Savignac Cottage

Perched on a hillside overlooking ancient woodland, this beautifully balanced and versatile modern country home seamlessly blends contemporary comfort with timeless cottage charm. Inside, the four-bedroom property features a plethora of delightful details, such as a grand log-burning stove within the main sitting room, while an Aga takes centre stage in the shaker-style dining kitchen.

Outside, the grounds - which are circa three-quarters of an acre* - include a mixed orchard and excellent outbuildings, including a garage/workshop and an insulated garden office.

Location

Camomile Green is continuous with the well-appointed village of Lydbrook, which offers a primary school - rated 'Good' by Ofsted – plus three reputable pubs, a post office, a convenience store, a health centre, a hairdresser's, an Indian takeaway and an award-winning fish and chip shop. The setting gives magnificent views from its high slopes.

It lies on the north-west edge of the Royal Forest of Dean - an area which offers 24,000 acres of glorious countryside and presents an ideal landscape for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Lydbrook also straddles the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The River Wye is a short stroll away, and a picnic site at Lower Lydbrook offers canoe launches and scenic riverside walks.

It is worth noting that the Old Black Bridge footpath – which leads over the River Wye and connects Lydbrook to Welsh Bicknor - is part of the 136-mile Wye Valley Walk, used by some 20,000 walkers annually. During the summer, canoeists stop here between Ross-on-Wye/Kerne Bridge and Symonds Yat, along with wild swimmers who enjoy the cool, shallow waters found at this spot.

The Home at a Glance

A pergola archway, which supports a labyrinth of climbing roses, jasmine and climbing clematis, extends from the driveway towards the home, setting an enchanting scene. The main entrance opens into a generously proportioned reception hall, where a soft, neutral Farrow & Ball grey palette - echoed throughout the home - creates a calm and sophisticated atmosphere, perfectly offset by the warmth of the solid oak floor, which continues throughout the ground floor.

To the right-hand side lies a generously proportioned sitting room, enjoying a delightful outlook over the front garden. This bright, dual-aspect space is bathed in natural light from a sash window and a set of French doors. At its heart is a traditional log-burning stove, set within an impressive inset fireplace and resting on a painted forest stone hearth.

Next door lies a beautifully presented dining kitchen, showcasing hand-painted Shaker-style units with composite stone worktops flecked with copper pieces to match the door furniture and the taps. An oil-fired Aga, which provides full cooking facilities and heats the hot water, sits at the heart of the kitchen, alongside a conventional fan oven and induction hob for modern convenience. A 1+½ Butler ceramic sink with a copper-plated mixer tap sits beneath a sash window, while integrated appliances include a fridge-freezer and dishwasher.

Although the kitchen comfortably accommodates a dining table and chairs, the adjoining garden room offers a superb alternative for formal dining. This impressive, dual-aspect area is beautifully bright and includes two sets of Velux windows.

The ground floor also features a versatile additional room, currently used as an office but previously configured as a fourth bedroom, offering flexible accommodation. Its proximity to the cloakroom makes it particularly well-suited for less mobile family members. The cloakroom is fitted with a WC and wash basin and discreetly incorporates a concealed utility area with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms, led by the principal suite, which enjoys two sash windows framing views across the neighbouring ancient woodland. This impressive room is further enhanced by a private en-suite shower room, fitted with a contemporary three-piece suite and a sun tunnel that draws in additional natural light.

The remaining two bedrooms, both overlooking the rear garden through sash windows, offer flexible accommodation, with one comfortably accommodating a double bed and the other ideal as a single or study. Serving these rooms is the family bathroom, which is fitted with a bath, a step-in dual-headed shower, a countertop vanity unit, a WC and a heated towel rail.

The Outside Space

The front garden is a particularly charming feature of the property, enriched by a collection of historic cider mill stones that offer a tangible reminder of the area's heritage as a centre of traditional perry production. Complementing this is a thoughtfully designed Zen, oriental-style garden, arranged around a tranquil water feature and a mature flowering cherry tree. Nearby, a patio terrace sits immediately outside the front door, capturing the morning light and providing an ideal spot for enjoying a quiet cup of coffee.

To the rear, the garden gently rises to an elevated vantage point, from which there are far-reaching views across the wooded valley. At the upper boundary, a gate provides direct access into the evocative ancient forest beyond.

Within the grounds lies the cottage's own private orchard, producing an abundant variety of fruit, including apples, pears, plums, figs and cherries. There is also a fenced vegetable garden for growing your own produce, which also provides a selection of soft fruits, including raspberries, black and red currants, and gooseberries.

Several seating areas are positioned throughout the garden to appreciate different perspectives, while a timber deck, located a short distance from the garden room, offers an excellent setting for alfresco dining and entertaining. Directly outside the garden room is a paved patio, which incorporates a stone-built permanent BBQ with ample space for tables and chairs.

The rear garden also accommodates a fully insulated garden office, currently used as a hobby room and fitted with both light and power, making it an ideal space for home working or creative pursuits. Additional outbuildings include a log store, a timber shed used for storing a Cub Cadet tractor (which is available by seperate negotiation) and a useful garden storage shed.

At the front of the property, there are two separate gated driveways: one dedicated to a motorhome and the other for four to five vehicles. Adjacent to this is a substantial single garage, equipped with light and power and benefiting from overhead storage space, adding further practicality to this well-considered home. Outside the garage is a 7 kW EV charging point.

General

Services: Mains LPG central heating (Worcester Bosch Combi boiler housed in a cupboard under the stairs). Heating and hot water are additionally supplemented by the oil-fired Aga (with a separate hot water cylinder within the ensuite shower room). Mains water, electricity and drainage supply. Telephone line and broadband are available. Fully double-glazed uPVC windows throughout.

Local Authority: Forest of Dean District Council. Tax Bad D.

Tenure: Freehold

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*Agent's note: The acreage is an estimate and the information has been provided by the vendor, however we would advise that your solicitor would need to verify this figure.