Brains Green, Blakeney

A RARE AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to acquire A FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE (formerly a pair of two bedroom semi-detached cottages) with PLANNING PERMISSION IN PLACE TO EXTEND, set in GROUNDS OF JUST UNDER AN ACRE with STABLE YARD and PASTURE PADDOCK, ideally LOCATED ALONG A QUIET COUNTRY LANE with STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEWS ON THE EDGE OF THE SOUGHT AFTER VILLAGE OF BLAKENEY.

Crookham Cottage is an ideal smallholding/equestrian property that has been securely fenced for the safekeeping of dogs, goats, chickens, horses etc. There is a gated access to the parking area and stable yard with a track from here leading down to the paddock for ease of access. Miles of open Forest hacking can be accessed within a 5 minute walk from the property.


The heating is provided by two log burners, three rooms are fitted with electric heaters. There is a septic tank that was recently inspected.

Agents Note - Building work commenced in 2023 to convert to a 4 bed house. P1784/20/FUL

Blakeney - Blakeney is a village located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire. It is situated about 15 miles (24.4 kms) from the cathedral city of Gloucester and it lies on the western bank of the River Severn. It is surrounded by woodlands and is part of the Gloucestershire Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

Historically, Blakeney had a coal mining heritage, and remnants of the industry can still be seen in the landscape. The village features a mix of architectural styles, including traditional stone cottages and more modern houses.

Blakeney's location provides residents and visitors ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, cycling, and exploring the woodland trails. Nearby attractions at the Dean Heritage Centre and Clearwell Caves, offer insights into the local history and geology. Or take in the sights on a train trip from the Dean Forest Railway.

With a range of amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, village shop, garden machine repair business and a pub, it offers an idyllic place to enjoy the natural surroundings and embrace a slower pace of life.

Directions - What3Words- ///hawks.lightly.prowl

Services - Mains water, electricity. Septic tank. Solid fuel & electric heating.

Water Rates - Severn Trent

Local Authority - Council Tax Band: E
Forest of Dean District Council, Council Offices, High Street, Coleford, Glos. GL16 8HG.

Tenure - Freehold

Property Surveys - Qualified Chartered Surveyors (with over 20 years experience) available to undertake surveys (to include Mortgage Surveys/RICS Housebuyers Reports/Full Structural Surveys).