Harewood End, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2

A charming and stylish three double bedroom cottage in Harewood End, offering bright spacious living, large gardens backing onto open countryside, excellent road links and superb outdoor space with garage and ample parking.

A beautifully transformed three double bedroom cottage where the current owners have truly left no stone unturned, creating a textbook country home with a contemporary edge.

Light, airy and full of cottage charm, the property enjoys great living spaces with a natural flow, having extensive front and rear gardens backing onto the stunning Herefordshire countryside, with walks right from the doorstep.

Located in Harewood End, it offers excellent access to Hereford, Ross-on-Wye and the M50 for South Wales and the Midlands.

Unusually it boasts three generous double bedrooms, an ensuite, extensive parking and a border oak style double garage.

Lazy summer days in the gardens really are the norm here, making this a perfect relaxing lifestyle home.

DOWNSTAIRS
The property is entered via a solid wood doorway into a spacious entrance lobby where the sense of light and character is immediately apparent, showcased by exposed oak beams. Practicality has not been overlooked, with a useful storage cupboard and understairs space making excellent use of the area.

From the entrance hall, you enter into the open plan kitchen dining room, undoubtedly the hub of the home. This is a wonderfully social space, perfectly set up for family life, with views over the gardens and surrounding countryside providing a constant and ever changing backdrop. At its centre sits a substantial kitchen island with solid wood worktop and storage under, ideal for busy mornings or informal gatherings.

The room is finished with low maintenance slate flooring, perfect for country living, particularly with dogs and outdoor pursuits in mind. A triple aspect outlook ensures the space remains bright and airy throughout the day, with French doors from the dining area opening out to the garden, seamlessly connecting inside and out during the summer months.

The kitchen itself is beautifully appointed, featuring granite worktops, integrated appliances and a Belfast sink enjoying the garden view. A standout feature is the four oven Aga, set within its own stone inglenook, providing both a practical cooking space and a warm focal point during the colder months.

Leading off the kitchen is a highly practical utility room, with rear door, making it an ideal everyday entrance for muddy boots and dogs. This space offers extensive hanging, additional storage, worktops and plumbing for appliances. A convenient WC cloakroom is also located here.

Continuing the natural flow of the home brings you into the sitting room and snug, a truly quintessential cottage space. The main sitting area centres around a beautiful inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove set on a flagstone hearth, creating the perfect setting for cosy winter evenings. This room is cleverly divided by an original exposed oak beam feature, leading through to a more intimate snug area, complete with a charming potbelly stove set within a smaller stone fireplace.

Large windows ensure both spaces remain light and inviting, while maintaining that cosy cottage feel, with a doorway leading back through to the entrance hall.

Overall, the ground floor offers a perfect balance of sociable family space and characterful retreat areas, all tied together with a seamless and natural flow.

UPSTAIRS
A solid wood half turn staircase leads to the first floor galley landing,. This area benefits from a useful airing cupboard along with cleverly designed eaves storage, making excellent use of every inch with windows to the morning sun and garden outlook.

The accommodation comprises three double bedrooms, all individual in style yet consistent with the quality found throughout the home.

The principal bedroom is a particularly peaceful space, enhanced by a vaulted ceiling and enjoying far reaching countryside views across Duchy of Cornwall land to the rear. With the added benefit of morning sun, it is a wonderful room to wake up in. Unusually for a cottage of this style, it also benefits from its own charming ensuite shower room, adding a real touch of practicality and comfort.

Bedroom two also features vaulted ceilings and enjoys a lovely dual aspect outlook, taking in both morning and evening light. Bespoke crafted built in storage cupboards sit perfectly within the character of the room adding functionality.

Bedroom three continues the theme, with a striking exposed oak timber wall adding warmth and character, along with full width built in wardrobes providing excellent storage.

Serving the remaining bedrooms is the family bathroom, a space designed for relaxation, complete with a feature freestanding roll top bath, perfect for a long soak at the end of the day.

Overall, the first floor offers a superb combination of charm, space and practicality, with each room thoughtfully designed to maximise light, storage and those wonderful countryside views.

OUTSIDE
Externally, the property truly excels, with its extensive gardens and generous parking forming a standout feature of this wonderful home.

Approached via a large gravel driveway, there is ample off road parking for multiple vehicles, along with space for a motorhome or caravan if required. The driveway leads to a beautifully crafted border oak style double garage, complete with remote doors and excellent eaves storage, along with a shed/workshop. A superb and practical addition by the current owners.

To the front, a formal garden creates a charming and private approach, with mature hedgerow boundaries enhancing the sense of seclusion. These extensive south facing lawns extend to the front and side of the property, providing a fantastic space for family activities, outdoor entertaining or simply enjoying the open setting.

To the rear of the home, the gardens offer a more tranquil and relaxing environment. A generous expanse of lawn is bordered by mature hedging and trees, creating a peaceful and private space that enjoys sunlight throughout the day.

A lovely patio area, positioned to take full advantage of the setting, is accessed directly from the dining room via French doors, making it ideal for alfresco dining and summer evenings.
At the far end of the garden sits a charming summer house, complete with power and lighting. Overlooking the cottage, it offers a versatile space, perfect as a home office, studio or simply a quiet retreat to unwind.

Backing onto the surrounding Herefordshire countryside, with distant views towards the Malvern Hills, the gardens provide a wonderful backdrop to the cottage and a true sense of rural living, making this an exceptional outdoor space for both families and those seeking a countryside lifestyle.

Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: D
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Oil central heating
Heating features: Aga/Rayburn, Double glazing, and Wood burner
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2, Vodafone & EE Great Three - Good
Parking: Garage, Driveway, Private, and Off Street
Accessibility and adaptations: Level access and Level access shower
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DIRECTIONS
From Ross on Wye head North towards Hereford on the A49, after approx. 5 miles you will enter the village of Harewood End passing the Harewood Inn on your right hand side. Continue for approx. ½ mile past the inn and Holly Cottage will be seen on the right hand side as indicated by the for sale board.