Main House

Ground Floor

The property offers two entrances, enhancing both practicality and character.

A traditional entrance leads into an entrance hall, while a second access opens into a highly functional boot room / utility room, complete with sink. Space for both a washing machine and a separate dryer— ideal for country and equestrian life.

A cloakroom with WC and wash basin is conveniently located nearby.

The home flows into a welcoming kitchen / dining room (3.3m x 6.4m), forming the heart of the property and ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.  From here, French doors lead into the conservatory, creating a seamless flow of light and space.

The lounge (7m x 3.5m) is a generously proportioned reception room, centred around a feature fireplace with wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting focal point. The space combines comfort with flexibility in its use.

The overall layout is thoughtfully arranged, offering a natural flow between spaces while retaining a sense of structure and separation where needed.

The impressive conservatory (6.5m x 5.3m) provides an additional reception area with views over the garden, and features a further set of French doors opening onto the grounds, enhancing indoor-outdoor living.

First Floor

A generous landing  provides access to the first-floor accommodation.

The principal bedroom is a peaceful and characterful retreat, enjoying a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and attractive outlooks over the grounds and countryside. It is complemented by a private ensuite shower room with WC.

The family bathroom is particularly appealing, fitted with a freestanding roll-top bath with claw feet, adding a classic and elegant touch.

Further accommodation includes:

• A versatile smaller room, ideal as a home office, nursery, or single bedroom
• Two additional double bedrooms, both well-proportioned and suitable for family or guest use

In total, the property offers four bedrooms, including the principal suite.

Additional Buildings

• Garage (3.7m x 5.5m) – complete with lighting and sockets

Gardens & Grounds

The property extends to approximately 3.25 acres, comprising a balanced mix of lawned gardens, mature trees, and paddocks.

The grounds combine visual appeal with practicality, providing privacy, usable space, and an exceptional setting for outdoor living. At the heart of the property lies the all-weather ménage, an essential feature for the serious equestrian. Further enhancing the offering, additional land and stabling may be available to rent from a neighbouring property, subject to agreement.

Equestrian Facilities

The equestrian facilities are a defining feature of the property, offering an exceptional setup for both leisure and professional riders.

Facilities include:

• A well-maintained all-weather ménage
• Planning permission for floodlights
• A substantial timber stable block with multiple loose boxes / stables with plenty of scope to add more
• Practical yard with hardstanding
• Space for tack, feed, and equipment storage
• Paddock land suitable for turnout and grazing

The property is positioned next door to the legendary AM Dressage, a rare advantage that will immediately appeal to knowledgeable equestrian buyers.

Further enhancing the setup, there is access to neighbouring gallops by arrangement with the owner, as well as miles of off-road hacking including woodland routes, providing excellent variety for schooling, fitness work, and leisure riding.  There  is a public footpath across the back part of the land.

Location

Wishing Well Cottage enjoys a highly desirable rural position within the Forest of Dean, combining peace and privacy with good access to everyday amenities.

Nearby schooling includes:

• Forest View Primary School
• Steam Mills Primary School
• St White’s Primary School
• The Forest High School

A range of shops and services can be found in nearby centres, while larger destinations such as Gloucester and Cheltenham are accessible for more extensive amenities and connections.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Services: Mains electricity and water, private septic tank

EPC – to follow

A Rare Opportunity

Wishing Well Cottage sits within a community of equestrians, surrounded by idyllic countryside.  Race yards up the road and dressage professionals next door.