3 bed detached house for sale

Westhope, Hereford HR4

A beautifully presented detached cottage with stunning far reaching countryside views towards Hay on Wye

Situation & Description

This well-maintained three-bedroom detached cottage is set in an elevated position in the sought-after hamlet of Westhope, noted for its welcoming community offering numerous events throughout the year. The cottage boasts breath taking panoramic views over apple orchards and open countryside. Thoughtfully presented, the property blends character features with modern comforts, making it an ideal full-time home, holiday cottage, or lock-and-leave retreat. The location is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors, with miles of walking routes, woodland trails, and golf courses nearby. Despite its rural feel, the cottage is within easy reach of local amenities in Canon Pyon and Weobley, with the larger towns of Leominster, Kington and Ludlow, along with the Cathedral City of Hereford, all offering excellent amenities, restaurants, and medical facilities.

Close by are a range of educational facilities. Canon Pyon CofE Academy is the nearest primary school, with a 'Good' Ofsted rating. For secondary education, Weobley High School, about 3.5 miles from Westhope, is the designated catchment school and also holds a 'Good' Ofsted rating. For independent education there is Lucton School, located around 10 miles away and Hereford Cathedral School in the heart of the city.

Porch

A welcoming entrance with a picture window and seating area, providing the perfect spot to take in the views before stepping inside.

Sitting Room

A charming space featuring exposed ceiling beams, wall timbers, and a wood-burning stove set within a fireplace, ideal for cosy evenings. Superb views.

Dining Room

Character-filled with ceiling beams and an exposed stone wall. This room also provides staircase access to the first floor with storage cupboard below. Superb views.

Kitchen

Fitted with base units, worktops, and a sink with drainer, alongside space for a dishwasher, washing machine, and freezer. An electric cooker and integrated fridge are included, and a door leads to a lovely outside seating area with covered storage/utility area to the rear. Superb views.

Bathroom

Includes a bath with shower and wash hand basin, with a separate WC located adjacent.

Landing

A spacious landing with bespoke fitted furniture, incorporating hanging space, storage cupboards, and a desk with superb countryside views. Currently used as a home office, this area could also be used as a seating/occasional bedroom space if required.

Bedroom One

A well-proportioned double bedroom with fitted storage, space for a king-size bed and beautiful views. Features a lovely 17th century oak door.

Bedroom Two

A comfortable double bedroom with built-in storage. Far-reaching countryside views and En-suite shower room with a walk-in shower, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail. Underfloor heating.

Bedroom Three

Another double bedroom that could also serve as a study or dressing room, with a lovely outlook over the garden.

Gardens

A private courtyard seating area just off the kitchen provides a tranquil spot to relax. Steps lead up to a lawned garden with raised vegetable beds, an historic cider wheel feature, and a planted bank with trees, shrubs, and flowers. At the top, a decking area offers further entertaining space with spectacular countryside views into Wales.

Parking

The driveway provides parking for three to four cars with enough room to erect a garage or car port subject to any necessary planning consents.

Services

Mains electricity and water, Oil-fired central heating, Private drainage to a septic tank