Summary - ARATHORN BELL HILL LYDBROOK GL17 9SA
2 bed 1 bath Detached
Quiet village retreat near riverside walks ideal for downsizers and nature lovers.
Two-bedroom detached stone cottage with original character features
Secluded Bell Hill position with private path and valley views
Tiered, well-established gardens but recorded plot size is very small
Chain-free sale; freehold, council tax band B, 630 sq ft
EPC D; solid stone walls likely uninsulated—energy upgrades advised
Double glazing fitted post-2002 and mains gas boiler with radiators
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; low local crime
Close to riverside walks, woodland and Forest of Dean attractions
Tucked away on Bell Hill in Lower Lydbrook, this two-bedroom detached stone cottage offers a quiet, characterful retreat within the Forest of Dean. Approached by a private path, the property sits amid established, tiered gardens that provide seclusion and attractive valley views. It’s chain-free and ready for a new owner to move straight in.
Inside, exposed stonework, polished wooden floors and a feature fireplace with wood-burning stove create a warm, authentic cottage atmosphere. The ground floor layout links a practical kitchen with a cosy living room; an open-tread staircase rises to two light bedrooms and a characterful bathroom with a freestanding claw-foot bath and shower. At about 630 sq ft, the accommodation is compact but well arranged for everyday living or a weekend escape.
Practical details are straightforward: freehold tenure, council tax band B, EPC rating D, mains gas boiler and double glazing installed after 2002. The solid sandstone/limestone walls date from before 1900 and are assumed uninsulated, so buyers should expect opportunities to improve energy performance and reduce running costs.
This cottage will particularly suit buyers seeking rural tranquillity and outdoor access — riverside and woodland walks are close by — or those downsizing who value character and location over extensive living space. Although the gardens are attractive and tiered for interest, the documented plot size is very small, so outdoor space is limited in extent. Overall, this is a characterful, low-crime location property with scope for targeted improvements.
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