The Bower, Herefordshire

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, character and countryside setting this delightful home offers.

The Bower is a charming and spacious four-bedroom detached cottage offering an exceptional blend of character, privacy, and modern comfort. Surrounded by private wrap-around gardens, gated parking and outbuilding, set back from the village road in the peaceful village of Norton Canon. Offering generous living space, period character features, with fibre high-speed broadband and oil-fired heating with HIVE smart controls this charming home is ideal for families, remote workers or those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

Full of charm and natural light, the property retains a wealth of character features including exposed beams and a fireplace with oak mantel housing a wood-burning stove, complemented by flexible accommodation including three reception rooms and two bathrooms, providing ideal spaces for family living, entertaining, or a home office/study. A farmhouse-style kitchen with Belfast sink and separate utility room further enhances the practicality of the home.

The property sits within mature private wrap-around gardens, creating a peaceful setting with lawned areas, established planting and plenty of space for outdoor dining and relaxation while enjoying the outdoor space. A bright and versatile year-round garden room with under floor heating provides a comfortable space to relax while enjoying pleasant views over the garden throughout the seasons.

The Bower is located in the pleasant Herefordshire village of Norton Canon, surrounded by beautiful countryside and nearby walking paths. The historic village of Weobley is approximately three miles away and offers a range of shops, cafs and local amenities. The Cathedral city of Hereford lies around eleven miles to the East, while the renowned book town of Hay-on-Wyehome to the famous Hay Festivalis approximately fourteen miles away.

Exterior & Approach
Approached via a generous gravelled driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, the property immediately offers a sense of space. A further gated area provides additional parking, ideal for guests or space for a campervan or caravan. The attractive cottage sits centrally within its plot, surrounded by beautifully established gardens, with a charming canopied terrace to the rear creating a welcoming setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. The entrance hall offers practical space for boots and coats, alongside useful understairs storage and a well-appointed ground floor bathroom.

Kitchen & Living Spaces
At the heart of the home lies a superb farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room, thoughtfully designed with a range of wall and base units, a central breakfast bar, and a classic Belfast sink. Well-equipped for modern living, it includes a recently installed Bosch integrated dishwasher and ample space for a range cooker and American-style fridge/freezer. A separate utility room provides additional storage, work surfaces, and plumbing for further appliances, keeping the main kitchen space effortlessly uncluttered.

The bright and spacious living room enjoys oak engineered flooring and dual aspect windows, allowing natural light to flood in, with direct access to the garden enhancing the connection to the outdoors. A further door leads through to a superb year-round garden room, complete with underfloor heating and an insulated tiled roof. Large windows frame delightful views over the gardens, creating a versatile space ideal for relaxing or entertaining in all seasons.

Additional Accommodation
A characterful front hallway with a traditional stable door opens onto the front garden, adding to the homes rural charm. Stairs rise to the first floor, where a generous landing provides an ideal spot for a reading area or home office. The cosy snug on the ground floor, currently utilised as a home office, features exposed beams and a fireplace with oak mantel and multi-fuel stove, offering a warm and inviting retreat.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The master bedroom provides a peaceful haven, complete with built-in wardrobe. Three further bedroomsthree doubles and a generous singleenjoy attractive outlooks across the surrounding countryside. The family bathroom is stylishly appointed with a modern white suite, featuring a separate shower with a modern curved enclosure and a luxurious roll-top bath.

Gardens & Outdoor Space
The gardens at The Bower are truly a standout feature. A large patio area stretches across the rear of the property, perfect for al fresco dining, while the surrounding lawns wrap around the house, offering a wonderful space for outdoor play, relaxation, and entertaining. Mature trees, shrubs, and potential areas for vegetable patches further enhance the charm and versatility of the garden.

There is access from Kitty's Lane to the side onto a good size driveway providing ample off-road parking facilities with gates opening onto the rear providing further parking facilities, ideal for a campervan etc. The property also benefits from a large two-storey detached outbuilding/workshop with concrete floor, double-glazed windows, ample storage space, power and light points and perfect to convert into a self-contained annexe or Airbnb style rental (subject to planning permission).

Services & Expenditure Information
Tenure: Freehold
Services Connected: Mains water and electric. oil central heating & private sewage & drainage.
Council Tax Band: C
Broadband availability: Ultrafast 1000Mbps
Phone Coverage: 4g available

Agent note:
The property has recently been fitted with upgraded electric consumer units in the house and outbuilding.
The sellers are including the carpets (wool) and blinds within the sale.

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