Homes don't get much more quirky and interesting than this one - but what a fabulous bolt hole or holiday property! An opportunity to own a landmark and one of Ross-on-Wye's most striking features. This Grade II Listed historic folly tower offers 360-degree views across the famous horseshoe bend of the River Wye, the Black Mountains of southeast Wales, the iconic spire of Saint Mary's Church, Chase Wood and Ross-on-Wye's colourful architecture.
An opportunity to own a landmark and one of Ross-on-Wye's most striking features. This Grade II Listed historic folly tower offers 360-degree views across the famous horseshoe bend of the River Wye, the Black Mountains of southeast Wales, the iconic spire of Saint Mary's Church, Chase Wood and Ross-on-Wye's colourful architecture.
Kitchen • Lounge • Bedroom • Roof terrace • En-suite wetroom • Cloakroom • Spiral staircases, arched windows and unique features
Historic monument
• The Gazebo Tower was built in Palace Pound in 1833, along with Ross-on-Wye's Mock Gothic Town Walls. During this period there were a number of developments to beautify the town and its surrounding landscape and this iconic building acted as a viewing point for the picturesque south Herefordshire market town.
• Building work was carried out as part of the construction of Wilton Road; this route was cut into the hill on which Ross sits. This exposed the old red sandstone and resulted in the town's famed cliff being created. For centuries, many well-known buildings in this area, such as castles, churches and the Ross-on-Wye Market House - plus the Gazebo Tower - have been assembled using this richly-coloured rock.
The property at a glance
An arched doorway leads to the light and airy kitchen which includes a fridge with small freezer compartment, a hob, oven and a miniature dishwasher. Electric blue worktops inject a splash of colour into the bright, white room. In addition, a cloakroom is tucked away to the left of the front door.
A carpeted spiral staircase winds up to the lounge. The walls between the staircase and the rooms are fitted with fire retardant glass to let in light and views from the original arched windows. This room also benefits from a hardwood floor and a modern electric fireplace.
The bedroom on the second floor looks out to a spectacular outlook from the historic windows and a stone arch in the wall has been utilised as a built-in wardrobe. The double bed houses a bath underneath, so a new owner could utilise this feature if they were to install a spring-loaded bed. This room also includes an en-suite wetroom and another spiral staircase snakes up to the battery-operated roof hatch which boasts its breathtaking panoramic view of Ross-on-Wye and the surrounding countryside over the tower's turrets. Athletes from Ross Rowing Club can frequently be seen gliding down the River Wye.
Location
The ever-popular Royal Hotel - which serves traditional British cuisine - is situated on the other side of the road to the Gazebo Tower and Ross-on-Wye's town centre is a few moments' walk away. There is a diverse range of independently-owned shops, boutiques and restaurants, along with reputable pubs and bars. There are also various leisure facilities such as a swimming pool and an intimate theatre.
Ross is renowned for being the birthplace of British Tourism because of its stunning scenery and historic buildings and the town boasts an abundance of gorgeous riverside and woodland walks.
General
Services
Electric central heating. Mains water and drainage to public sewer. Cable television.
Local Authority
Herefordshire Council. Tax band C.
Tenure
Freehold
Directions
When entering Ross-on-Wye from Wilton Roundabout, turn on to Wilton Road. Cross the bridge over the River Wye and continue past the public car park next to Ross Sports Centre.
Continue past the red sandstone cliffs then turn right onto St Mary's Street. The Gazebo Tower is situated opposite The Royal Hotel.
Set in Ross-on-Wye's town centre
Monmouth 10 miles • Ledbury 14 miles
Hereford 15 miles • Gloucester 20 miles Tewkesbury 23 miles • Cheltenham 27 miles
A40 one mile • M50 two miles
(All distances are approximate)
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This is a Freehold property.
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