Ladywood House

Steve Gooch Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale this RURAL, FOUR BEDROOM CHARACTER EQUESTRIAN COTTAGE with GARDEN AND GROUNDS APPROACHING 1.9 ACRES set in peaceful countryside on the edge of the Forest of Dean.

The property is accessed via an obscure upvc double glazed panel door leading into:

Snug - 4.22m x 3.71m (13'10 x 12'02) - Feature fireplace with wooden mantle, stone hearth, inset woodburning stove and alcoves to either side, stairs leading to the first floor, wood effect flooring, double radiator, power points, telephone point, upvc double glazed window overlooking the garden with far reaching views over fields and countryside. Obscure glazed panel door leading into the Dining Room. Archway opening into:

Lounge - 5.08m x 3.51m (16'08 x 11'06) - Wall light points, double radiator, power points, wood effect flooring, rear aspect upvc window overlooking the rear garden with views towards forest and woodland, upvc French doors opening onto the garden with views towards forest and woodland. Obscure glazed panel door opening into:

Kitchen - 4.19m x 2.74m (13'09 x 9'00) - One and a half bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over, rolled edge worktops, range of base and wall mounted units with tiled surrounds, four-ring electric hob with electric oven beneath and filter hood over, inset oil fired aga with hotplates and ovens, power points, ceiling light, side aspect upvc double glazed window overlooking the garden and paddocks with views towards woodland. Obscure glazed wooden panel door giving access into a rear hallway. Archway opening into:

Dining Room - 3.68m x 3.07m (12'01 x 10'01) - Ceiling light, power points, double radiator, front aspect double glazed upvc window with far reaching views over fields, countryside and farmland. Opening and steps leading down into:

Boot Room/Utility - 4.06m 2.79m (13'04 9'02) - Inset ceiling spots, range of built-in cupboards, large Belfast style sink with solid woodblock worktops, base units, power points, side aspect upvc door giving access to the garden patio and seating area, front aspect upvc double glazed window with far reaching views over fields, countryside and farmland.

Rear Hallway - Ceiling light, rear aspect upvc obscure glazed door leading to the garden, solid timber doors giving access into:

Shower Room - 2.21m x 2.16m (7'03 x 7'01) - Wet board surround, large square shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin with monobloc mixer tap over, high level w.c, heated towel radiator, plumbing for automatic washing machine, power point, wall mounted cupboard, side aspect obscure double glazed window.

Boiler Room - Oil fired central heating and domestic hot water boiler, hot water tank, lighting, shower pump, shelving and storage, central heating timer controls.

From the Snug, stairs with glazed panel to side and handrail lead up to the first floor:

Landing - Ceiling lights, power points. Wooden doors giving access into:

Bedroom One - 5.16m x 3.48m (16'11 x 11'05) - Ceiling lights, wall light points, range of built-in wardrobes to include two double wardrobes, double radiator, power points, side aspect upvc double glazed window overlooking the garden with far reaching views towards forest and woodland, rear aspect upvc double glazed window overlooking the rear garden, paddocks and woodland. Archway opening leading into:

Ensuite Bathroom - 3.73m x 1.91m (12'03 x 6'03) - White suite with modern side panel bath, mixer tap and shower attachment fitted over, vanity wash hand basin with monobloc mixer tap over and cupboard beneath, bidet, close coupled w.c, double radiator, heated towel radiator, large shower cubicle with wet board surround, power shower and folding door, inset ceiling spots, ceiling light, extractor fan, rear aspect upvc double glazed window with views overlooking the rear garden and towards forest and woodland in the distance, side aspect upvc window overlooking the patio seating area, stables and parking area.

Bedroom Two - 4.06m x 3.10m (13'04 x 10'02) - Currently used as office. Ceiling light, lazy boy light switch, power points, single radiator, door to over stairs storage cupboard, front aspect upvc double glazed window with far reaching views over fields, countryside and farmland in the distance.

Bedroom Three - 4.06m x 3.28m (13'04 x 10'09) - Currently used as dressing room. Ceiling light, power point, single radiator, access to roof space with drop-down ladder, insulation and boarding, front aspect upvc double glazed window overlooking fields, farmland and woodland in the distance.

Bedroom Four - 3.18m x 2.64m (10'05 x 8'08) - Ceiling light, single radiator, power points, side aspect upvc double glazed window overlooking the patio seating area, driveway parking and paddock.

Outside - Ladywood House is situated on a quiet lane with five-bar gated access and gravelled driveway leading to a parking and turning area. The paddock benefits from a separate vehicular access. Further gated access leads to the yard and land beyond mostly laid to lawn with lots of lovely trees, including Magnolia, Philadelphus, Pines and Lilac.

The paddocks are enclosed by fencing and hedging surround with direct access to woodland suitable for riding. The land behind the house is gently sloping but begins to level.

From the Boot Room, a gravelled area with large patio/seating area, concrete pathways and fencing surround lead to the Stables positioned to the side of the house, lawned area with oil tank, hen house and wood store. Benefits include wildlife pond, raised vegetable plots, herb garden, greenhouse, pergola, large shed with power and lighting, ride-on mower shed, further shed for garden tools.

Stable One - 3.66m x 3.56m (12'0 x 11'08) - Timber Construction with lighting and recently re-felted roof

Stable Two - 3.63m x 3.56m (11'11 x 11'08) - Timber construction with lighting and recently re-felted roof

Hay Store - 3.66m x 1.35m (12'0 x 4'05) - Attached to the stables and recently re-felted roof

Tack Room - 3.58m x 1.85m (11'09 x 6'01) - Power, lighting and water supply and recently re-felted roof

Directions - From the Mitcheldean office, proceed down to the mini roundabout, turning right onto the A4136, continue up over Plump Hill, taking the turning left into Jubilee Road. Follow the road for approximately one mile here the property can be found on the right hand side.

Services - Mains water and electric, septic tank, oil. Gigaclear Broadband in area.

Water Rates - Severn Trent Water Authority- TBC

Local Authority - Council Tax Band: E
Forest of Dean District Council, Council Offices, High Street, Coleford, Glos. GL16 8HG.

Tenure - Freehold

Viewings - Strictly through the Owners Selling Agent, Steve Gooch, who will be delighted to escort interested applicants to view if required. Office Opening Hours 8.30am - 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm Saturday.

Property Surveys - Qualified Chartered Surveyors (with over 20 years experience) available to undertake surveys (to include Mortgage Surveys/RICS Housebuyers Reports/Full Structural Surveys).



Marketed by: Steve Gooch Estate Agents, Mitcheldean