Built in the mid 1800's Bury Bar House sits proudly at the top of Bury Bar Lane in Newent. This splendid Victorian detached house offers a remarkable blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. Spanning an impressive 2,972 square feet, this spacious residence is perfect for families seeking both room to grow and a touch of classic character.
The property boasts two inviting reception rooms, ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet family evenings. With six generously sized double bedrooms, there is ample space for everyone, whether for restful nights or productive home office setups. The two well-appointed bathrooms ensure convenience for all residents and visitors alike.
One of the standout features of this home is the grounds which approach one quarter of acre and provide a lovely setting for relaxation and recreation, making it a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In addition there is extensive parking available across two driveways and a detached garage, a rare find that adds to the property's appeal.
Stone steps lead to a solid wood, four panelled front door with moulded architrave and semi-circular fan light. A metal hipped porch with scallop eaves provides cover from the elements. Leading through to the spacious entrance hall with stripped oak doors to the two reception rooms and boot room.
The spacious living room enjoys dual aspect views over the front of the property and gardens. French doors lead outside to the side garden. A fireplace with decorative wooden surround and inset gas fireplace creates a lovely focal point to the room.
To the left of the entrance hall is the second reception room which is flooded with natural light through the large, semi-circular headed windows overlooking the front and side aspect. A timber beam spans the width of the room and an attractive cast-iron fireplace with wooden surround and tiled mantle is positioned centrally.
The rear lobby gains access to a practical storage cupboard, the rear garden and kitchen.
The cream, solid wood country kitchen wraps around the room with space for a large dining table in the centre for the family to gather. There are a range of wall and base mounted units and ample preparation space on the marble worktops. There are a range of integrated appliances to include a Rangemaster oven with five-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. A stainless-steel sink with mixer taps sits beneath a window which overlooks the rear garden. A glazed door opens on to the rear patio area which is the perfect spot for alfresco dining.
A practical utility room is accessed off the kitchen and boasts a range of wall and base mounted units with oak worktops. There is a sink unit with mixer taps and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A door leads through to a cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin and a boiler cupboard with additional space for storage.
Accessed via the kitchen, the carpeted space benefits from power and light and is currently used as a games room. An additional staircase leads you out to the garden.
A wooden staircase leads to the first floor of the home via a large picture window overlooking the front aspect. Doors lead off to two bedrooms and the family bathroom.
The large room boasts dual aspect semi-circular headed windows over the front and side. There is ample space for furniture and clothes can be stored away in the walk-in wardrobe fitted with shelves and rails.
A door from the bedroom leads to the part-tiled bathroom with roll top bath, corner shower enclosure with electric shower, wash hand basin and WC with Jack and Jill doors to the landing. A sash window overlooks the rear aspect.
Double bedroom with window to front aspect.
A roll top bath with claw feet is positioned beneath a sash window overlooking the rear aspect. The traditional white suite comprises a large vanity unit with double sinks and storage cupboards, WC and walk-in double shower cubicle with electric shower. There is also access to a useful airing cupboard.
Leading up the staircase to the second-floor landing with window overlooking the front aspect and access to a cloakroom with WC.
Double bedroom with dormer window to front aspect.
Double bedroom with dormer window to the front aspect
Double bedroom with dormer window to the rear aspect. A wash hand basin is situated in the corner of the room.
Double bedroom with dormer window to the rear aspect.
Gated access at the front of the property leads into a gravelled parking area. The enclosed gardens offer privacy and tranquillity and are well stocked with mature trees, shrubs and plants. There is an expanse of lawn, suntrap patio area off the kitchen and a handy brick built garden store. There is an area for the resident chickens and steps lead down to a large garage which can be accessed vehicularly off the Drovers Way lane and has an electric up and over door, power, lighting and ample storage. The total plot is approaching one quarter of an acre.
Newent originally called Noent is a small market town about 8 miles north west of Gloucester, on the northern edge of the Forest of Dean. The town includes a half-timbered market house, plus other houses of historical nature and Newent Lake a large picturesque lake in the centre of the town, originally part of the Newent Court Estate is the 'jewel of the town'. The town is served by three schools, all within the town, a doctors surgery and dentist, Sports & Leisure Centre and various churches of different denominations. With excellent motorway links to the M50 & M5.
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax band: F
Local Authority: Forest of Dean District Council (£3239.57 2025/26)
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Gas
Listing: Grade II Listed. Details provided on request.
Broadband speed: Basic 17 Mbps, Superfast 80 Mbps, Ultrafast 10000 Mbps
Mobile phone coverage: EE, Vodafone, Three, O2
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