Wigpool, Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire, GL17

Tucked away in the woodland hamlet of Wigpool, this charming stone fronted country cottage captures the essence of rural living. Surrounded by beautiful woodland and an abundance of wildlife, it offers a peaceful retreat where countryside walks begin quite literally at the doorstep.

The property features two delightful light filled bedrooms and a wonderful detached annexe set within the garden, perfect for guests, hobbies, or working from home. A garage, private gym, and an ornate Japanese style water garden complete the picture, creating a setting that is both serene and full of character. The property has the added benefit of planning permission, granted in June 2024 for a single storey rear extension. Details: Planning Application: P0754/24/FUL

This is country cottage living at its finest: tranquil, timeless, and truly one of a kind.

Accessed via a Forestry Commission track, the cottage enjoys a wonderfully peaceful setting with woodland walks and wildlife quite literally on the doorstep. Twenty six solar panels plus a 15kw GivEnergy storage battery provide abundant electricity, complementing the cottage’s natural character and harmony with its surroundings. Energy bills here are a pleasant surprise, not a cause for concern. Despite its tranquil surroundings, it remains within easy reach of Mitcheldean, a thriving village offering a highly regarded primary school, local shops, cosy eateries, and a doctors’ surgery. A more peaceful yet accessible location would be hard to find.

DOWNSTAIRS
With shades of French country cottage meets coastal retreat, the interior has been thoughtfully designed to balance character, comfort, and practicality. Many original features have been retained, creating a lovely flow throughout the ground floor with modern living in mind.
Entry is through a bright conservatory with low maintenance travertine stone flooring, the perfect spot for coats, boots, and perhaps a damp dog after a woodland walk.

The Fired Earth kitchen is country living at its finest, solid wood storage cupboards and worktops take centre stage with a striking feature stone wall, and excellent natural light from triple aspect windows. From here, a cosy snug/dining room invites you to unwind with a book, coffee, or glass of wine in front of the inglenook fireplace, complete with the Clearview Multifuel stove at its heart. The oak flooring, which flows throughout much of the downstairs, adds warmth and continuity to the space.

Continuing through, the sitting room enjoys wonderful light from its dual aspect outlook over the rear gardens and adjoining woodland. Another wood burning stove, set on a flagstone hearth, provides a perfect focal point for a chilly winter’s evening. Oak lintels complement the flooring, while whitewashed beams lend a sense of space and calm.

Accessed from the sitting room lies a well appointed bathroom, featuring a bath, walk in shower, wash hand basin, and WC, making great use of available space in a thoughtfully designed layout.

UPSTAIRS
Stairs rise from the snug to a light landing, where an oak floor and Velux window create a bright and welcoming space.

Bedroom One is a generous cottage double, full of charm and character. Whitewashed exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling enhance the sense of space, while the solid wood flooring and soft morning light from the woodland outlook make this a truly restful retreat — the perfect place to enjoy a slow start to the day.

Bedroom Two also features a vaulted ceiling and exposed wood floors, with excellent built-in storage and wardrobe space. This room continues the cottage’s timeless feel, offering warmth and comfort in every detail.

A handy upstairs cloakroom completes the first floor, adding practicality to this thoughtfully arranged home.

GARDEN BUILDING
A more recent addition to this historic cottage, the detached garden room offers a generous and versatile living space perfectly suited to modern needs. Clad in seasoned timber with double glazed windows and doors throughout, with electric and water, it blends beautifully with its natural surroundings while providing excellent comfort and practicality.

Whether used as a creative studio, hobby room, home office, or guest accommodation for visiting friends and family, the space is light, inviting, and highly adaptable.

Enjoying a sunny aspect, the annexe opens onto a stone patio enclosed by a contemporary glass balustrade, the ideal spot to relax, soak up the sun, and watch the seasons unfold in the surrounding gardens and woodland.

OUTSIDE
The grounds of the property are every bit as enchanting as the cottage itself, offering a wealth of beautifully designed spaces to explore and enjoy.

Opposite the cottage lies a truly show stopping Japanese style water garden, created by a Kew Gardens designer. Surrounded by mature woodland, this remarkable feature includes an elegant arbour, flowing water features, and carefully placed sculptures, a peaceful haven that invites quiet reflection and appreciation of nature.

A stone built garage provides secure parking and storage, while to the rear of the garage a well equipped gym offers the perfect retreat for the more active homeowner. Numerous garden sheds offer the ideal storage space for tools and mowers, with a hidden storage area perfect for hardware storge.

The immediate gardens surrounding the cottage are meticulously maintained and thoughtfully landscaped, with multiple levels, planting areas, and sculpted features that blend seamlessly with the woodland backdrop. An original stone built pig cott is a useful garden addition, a hat tip to its original builders. At the rear, the boundary opens onto a level lawn that adjoins the surrounding forest, creating a sense of space, privacy, and connection to the natural landscape that envelops the property.

In summary, this enchanting woodland home captures the very essence of country living, with charm & character. From the beautifully presented stone frontage to the versatile detached annexe and the ornate gardens beyond, every element has been thoughtfully created to celebrate its idyllic forest setting. This is a rare opportunity to embrace a slower pace of life, surrounded by nature at its most inspiring.

Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: E
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: Yes
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Room heaters
Heating features: Double glazing, Underfloor heating, Wood burner, and Solar thermal
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2 - OK, Vodafone, Three & EE All Good
Parking: Garage, Driveway, Gated, Off Street, and Private
Coal mining area: Yes
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Directions
From Ross on Wye Head east on the A40 passing through the villages of Weston Under Penyard and Ryeford. As you climb the hill out of Ryeford, take the next turning right signposted Drybrook. Continue on this road passing through Bailey Lane End. As you reach the top of the hill, pass through the cutting and take the next turning left signposted Wigpool. After approx. 100yds take the turning left and continue on this B road for 1 mile to the T junction. Turn left at the T junction, follow the forestry commission road past the farm and down the Hill taking the first turning left into the woods. Take the next turning right into the driveway of the property and Ceterach will be found after 50 yds on your right hand side. Parking for the property is by the garage on the left.
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