5 bed property for sale

Furnace Valley, Blakeney, Gloucestershire. GL15

A superbly presented and well-maintained country property in approximately 1.5 acres of landscaped garden and grounds. The idyllic semi-rural neighbourhood of Furnace Valley on the doorstep of the Forest of Dean has direct access into surrounding woodland. The property comprises an immaculate three bedroom main dwelling, a spacious two bedroom annex, large summer house/workshop and garaging. It is presented in excellent order throughout and provides the most stylish relaxed open plan living overlooking beautiful manicured gardens. The beautifully presented detached 2 bed annex has been operated as a successful holiday let. Energy efficient solar panels are installed. The Forest is a wildlife sanctuary renowned for outdoor activities, walking, cycling and riding. Blakeney village shops, school, health centre are all in easy walking distance.

Entrance

Useful built in cupboards provide storage for hats and coats. Doors lead to the kitchen and utility/ laundry room.

Kitchen-Living-Dining Room

A wonderful L shaped open plan design overlooking the gardens.
The kitchen is fully fitted with a range of cabinets. Integrated appliances include double ovens, microwave, induction hob and dishwasher. There is a generous dining space. A riven slate floor extends through the whole living area.

A lovely decorative fireplace and wood burning stove forms the centrepiece for the main living area. Windows on both elevations bathe the space in light and French doors provide access onto the garden. Attractive exposed stone walls add character. A lovely restful place to sit.

Study Area

This space links the main living area with the master bedroom. It is a convenient place to use as a study or reading area. Large windows overlook the garden and a door leads to the rear of the property.

Utility-Laundry Room

A really practical room with fitted cabinets and hardwood work surfaces with large butler sink. There is plumbing for the white goods and a door leads out to the garden.

Bedroom 1

A wonderfully generous, light and airy room. French doors open onto the garden. There is an engineered oak floor and a door to the en-suite.

Bedroom 1 En-Suite

A well-appointed en-suite with large walk in shower, WC, wash basin and tiled floor.

Bedroom 2

A good double bedroom overlooking the garden. There is a feature stone arch and plenty of space for wardrobes.

Bedroom 3

A cosy double bedroom overlooking the garden.

Family Bathroom

Window to the front. Bath and separate electric shower enclosure, WC and wash basin.

Detached Annex

A substantial 2 double bedroom annex which has been successfully operated as an income generating holiday let.
There is an open plan kitchen/dining/living space. The kitchen is fitted with shaker style cabinets and includes integrated ovens & dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. The cosy living area has a wood burning stove and opens into a large garden room. The shower room has useful fitted furniture, shower enclosure, WC and wash basin.

Summer House

A very attractive timber clad cabin/summer house with power. It is currently used as a workshop by the present owners.

Detached Garage

The timber framed garage sits at the rear of the garden with ample parking to the front. There is an open fronted car port and an attached lock up garage. Power and light are connected.

Outside

The ground extends to 1.5 acres of manicured gardens plus an area of elevated shady woodland. Access is from a private drive that leads to the garage and generous parking area. The large south facing main garden is level and mostly laid to lawn with a boundary of mature trees. There is a pretty garden pond and an attractive raised flagstone courtyard seating area - an ideal place for al fresco dining and entertaining. From the lower level a path winds upwards to the shady woodland, part of the original Forest railway line. This has a separate vehicle access from Pollards Lane. It provides a lovely view of the property from an elevated position.