Alvington, Lydney, GL15

Beanhill Barn is a beautiful stone barn conversion, originally converted in 1996, offering a blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Expect flagstone, Welsh slate, and oak floors, floor-to-ceiling glazing, bespoke oak doors, and an atmosphere that somehow marries both cosy and spacious.

Step into the entrance hall, ideal for kicking off muddy wellingtons and parking the dog after a countryside walk. To the left is a handy cloakroom, while ahead, a bespoke set of oak doors open into the main living areas.

At the heart of the home lies the kitchen, where a classic oil-fired Aga takes centre stage, set on reclaimed Welsh slate flooring. Cream gloss units are paired with granite work surfaces, a Belfast sink, integrated appliances including a dishwasher, twin under-counter fridges, and a wine cooler. Reclaimed Victorian radiators run throughout the property, adding character and warmth.

The kitchen flows into the formal dining room, where reclaimed wall panelling adds texture and French doors bring in plenty of light.

A central snug, currently used as a gym, leads down into a fabulous reception room. With its bright, airy feel, it would make a perfect craft or hobby space. Steps lead up to a mezzanine level, ideal as a home office.

The main lounge exudes a darker, cosier atmosphere, complete with a stone open fireplace, perfect for winter evenings. From here, glazed bi-fold doors open into a stunning oak-framed garden room with a hand-painted arched window and glazing all around. A Jtul Scandinavian-style stove ensures this is a space to enjoy year-round.

Upstairs, the layout mirrors the ground floor, with exposed beams and rustic features throughout all four bedrooms. Each room enjoys views of the surrounding gardens or neighbouring fields. The principal bedroom is especially impressive, with wall-to-wall fitted wardrobes, one of which conceals a luxurious en-suite. This private sanctuary features a slipper bath, separate shower, and Moroccan-style tiling, offering a true retreat from the rest of the home.

The family bathroom doesn't miss out on character either, with a ball and claw bathtub, separate shower, wash hand basin, and WC, all continuing the home's blend of charm and style.

The Independent Living Wing

The independent living wing adjoins the main house but enjoys its own private entrance, opening into a cleverly designed kitchen area that mirrors the main kitchen and includes integrated appliances. Built-in cupboards provide space for a utility stack, along with handy storage for coats and shoes. A connecting door leads directly into the main house kitchen, making this an ideal utility or boot room for those not requiring a self-contained annexe. At the far end, a door opens into a ground floor bedroom thoughtfully designed with accessibility in mind. This room includes integrated mobility support systems such as ceiling hoists, which can be removed if not needed. An adjoining wet room features a hydro bath, WC, and wash hand basin.

The Udder Place

Wow, wow, wow! The current owners spared no expense when converting this charming stone shed into a stunning holiday cottage in 2021. Currently rated 5* on Airbnb.

Step into The Udder Place and be welcomed by a beautifully designed open-plan living space, ideal for socialising and relaxing. A quirky downstairs loo, affectionately known as the 'cow room', adds a playful touch.

The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, complete with a central island, perfect for sociable cooking. Bifold doors open out onto a spacious patio, ideal for alfresco dining. The kitchen comes fully equipped with everything you need including a dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a wine fridge. There's a generous utility room.

The living space features a cosy wood-burning stove, ideal for unwinding in the evenings.

Tucked away just off the living area is a ground floor bedroom, with its own ensuite shower room. The bedroom itself boasts a statement bathtub and bifold doors that lead directly to the opposite end of the patio.

Upstairs, the landing offers a peaceful snug, just the spot for curling up with a good book. To the right, you'll find a spacious king-size bedroom with an ensuite featuring a large walk-in shower. A standout feature here is the Juliet balcony, offering far-reaching countryside views. To the left, the twin bedroom also includes an ensuite shower room and its own Juliet balcony, blending indoor comfort with the beauty of the outdoors.

Beanhill Barn and The Udder Place are beautifully arranged around a central courtyard, with an attractive fishpond at its heart, doubling as a generous turning circle with ample parking for multiple vehicles. Each property enjoys its own spacious garden, complete with a patio perfect for al fresco dining, fruiting trees including productive cherry, walnut, and a mature magnolia, and plenty of space to grow your own produce if desired.

Beyond the gardens lies a horseshoe-shaped stable yard. One side retains four stables and a tack room, while the other has been adapted into a shower block to support the owners' campsite business, now wound down as they prepare for retirement. This could easily revert to stables, offering further flexibility for equestrian use.

Three gently sloping paddocks and a stretch of woodland lead down to a well-stocked fishing lake, ideal for carp and coarse fishing.

Beanhill Barn offers an ideal blend of lifestyle and opportunity, with ample scope for a rural enterprise. Whether you're dreaming of running a glamping or camping site, offering equine holidays, fishing experiences, launching a craft studio, or setting up alpaca trekking or dog agility experiences, the space and setting allow for a wide range of possibilities and more! All subject to gaining the necessary consents.

AGENTS NOTES:

The neighbouring property benefits from a right of access for unloading at the edge of Beanhill Barn's courtyard, but otherwise has its own separate driveway and ample parking next door.

The Udder Place conditions of planning: The building shall only be used for holiday purposes and shall not be used as any individual's main or sole dwelling at any time. A register of all occupiers, detailing dates, names and usual addresses shall be maintained by the owner and shall be kept up-to-date and available for inspection at all reasonable hours by officers of the Council. The holiday let hereby permitted shall be permanently retained in the ownership and management