceptively spacious bungalow takes its name from the Huntsham Queenstone, a local landmark which is visible in the fields across the river. The monolith dates to the Bronze Age and has 13 vertical grooves on the face. While many believe this has been caused by water erosion, the village's folklore tells a different story, and it is believed that warriors on horseback used the rock to sharpen their swords before battle.
The main entrance leads into a reception lobby, and beyond here, there is a hallway which winds around the home. It is worth noting that the construction of the property allows for the internal layout to be reconfigured if required.
Presently, there are five reception rooms, two of which serve as substantial sitting rooms, each boasting fireplaces as well as phenomenal views of the Wye Valley. Of the other reception rooms, one is utilised as a formal dining room - and exhibits the spellbinding landscape wonderfully well - another is a peaceful, triple-aspect garden room and the smallest operates as a quiet office.
The dining kitchen also offers a splendid space for families to spend quality time together and - as the well-equipped kitchen features an oil-fired Aga - during the coldest months, the heat from this reputable cooker radiates constant warmth.
All four bedrooms have enough space to accommodate double beds, and of these, two showcase the excellent view. In terms of washing facilities, there are two bathrooms and two shower rooms, effectively giving each bedroom its own washroom.
The manicured garden has been terraced to give a variety of spots to soak in the glorious surroundings and presents a real sensory joy; in addition to the magnificent countryside backdrop, colourful, scented roses, peonies, wild oxeye daisies, hollyhocks and other vibrant flowers bloom in abundance, a variety of lovely birdsong fills the air and small copse of fruit trees offer sweet pears and apples.
A large patio stretches across the rear side of the home and in one corner, a substantial swing seat has been built into the ground, giving a perfect spot to bask in the evening sunlight.
In terms of parking arrangements, there is a vast driveway, giving enough space for multiple vehicles and there is also an integral double garage, with electric roller doors. On one side, this leads into a workshop area, and a door on the other side leads directly into the kitchen.

General
Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired Aga. Electric storage heaters. Telephone line. Fibre broadband.
Local Authority
Herefordshire Council. Council tax band F.
Tenure
Freehold

Directions
From Ross-on-Wye, take the A40 towards Monmouth and stay on this road for approximately five miles. Immediately after the bridge, take the exit for the A4137 towards Goodrich Castle and the Forest of Dean, then turn almost right onto the B4229 towards Goodrich and Symonds Yat East. Turn left onto Newmills Hill and Queenstone will be found on the right-hand side of this road.
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Ross-on-Wye 5 miles - Monmouth 5 miles - Hereford 15 miles - Gloucester 22 miles - Cheltenham 28 miles - Bristol 50 miles - (All distances are approximate)