Listed for £549,950
September 11, 2025
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Location and situation - Located in the picturesque Forest of Dean, Ruardean is a charming village steeped in history and surrounded by breathtaking countryside. Offering a range of local amenities, including a church, garage, primary school, and a fish and chip shop, with the neighbouring village of Drybrook providing additional conveniences such as a doctors' surgery, shop, hairdresser, and pub. For entertainment, the cinema in nearby Cinderford adds to the variety of leisure options, while the market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth offer further shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. The stunning Wye Valley and surrounding woodlands provide endless opportunities for outdoor pursuits, from walking and cycling to wildlife spotting.
The Forest of Dean is a stunning and diverse landscape, offering a unique blend of ancient woodlands, rolling countryside, and charming villages. A haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, it boasts miles of scenic walking and cycling trails, as well as attractions such as Symonds Yat, Puzzlewood, and the Wye Valley. Despite its rural setting, the area is well-connected, Ruardean is approximately 25 miles from Bristol, 20 miles from Cheltenham, 18 miles from Hereford, and just 14 miles from Gloucester, making it an ideal location for those seeking both countryside living and easy access to major towns and cities.
Outside - Every inch of this beautifully landscaped garden has been thoughtfully designed, ensuring even the most unusual or challenging spaces are put to purposeful use. Tiered gardens of this quality, presented and maintained with such care, are a rarity. At the garden's entrance, a gated courtyard welcomes you, with stone steps leading to first floor deck, as previously mentioned. From here and passing a cascading water feature the garden ascends to a lawn, flower beds and summer house, offering a tranquil retreat at the top, where spectacular views stretch towards Drybrook, with a glimpse of The Malverns to the left.
The garden is richly planted throughout, with Wisteria climbing over a wooden arch, honeysuckle, clematis, and two grapevines, one for producing wine, the other for eating. An array of fruiting trees, including apple and crab apple, adds seasonal interest, while abundant lavender and other flowering plants fill the air with a delightful fragrance. Mature trees provide both beauty and privacy from neighbouring properties, and a greenhouse offers the perfect opportunity to grow your own produce.
To the front of the property there is a paved area where a small car can be parked with the gates left open, whilst the current owners prefer to use their designated parking space to the rear; please contact the agents for details of further off-road parking opportunities.
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