4 bed house for sale in Popes Hill, Newnham, GL14

Dating back to the 17th century, this detached period cottage enjoys an elevated position with far-reaching views across the Severn Vale towards the Cotswolds, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a character home in a secluded countryside setting.

Set within a generous plot, the property can be enjoyed immediately while also offering exciting scope to enhance and personalise the accommodation over time, with potential for sympathetic modernisation, extension or redevelopment (subject to the necessary planning permissions). The versatile layout includes a principal suite and a fourth bedroom with its own external access, making it well suited to a self-contained annexe, home office or studio.

Externally, the property is complemented by extensive gardens, ample off-road driveway parking, together with both a double and single garage, creating an exceptional setting for those seeking space, flexibility and a peaceful rural lifestyle.

Location:

Popes Hill is a desirable rural hamlet located within the Forest of Dean district in Gloucestershire. Positioned between the market towns of Cinderford and Newnham-on-Severn, it offers an elevated setting with far-reaching views across the Severn Vale and towards the Cotswold Hills.

Known for its peaceful atmosphere, scenic walking routes, and proximity to woodland and open countryside, Popes Hill provides an appealing mix of seclusion and connectivity. The area attracts homeowners seeking a tranquil lifestyle as well as developers drawn to the location's natural beauty and growing demand for countryside living.

While enjoying a rural setting, Popes Hill benefits from convenient access to key transport links, including the A48, which connects to Gloucester, Chepstow, and the M5/M4 corridors. Rail connections are available from Gloucester and Lydney, offering routes to Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, and London.

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Local amenities, schools, and services are accessible in nearby villages and towns, with more comprehensive facilities available in Gloucester, approximately 25 minutes by car.

Vendors solicitor contact details: Jordan Oakes, Knights, 1 King Court Business Park, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1JR

Auction fees: Buyers premium: 3% plus VAT (Minimum £6,000 plus VAT) Deposit: 10% of sale price (payable at the end of the auction)

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Auction end date and time: Tuesday 11th August 2026

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Sitting Room22' 1" x 21' 9" (6.73m x 6.63m)

Dining Room9' 4" x 9' 0" (2.84m x 2.74m)

Kitchen12' 4" x 8' 1" (3.77m x 2.47m)

Drawing Room22' 7" x 11' 5" (6.88m x 3.47m)

Bedroom 122' 4" x 12' 4" (6.80m x 3.77m)

Bedroom 212' 4" x 8' 2" (3.77m x 2.49m)

Bedroom 310' 10" x 8' 7" (3.30m x 2.61m)

Office/Sitting Area22' 7" x 11' 10" (6.88m x 3.61m)

Private Garden
Summerhouse - 2.77m x 1.80m Store - 3.76m x 2.27m Greenhouse - 5.80m x 4.30m

Garage
5.69m x 3.03m

Garage
5.69m x 5.35m