Farm for sale

Alvington, Lydney GL15

This outstanding country property stands on the eastern edge of the ancient Forest of Dean where it joins the beautiful Woolaston Hills area ten miles north of the border town of Chepstow. It is an idyllic location‚ rural but not isolated being in pleasant level walking distance through country lanes to the villages of Alvington and Woolaston. This unique package of superbly converted barns stands in twenty acres of land. It comprises a handsome four bedroom principal dwelling‚ an impressive three bedroom holiday cottage and a fully equipped one bedroom independent living wing. Eco features combine renewable solar energy which power the whole site and provide a healthy income. Further income is generated from the 22 pitch camp site. Equestrian facilities include a stable block and yard and fenced paddocks. On the western boundary is a beautiful lake fed by a natural brook‚ a secret oasis of perfect tranquillity. There is so much on offer - Beanhill Barn offers great flexibility‚ it presents a genuine opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a successful on-going holiday business and an ideal choice for multi-generation living. It is a perfect combination of a peaceful lifestyle option with ample scope as a rural commercial enterprise. The area has excellent links to the motorway and rail network with the advantage of immediate access into surrounding countryside‚ this combined with being in commuting distance of the vibrant cities of Gloucester‚ Cheltenham‚ Cardiff and Bristol.

<b> main house </b>
Beanhill Barn is a superb family home converted from an original threshing barn in 1996. It is spacious, warm and welcoming, the full height windows and fully glazed doors allowing light to flood through. This is a home of great character boasting original beams, exposed stone walls, natural oak and flagstone floors. Reclaimed cast iron radiators throughout add to the period appeal. The property has been finished to an exceptionally high standard.

The oak framed entrance vestibule provides a fitting entrance to the immculately presented prinicpal reception rooms. The atmospheric sitting room is a comfortable restful room featuring an imposing central open fireplace and heavily beamed ceiling. A stunning oak-framed garden room extends from the sitting room and provides wonderful views across the garden and view beyond.
The farmhouse style kitchen centres around the iconic oil-fired Aga. Soft gloss cabinets are dressed wuth granite work surfaces with an inset Belfast style kitchen sink. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, twin under-counter fridges, and a wine cooler. A perfect room for family gathering.

The generous dining room connects to the kitchen and retains much character with exposed beams and flagstone floor. Oak doors lead out to the garden. Is open plan to the lovely panelled dining room where French doors open to the garden.

The snug is a glorious room with full height barn windows overlooking the courtyard. Ther present owners use this room as an exercise studio.

The study is a lovely quirky room with a mezzanine installed to provide additional storage or work space, reading area or den.

There are four double bedrooms to the first floor. Each reflect the history of the barn with timber beams and exposed stone walls on full display. Each of the bedrooms is generous in size and very comfortable, all have fine views of the garden or lovely surrounding countryside.

The master bedroom features a range of cleverly fitted wardrobes with bespoke oak doors neatly disguising access to a large en-suite bathroom. It has been fitted with an extra large walk-in drench shower with Moroccan style tiling, a roll top bath, WC and period wash basin.

The family bathroom is of the same classic style with large walk in shower.

<b> holiday cottage </b>
The Udder Place, is a very attractive superbly presented detached cottage. As the name suggests, it has been professionally converted from an old milking parlour.

The Udder Place is successfully operating as a holiday cottage and for the past 12 months an exceptional Air B&B. It boasts an exceptionally high quality finish. The open plan design incorporates a full specification kitchen, sitting room, utility space and cloakroom. There is a spacious ground floor en-suite bedroom and two first floor double bedrooms each with en-suite facilities.

The cottage has a private sunny garden with hot tub on the terrace from which to enjoy the fabulous countryside views.

The Udder Place Conditions: The property may only be used for holiday purposes and not as an individual's main or sole dwelling. Additionally, the property must be retained as part of the main residence.

<b> stable block </b>
This substantial u-shaped purpose built stable block consists of five loose large boxes, a large workshop and garden machinery store room. Two of the stables have been expertly converted to modern shower and toilet facilities for the camp site. The solar panels are located on the stable block roof.

<b> lake </b>
The lake is fed by Cone Brook, . It is truly stunning, a beautiful unspoiled gem attracting a wide range of visiting species of wild fowl, birds and wildlife. It is fully stocked with Carp and Roach. The lovely tree lined boundary has a mown path that provides unhindered access around the whole perimeter. There is the potential business opportunity for introducing extra income generating activities including private fishing, wild swimming or paddle boarding.

<b> outside </b>
The land extends to approximately 20 acres of mostly level and gently sloping ground. The campsite is easily accessible for vehicles from the lane. There are lovely walks through the paddocks and the woodland down to the lake. To the west lake is ideal grazing land for horses or live stock. The main garden has been well screened from the campsite and holiday cottage with the with the use clever low level planting and beautiful mature trees to include willow, cherry and walnut.

<b> directions </b>
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From the main road in Alvington, A48, turn into Clanna Road alongside the Globe Inn/Restaurant. Follow the lane for 0.7 miles to the Clanna Cross Roads. Bear left at the junction. Beanhill Barn is set back on the right hand side.

<b> agent note </b>
The property is being sold as a whole lot. It is currently arranged as part residential and part commercial. Interested parties are encouraged to secure advice from an accountant or mortgage advisor if seeking financial information.
The campsite is not operating at full capacity presently, due to personal choice. Opportunity exists to significantly increase activity and turnover.
More land may be available by separate negotiation.
There are no rights of way across the land.
Accounts available to potential buyers on request.

Directions

What3Words - ///weaved.ushering.weddings
From the main road in Alvington, A48, turn into Clanna Road alongside the Globe Inn/Restaurant. Follow the lane for 0.7 miles to the Clanna Cross Roads. Bear left at the junction. Beanhill Barn is set back on the right hand side.