Dorstone, Herefordshire, HR3

Build Date: 17th Century Cottage
Approximate Area: 197 sq.m / 2122 sq.ft

THE PROPERTY: This delightful 17th-century detached stone cottage sits within approximately one-third of an acre of beautifully maintained gardens and enjoys breathtaking panoramic views across open countryside and towards the Black Mountains. A modern extension, added in the early 2000s, seamlessly complements the charm and character of the original cottage while enhancing its living space and functionality. Throughout the property, period features abound, with exposed beams, flagstone flooring in the original cottage, and a striking stone fireplace.

The home offers versatile living spaces, including welcoming reception rooms and a bright, open-plan kitchen/dining room that overlooks the garden and those stunning views. Additional ground-floor features include a practical utility room and a modern shower room.

Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized double bedrooms and a family bathroom, all benefiting from the cottage’s charming character.

LOCATION: Situated on the outskirts of the charming Herefordshire village of Dorstone, this property enjoys a peaceful location in the heart of the picturesque Golden Valley. Just 1 mile from the historic Arthur’s Stone, the property is surrounded by stunning countryside, making it ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle.

Dorstone itself offers a welcoming community with local amenities, including a traditional village pub serving food, a church, and a village hall. For a broader range of services, Hay-on-Wye, the world-famous “Town of Books,” is just 7 miles away. Here, you’ll find independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and a thriving cultural scene, including the renowned Hay Festival.

The cathedral city of Hereford is approximately 15 miles away, offering excellent shopping, dining, and leisure facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the front, in detail the property comprises:

Entrance Hall: double door store cupboard, leading to the study and opening to the sitting room.

Sitting Room: stone fireplace with wood burning stove, flagstone flooring, stairs to first floor with storage under, opening to the utility.

Utility: fitted units, work surface with inset sink, space for washing machine and tumble dryer, stable door to kitchen/dining room, door to shower room.

Kitchen/Dining Room: having triple aspect windows, French doors opening to the garden, laid out over split levels, the kitchen area offers a range of fitted units, work surface with inset sink, built-in double oven, worktop hob with extractor over, space for fridge/freezer, pantry cupboard. Door to the living room.

Living Room: dual aspect windows.

Shower Room: having cubicle with mains shower, toilet, hand was basin, towel radiator.

Study: window to rear, housing oil central heating.

Stairs found in the sitting room, provide access to the Landing Room: windows to front and back, door to bedroom three, door to inner landing.

Inner Landing: store cupboard, doors to bedrooms and bathroom.

Bedroom One: windows to rear and side aspects, built-in double wardrobe and single store cupboard.

Bedroom Two: L shape with windows to rear and side aspects, built-in wardrobes.

Bathroom: bath with shower attachment, toilet, pedestal sink.

Bedroom Three: windows to front and rear.

Outside: To the front of the property is a roadside grass verge which sits in front of a stone wall. There is parking in front of the Garage: having an electronic roller door and covered storage on the side. A vehicle gate leads to additional parking and patio area. A gate leads to the rear garden having a pergola-covered patio area and large lawn with trees, shrubs, flower beds and a vegetable patch. There is a timber summerhouse. The garden backs onto farmland and enjoy views over countryside.

Council Tax Band: D

Services: Private water and drainage, mains electricity. There is a oil-fired central heating system.

Agents Notes: None of the appliances or services mentioned in these particulars have been tested. Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to check the information, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.  All measurements are approximate.

To View:  Applicants may inspect the property by prior arrangement with Andrew Morris Estate Agents, 1 Bridge Street, Hereford – telephone – email - who will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements.  For your convenience, our Bridge Street office is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.30pm, and Saturday 9.00am to 12.30pm.  Outside office hours please contact Andrew Morris on or . 
 
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