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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · GL17 9XR
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About
A spacious four-bedroom detached home, set within beautifully enclosed rear gardens and offering ample off-road parking.
The property is modern, light, and airy throughout, providing well-balanced accommodation ideal for family living.
Tucked away in a highly sought-after village location, it offers a peaceful setting with easy access to local amenities and countryside walks.
Situated in Ruardean Woodside, the highest point in the Forest of Dean, this location offers a charming village atmosphere.
The area boasts amenities including a primary and junior school, a recreational ground, and access to numerous bridle paths and walking trails through the surrounding woodland, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Step into the entrance hall, a bright and welcoming space with wooden flooring, high ceilings, and a window to the side bringing in plenty of light.
There’s even space for a bench or chair, perfect for kicking off your boots after a countryside walk.
Just off the hallway is the cloakroom and utility area, complete with WC, wash basin, vinyl flooring, a large window, and space for laundry appliances.
The living room is directly accessed from the hallway, a generously sized room with a large window to the front and double doors leading into the sun room, allowing the light to flood through.
A stone fireplace adds a lovely rustic touch, giving the room a cosy cottage feel. It’s all finished in neutral tones with a carpeted floor.
Through the double doors is the sun room, a fantastic addition to the living space, part brick-built with large windows that frame the garden and stunning views across the forest.
A door leads straight out onto the patio, making this a perfect spot to relax or entertain.
The kitchen sits just off the hallway, and is filled with natural light thanks to a large window looking out to the garden and views beyond.
There’s plenty of cupboard space with classic white shaker-style units and worktops, along with a useful built-in cupboard. A door leads directly into the dining room.
The dining room is a brilliant size, big enough for a full family dining set, ideal for hosting or gathering everyone together. Large windows help make this space feel especially light and open.
From the entrance hallway, stairs lead up to the landing where you’ll find the bedrooms and family bathroom. There’s a useful airing cupboard here too, which houses the hot water boiler.
The principal bedroom sits to the rear of the property and enjoys beautiful views of the forest.
It’s a spacious double room, carpeted and comfortable, with the added benefit of its own en-suite shower room. The en-suite is bright and airy with a large window, tiled walls, and vinyl flooring.
It features a generous walk-in shower with an electric unit, plus a wash basin and WC. Bedroom two overlooks the front and is a good-sized double room, with space for a wardrobe and drawers.
It’s nicely carpeted and has a large window letting in plenty of light.
The third bedroom is another large double room, positioned at the back to take full advantage of those gorgeous views over the garden and forest. Carpeted underfoot and full of natural light.
Bedroom Four is a single room, also to the rear, and has a lovely outlook over the garden. It’s carpeted and offers just enough space for a wardrobe, making it an ideal child’s room or home office.
The family bathroom is at the front of the house and includes a bathtub with electric shower over, a WC, basin, vinyl flooring, and another large window for natural light.
Outside- To the front of the property, there’s ample off-road parking with space for several vehicles – ideal for families or visiting guests.
The rear garden can be reached either through the side gate or straight from the sun room. It’s a fantastic space, private, peaceful, and perfect for entertaining.
There are several terraced areas where you can sit and take in the spectacular views, along with a beautifully kept lawn that adds to the charm.
You’ll also find a lovely summer house, a large workshop, and a greenhouse, ideal for anyone who enjoys gardening or needs extra storage.
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