2 bed cottage for sale

Hyde Park Corner, Lower Soudley, Cinderford GL14

If you’ve been searching for a peaceful rural retreat, this charming home could be just what you’ve been waiting for. Tucked away on the outskirts of Soudley, it enjoys a wonderfully private setting surrounded by nature, with beautiful open views and extensive gardens approaching a third of an acre. The property also features useful outbuildings and offers an exciting opportunity for the next owner to modernise and shape the home to their own taste and style. Perfectly positioned for those who long for a secluded, picturesque lifestyle yet still want the convenience of nearby amenities. This property is offered to the market with no onward chain.

Perfectly placed for those who love the outdoors, the picturesque village of Soudley sits just a short distance from the west bank of the River Severn, with the nearby villages and market towns of Newnham, Cinderford, Lydney, and Coleford all within easy reach. The wider Forest of Dean offers an abundance of scenic woodland and river walks, ideal for hiking, cycling, and exploring the area’s natural beauty.

For those needing to travel further afield, the location provides excellent connections, with the Severn Crossings and M4 offering convenient routes towards Bristol, Cardiff, and London, while the M5, reached via Gloucester and Cheltenham, ensures straightforward access to the Midlands and beyond

Stepping in from the front, the kitchen is a wonderfully spacious and characterful room, offering tremendous scope to create a true heart of the home. Currently fitted with traditional wooden cabinetry and tiled flooring, the space extends to nearly five metres in length easily accommodating both a full kitchen suite and a generous dining area. Exposed timber beams and a striking stone fireplace with an original range cooker add rustic charm and a sense of history, while the dual-aspect layout ensures good natural light throughout the day. There’s ample room here for a large family dining table, making it an ideal setting for relaxed meals and sociable gatherings. With its blend of period features and generous proportions, this room is ready to be reimagined whether as a warm, farmhouse-style kitchen or a bright contemporary space that celebrates the home’s character while offering modern comfort.

Flowing into the living room which is a generously sized and characterful space that offers fantastic potential for transformation. A wide window and part-glazed door fill the room with natural light, creating a bright and airy feel while providing a pleasant outlook onto the garden. At its heart stands a traditional brick fireplace with a timber mantel a charming focal point that could easily be restored or modernised to suit a variety of styles. The room’s generous proportions allow for flexible furniture layouts, with ample space for large sofas, a coffee table, and additional storage or display units. Original details, such as the built-in display cabinets and wood flooring, add to the room’s period charm and hint at the potential for a warm, inviting living area once updated. With direct access to the garden, this room could easily become a lovely, sociable space that blends indoor comfort with outdoor living.

A staircase, located between the two living areas rises neatly from the ground floor to the first-floor landing. This layout gives the home a practical division between living and sleeping areas, while maintaining a sense of openness and connection between rooms. Upstairs, the landing leads to two well-proportioned bedrooms and the family bathroom.

The principal bedroom is a bright and well-proportioned double room that enjoys a peaceful outlook over the garden. A wide window allows natural light to fill the space, giving it an airy and restful feel. With clean lines and a generous footprint, the room offers plenty of flexibility for a range of furniture arrangements easily accommodating a double or king-sized bed along with wardrobes, drawers, or a dressing table. Exposed ceiling beams add a touch of rustic charm and hint at the property’s character, making this a room with real potential to become a calm and inviting retreat once modernised.

At the back of the property the second bedroom is a bright and inviting space with a charming outlook over the greenery outside. Its elongated layout provides flexibility ideal for use as a comfortable single bedroom, a guest room, or a peaceful home office. A feature ceiling beam adds a touch of character, while the window allows plenty of natural light to enhance the room’s airy feel. With some modernisation, this could become a versatile multi-purpose room to suit a variety of needs.

The family bathroom is a well-sized room with a traditional layout and a lovely garden outlook through a wide window that fills the space with natural light. Fitted with a full-sized bath, pedestal wash basin, and WC, it offers a practical and comfortable setup that could easily be refreshed to suit modern tastes. Original details such as the exposed ceiling beam and panelled bath surround add a touch of rustic charm, while the generous proportions provide plenty of room for reconfiguration or enhancement. With thoughtful updating, this space has the potential to become a bright and relaxing bathroom, perfectly complementing the home’s character.

Outside- A gated entrance leads around to the front of the property, where a charming flagstone courtyard creates a welcoming approach to the home, the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee surrounded by peace and greenery. To the rear, the garden truly steals the show. A delightful pagoda draped with wisteria and climbing roses sets the scene, leading onto a flagstone pathway that meanders through beautifully terraced gardens, with lawns, colourful flower borders, and mature shrubs adding character and texture throughout. A feature archway, adorned with grapevine, guides you through to Outbuilding One, while stone steps continue upwards to reveal further terraces, a productive vegetable garden, and open lawned areas. At the far end of the garden, you’ll find a greenhouse, useful sheds, a soft fruit patch, and a gentle stream, all framed by lovely views across fields, forest, and woodland, a true countryside haven. Outbuilding One is a charming stone-built structure, offering excellent versatility with power, lighting, plumbing, a small Belfast sink, and a high-level cistern W.C., making it ideal for use as a workshop, studio, or utility space. Outbuilding Two provides additional storage, also benefitting from power, perfect for garden equipment or tools.

Agents note- Please note, a neighbouring property benefits from a private right of way across part of the grounds, providing access as detailed in the property’s title deeds.

Agents note (i)- The current vendors park on nearby private land under a parking licence agreement, charged at £1 per vehicle, per week.