(With 1 Bed Annex And Studio), Doward Place, Goodrich, Herefordshire Hr9 6 Hl

This delightful cottage is set in the heart of the vibrant community of Goodrich on the border of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, an area of outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a superb property, refurbished to an exceptionally high standard whilst retaining many original period features. There is a spacious open plan sitting/dining room with stone fireplace, deep window seats and original flagstone floor, a smart practical fitted kitchen with access to a very pretty courtyard and stylish low maintenance garden. There is a first floor double bedroom and luxury bathroom, a second floor double bedroom with lovely views. The lower ground basement room provides excellent storage or den area. The detached self-contained ground floor annex provides additional living space with an independent studio/office/bedroom 4 above. There is ample parking on drive and to the rear. The village is home to the medieval castle and 19th century gothic style village hostelry. There is an abundance of social and community activities including the village tennis and cricket clubs. It is equidistant of the border towns of Monmouth and Ross on Wye with very easy access to the A40, M5 and the M50.
Room details
Agent Note
Goodrich named as 'poshest village to live in Herefordshire' by The Telegraph in collaboration with Savills.
'Exactly what makes a village desirable varies by buyer, but a compelling mix of attractive surroundings, dependable transport, vibrant local amenities, quality education nearby, and strong digital connectivity is a decent definition of a 'have it all' village.'
Sitting/Dining Room
Delightful open plan living/dining room with lovely ceiling beams, original exposed stone inglenook style fireplace and additional decorative fireplace, flagstone and original floor boards, hardwood stairs to first floor, door to basement room and steps up to kitchen breakfast room.
Kitchen Breakfast Room
Smart modern kitchen, fully fitted soft gloss cabinets, breakfast bar, integrated twin ovens, gas hob, washing machine, dishwasher and space for a large American style fridge freezer. Under floor heating. A door leads to a pergola covered outside dining area.
Basement
The basement has a beamed ceiling, it represents excellent storage/office space or home gym.
Landing
Access to bedroom 2 and family bathroom, enclosed stairwell to bedroom 1.
Bedroom 1
A cosy bedroom on the second floor, with exposed timber A-frame and stone walls, vaulted ceiling with Velux roof lights, cast iron fireplace and open to a useful dressing area.
Bedroom 2
Very comfortable first floor double bedroom with window to the front. Built-in wardrobes and storage, original fireplace, beams and exposed stone walls.
Family Bathroom
Very stylish modern family bathroom, extra large walk-in drench shower, double ended designer bath, twin wash basins on bespoke cabinet, large profile floor tiles. Under floor heating.
Annex
Attractive detached one bedroom ground floor annex with spacious living room and bedroom and en-suite shower room. On the first level is a useful studio room or home office accessed via an external spiral staircase. This room could easily be incorporated into the annex if required. Under floor heating throughout.
Detached Garage / Workshop
A detached stone garage workshop with power supply connected, accessed off Castle Lane. There is parking next to the garage within the garden and additional parking space for three vehicles on the block pavior drive to the rear of the property.
Garden
The garden has been designed for privacy and minimal maintenance. It is an elegantly designed slate dressed space with quiet areas divided by established shrubs and clever planter arrangements. An attractive wisteria clad pergola shelters a sunny flagstone patio and barbecue area set against a backdrop of original stone walls and mature natural screening, a covered loggia is an ideal space for al fresco dining. The garage, annex and studio/home office are accessed from the garden.
Directions
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On entering Goodrich from the Kerne Bridge direction, pass Flanesford Priory and coffee shop. Pass under the bridge and take the next right turn into Goodrich village. After the primary school, take the first right hand turn into Doward Place where the property can be found on the left hand side.