3 bed detached house for sale

Vowchurch Common, Nr Peterchurch, Hereford HR2

A beautifully presented three-bedroom detached cottage, recently renovated & thoughtfully extended to an exceptional standard. Myrtle Cottage seamlessly blends the character & charm of a traditional period home with the comfort & efficiency of modern living.
Occupying an elevated rural position, the property enjoys far-reaching panoramic views towards Hay Bluff & across the Golden Valley. Set within just under an acre of grounds, the property further benefits from a substantial workshop/studio/double garage, bespoke greenhouse, attractive terracing & a wood-fired hot tub.
Tucked away along a quiet country lane on Vowchurch Common, the cottage is ideally positioned close to Peterchurch, between Hereford & Hay-on-Wye.

The Property

• An impressive triple-aspect kitchen/dining room featuring full-height glazing & doors opening onto the terrace, perfectly framing the stunning countryside views towards the Black Mountains. Finished with solid wood flooring & underfloor heating, the space includes a bespoke hand-crafted kitchen with solid wood worktops, central island, double Belfast sink, range cooker, & striking copper splashback with matching fittings.
• A spacious & inviting sitting room with solid oak flooring & a characterful inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove. Deep south-facing Douglas fir window sills add warmth & charm, complemented by a unique feature ‘world map’ wall.
• Separate utility room with Belfast sink.
• Attractive ground floor shower room with WC.
• Practical enclosed rear porch, ideal for boots & log storage.
• Oak-framed entrance porch to the front elevation.
• Bespoke oak staircase & balustrade.
• Principal bedroom with vaulted ceiling & dual-aspect windows, enjoying superb rural views, along with a built-in wardrobe.
• Two further south-facing double bedrooms.
• Stylish family bathroom with freestanding copper bath & coordinating towel rail.

The Outside

• Substantial oak-framed double garage/workshop/studio with woodburning stove & an open-sided bay.
• Bespoke Victorian-style greenhouse.
• Two timber log stores.
• Tiered terraced gardens with multiple seating areas, all designed to take full advantage of the breathtaking views.
• Wood-fired hot tub & outside shower
• Expanses of lawn.
• Area of private woodland.
• Ample off-road parking

The Situation

• Peaceful & Elevated Countryside setting.
• Accessed via a quiet rural lane.
• Located on Vowchurch Common, approx 2 miles from Peterchurch, with shop, pub, primary & secondary schools.
• Around 11.5 miles to both Hereford & Hay-on-Wye, providing a wider range of amenities.
• Approximately 19 miles to Abergavenny (A40) & Ross-on-Wye (M50).
• Within reach of the M5 motorway network

Practicalities

• Council Tax Band E – Herefordshire Council
• Aluminium triple glazing to the extension; timber double glazing to the original cottage
• Mains electricity & water supply
• Private drainage system
• Air source heat pump
• Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor
• Broadband -High Speed Fibre

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly by appointment through the agents:
Country & Classic –

Postcode & Directions

Postcode: HR2 0RL
What3Words: Oasis.walnuts.streetcar
From the A465 Hereford to Abergavenny road, turn onto the B4348 towards Hay-on-Wye & Peterchurch. Continue for approximately 6.5 miles before turning right uphill towards Vowchurch Common. Proceed for around half a mile, where the property will be found on the left-hand side, with the garage & parking located opposite on the right