Victoria House
This country home sits within a wing of a converted Victorian school, inside a village that is within striking distance of Ross-on-Wye, a picturesque market town. Riverside walks, pubs and coffee shops are a short walk away.
The attached residence boasts an open-plan living space, as well as two bedrooms with vaulted, beamed ceilings.
Two bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities • Open-plan living room/dining kitchen •
Family bathroom • Off-road parking •
The home at a glance
This former school was originally built in 1849, during the earlier years of the Victorian era and, as an homage to its namesake, the cottage has a dedication to "Victoria, Queen and Empress" above its main entrance.
A vibrant blue front door and window frames beautifully compliment the richly coloured red sandstone which, for centuries, has been used in Herefordshire buildings and is synonymous with the local area.
A step inside
The main entrance leads into an enclosed porch. Beyond here, there is an open-plan living arrangement. Plenty of light pours into the dual-aspect space, and an exposed stone wall grants a particularly pleasing feature.
The fitted kitchen includes shaker-style units, a Neff cooker and hob, a pull-out larder and a breakfast bar. There is space and plumbing for a dishwasher and room for a fridge/freezer. In addition, there is space and plumbing within the cupboard under the stairs for a washing machine.
A staircase leads to the top floor and this includes two double bedrooms, both of which include pitched ceilings with Velux windows and exposed beams. One also boasts an en-suite shower room, whereas the other carries a conventional window to allow more natural light to cascade in. The bathroom includes a three-piece suite with a heated towel rail.
Location
Bridstow is a small village around two miles from Ross-on-Wye's town centre. This offers an assortment of shops, independently owned boutiques, a range of restaurants, welcoming pubs, various leisure facilities, plus a network of country and riverside walks.
The village has a lovely community; it contains a village hall - which acts as a headquarters for various groups such as the Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and the WI, and various activities are also staged there, such as barn dances and whist evenings. There is also a primary school, and this venue is used as a rehearsal space for a local women's choir, the Border Belles. The village also boasts good access to a network of excellent transport links. The A49, the main road which connects Ross-on-Wye with Hereford, is near Victoria House. It is also worth noting that, at Ross-on-Wye, motorists can join the A40 as well as the M50.
General
Services
Oil-fired central heating (new combi-boiler fitted in November 2024 and under warranty). Mains water electricity, water and drainage. Telephone line and fibre broadband.
Local Authority
Herefordshire Council. Tax band B.
Tenure
Freehold
Directions
From Ross-on-Wye, cross over the Wilton Roundabout onto the A49 then take the first right-hand turning next to the school. Victoria House is on the right-hand side of the road.
Distances
Ross-on-Wye 1 mile • Hereford 14 miles
Monmouth 10 miles • Gloucester 19 miles
Cheltenham 27 miles • Bristol 55 miles
(All distances are approximate)
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