Heywood Road, Cinderford, GL14 2QU

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this three-bedroom detached home enjoys a generous plot with beautiful wrap-around gardens and a highly convenient location close to Cinderford town centre. While the interior would benefit from some updating, the property presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers looking to create a home tailored to their own taste and style.

Stepping through the front door, a hallway provides a practical area for coats and shoes before leading directly into the main living room.

The living room is a wonderfully spacious and versatile room, stretching the full depth of the house and offering ample space for both sitting and dining areas. A wide window and glazed door allow natural light to fill the space, enhancing its bright and welcoming atmosphere. A striking feature of the room is the exposed stone fireplace, which provides a charming focal point and adds character to the otherwise neutral interior. The generous proportions make it easy to imagine the space arranged with large sofas gathered around the hearth, while still leaving plenty of room for a dining table or additional seating area. 

The kitchen sits at the heart of this home and forms a natural link between the main living area and the bright sunroom beyond. Arranged in an efficient U-shape, it offers a generous amount of workspace and cabinetry, with both upper and lower units providing excellent storage. A window above the sink looks through to the sunroom, drawing in natural light and creating a sense of connection between the two spaces. From the living room, a doorway opens directly into the kitchen, allowing the two areas to flow easily together ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining. The tiled floor is practical and easy to maintain, while the layout provides room for modern appliances and scope for future personalisation. Beyond the kitchen, the sunroom can be accessed through a glazed door, extending the living space and offering a seamless link to the garden. This thoughtful layout means the kitchen truly forms the central hub of the home  well placed for social cooking, relaxed dining, or simply enjoying the outlook onto the garden. 

The dining room is a bright and versatile space, perfectly positioned off the main hallway to serve as a welcoming hub for family meals or entertaining. A large window draws in plenty of natural light, offering pleasant views over the garden and creating a cheerful atmosphere throughout the day.With its generous proportions and clean layout, the room easily accommodates a full-sized dining table with additional space for a sideboard or display cabinet. The wood-effect flooring adds warmth and practicality, while the neutral décor provides a blank canvas for personal touches. Equally suited to formal dining or relaxed family gatherings, this room could also lend itself to alternative uses  such as a home office, playroom, or snug depending on lifestyle needs. Its connection to the rest of the ground floor makes it a flexible and functional space at the heart of the home.

Toward the rear, the sunroom is a lovely extension of the ground floor, accessed directly from the kitchen and opening out to the garden beyond. Flooded with natural light through its full-height windows and glazed doors, this bright and versatile space offers a relaxing spot to enjoy the changing seasons from the comfort of indoors. Tiled flooring adds a practical touch, making it ideal for year-round use, whether as an additional sitting area, dining space, or garden room. The wide patio doors lead directly outside, creating a seamless flow between the house and garden perfect for summer entertaining or simply unwinding with a morning coffee while overlooking the greenery.Spacious and adaptable, the sunroom adds real flexibility to the home, bringing the outdoors in and enhancing the sense of light and openness throughout the ground floor.

The staircase rises from the hallway to a bright and well-proportioned landing, which forms the central point of the first floor. From here, doors open to three bedrooms and the family bathroom, creating an easy and practical layout.

Bright and well-proportioned the principal bedroom, positioned to enjoy lovely views across the surrounding area through a wide window that fills the space with natural light. Its generous size easily accommodates a double bed along with wardrobes and additional furniture, while built-in storage adds both charm and practicality. A feature beam above the window lends a touch of character, subtly reminding you of the home’s traditional roots. The neutral décor and soft carpeting create a calm and restful atmosphere.

The second bedroom is another generous double, beautifully bright thanks to a wide window that frames pleasant views over the garden. The soft colour palette and mirrored wardrobes enhance the sense of space and light, creating a calm and airy feel throughout the room. There is ample space for a double bed, bedside furniture, and additional storage, making it ideal as a guest room or comfortable main bedroom. The exposed timber beam above the window adds a subtle rustic touch, tying in with the cottage’s character and charm.

To the rear of the property sits the third bedroom. It's a bright and cheerful space with a charming cottage feel, enhanced by its sloped ceiling and exposed timber beam. A window brings in plenty of natural light, making the room feel welcoming and airy. Built-in cupboards provide useful storage, while the floor area comfortably accommodates a single bed and additional furniture such as a desk or drawers. This room would make an excellent child’s bedroom, nursery, or home office a flexible space that can easily adapt to changing needs.

The family bathroom is a spacious and characterful room, featuring a corner bath with a decorative canopy surround that gives it a touch of vintage charm. Light-coloured tiling with floral detailing adds to the traditional feel, while the fitted vanity unit provides practical storage and counter space around the basin. A window allows natural light to brighten the room, creating a pleasant and airy atmosphere. With its generous proportions, this bathroom offers plenty of potential for modernisation and could easily be reimagined as a stylish, contemporary family space while retaining its sense of comfort and charm.

Outside - The gardens at Garden Cottage wrap gracefully around the property, creating a peaceful and private setting that enhances the home’s charm. To the front, a neat lawn bordered by mature hedging and a traditional stone wall gives the cottage an inviting feel from the lane, while a well-positioned tree adds a touch of greenery and shade. A pathway leads around the side of the house to a gravelled terrace, providing a practical and low-maintenance outdoor space ideal for seating, potted plants, or alfresco dining. The layout makes it easy to enjoy the garden throughout the day with sunny and shaded spots perfect for relaxing or entertaining. To the rear, the garden rises gently and is enclosed by timber fencing and stone boundaries, offering both privacy and a sense of seclusion. There’s plenty of scope for keen gardeners to add flower borders or vegetable beds, while the existing lawn provides space for children or pets to play.In addition to the garden areas, the property benefits from a useful driveway space to the side, providing off-road parking a valuable feature in this location. The combination of green space, privacy, and practicality makes the outdoor areas a true extension of the home, perfectly suited to a relaxed, village lifestyle.