6 bed detached house for sale

Abenhall Road, Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire GL17

This imposing country residence is situated in glorious countryside in the heart of the beautiful Forest of Dean. It stands in approximately four acres of level ground with a range of substantial outbuildings approaching 3‚900 square feet. Planning consent is granted to develop former commercial workshops into self catering holiday units‚ (reference - P0637/24/ful). The accommodation is exceptionally spacious‚ the rooms boast generous proportions with original features including period fireplaces‚ hardwood floors and high ceilings. There are four bright reception rooms and an impressive family kitchen dining room. The layout incorporates a fully equipped‚ first floor disabled suite that lends itself to a self contained annex. There are five further double bedrooms‚ 3 being en-suite‚ and a huge attic. Space and flexibility is what this remarkable house offers in abundance. There is great potential for equestrian use and numerous business opportunities including extensive storage facilities‚ all achievable with some investment. Alternatively‚ Ferneyfield Manor is a unique country home in a superb location that lends itself to extended family occupation. The village is close by‚ Ross on Wye‚ M50‚ Monmouth and Gloucester are in easy commuting distance.

Agent Note

Planning Consent
Full planning consent is granted (P0637/24/ful) to convert the attached the former commercial carpentry workshop into three self-catering tourism units, along with the creation of a bio-diversity nature area within part of the garden. Additionally, minor external and internal alterations to existing two storey dwelling house and new site access and associated hard and soft landscaping upon retained smaller residential curtilage.

Ground Floor

A pretty vaulted entrance porch with arched windows opens to the spacious main and inner halls both featuring attractive hardwood flooring.
The ground floor rooms are of very generous proportions each with high ceilings and dual aspect views over the gardens.
There are four bright airy reception rooms with the principal sitting room and snug retaining period style fireplaces.
The family kitchen breakfast room is fitted with solid wood cabinets, a range cooker and a Rayburn stove. It is open plan to the dining room which has patio doors to the garden - a lovely place to dine.
Beyond the kitchen breakfast room is a cloakroom and large utility/laundry room which is fully fitted with cabinets and plumbing for white goods.
From the other side of the kitchen is an additional cloakroom and useful reception room which would serve very well as a home office or play room.

First Floor

A bespoke hardwood staircase leads to the galleried landing. This generous area is fitted with hardwood flooring and leads to all the bedrooms, family bathroom and first floor annex/guest apartment.
There are five double bedrooms, three of which have well appointed en-suite bathrooms. The other two bedrooms are served by the family bathroom. They are all bright sunny rooms with far reaching views over the garden to lovely surrounding countryside.
Stairs from the landing lead to the huge attic roof space - a perfect storage area or potential conversion space.

Annex - Guest Apartment

The first floor annex/guest apartment can be accessed via steps at the rear of the property or from the main house. It comprises an exceptionally spacious reception/sitting room, generous bedroom and a large wet room.
From the sitting room there is access onto a large balcony sunny balcony with lovely views over the grounds and surrounding countryside.
It can be independent or part and parcel to the main house if preferred.

Garden Room

The studio/garden room is independently accessed from the garden. It is finished with attractive wood panelling and features bi-folding doors. It is an ideal function/meeting room, gym or home office.

Outbuildings

Accessed from the house or externally are the extensive former carpentry workshops. There is planning consent in place to convert this considerable area to three self contained holiday cottages.

Other substantial outbuildings include-:
Integral double garage measuring 9.42m x 4.52m. The plant room within houses two wall mounted lpg gas central heating boilers and the pressurised hot water system.

Timber stables x 2 with integrated tack/store room.

A large poly tunnel presently utilised for storing wood.

An extra large barn/garden machinery store room measuring 11.26m x 8.65m.

Outside

Access is through automatic gates onto a wide drive that continues past the house to further ample parking and garages at the rear.
To the front and side of the house the gardens are laid to lawn overlooked from a raised terrace.
The majority of the ground lies to the rear of the house. It is a good level plot divided into two main fenced paddocks with numerous substantial outbuildings. It would work well for those with equestrian interests or as a small holding.
There is a large formal pond (requires some attention), mature trees, a boundary of natural hedges and a superb outlook over surrounding countryside and forest.

Directions

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From the mini roundabout in the centre of Mitcheldean, take the exit into Abenhall Road. Follow the road past Dene Magna School. The property is a little further ahead set back on the left hand side.

Material Information

Tenure - Freehold
Heating Type - Gas
Mains Water - Yes
Drainage - tbc
Solar - No
Council Tax Band - G

Information & Advice

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Disclaimer - Every effort has been taken in preparing these details as carefully as possible, however, intending purchasers should be aware that their accuracy is not guaranteed. All measurements are approximate and this does not form any part of any contract. Ferrino & Partners has not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, central heating systems or services mentioned in these particulars and intending purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their working order or condition.