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"The Beehive dates back to the 1800s and has a fascinating history, having once been a bakery before serving as a chapel during the war. This truly unique property must be viewed internally to fully appreciate its character, charm, and immaculate presentation. Lovingly modernised from top to bottom over the past three years, it offers a flexible layout suited to families, professionals working from home, couples, and those seeking a home close to local amenities. It would also make a fantastic lock up and leave bolt hole or holiday retreat.

Step inside through the impressively spacious boot room, cloakroom, and utility area perfect for shedding muddy boots after a long walk, drying off pets, or unloading the weekly shop. Conveniently, it is accessed via a pedestrian door from the garage, allowing you to stay dry on rainy days. A door from the utility area leads into the beautifully designed kitchen.

The Wren kitchen, in an elegant two tone green and cream, wraps around a central island incorporating a breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, fridge, and freezer, with space for a range style cooker. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen is the dining area and snug, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining.

The dining room features a striking stained glass window and a charming faux fireplace, adding to the home s character. The warmth and charm continue into the sitting room, where a feature fireplace and a galleried landing overlook the snug below. True to its name, the snug is made wonderfully cosy by a multi fuel stove, perfect for winter evenings. A discreet door at the rear of the snug reveals a useful storeroom.

A staircase from the kitchen leads up to four beautifully presented bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed and full of character. The family bathroom is equally impressive, featuring a luxurious slipper bath, a separate shower, a WC, and a circular washbasin set atop a charming wooden cabinet, adding warmth and character to the space.

Drybrook is a charming village nestled in the heart of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, offering a strong sense of community and an excellent range of amenities. It has everything needed for day to day living, including a convenience store, a fish and chip shop, a hairdresser s, a doctor s surgery, a primary school, a welcoming village pub, and an active rugby club. For those who love the outdoors, beautiful woodland walks are right on the doorstep, making it an ideal location for families and nature enthusiasts alike. Its convenience also makes it well suited to those without a car, as everything is within easy reach. Additionally, the nearby market town of Ross on Wye provides a larger selection of shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Drybrook enjoys excellent transport links, with the A40 and A48 providing easy access to Gloucester around 14 miles , Cheltenham approximately 20 miles , and Bristol just over 40 miles . The village is also well connected to train stations in Lydney, Gloucester, and Chepstow, offering rail links to major cities. The wider Forest of Dean is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with miles of scenic walking and cycling trails, family attractions like Perrygrove Railway and Go Ape, and picturesque spots such as Beechenhurst. Dotted with cosy caf s, traditional pubs, and historic sites, the area offers something for all ages, making Drybrook a wonderful place to call home.

Outside The garden has not been overlooked when it comes to upgrades. The stone walled garden remains low maintenance and features a well kept lawn, which has been extended over the original hardstanding area that once accommodated a single vehicle. This could be reinstated if desired. The garden enjoys privacy from the road, thanks to the high wall and established foliage, and two gates at either end provide access to the pavement. At the rear of the property, there is a garage large enough to park a modern car inside.

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