Summary - THE BEEHIVE HAWTHORNS ROAD DRYBROOK GL17 9BX
Four double bedrooms across three floors, versatile family layout
Private, enclosed walled garden with side and rear gated access
Garage with power, lighting and electric roller shutter door
Character features: exposed beams, stone walls, sash-style windows
Single family bathroom only; one WC downstairs
EPC E (42); likely no wall insulation, double glazing pre-2002
Period house c.200 years — potential to modernise and improve energy efficiency
Modest garden depth; some internal modernisation suggested
Set within the Forest of Dean village of Drybrook, this four-bedroom detached character cottage offers flexible family living across three floors and retains numerous period features including exposed beams, stone walls and sash-style windows. The living room and dining room provide generous, characterful reception space while a fitted Wren kitchen with island and an adjoining snug give practical everyday flow. Outside, a private walled garden and gated access deliver good privacy and a garage with power and lighting adds useful storage or workshop space.
The house is well suited to a family seeking charm and village convenience: local shops, a primary school and nearby Cinderford are within easy reach, and motorway links support longer commutes. The accommodation includes a useful utility room and ground-floor WC, while the galleried landing offers room for a home office. Total floorspace is comfortable for the size and life in the property is enhanced by countryside views to the side and rear.
Buyers should note a few practical points. The property predates 1900 and external walls are likely uninsulated sandstone/limestone; double glazing was installed before 2002 and the EPC is E (42), so energy performance could be improved. There is a single family bathroom and some internal modernisation would allow better use of space if desired. Overall the structure appears sound externally but buyers seeking a turn-key low-energy home should factor likely upgrade costs.
This cottage will appeal most to buyers who value period character, flexible family accommodation and a private village setting — and who are happy to invest modestly to improve thermal efficiency and modern conveniences.
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