The Scowles, Coleford, GL16

Originally a 2 up 2 down quarryman's cottage, it has been tastefully extended and modernised. Close to lovely walks into the surrounding woodland and a short drive from the many renowned activities in the Forest of Dean and the town. The level gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped, and the gated driveway provides ample parking and accesses the detached garage/workshop.

Constructed in stone with modern cavity walled extension, all having a textured-rendered exterior with inset double-glazed Georgian pane uPVC windows and doors set under pitched tiled roofs. Internal features include exposed beams and stonework, a fireplace, ledged and braced doors with Suffolk latches and a combination of ceramic tiled and wooden boarded flooring. An oil-fired boiler provides domestic hot water and heating to radiators throughout.

The property is approached from the front garden under a deep recessed entrance through a part-glazed door into:

ENTRANCE HALLWAY:: Turning staircase with turned newel posts and wooden balustrading up to the first-floor galleried landing. Under the stairs, there is a storage cupboard. Doors lead to the following:

LIVING ROOM:: 5.15m (max) x 2.59m (16'11" x 8'6") opening up to 4.10m (13'5"), An "L-shaped" room with triple aspect windows to the front, back, and side. Feature inglenook fireplace with oak lintel and stone hearth housing wood burner.




STUDY:: 2.47m x 2.87m (8'1" x 9'5"), Windows to the back and side with pretty garden views.

INNER HALLWAY:: Integrated cloaks cupboard with hanging rail and shelving. Doors lead to:

DINING ROOM:: 3.42m x 3.67m (11'3" x 12'0"), French doors to the side open up to the inner sun terrace.

SHOWER ROOM:: Frosted window to the side. A contemporary white suite comprising a low-level W.C., vanity unit with inset wash basin, and fully tiled shower enclosure with a head on an adjustable chrome rail.

KITCHEN:: 3.72m x 3.54m (12'2" x 11'7") average, Window to the front and secondary door to the side. Laminate worktops along three walls with decorative tiled splashback surround, inset sink and side drainer. A range of wooden panelled cupboards and drawers set under with ornate metal handles. Space for electric cooking range with four-ring gas hob, double oven, grill, and concealed extraction hood over. Integrated dishwasher and space and plumbing for washing machine/tumble dryer. Complimentary coffee bar with matching wall-mounted cabinets and tall unit housing fridge/freezer.
From the entrance hallway upstairs to:


FIRST FLOOR LANDING:: A spacious central landing with window to the front. Decorative open grate fireplace with wooden mantel. Airing cupboard with full-height wooden slatted shelving. Doors lead to the following:

BEDROOM ONE:: 3.55m x 2.99m (11'8" x 9'10"), Dual aspect windows to the front and back with elevated garden views. Bespoke fitted wardrobes along one wall with hanging rails, shelving, and storage.

BEDROOM TWO:: 3.97m x 3.21m (13'0" x 10'6"), Windows to the front and side.

BEDROOM FOUR:: 2.89m x 2.46m (9'6" x 8'1"), Vaulted ceiling. Window to the side.

FAMILY BATHROOM:: Frosted window to the side. A white suite comprising a high cistern W.C., pedestal wash basin, and panelled bath with central mixer tap and separate handheld shower attachment. Ladder-style radiator. Roof access hatch and extraction fan at high level.

BEDROOM THREE:: 3.39m x 3.65m (11'1" x 11'12"), Window to the back and side.

OUTSIDE:: The property is approached from the country lane through a pair of five-bar wooden gates set into an attractive natural stone perimeter wall. They lead into an extensive gravelled parking area with space for multiple vehicles and accesses the:

SINGLE DETACHED GARAGE/WORKSHOP:: 5.23m x 5.08m (17'2" x 16'8"), Matching construction with a concrete base, windows to the side and back, and an up-and-over garage door, all set under a pitched tiled roof. Fitted shelving along one wall and roof space storage. Power and light.

The front garden has two shaped lawned areas with raised flower beds and well-stocked herbaceous borders. An arched entrance leads to an extensive gravelled terrace and seating area adjoining the kitchen and is perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. Steps lead up to a spacious lawned area with a wooden shed ideal for storing garden tools and there is a vegetable growing area. The garden is enclosed on all sides with excellent levels of privacy. Boundaries are a combination of stone walls and hedgerow.

SERVICES:: Mains electric and water. Oil-fired central heating and private drainage. FIT Solar panels provide approximately £800-£2000 worth of electricity per year. Council Tax Band C. EPC Rating C.

DIRECTIONS:: What Three Words ///tastings.blotting.prospered
From Monmouth take the A466 Wye Valley Road towards Chepstow. Continue to the village of Redbrook and turn immediately left by the Osteopaths. Follow this road for approximately 2.2 miles then bear left as the road bends to the right. Continue up the "S" bends for a further half a mile and Corner Cottage can be found on the right at the entrance to the Scowles.