4 bed detached house for sale

Blakes Way, Coleford GL16

A beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home offering spacious and versatile living throughout. Featuring a generous open-plan kitchen diner with separate utility, a bright living room with garden access, additional reception room and downstairs WC, plus four well-proportioned bedrooms including a principal suite with en suite. Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed rear garden, driveway parking and a detached garage

The vibrant market town of Coleford, nestled in the picturesque Forest of Dean, offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Ideally situated just 12 miles from key motorway links, it provides easy access to the wider region while maintaining a rich array of local amenities. The town has a variety of facilities, including a cinema, post office, library, a range of shops, three supermarkets, as well as pubs and restaurants. The town also boasts excellent educational options with both primary and secondary schools, along with two golf courses.

Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed into a central hallway, from here, the ground floor rooms flow naturally in all directions, with stairs rising neatly to the first floor and doors leading to the principal living areas.

To the right, the kitchen is a superb open-plan space, clearly designed as the social heart of the home. Contemporary in style, it features sleek, high-gloss cabinetry paired with contrasting dark worktops, creating a clean and modern finish. The generous run of units provides extensive storage, while integrated appliances and a stainless-steel extractor add to the streamlined look. A large central island offers additional preparation space and naturally becomes a gathering point for busy mornings or relaxed evenings with friends. There is ample room here for stools if desired, creating an informal breakfast bar, while still maintaining comfortable circulation space around it. The sink is thoughtfully positioned overlooking the dining area and towards the rear of the property, allowing you to stay connected with family or guests while cooking. Recessed ceiling lighting enhances the bright, uncluttered feel, while wide patio doors and rear windows draw in plenty of natural light and provide a pleasant outlook to the garden. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the dining area comfortably accommodates a full-sized family table, as shown, with space to seat six or more. The proportions allow for flexibility whether you prefer a large farmhouse-style table for entertaining or a more compact arrangement with additional storage or a sideboard. A central chandelier adds a subtle focal point above the dining table, giving definition to the space within the open-plan layout.

Just off the dining area, the separate laundry room provides a highly practical addition to the ground floor and keeps day-to-day household tasks neatly tucked away from the main living spaces. Fitted with matching cabinets and worktops that complement the kitchen, the room offers space for both a washing machine and tumble dryer beneath a continuous counter, creating a clean and organised finish. Wall-mounted cupboards and open shelving provide useful storage for laundry essentials, while the additional sink adds further convenience for soaking, handwashing, or general utility use. A glazed external door allows natural light to stream in and offers direct access outside ideal for drying clothes in warmer months or coming in with muddy shoes after time in the garden. Despite being a functional space, the room feels bright and well-proportioned, with enough floor area for laundry baskets and extra storage without feeling cramped. This dedicated utility area enhances the overall flow of the home, ensuring the main kitchen-dining space remains uncluttered while everyday life runs smoothly behind the scenes.

The living room is a bright and welcoming space, beautifully proportioned to accommodate comfortable family living. Generous in length, it easily allows for multiple sofa arrangements, as demonstrated, with space for a large corner suite or a combination of sofas and armchairs without feeling crowded. A wide window to the front elevation draws in excellent natural light, enhanced by the soft, neutral décor which creates a calm and versatile backdrop ready for personal styling. The deep sill offers additional display space, while the positioning of the window allows for a natural focal point within the room. To the rear, glazed double doors provide direct access outside, further increasing the sense of light and openness. In the warmer months, these doors can be opened to create an effortless connection between indoor and outdoor living ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying a morning coffee with fresh air flowing through. The wooden flooring adds warmth and character underfoot, complemented by elegant ceiling light fittings that subtly define the seating areas. There is ample wall space for media units or shelving, allowing flexibility in layout to suit individual needs.

Back from the hallway, there is convenient access to a downstairs WC ideal for guests and everyday family use. The hallway also leads to an additional reception room, currently arranged as a playroom, but equally well-suited as a home office, snug or even a formal dining room depending on your needs, offering excellent flexibility to adapt as lifestyles evolve.

Upstairs, the landing provides access to four well-sized bedrooms arranged around a central circulation space, along with two bathrooms, offering practicality for growing families.

The principal bedroom is a generous and calming retreat, beautifully proportioned to accommodate a king-sized bed with ease while still leaving ample floor space for additional furniture. As shown, there is room for substantial wardrobes, chests of drawers and bedside tables without the space feeling crowded, making it both practical and comfortable. A large window allows natural light to pour in, enhancing the soft, neutral décor and creating a bright yet restful atmosphere. The layout offers flexibility for different furniture arrangements, whether you prefer a more minimal aesthetic or additional storage pieces. The fitted wardrobes provide excellent built-in storage, helping to maintain a clean and uncluttered finish. The room is further complemented by its own en suite shower room, fitted with a contemporary suite including a walk-in shower enclosure, pedestal basin and WC. Neutral tiling and clean lines give the space a fresh, modern feel, while the window ensures good natural light and ventilation. Altogether, the principal suite offers a private and well-appointed space to unwind at the end of the day.

The second bedroom is another well-proportioned double room, offering excellent versatility for family living or visiting guests. There is ample space for a double bed, as currently arranged, with room remaining for bedside tables and additional furniture without compromising on circulation space. Fitted wardrobes span one wall, providing generous built-in storage and helping to keep the room feeling open and uncluttered. A window allows natural light to filter in, creating a bright and airy atmosphere, while the neutral décor offers a blank canvas ready for personal touches.

The third bedroom is a bright and well-sized room, ideal as a child’s bedroom, nursery or flexible home office space. The proportions comfortably accommodate a single or small double bed, with ample remaining floor space for additional furniture such as a desk, chest of drawers or toy storage. Fitted wardrobes provide excellent built-in storage, helping to maximise the usable floor area and keep the room feeling tidy and organised. The soft, neutral décor enhances the sense of light, while the window allows natural daylight to fill the space, creating a pleasant and airy environment. This is a versatile room that can easily adapt as needs change whether as a growing child’s bedroom, a dedicated study, or a comfortable guest room.

The fourth bedroom is a bright and cheerful room, enhanced by a large window that allows plenty of natural light to stream in. The pleasant outlook and colourful décor create a welcoming space, ideal as a child’s bedroom, guest room or home office. The room comfortably accommodates a bed along with additional furniture such as a desk or shelving unit, with space remaining for storage solutions to suit your needs. Its proportions make it flexible and practical, whether arranged as a cosy single bedroom or adapted into a study for those working from home. Like the other bedrooms, it offers a neutral canvas that can easily be personalised, making it a versatile addition to the first-floor layout and ideal for growing families or changing lifestyle requirements.

The family bathroom is well-appointed and thoughtfully laid out, offering both a full-sized bath and a separate shower enclosure ideal for busy family routines and accommodating all preferences. Neutral tiling creates a clean and contemporary feel, complemented by a pedestal basin and WC positioned neatly beneath a frosted window that allows natural light to filter in while maintaining privacy. The bath provides a relaxing space to unwind, while the separate shower offers everyday practicality. Light flooring enhances the sense of space, and the overall design is fresh, bright and easy to maintain a functional yet comfortable bathroom serving the additional bedrooms with ease.

Outside - Externally, the property presents an attractive and well-maintained façade, with a smart entrance framed by a traditional canopy and bay window that adds character and curb appeal. The home is positioned within a modern residential setting, with a driveway leading to a detached garage, providing secure parking and additional storage. To the rear, the garden has been designed with low maintenance in mind while still offering a generous outdoor space to enjoy. A paved patio sits directly outside the rear doors, creating the perfect spot for outdoor dining or summer barbecues, with easy access from the kitchen and living areas. Beyond this, a gravelled area provides further seating potential or space for children to play, bordered by fencing and mature planting for privacy. The garden is enclosed and family-friendly, with ample room for play equipment as shown, while still leaving space for seating and entertaining. The detached garage is conveniently located nearby, ideal for storage, hobbies or additional parking. Overall, the outdoor space complements the interior beautifully practical, secure and easy to maintain, yet offering plenty of scope to personalise and create a wonderful setting for relaxing and entertaining.