USD 777,644

An attractive attached Grade II listed stone fronted house located in the heart of Grosmont, a pretty and thriving village located equidistant between Abergavenny, Hereford and Monmouth. Grosmont is situated on the English/Welsh border between the Brecon Beacon National Park (Bannau Brycheiniog) and the picturesque Wye Valley. This interesting, double fronted historic house is believed to date from the 17th /18th Century and offers superb accommodation with an annexe and parking. Overview An attractive stone village Grade II Listed house located in a central position within walking distance of a local village pub, post office and convenience store. The village of Grosmont is known for its pretty outlook, thriving community and historic castle and church. The views from the village are quite breathtaking and walks through open countryside are a short distance from the house. Castle House offers a spacious home with a separate self contained annexe and workshop, all with much character and a wealth of features including exposed timbers, sash windows and ornate fireplaces. Ground Floor Believed to date from the 17th/18th century and extensively remodelled in the 19th century, the house offers well proportioned rooms, the accommodation briefly comprising : Central hallway which provides access to the principal ground floor rooms, which include sitting room with large square bay window, dining room, kitchen which is fitted with a comprehensive range of country style base and wall cupboards. There is a useful large utility room adjoining the kitchen which has access to the rear courtyard. A W.C, cloakroom and study complete the ground floor accommodation of the main house. First Floor To the first floor are four bedrooms and family bathroom. In addition, there is further shower room and separate W.C which serves the annexe, which comprises a sitting and bedroom on the first floor, with steps that descend to the ground floor kitchen and dining area, which has its own external door. The flexible layout of the house would suit a buyer looking for a spacious home with additional space for guests and/or extended family or the potential of ancillary income, subject to any necessary consents. Outside The front gravelled courtyard is enclosed by ornate wrought iron railings with pedestrian gate and path to the front door. To the rear is an enclosed courtyard with steps up to a pretty, mature garden with well tended lawns interspersed with flower beds and enclosed by hedges. There are several seating areas with space for outdoor furniture and a brick built pergola. From the rear are superb views towards open countryside, the village church spire and historic castle turret can be seen from the garden, a reminder of the village’s history. To the far corner of the garden is a large workshop which has been used as an artist’s studio and offers the potential of a work from home or hobby space. A rear carport provides parking for the house, further on road parking can be found in the village centre, a few steps away. Although located in the centre of the village, the courtyard and gardens are very private. Location Grosmont village has a regular market, local shop/post office, tearoom and public house which partakes as a regular venue of live music. In the centre of the village are the remains of the Norman castle. The property is located approximately 12 miles from Abergavenny, 14 miles from the city of Hereford and 12 miles from Monmouth, all of which have a wide range of amenities including shops, banks, schools, library, supermarkets, doctors, dentists, cafes and restaurants. Abergavenny has a theatre, cinema and leisure centre with swimming pool. There are mainline railway stations in Abergavenny and Hereford and access to main roads and motorways for commuting via the A40/A449 from both Abergavenny and Monmouth and via Hereford and the A465. Tenure Freehold. Agent's Note Potential purchasers should be aware of the existence of a flying freehold connected to this property. Please enquire with the agent for further details. Services The property benefits from an oil fired central heating system, electric, water and drainage. Energy Performance Certificate To view the full EPC please visit: https:// find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council Council Tax Band H. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Garden

5 bd

Abergavenny

USD 951,836

A stone barn converted to a dwelling circa 2008 designed with much thought to preserve the privacy and tranquility commensurate with this beautiful semi rural location. The barn offers a stunning home with much character and many features complemented by circa 2.4 acres of garden and grounds with the most beautiful views. Overview A fine example of a stone former barn, converted to a dwelling circa 2008, positioned amidst a small cluster of 3 properties which once comprised a farmhouse and agricultural buildings. The barn is located in a semi rural setting with glorious unspoilt countryside views circa 10 miles from Abergavenny, between the historic village of Grosmont and the pretty village of Cross Ash with its well regarded primary school. Thoughtfully designed to ensure the privacy of the barn is maintained and set in circa 2.4 acres of gardens and grounds oriented make the most of the sun on the private side of the house. Ground Floor The barn has much character throughout with many features including interesting exposed timbers, flagstone floors and oak joinery. The barn has been carefully designed to maximise space and light and create a home with a wealth of features combined with the requirements of modern day living. Enter through a painted wooden door into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and a useful cloakroom/W.C. The spacious sitting room, with wood burning stove mounted on a stone plinth, is generous in size and has double doors opening onto the stone terrace with views across the gardens and fields. From the sitting room is a door to the spare room, a versatile room which could be used as a study or reading room. Again, this room has double doors to the outside enjoying not only the beautiful views but privacy and tranquility. ... On the opposite side of the entrance hall is the open plan kitchen/dining room with ample space for a farmhouse style dining table and chairs. The kitchen is comprehensively fitted with a range of wood fronted cupboards, wooden work surfaces, integrated appliances and an island unit with inset hob and cuboards/wine rack below. From the kitchen is a door to a useful utility/boot room with stable door to outside. First Floor Stairs rise to the first floor, which has high ceilings throughout giving the rooms a spacious and airy feel. There are two double bedrooms served by a traditional family bathroom and substantially sized principal bedroom, a wonderful room rich with features including exposed timber beams together with practical features including extensive built in storage and en suite shower room. Outside A private driveway, bordered by post and rail fencing, is entered via a wooden gate accessed off a country lane. The level gardens adjoin a stone flagged terrace adjacent to the property, ideal for enjoying the peace and tranquility and admiring the views. The gardens are predominately laid to lawn with a variety of specimen trees, beyond the lawns are gounds with two natural ponds and wild flowers. Within the grounds is a substantial and useful studio/office which has an electricity supply and high speed internet cabling. There is a courtyard to south easterly aspect of the property enclosed by a low level wall with an outlook to the neighbouring properties. The gardens and grounds to the rear of the barn provide much privacy as well as enjoying the most stunning views across open countryside towards the mountains beyond. Location The property is located between the pretty village of Cross Ash with its well regarded primary school and the village of Grosmont which is close to the English/Welsh border between Herefordshire and Monmouthshire. Within a few miles is the village of Llangattock Lingoed which boasts the The Hunters Moon. Grosmont is a village with a strong sense of community and still retains a local shop/post office and a public house and in the centre are the remains of a Norman castle. Grosmont is approximately 11 miles from Abergavenny, 14 miles from the City of Hereford and 11 miles from Monmouth, all of which offer a wide range of amenities. Cross Ash, aside from the primary school, has a restaurant within a few miles of the village centre and is well placed for walks through open countryside and to visit local landmarks and amenities. ... In Llanvihangel Crucorney, there is a petrol station and village shop together with access to the A465 to Hereford and Abergavenny. The A40/A449 gives access from both Abergavenny and Monmouth to to the M4/M5 and M50 motorway networks. There are mainline railway stations in Abergavenny, Hereford and Cardiff. London Paddington can be reached in fewer than 3 hours by train from Abergavenny. Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council. Council Tax Band G. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Energy Performance Certificate Rating: C To view the full EPC please visit: https:// find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Tenure Freehold. Services Mains electricity and mains water. Private drainage via domestic sewerage plant shared with three other properties. Oil fired central heating system, part of which is underfloor heating. Broadband: Standard and ultrafast broadband available subject to providers terms and conditions. Please make your own enquiries via: https:// ... openreach.com/fibre-broadband Mobile: EE, Three, 02 and Vodafone (outdoor only). Please make your own enquiries via: https:// checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage Covenants Title Number - CYM342111. There is a clause within the title which relates to the domestic sewage treatment plant located close to the gate at Steppes Barn, which serves all 4 properties in the immediate cluster. The covenant refers to the compulsory requirements for the three neighbouring properties to make financial contributions towards the upkeep and maintenance costs of the treatment plan. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including rights of way, easements and proposed wayleaves. Please check with the Highways Department at the local County Council for the exact location of public footpaths/bridleways. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Garden

4 bd

Abergavenny

USD 846,076

Standing in grounds of approximately 0.39 of an acre, this bespoke country cottage, located in this area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), was designed by local architect Paul Brice in Monmouth, and built in 2018 by Monmouthshire builder Gee Gonzalez. The finish and design have been executed to a high standard, with all stonework excavated from site and re-used Welsh slate roof tiles which make the cottage appear if it has stood on the site for many years. A major benefit for this property is the additional detached 'Captain Hook's Cottage' within the garden, which is currently used as a home office but has the potential to be a music room, Granny annexe, teenager's annexe, etc, (all subject to obtaining the necessary Planning approval/consents). The cottage mainly has a south facing aspect, so benefitting from the sun all day (when it's out) and from approximately 9 am on the private and secluded western side. The main living accommodation is on the upper floor, with doors opening onto a glass panelled veranda, to take full advantage of the magnificent unobstructed view to the west over the Welsh hills. The vendor advises that, on a clear day (and clear evening), the TV masts at St Hilary and Wenvoe (west of Cardiff) are visible, giving magnificent 50km unrestricted countryside views from the living room veranda. On the other side of the adjacent B4293 road, there is a beautiful extensive wooded area known as 'Crumbland' wood, which is open to the public and provides a beautiful range of countryside walks and cycle tracks quite literally 'across the road'. There are a plethora of wild bird varieties in Crumbland, and the colours of the trees in Autumn are stunning. The property has also been built on a long-established deer crossing, so it is not unusual to see deer crossing the adjacent fields to access Crumbland woods and beyond. Windmill Breast Cottage has been constructed in an elevated position, set well back from the road and is approached by a long sweeping gravel driveway with automatic driveway lights and double wooden bar gates, leading to an ample parking turning area. The gardens have been laid mainly to lawn and there are established hedgerows, a mature woodland screen on the north boundary, an established tree at the entrance gate, several trees, and an orchard of 11 special miniature fruit trees planted on the roundabout on the driveway. There is also a large ancient Yew Tree with a TPO in the garden which has been trimmed by tree surgeons. Being built to exacting standards, Windmill Breast Cottage benefits from exposed oak beams, oak flooring, modern double glazing and insulation, and premium electrical lighting fixtures and wall sockets. The property is heated by an air-source heat pump through underfloor heating and underfloor heating also extends into the link section and garage. Windmill Breast Cottage has a single upper floor (approximately 9m x 5m) with modern 'Oxford blue' fitted kitchen with 'discrete' kitchen appliances such as a modern extractor fan which is raised at the touch of a button from the black marble worktop, integral fridge, freezer and dishwasher. The ample plug sockets are fitted in concealed rotating black fixtures on the marble worktop along with copious large mirrored splash-backs giving the feeling of greater space. There is also a large fitted electric hot plate, modern cooker, and a fitted microwave. The kitchen leads through to the open living area which is further complemented by an unusual double glass-doored 4kw Dovre Zen log burner installed at a raised level and some beautiful exposed structural pegged oak beams. The log burner can be viewed through the glass doors from both sides, providing an attractive focal point and providing a cosy atmosphere in the winter months. Outside - A simple bespoke open oak staircase leads to the lower floor and on to the master bedroom, a fully tiled wet shower room and a second bedroom which is currently being used as a bathroom with a striking slipper bath with freestanding shower/tap. The bathroom was specifically installed such that it can be returned to use as a bedroom with minimum effort and cost. The main shower room has a wall-hung wc and bidet and a feature oak and mirror-louvered wall divider. It is tiled throughout and has a walk-in wet room with a modern dual-function cascade shower. The cottage is linked to the garage block by a large, bright, open-plan dining room with a vaulted ceiling and oak beams providing a large dining area for entertaining. It has underfloor heating and full width folding patio doors to rear secluded BBQ area which has a garden shed and a built-in BBQ. Due to the stringent planning restrictions on property size in this AONB, one of the garages was constructed as an additional bedroom with en-suite bedroom during construction, so it is not a converted 'after-thought' design. The en-suite has a wall-hung modern WC and washbasin, and a full-sized wet room style shower. The garage has underfloor heating with all of the major hot water and heating utilities neatly fitted into the garage attic space where there is also ample storage space. Captain Hook's Cottage was a derelict ancient Shepherds cottage on the site which could not be occupied due to its proximity to the ancient Yew Tree with a TPO. However, it was possible to renovate the cottage with some restrictions to make a beautiful cottage which is currently used as a home office with a mezzanine floor and two discrete Velux style windows. Captain Hook's Cottage is unchanged on the outside but pretty, fresh, and light on the inside, very well insulated, double glazed and has been rewired. There is currently electricity to Captain Hook's Cottage but no sewage connection. However, connecting all of the other utilities whilst complying with the restrictions of the TPO would be possible. Windmill Breast Cottage provides an ultra-modern country cottage with stunning views in a beautiful elevated location, providing an outstanding isolated living environment, whilst Captain Hook's Cottage provides the opportunity to run a business from home from a unique, quaint cottage with lots of parking, which is close to, but completely independent from, the main living area. The property is convenient for the M4, M5, M50, Bristol, Cardiff, and Gloucester, as well as Bristol Airport and Bristol, Chepstow, and Severn Tunnel mainline rail stations. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garden

3 bd

Tintern Parva

USD 976,721

This superbly presented converted barn sits in a semi-rural setting, in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', on the outskirts of the popular village of St Arvans, within a small exclusive development of similar properties. Reached via a private road providing sole access to this barn development, giving a peaceful and tranquil setting with no vehicular through road and associated noise. The property has been sympathetically and thoughtfully converted in 2000 and exudes style and character with exposed brickwork, original exposed oak beams, painted floorboards, 'Aga'. This spacious unique family home provides just over 2,000sqft of light and airy accommodation comprising reception hall, cloakroom, separate dining room, character sitting room with inglenook fireplace set in a brick feature wall, 23ft kitchen/breakfast room, rear hall, utility room, living room/snug/study/office, principal bedroom suite with a luxury en-suite bathroom, two further bedrooms and shower room. The scenic approach is via a long country lane with farmland on your right and Oakgrove Stud on your left, leading onto a lovely landscaped courtyard which is included in the Freehold title, leading to a cobblestone/chipping parking area, providing parking for just one neighbour, and for two cars in front of the attached garage for The Stables. There is additional parking, solely for The Stables, for two further cars alongside the shared driveway that leads into the courtyard. The beautiful established mature cottage gardens, which provide a lovely sun trap, were largely designed by well-renowned multiple Chelsea gold medal winner gardener, Peter Dowle. Planning permission was renewed 28th September 2016 for remodelling of existing dwelling comprising loft conversion providing 2 large double bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, with rooflights and first floor window. Application number: DC/2016/00929. Renewal of application number: DC/2011/00623, dated 10th August 2011. This planning was activated by the installation of sky lights, recorded by the local Planning Officer. The village and community of St Arvans is located approximately 2 miles from Chepstow and the M48 motorway network making it ideal for those needing to commute to Bristol, Newport or Cardiff. Bristol Parkway is approximately 15 miles away with a fast London train service taking approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. Locally, there is a public house, Little Trees Nursery, village shop, active village hall (hosting film nights and local plays), village meeting rooms for hire, saddlery shop and Chepstow Racecourse is a short distance away. There are also local bus services to Chepstow and Monmouth as well as the Haberdashers schools in Monmouth and The Dell Primary School in Chepstow. Being situated on the edge of the magnificent Wye Valley, those wishing to pursue a variety of outdoor pursuits such as climbing, caving, canoeing, walking, hiking, riding, cycling, etc, are spoilt for choice. RECEPTION HALL - 5.33m x 2.77m - Double glazed front entrance door with glazed side panels lead into this light and airy reception hall. Feature, painted partly-exposed brick wall. White-painted floorboards. Wall light points. Doors to all ground floor rooms and an oak lined arch to the dining room. CLOAKROOM - White suite with large wash hand basin and low level wc. Part-tiled walls and matching travertine floor tiles. Wall light point and extractor fan. DINING ROOM - 3.66m x 3.56m - Two double glazed front windows with slate windowsills. Attractive white-painted floorboards. Recessed downlighters. Pair of oak latch and brace doors lead through to:- CHARACTER SITTING ROOM - 5.79m x 5.72m - This striking well-proportioned room with high ceilings showcases the exposed old A-framing of the original building. Feature exposed brick wall incorporating the inglenook fireplace with oak beam over a raised brick hearth and a glass-fronted wood-burner. White painted floorboards. Recessed downlighters. Wall light points. Double glazed window and double casement doors leading out to the front garden. Pair of casement doors to:- REAR HALL - 2.90m x 2.44m - Double glazed double casement doors with cat flap to the rear courtyard garden. Tiled floor. Latch and brace oak door to utility room and to:- KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM - 7.14m x 3.76m - The kitchen area is extensively fitted with a range of quality painted light-grey coloured units with 'Calacatta Bianco' quartz worktops incorporating a Belfast-style sink with mixer taps over. Floor cupboards and drawers together with recess and plumbing for dishwasher. Peninsular island with 'Calacatta Bianca' quartz worktop. Tiled recess with oak beam over a dark blue electric on/off controlled four-oven aga with warmer. Slate floor throughout. Recessed downlighters. From the breakfast area there are double-glazed double casement doors out to the rear garden. Double glazed rear window and door to boiler room with oil-fired boiler for heating and domestic hot water. Recess with fitted pantry. Door to reception hall. UTILITY ROOM - 2.90m x 2.44m - Range of full height built-in store cupboards and space for upright fridge. Long hardwood worktop incorporating a white enamel single drainer sink with mixer taps and with cupboards beneath together with recess and plumbing for automatic washing machine and tumble dryer. Slate tiled floor. Double glazed rear window. Downlighters. LIVING ROOM / SNUG / STUDY / OFFICE - 4.88m x 4.17m - This well-proportioned room has a vaulted ceiling featuring exposed oak beams. Wall recessed with provision for a flat screen tv. Double glazed windows in two elevations. White painted floorboards. Stairs off to a mezzanine level/bedroom three. PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE - Comprising:- BEDROOM ONE - 5.49m x 4.70m - Windows to side and double casement doors to the rear garden sitting area. White painted floorboards. Recessed downlighters. Linen cupboard and a range of full height fitted wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. Door to:- LUXURY WETROOM/BATHROOM - Slate tiled floor and matching part-tiled walls. White 'Duravit' suite comprising enclosed bath with mixer taps, vanity unit with counter-top wash basin with mixer taps and wall-hung low-level wc. Large walk-in shower with glazed screen. Recessed downlighters. Chrome plated ladder towel rail/radiator. INNER LOBBY - Double-glazed window. Tiled floor. BEDROOM TWO - 3.58m x 2.90m - White painted floorboards. Recess with built-in wardrobe. Wall light points. Double glazed window. Part-glazed door to the front garden. SHOWER ROOM - Vanity unit with slate counter-top circular wash basin and mixer taps, low level wc, fully tiled shower cubicle with pivot door. Electric shaver point. Recessed downlighters. Flagstone flooring. On the First Floor: - The only portion of the property with an upper level is off the living room/snug via a staircase to:- BEDROOM THREE - 3.99m x 2.51m - Between the purlins with attractive sloping ceilings. Eaves storage. Two Velux rooflights. Outside - The property is approached off the shared drive into a most attractive courtyard leading to a cobblestone/chipping parking area for two cars in front of the attached garage which is double height with a pair of timber double doors, light socket and power point. There is additional parking, solely for The Stables, for two further cars alongside the shared driveway that leads into the courtyard. The beautiful established mature cottage gardens were largely designed by well-renowned multiple Chelsea gold medal winner gardener, Peter Dowle. To the front, the garden comprises a shaped lawn with mature hedge borders, with fully stocked shrub beds and a wide flagstone path leading to the front door. To the rear the very private walled gardens have a flagged patio and seating area ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. There are established flower and shrub borders, a lawn, pedestrian gate to the rear and a second seating area at the opposite end of the garden. In the rear garden there is an external power point together with a watering system. There are also outside taps in the front and rear gardens. AGENT'S NOTE: Planning permission was renewed 28th September 2016 for remodelling of existing dwelling comprising loft conversion providing 2 large double bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, with rooflights and first floor window. Application number: DC/2016/00929. Renewal of application number: DC/2011/00623, dated 10th August 2011. Plans available from the agent. Works commenced to preserve the planning consent. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own per...

3 bd

Saint Arvans

USD 1,182,018

Commanding outstanding views over the Monmouthshire countryside, this comfortable and very well-presented family home occupies an elevated spot on the edge of the highly desirable village of Bettws Newydd, overlooking extensive, landscaped gardens. Built in the early 1970s and extended some ten years later, it offers spacious, light-filled accommodation, with four double bedrooms, four reception rooms and two well-fitted kitchens. Its layout makes it ideal for multi-generational living, which is one of the features that appealed to the vendors. Equally, the generous living room which is at one end of the house, coupled with the adjacent galley kitchen, make it ideal for a family who enjoy entertaining and are attracted by the trend for second kitchens. The property has been lovingly maintained by the vendors for the past 26 years. During this time, they have made a series of high quality improvements, the most significant being the addition of a stunning Amdega conservatory to take full advantage of the peaceful, private location. They have also lavished attention on the gardens, which extend to 0.75 acres. What we inherited was basically just grass. My wife is a very keen gardener and we have worked hard to turn it into what you see today. It encompasses lawns, a woodland garden, vegetable plots, a Mediterranean garden, herbaceous beds, island beds and some terraced beds. We also have patios which surround the house and conservatory and provide ample space for entertaining and just sitting with a coffee enjoying the fantastic views. The vendors love the location, which is close to the charming riverside market town of Usk and to Abergavenny, named the Best Place to Live in Wales in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide 2024. In Usk, about 3.5 miles away, there is a Church in Wales Primary School whilst the larger town of Abergavenny, with its shops, schools, facilities and railway station is about 8 miles away. The property is also ideally positioned for access to Monmouth (12.5 miles distant) and it is within an easy commute of Cardiff, Bristol, Hereford and Cheltenham. Bettws Newydd itself is a picturesque village with an ancient Grade I listed church. The excellent village pub and restaurant, The Black Bear Inn, is a short stroll from the property. The Usk Valley Walk runs through the area and near the village is a large Iron Age hillfort at Coed-y-Bwnydd, in the care of the National Trust. Step Inside:- - The White House is a welcoming family home with a wonderful flow, and a spacious, airy feel. Decorative, glazed doors set in glazed panels open from the covered porch area to a grand entrance hall, with engineered oak flooring and a solid wood staircase leading up to the galleried landing above, where there is a vaulted ceiling. Directly opposite the entrance door, a pair of solid oak doors open to the lounge, an elegant room, with two large windows overlooking the front of the property and a glazed door to the beautiful gardens at the side of the house. A focal point of the room is a brick-built fireplace with a timber mantel, housing a Heta Inspire 55 log burning stove. The room has engineered oak floors, which continue through to the dining room, accessed through an arched walk-through from the lounge or via a door from the hallway, close to the main kitchen. This room has a central, exposed ceiling beam and Jim Lawrence wall lights. It provides generous, formal dining space and flows into the sunny, bespoke Amdega conservatory. We always wanted a conservatory - this has really enhanced the house and we spend a lot of time there. It is just the perfect place to sit and enjoy the gardens and countryside views throughout the seasons. The east-facing conservatory is a comfortable temperature all year round, with underfloor electric heating to keep it warm and electric opening vents in the roof to keep it cool. It has a beautiful Jim Lawrence hanging lantern and Mandarin Stone slate tiled flooring. Doors open from the conservatory to large paved patio, an idyllic spot for relaxing and outdoor entertaining. A door from the conservatory opens to the main kitchen, which has fitted units, granite worktops, reconstituted marble wall tiles and a slate tiled floor, which continues through to the adjacent utility area and the second kitchen beyond. The whole area has electric underfloor heating. The main kitchen has a Butler sink and a Britannia Range Cooker. Built-in appliances comprise a separate double oven, a dishwasher and an automatic dryer. There is plenty of space for a family dining table. An arched opening leads through to a utility area which is fitted with units to match the main kitchen and includes floor-to-ceiling storage cupboards and two built-in fridge freezers. Through a door from the utility area is the second kitchen which has fitted, Shaker-style units, a built-in fridge, single oven and hob and space and plumbing for a dishwasher and a washing machine. Off this kitchen is a large room, formerly a snooker room, but which the vendors turned into a living room, installing a feature slate fireplace with a Nester Martin Stanford 23 log burning stove and four Jim Lawrence wall lights. It is a light and airy room with two windows to the front and a window and glazed door to the side. Formerly used as an annexe living room, it's where the vendors now host family get togethers. There is an adjoining cloakroom with an oak floor. Back in the main part of the house, off the entrance hallway, there is a further downstairs cloakroom and a study. Upstairs the principal suite comprises a bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with matching fitted cupboards. The luxurious bathroom is fully tiled and has a bath and a separate shower. A lovely feature of the bedroom is a balcony which overlooks the gardens at the side of the house, a lovely, peaceful, sunny spot for a morning cup of tea or coffee, or for a glass of wine in the evening. You get lovely views of the sunset from there. To one side of the balcony is a useful storage area, ideal f.. There are three further double bedrooms, one of which is particularly well appointed, with a dressing area with oak-faced fitted wardrobes and a modern ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi bath and a separate shower. The bedroom enjoys lovely windows over the front of the property, looking towards the church. The two remaining bedrooms each have fitted wardrobes and share a large, fully tiled family bathroom with a freestanding roll top bath, a Mira shower unit and twin wash basins set in vanity units. Outside - The house enjoys a peaceful, secluded situation, off a shared driveway on the edge of the village, where it is screened by mature beech hedging. Double five bar gates open to a private driveway which leads to ample parking space in front of a single, integrated garage with an electric door (currently used for storage). The gently sloping gardens stretch to three sides and include a paved wrap-around patio for barbeques and entertaining. From the patio you can see the church and there are far reaching views to the hills. Our visitors love having their evening meal there, enjoying the stunning surroundings. The delightful, landscaped gardens include terraced beds, areas of well-tended lawn, mature trees and pretty shrubs, including osmanthus, skimmia, lilac and camelias. Early in the year, there are masses of bulbs. I planted the gardens for year round colour and interest but I think my favourite time of year is probably May, when it is at its most colourful. Footpaths lead through a woodland area, which in spring is dotted with snowdrops and hellebores and then later bluebells and wild garlic. The gardens are a haven for birds and wildlife. The vendors enjoy growing their own plants and vegetables, so the garden is set up for this with vegetable plots and a large Hartley Botanic greenhouse, with an electricity supply. There is also a garden shed, divided into two parts to provide a garden potting area as well as storage for the ride-on mower. This shed also has an electric supply. A further shed provides useful additional storage and there is also a silo to store wood pellets for the bio-mass boiler. The property also has an LPG boiler and solar panels. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website...

4 bd

Raglan

USD 1,617,499

Nestled within 35 acres of its own land that includes woodland, paddocks and views, this charming four-bed cottage called Cae Graig is full of character and light that wraps you up in a welcoming ambience within its spaces to create lifelong happy memories. Dating back to the 1830s at its cottage core, the much-loved home has been extended over the years to create versatile spaces and charming rooms that combine into a perfect family abode. Inside the cottage boasts rooms of character, light and views, happy to welcome social gatherings of family and friends, as well as offering special spots to find solitude and peace. Wander through the cottage to find two reception rooms, one with a lovely log burner, a country kitchen with dining space, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, utility and boot room, plus store room presently used as a gym. Within the immediate garden there are a choice of patios and places to relax and fully immerse yourself in the glorious landscape and panoramic views towards the valley to Grosmont and Garway Hill, that cocoons this special home. There's already a mature orchard but the property offers more scope to develop a larger smallholding, and there's certainly ample space to support the endeavour, from growing more produce to keeping horses, livestock and chickens. The land also contains a range of outbuildings including stables and a summerhouse, plus two stone barns ripe for conversion, subject to planning consent. The cottage is embedded within the stunning countryside of Monmouthshire between the villages of Newcastle and Skenfrith, off a quiet country lane and via a private driveway. The property feels remote and enveloped in peace but there are actually a few neighbours close by but not in view, plus the popular market town of Monmouth is just a short drive away. The town has some of the best schools in the county, and arguably in the country, as well as a range of independent and brand name shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs, making this a perfect family home that offers a balance of rural and urban. Located near the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty means exhilarating outdoor activities on land and on water are literally on the doorstep, coupled with a myriad of bridleways and tracks to explore on horse, bike or foot either alone or with family, friends and dogs too. For travelling further afield Monmouth is perfectly placed on the A40, offering direct access north to Birmingham and south to the M4, Cardiff, Bristol and mainline train routes. STEP INSIDE:- - Step inside the attractive stone cottage that dates back to the 1830s and it instantly welcomes you with a warm hug and calm ambience that floats through the rooms as you explore each space. The much-loved house, which has been owned by the same family for over 60 years, was expanded from the historic cottage's core at both ends in 1992and 2000 to create a spacious four-bedroom, family home. The cottage can boast oodles of character before you even step into the cute porch and through the front door, as you're greeted by a visual feast of a stone facade, Welsh slate roof and hardwood, double-glazed windows. Wander first into the core of the cottage and the country charm in the living room is evident, from exposed ceiling beams above to an exposed stone wall where a log burner happily nestles into the original fireplace on a flagstone hearth. It's the most delightful of spaces, easily enticing people inside to sit and chat in comfy chairs and squashy sofas clustered around the feature fireplace, as people have been doing over the many decades. As a place to relax in solitude, reading a book or just admiring the view, this cosy living room is ideal, but it can easily host a social gathering, with ample space to welcome a number of sofas. But this is not the only welcoming place to gravitate towards, as a door at one end leads into a second reception space that is flooded with light from the huge, floor-to-ceiling corner window on one side that frames an absorbing view of the courtyard and land beyond. The dual aspect windows mean that wherever you sit within this delightful sitting room a captivating view is flooding your vision. Character has not been forgotten in this additional space with exposed beams and a brick and stone baking oven alcove in the corner adding period charm. Into the spacious kitchen diner at the other end of the cottage, and it surpasses all expectations of a classic country kitchen, with wooden units painted a heritage green that combines a nod to the past with a homage to the glorious grounds that surround the house. There's a rayburn stove nestled into an exposed brick and stone chimney breast that runs off wood and coal. The set of French doors add to the room's boast of a triple aspect, as well as offering a seamless connection to the fabulous garden. The dining area can easily seat eight people ensuring that this space is the heart of the home' with everyone gathered around the table to chat to the cook as a family feast is prepared. It's been the site of many memorable meals and Christmas dinners through the years and will continue to be for decades to come. This is a house that keeps on giving, with additional rooms and spaces that offer versatility to accommodate a future owner's needs. There's a boot room and utility to sort out muddy dogs, wellies and clothes and a cloakroom. Off the sitting room there's a useful study that can offer a peaceful place to work from home plus a door that leads to a store room with double height ceiling that is currently being used as a gym. Upstairs the feeling of light and space wrapped in character continues through the four double bedrooms, with each happily showcasing its own special view of the surrounding landscape through its windows. The principal bedroom is the most spacious on offer and can boast two breathtaking views to wake up to via its duo of windows, and a display of partially exposed roof trusses across the ceiling to add the period charm. Two sizeable bathrooms can be found on this first floor too, very handy for a busy family home and ensuring there's never likely to be a queue for the facilities. Cae Graig is the most welcoming of properties, just waiting for you to arrive and bring your own style, and in return it will reward you with many years of welcoming hugs and hosting happy memories to cherish for a lifetime. VENDOR INSIGHT:- - "Cae Graig holds a significant place in my family's heart, having been in our0 possession since 1961. Originally bought by my parents, subsequent generations, including my grandparents and later my own children, have called it home, and so it holds immense sentimental value for me." "This property embodies a traditional farmhouse aesthetic, extended by various enhancements over the years. Its core structure traces back to the early 1800s, with expansions in 1992 and 2000. This natural setting, abounding with diverse flora and fauna such as cowslips, primroses, and bluebells, offers a serene atmosphere filled with birdsong." "Reflecting on cherished memories, my home has served as a backdrop for countless memorable moments with my children such as camping parties, christenings, Easter Egg hunts and Burns Night celebrations. Its layout allows for both togetherness and individual space, with distinct zones within the garden allowing for communal games and horticultural interests alike." "Each room possesses its own unique charm, making it impossible to choose my favourite. Whether enjoying the comforting warmth of the kitchen's Rayburn stove or the glow of the living room's wood burner, every corner of the house radiates a cosy ambiance despite its size. The expansive sitting room provides ample space for large gatherings or quiet relaxation, while offering picturesque vistas of the courtyard and surrounding woodland from every vantage point." "The breathtaking sunrise and sunsets further enhance the property's charm, with the unobstructed views toward Garway Hill and Grosmont providing an awe-inspiring backdrop. Beneath the unpolluted night sky, devoid of intrusive streetlights, we have spent many magical evenings mesmerised by the stars. The wood, which the garden leads into, is a magical place, filled with a whole host of beautiful birdsong." "While the property enjoys a secluded rural setting, it remains connected to nearby communities, fostering a sense of belonging and opportunities to become involved in a whole range of local activities." "Memories created within these walls, from joyous gatherings to tranquil moments, will always be cherished. While bidding farewell will be very emotional, the enduring memories of my life at Cae Graig will always be with me. Cosy interiors, expansive grounds, and the warmth of community that surrounds it." Outside - Step outside into a substantial 35 acre slice of the glorious Monmouthshire countryside that you can call your own rural paradise. Memorable walks through eight acres of dappled woodland, riding through paddocks and fields, and exploring the undulating landscape are experiences to enjoy every day as you fully immerse yourself in the peaceful lifestyle this amazing home offers. Found off a country lane and at the end of a private driveway, the home is cocooned in far-reaching, panoramic views that are forever breathtaking, combined with the soundtrack of birdsong plus gentle breezes that dance through the pockets of woodland. The garden that hugs the house is a perfect place to entertain family and v...

4 bd

Skenfrith

USD 1,368,653

This imaginatively converted former barn oozes historic character yet has a contemporary, light and airy feel which makes it practical for modern living. It boasts a highly desirable location approximately four miles north-west of Monmouth in the hamlet of Maypole, where it is surrounded by beautiful, rolling countryside. Rural yet accessible, it is ideally placed for commuting to Bristol, Cardiff and the Midlands. Cwm Cae Barn is a spacious four to five bedroom, split-level family home set in 0.90 acres of lovely, mature south facing gardens, enjoying superb views across over rolling, hilly countryside to the south. It offers fabulous, family-sized accommodation with unique charm, featuring old oak beams and roof trusses, original arrow slit windows and a delightful attic bedroom exposed to the A-frame. It has a stunning modern kitchen, an impressive, 23 ft drawing room and a wonderful, entrance/dining hall, showcasing the two glazed, floor-to-ceiling openings to the original barn. The attractive, stone built barn has a pitched slate tiled roof and hardwood double glazed external doors and windows. The internal, ledge and brace doors are all custom-made from solid oak, with traditional door furniture, giving a classic look. The vendor bought the barn in 2017, drawn to it by the light-filled rooms and the rural outlook. "Wherever you are in the house, you have beautiful views across to the hills; you can see the weather coming and the light is fantastic." The property's location was also a big attraction. "It's on the edge of a village, so you have neighbours and it is not isolated, but you are not overlooked. I also like the fact that it is close to Monmouth, which is a lovely town." The vibrant and historic market town of Monmouth provides a wide range of amenities including independent shops, pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and coffee shops and both a Waitrose and an M&S Food. Monmouth hosts regular markets, has a busy programme of events and boasts good leisure and recreation facilities and nearby world-class golf courses including Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club. For live entertainment and film, there's a choice of The Savoy Theatre and The Blake Theatre. The reputation of Monmouth's state schools, the independent Haberdashers' Monmouth boys' and girls' schools and the nearby Llangattock School Monmouth with Monmouth Montessori Nursery make the area popular with families. Monmouth is on the edge of the stunning Wye Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty, known for its beautiful landscapes, wonderful walks and cycle rides, outdoor pursuits, ancient castles and historic buildings. Step inside:- - A tarmac driveway leads to a generous, gravelled parking area at the front of the property. The entrance door is set in glazed floor-to-ceiling panels which fill the space where the original barn doors would have been. This door leads straight into a breathtaking, light-filled entrance hallway, with wooden floorboards and exposed wall timbers. This part-vaulted room also serves as a wonderful formal dining area. The room stretches to the back of the property, where glazed doors set in glass panels open to a sun terrace and provide views across the garden to the rolling countryside beyond. A bespoke oak staircase, with galleried landings and half landings, rises from the entrance hallway to the rooms above. A door off the back of the hall opens to steps which lead down to the living room, a comfortable, family space, with practical, tiled flooring. The room is made cosy in the colder months by underfloor central heating and a wood burning stove set on a raised stone hearth. In the summer, a glazed door can be thrown open to the garden and views. For more formal entertaining, there is a spectacular, beamed drawing room, which has windows to the front and back garden and also features original arrow slit windows to the side. There is a fireplace with a terracotta tiled hearth and a hardwood surround. Off the family living room is the stunning, recently-installed kitchen, a luxury, contemporary design with granite worksurfaces and upstands and a comprehensive range of cupboards and drawers. It features integrated appliances, a large built-in wine rack and space for an upright fridge freezer and a tall wine fridge. The kitchen has been cleverly designed to make best use of the L-shaped space and incorporates an irregular-shaped island. Steps lead up from the kitchen through a glazed door into a lobby with a door to the front of the barn. The lobby leads to a useful utility room with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a downstairs c.. Ideal for working from home or with potential as a fifth bedroom, there is a large study situated off the hall, enjoying views to the front and side of the property and benefitting from extensive cupboards with shelves over. Across the hall from the study steps lead down to a ground floor bedroom wing, where there are two double bedrooms and a modern bathroom, with a bath with a shower over. One of the bedrooms has a built-in wardrobe and both have windows looking out over the back garden to the countryside beyond. Off the first floor galleried landing is a spectacular principal bedroom suite. The lovely bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and two arrow slit windows to the side of the property. The room is flooded with light from a Velux roof light to the front and a further window to the side. It benefits from two recessed wardrobes with oak doors, whilst adjacent is a luxurious dressing room with contemporary fitted wardrobes and a freestanding bath. There is also a beautifully presented, fully-tiled, modern shower room. From the gallery, stairs lead up to a further charming bedroom, featuring exposed roof trusses. This room has Velux roof lights to the rear of the property and a high level window. There is an en-suite shower room with a recessed shower cubicle. Outside - A five bar gate opens from the village lane to a tarmac driveway which leads to a gravelled courtyard at the front of the barn. There is ample parking and an oak framed, cart shed-style double garage. Alongside the garage is an integrated, secure workshop area and there is boarded loft storage over. To the side is a stone-built lockable garden store and close to the kitchen door is a handy log store. The mature, private, south-facing gardens stretch to the back of the barn and are bordered on three sides by open fields. For the vendor, they have been a particular delight. On a sunny day, a favourite spot is down at the bottom of the garden, under the trees, where you can have a picnic. I also have a bench by the vegetable patch, which is a nice place to sit. The two-tiered flagged terrace at the rear of the barn is a wonderful place to relax and entertain and it's the best place to take full advantage of the lovely rural environment and glorious views over open fields to the rolling Monmouthshire hills. Beyond the terrace is a rectangular lawn with flower and shrub borders. Wide stone steps lead down to a further area of lawn, at the side of which there is a vegetable patch with raised beds. The gardens include a timber garden shed, a greenhouse and water butts, further vegetables beds and an orchard. At the far end of the garden is a composting area and a tractor shed with a flagged floor and double doors. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website.

5 bd

Monmouth

USD 1,213,124

This charming four-bedroom cottage fuses cosy, historic character with stunning, contemporary living spaces and combines the convenience of an edge-of-town location with a private parkland-style setting and the enduring appeal of open views over the lovely south Monmouthshire countryside. "I love sunsets and we have the most amazing sunsets here and wonderful skies, because it is flat and open. I have a table and chairs in the front garden, where I can sit in the afternoon and evening, looking over the farmers' fields to the west, just enjoying the skies." Fairfield sits in immaculately-kept, mature grounds of approximately 2 acres which include stables and a stable yard with independent access. There are also three substantial outbuildings, with current business use but with flexibility to be used for leisure purposes, separate home working space or, with planning permission, converted into further accommodation. Ideal for country-lovers who want the "best of both worlds", the property is convenient to the motorway network and to nearby amenities. It is situated on the outskirts of Magor, a lively, welcoming and family-friendly community, roughly equidistant between the market town of Chepstow and the city of Newport (9 miles). Proximity to the M4 means for commuting, shopping, leisure and entertainment, there is easy access to other nearby towns and cities such as Cardiff, Bristol, Monmouth and Abergavenny. At the heart of Magor, an historic square is filled with a variety of independent shops, including a delicatessen which also sells fresh fruit and veg. The town boasts a local Post Office, a handy convenience store and a number of lovely cafes, pubs, restaurants and takeaways. The community is served by a Church in Wales Primary School, whilst Undy Primary School and Bryn Primary School are other nearby options and for secondary education, there is the well-regarded Caldicot School. In an area that has a wealth of interesting local history and easy access to beautiful countryside, Fairfield is close to the Severn Estuary, on the Gwent Levels. This landscape of international significance is home to a great diversity of wildlife and Magor Marsh, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, is a tranquil environment teeming with wildfowl and fauna. Step inside:- - Dating from the early 1900s, the cottage was extended some 70 years later and has recently been modernised and upgraded, to provide lovely, open-plan living space, carefully planned to create a seamless flow from traditional to modern. Exposed timbers, original stone walls and an open fireplace with a wood burning stove on a flagstone hearth give the characterful living room a wonderful, warm ambience, which contrasts with the feel of the beautifully presented, light and airy contemporary kitchen which it opens into. Once separated by a dividing wall, these two rooms now provide one "wow" space. Says the vendor: "Where we once had small, dark rooms, we now have space suitable for 21st Century living." The vendors have recently installed the stunning, modern kitchen, with its comprehensive range of units and wood effect laminate flooring, chosen for practicality. "I opted for country-style units to suit the property and planned lots of workspace as I like to cook. We have a big family and when we get together they always come to us." The kitchen has a large central island, incorporating a breakfast bar and the room also has ample space for a separate dining table. The kitchen incorporates integrated appliances and a Range cooker (with LPG gas hob and electric double oven). The kitchen is flooded with natural light, being open plan to a handy utility room which leads straight through to a sun room, with glazed doors to a charming rear courtyard, perfect for dining al fresco. The neatly-presented utility room, with units to match the kitchen, includes space and plumbing for a washing machine and built-in space for an upright fridge/freezer. From the kitchen, there is a doorway to a rear hallway which leads through to a comfortable lounge. Like the living room, this is situated in the oldest part of the house and it is full of character, with an exposed original stone wall featuring an inset fireplace on a raised hearth (not a working fireplace) and a stone-built corner seat. The lounge has a window to the side garden. "It is a lovely, comfortable room. It gets the sun first thing in the morning and it very light and warm." Next to the lounge is one of the vendor's favourite rooms a spacious games room with an in-built bar and sliding doors to the rear garden. "It's a great family party room and we have had some really fun times in it, including birthdays, Christmases, christenings and even a fancy dress event." Off the rear hallway, there is also a is a fully-tiled downstairs shower room, refitted during the property's recent refurbishment, when the vendors also installed stylish grey traditional column radiators throughout the ground floor. From the rear hallway a pair of glazed doors gives access to the rear courtyard and stairs lead up to the first floor, where there are four bedrooms, including one with an ensuite bathroom and built-in wardrobes and another which also benefits from fitted wardrobes. The master bedroom, which overlooks the front garden, has fitted wardrobes, built-in shelving and a spacious and luxurious en-suite bathroom with a whirlpool bath in one corner and a large walk-in shower in another. Off the landing there is a handy storage cupboard. Back on the ground floor, what was once a double garage has been converted into two further rooms, which could be used as a study and further reception room. The flexible space, accessed through the sun room but also with independent access from the front of the cottage, could alternatively be returned to a garage or converted to provide a ground floor bedroom or annexe accommodation. Outside - From the road, a pair of five bar gates open to an impressive gravelled driveway, which leads up to the front of the cottage and around to the side, where there is ample parking. Either side of the driveway, large level lawns planted with mature trees, including 50-year-old willows, give a parkland feel. Spring bulbs planted along the fence line at the front of the properly are a mass of seasonal colour. At the rear of the cottage, opening from the sun room, is a lovely, sheltered and secluded courtyard area, where pretty climbing plants clamber over a wooden pergola. The courtyard, laid with pavers in a circular pattern, makes a wonderful spot for outdoor entertaining. Past a garden shed in one corner of the courtyard, steps lead up to a vegetable garden, with two raised beds and a greenhouse. The gardens and grounds also include an orchard with a variety of fruit trees. Fairfield enjoys a beautiful level position, extending to approximately 2 acres and also including a stable yard, with wooden stables with three loose boxes, with independent access through a five bar gate directly from the road. Further, substantial buildings, all with business use granted, comprise a brick-built, L-shaped building (which could provide further stabling) and two further single-storey blocks. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Parking

4 bd

Caldicot

USD 1,306,441

The expert conversion of this stone-built agricultural barn has created a four-bedroom country home that's full of traditional character yet with contemporary styling and lots of luxurious, light-filled spaces. Set amidst the beautiful rolling countryside of the Usk Valley, Sycamore Retreat is a Grade II listed barn, formerly part of Llandowlais Farm. The barn and two adjoining outbuildings were renovated and rebuilt in 2016 to provide just over 3000 square feet of accommodation, stylishly presented with a fine eye for detailing. The barn is full of character, featuring original oak beams and vaulted ceilings and with a charming arrow-slit window in the oldest part, now the principal bedroom. Extensive use of bespoke oak joinery adds to the ambience and large windows, glazed internal walls and a gallery landing give an uplifting feeling of light and space. This lovely property sits in grounds of just under half an acre, which provide ample outdoor space for entertaining and for enjoying the beautiful rural surroundings. "One of the things that drew us to the barn were the breathtaking views over the fields to the Usk Valley and the hills beyond. The back faces south and we get lovely sunrises and sunsets. We even see the sunset through the little arrow-slit window in the principal bedroom." Another attraction for the vendors was the opportunity to create a modern, work-from-home office next to the double garage, complete with heating, power and internet connection. "It was a blank canvas, so we kitted it out and put in panelling to make a wonderful, separate place to go to for work. It's great having my own space where I can sit and think and work in peace and quiet, looking out over the countryside." The vendors also loved the extra space offered by the double garage, which they have made use of as a home gym, whilst a large gravel area in front of the barn provides generous parking for everyday use and for guests. Sycamore Retreat is situated almost equidistant between the popular village of Llangybi, with its traditional village pub, and the charming market town of Usk. "It's three minutes' drive to either and we are just a minute away from Morris' of Usk, a garden centre, café and farm shop where we go regularly for fresh bread and supplies." Usk, one of the oldest towns in Wales, enjoys a picturesque riverside setting and is a regular winner of Wales in Bloom. It is known for its strong sense of community and has a vibrant independent shopping scene, a wide choice of inns, hotels, cafes and restaurants and a variety of clubs, societies and sports facilities. Amenities also include a doctor's surgery and veterinary clinic and, for families, there's a Church in Wales Primary School, two riverside playgrounds and a park. The town hosts a packed calendar of regular events including a Country Market and Farmers' Market and annual events include Usk Show, a traditional agricultural show. Sycamore Retreat is two miles from The Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel with its spa and gym and the world class Celtic Manor golf courses are about 8 miles away. The property benefits from excellent access to the M4 corridor and on to Newport, Cardiff or Bristol and there are mainline rail services from Newport. Step inside:- - In part of the space where the former barn doors would have been, a pair of glazed doors set in full height glass panels open to a hallway with a vaulted ceiling, overlooked by a gallery landing, creating an impressive, airy entrance. The feeling of light and space is enhanced by the internal glass walls which separate the hallway from the spacious kitchen/diner/family room. The effect of the glass walls is to open up the view from the hallway to the vast, glazed space once occupied by the rear barn doors, which frames the glorious countryside beyond. To the other side of the hallway is a feature wall, showcasing old timbers reclaimed from the barn, whilst a beautiful bespoke oak staircase leads up to the galleried landing above. Indicative of the careful detailing in this quality barn conversion, the whole of the downstairs accommodation has natural stone tiles whilst all the internal doors are oak ledge and brace, made by a local joiner and featuring traditional door furniture. The large windows are fitted with remote controlled electrically operated blinds. There is underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and in the principal bedroom and bathroom, whilst the other bedrooms have classic-style column radiators. Providing the heart of the family home, the stunning open plan kitchen/diner/family room easily accommodates a large family dining table and a casual seating area, which can be arranged to make the most of the views through the glazed panels to the front and rear of the property. "The sitting area is a nice place to sit and have coffee or a place to entertain friends whilst you are cooking." The stylish and sophisticated family living space features contemporary wall panelling throughout and in the kitchen area there is an extensive range of luxury fitted kitchen units with Carrara marble worktops and matching upstands. The kitchen includes an AGA range cooker, a Belfast sink, a floor-to-ceiling larder cupboard, a built-in fridge freezer and an integrated dishwasher. It also features a central breakfast island. From the rear of the barn, a pair of glazed doors set in glazed panels open to a large south-facing patio, ideal for outdoor dining. "In the summer, we leave the double doors open and we have a big 10 foot table on the patio." This is just one of aspect of the barn's layout that makes entertaining easy. "In addition: It flows really nicely and it really comes alive when we have lots of people over." Guests can congregate in the spacious kitchen/diner/family room or spread out into the separate living room, reached down an oak staircase off the kitchen area. This extension was rebuilt in traditional style on the footprint of a former outbuilding. It is an impressive room, with a vaulted ceiling and exposed A-frame and roof timbers. At one end there is a wood burning stove set on a slate hearth in an open fireplace with an inset original beam over. The room has carpet inlaid into an engineered oak surround and features panelled walls in the same style as the kitchen/diner/family room, with a purpose designed space for a large TV. The living room has a glazed door leading out onto a sunken terrace, providing seamless indoor/outdoor space. The private, sheltered terrace is enclosed by walls made out of railway sleepers and to one side is a useful wood store, meaning logs for the woodburning stove are always close at hand. At the top of the stairs leading down to the living room there is a useful downstairs cloakroom, whilst a door off the back of the kitchen opens to the boiler room, which also provides additional kitchen storage space. Across the entrance hallway is a utility room. The bespoke oak staircase from the hallway leads to a half landing, off which lies the principle bedroom. It then continues to a further galleried landing, off which there are three further double bedrooms. The stunning principal bedroom takes full advantage of the rural views to the back of the barn and even has a glazed door out to a private, gravelled terrace. "The sunrises are amazing - it's a beautiful light. You get the best views from the kitchen and this bedroom. It's lovely to wake up to the views and to sit in bed and have a cup of coffee whilst enjoying them, or on a summer morning, to go out into the garden." The lovely room, in the oldest part of the barn, is open to the apex and features original roof timbers and an arrow-slit window high up in the end wall. The room benefits from a luxurious ensuite shower room, with natural stone floor and wall tiles. Two further double bedrooms, each with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, share a modern, fully-tiled Jack and Jill shower room. There is also a family bathroom with a walk-in shower and a contemporary-style, free standing bath deliberately positioned under the rooflight. "You can sit in the bath and look at the stars!" The fourth bedroom is currently fitted out as a spacious dressing room, but could easily be converted back. Outside - The property is approached via a remote controlled, electric five-bar entrance gate which leads to a large gravelled parking area in front of the detached double garage, which has electrically operated doors. There is potential to convert the garage to additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning permission. Alongside the garage, with its own access, there is the separate study, which the vendor uses as a work-from-home office. Above the garage is useful attic storage space. The site slopes gently and the garden is laid out over several levels and enclosed by a mixture of natural hedging, laurels and timber feather board fencing. There is a raised lawn sweeping around the rear of the garage. "We have a lovely tree swing there, in the huge old sycamore tree which gives the barn its name." The sloping lawn continues around the back of the barn, which is south facing. Here there is a gravelled terrace opening from the principal bedroom and there are two further large paved patios, on different levels, enjoying the views over the rolling Monmouthshire countryside. "We get the sun on the upper patio and the lower patio is more shaded in summer. The top patio opens from the kitchen and that's where we put our outdoor dining table. The lower terrace makes a nice place to sit in the evening around a firepit." The lower terrace was used as an outdoor kitchen by previous owners and has a convenient water sup...

4 bd

Usk

USD 1,866,345

A fine example of a late Victorian dwelling located in one of the most sought after residential areas on the fringe of Abergavenny town, within a short distance of open countryside. Built in attractive yellow Beaufort brick with sandstone quoins under a tiled roof in 1895 by Charles Oswin Cotton, who was Chief Engineer of the Great Western Railway, as his retirement home. This impressive period house has the grandeur and elegance of another era combined with the comfort and style of a much loved family home catering for the requirements of modern day living. Ground Floor Enter via solid wooden painted front doors, set into an ornate carved sandstone stone archway, into an entrance lobby with the original wrought iron door bell and stained glass double doors. Step into the grand reception hall with carved wooden architrave, pillars and archways, period plaster and carved wooden ceiling complemented by an original cast iron fireplace set on a slate hearth. The principal reception rooms are located off the hall; the light and welcoming morning room with bay window to front affording glorious views towards the Blorenge Mountain, the centrepiece of this delightful room is a Burmese teak fireplace with over mantle bevel edged mirror and carved display cabinets either side; the impressive drawing room with square bay window overlooking the garden, moulded plaster ceiling and door to the side garden and terrace. To the rear of the hall is a comfortable sitting room with doors opening out onto the terrace with views towards Deri hillside and beyond. ... It is often said that the kitchen is the ‘heart of a home’ and if ever there was an example of a kitchen/family room, that typifies the hub of family life, this is one. A bespoke kitchen with oak cupboards set under granite worksurfaces with granite splashbacks and a co-ordinating large island unit housing the ovens and hob. An aesthetically pleasing and comprehensively fitted kitchen designed with ample space to both cook and relax with ample space for sofas too. A walk in pantry offers ample storage and a door to the side of the kitchen leads to a utility/laundry room and W.C. The kitchen/ family room is enhanced by a cream Mandarin Stone travertine floor which continues through to the dining room, open plan to the kitchen and fitted with a hand made oak dresser and cupboards, perfect for both displaying and storing crockery and glassware, a beautiful room to either enjoy a family lunch or more formal dinner. ... The ground floor accommodation is completed by a generous study and former ‘Gentleman’s’ cloakroom, with marble washstand and original tiled walls and mosaic tiled floor, accessed from the main hall. A door from the hall leads to a large wine cellar with two separate rooms and painted flagstone floor. The magnificent, original solid oak staircase with carved newel posts, handrail and balustrade, rises from the entrance hall to the first floor. First Floor At half landing level is an intricate stained glass window. The staircase continues to the first floor landing where the four generous principal bedrooms, with views towards the Blorenge Mountain or Deri, together with bath/shower rooms are located. To the rear of the main landing is an inner landing, where the original maids’ lodgings were located, being a 5th bedroom on the first floor and a staircase leading to a second floor 6th bedroom and loft storage. The quality and grandeur of the ground floor is mirrored in the principal bedrooms with the same attention to detail including fine examples of plasterwork and fireplaces amongst other period features. Outside The entrance to The Rowans is between two stone pillars leading to the tarmacadam driveway, flanked by lawns and mature shrubs. The driveway leads to the front of the house in a semi-circular design with ample space for parking, to one side of the driveway is a double garage with pitched roof. Bordered by stone and brick walls, providing much privacy, the beautiful gardens have been designed for enjoying with level lawns extending to the front, side and rear of the house, all with views towards the surrounding mountains and countryside. The landscaping includes a terrace adjoining the house and to the front, a veranda, an ideal place to enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. There are 3 trees of note, all subject to Tree Preservation Orders, a Copper Beech and Beech trees to the front and an enchanting Monkey Puzzle Tree to the rear. ... A productive vegetable garden with an aluminium greenhouse forms part of the original walled garden and beyond, tucked away in a corner providing privacy and seclusion, is a timber summerhouse. The gardens are well kept with gravel pathways and stone edged borders and a variety of interesting planted beds. A second vehicular access is located to the side of the garage. Location Abergavenny is an historic town located on the banks of the River Usk and bordering the Brecon Beacons National Park. The town is nestled between the Blorenge, Sugar Loaf and Skirrid Mountains and within a mile of the town centre are recreational walks through the beautiful countryside and along the Monmouth- shire & Brecon Canal. A wide range of local amenities include shops, primary and secondary schools, banks, doctors, dentists, a library and a general hospital. Abergavenny has a leisure centre with swimming pool, a cinema, theatre and the area is well known for its many high quality restaurants. Abergavenny has become renowned for its annual Food Festival, attracting over 20,000 visitors to the town over the bustling weekend which showcases Welsh produce, crafts and cookery demonstrations. ... The town has a mainline railway station and good road links for commuting; the property is situated within easy reach of the commercial centres of south Wales via the Heads of the Valleys road and the A40/A449 linking to the M4, M5 and M50 motorways for Cardiff, Bristol and the Midlands. Services Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Broadband: Standard and superfast broadband available subject to providers terms and conditions. Please make your own enquiries via: https:// ... openreach.com/fibre-broadband Mobile: EE, Three, 02 and Vodafone (indoors and outdoors). Please make your own enquiries via: https:// checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage Energy Performance Certificate D To view the full EPC please visit https:// find-energy-certificate.service. gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council Council Tax Band I. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Tenure Freehold. Covenants Title Number WA983982. A covenant on the property restricts the use to a family dwelling house e.g. the house cannot be used as a Bed & Breakfast business. Full details available from the selling agents. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. 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6 bd

Abergavenny

USD 1,679,710

This outstanding conversion of a Seventeenth Century threshing barn and its attached stable and cart shed provides generous, flexible accommodation with options for multi-generational living or additional lettings income. Located in the popular village of Llangybi, amidst the beautiful rolling countryside of the Usk Valley, this superb, historic home is a short walk from the traditional village pub, The White Hart. All the facilities of the charming market town of Usk are just three miles away, The Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel with its spa and gym is nearby and the Ryder Cup Celtic Manor golf course is just under 8 miles away. The property benefits from excellent access to the M4 corridor and on to Newport, Cardiff or Bristol and there are mainline rail services from Newport, which was a major factor for the vendors, who travel to London for work. The Grade II listed property was converted in 2002 in a manner which sympathetically introduced high quality, contemporary enhancements whilst retaining the building's ancient ambience. At the heart of the stone-built property is the stylish re-imagining of the entrance to the threshing barn, which is open to the A-frame, exposing the historic beams, some of which are thought to be medieval and reputed to have come from now-ruined Llangybi Castle. Entranced by the property's history, the fantastic beams and the extremely high standard of the conversion, the vendors also love its light, airy and spacious feel. There are beautiful views across the garden to the meadows of the River Usk valley. Step Inside:- - From a central courtyard, a door opens to a stunning kitchen/breakfast room, converted from a Nineteenth Century farm building added to the original barn. The room is open to the A-frame and features exposed beams. It has travertine flooring and is fitted with stylish, hand-built kitchen units, with maple worktops and incorporating a range cooker. A door from the kitchen opens to the former threshing barn, where a spacious living room comprises a cosy seating area in front of a wood burning stove opening up to the centre part of the barn, which soars up to the full height of the building. The former cart doors either side are glazed and on one side they incorporate a glazed door which opens to the courtyard and provides a formal entrance if required. The vendors have made a seating area here, from which they can enjoy views of the garden and countryside beyond. An attractive split staircase, crafted in ash with glazed panels, leads up to a galleried reception room on one side and to the principal bedroom suite on the other. The reception room is full of character, being open to the A-frame and having a glazed arrow-slit window in the end wall as well as a sliding rooflight. It is currently used as a TV room, but has a range of potential uses and could be turned into a further bedroom. On the opposite side of the staircase, outside the principal bedroom suite, there is a galleried seating area which overlooks the living area below. The delightful, light and airy principal bedroom features exposed beams and A-frame and has two arrow-slit windows on one wall and a window in the opposite wall, as well as rooflights and a window in the end wall. It has a luxurious en-suite bathroom, with a mirrored wall and the remaining walls fully tiled. There is a shaped bath as well as a separate shower cubicle. Back downstairs, from the end of the living room three steps lead up to a pair of glazed doors which open to a study, a contemporary-style space yet with the charm of arrow-slit windows with deep slate windowsills. From here a door leads through to a sun room/gym which has glazed doors on two sides which slide open to a patio. Leading off from the opposite side of the study, there is a charming bedroom which benefits from a modern ensuite shower room and a walk-in wardrobe. The other side of the property, leading off from an inner hallway accessed from the kitchen, there is an impressive bedroom suite (which could be used as the principal suite if preferred). It incorporates a ground floor bedroom with exposed ceiling beams served by a fully-tiled en-suite bathroom. Above the bedroom there is a galleried mezzanine, currently used as a study with a view looking out over the garden towards Wentwood. Downstairs, accessed off the inner hallway and next to the bedroom, there is a useful boiler room with plenty of storage space. Leading off the end of the inner hallway there is a downstairs WC and a utility room, with space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. This wing of the property was formed from a converted stone-built Nineteenth Century stable block and retains original beams and lots of character. It includes a charming interconnected annexe, which comprises a bedroom, modern galley kitchen, shower room and a reception room, with access into the courtyard. Alongside is a self-contained one-bedroom cottage, named Dairy Cottage, which has a similar layout. The interconnected annexe has proved ideal for inter-generational living and was one of the attractions for the vendors. The cottage has provided lettings income and would equally make ideal holiday accommodation. The property is double glazed and there is underfloor heating throughout the main part of the property and a separate boiler serving radiators in the annexe and cottage. Outside - The barn and the wing in the converted stable block overlook a central courtyard, approached via a drive from the road. The courtyard provides ample parking and at one end of the stable block wing there is a double garage with electrically operated timber doors. The garage benefits from electricity and central heating. Next door there is a large workshop/mower store with a pair of double doors to the courtyard. The property has outstanding views over its large, level, lawned garden and then over open farmland to the Usk Valley and Wentwood Forest beyond. A large paved patio in front of the sun room/gym takes full advantage of this lovely outlook. The lovely gardens include colourful herbaceous borders and shrubs and specimen trees. Along one boundary there is a beech hedge and a stream. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garage - Parking

4 bd

Usk

USD 2,488,460

This grand, modern-day mansion enjoys a secluded location in the idyllic Monmouthshire countryside, yet it is within easy reach of the A48, M4 and M48, ideal for commuting to Bristol, Cardiff, Newport and beyond. Constructed to a high specification, the spacious property (approximately 9,537 sq ft) has recently undergone a comprehensive refurbishment. It has a stunning new kitchen, luxurious bathroom and en-suites, and has been stylishly redecorated throughout. All the double glazed windows and exterior glazed doors are newly installed and new carpets have been recently fitted throughout. The immaculately presented accommodation includes four reception rooms, five/six bedrooms and a two/three-bedroom annex, making it suitable for large families and multi-generational living. It also has the benefit of level wheelchair access and a recently-installed, well-maintained passenger lift to the first floor. The property has been fitted out with high quality drapes, lighting and furnishings, carefully chosen by the vendors, one of whom is a professional interior designer. These are all available to purchase, subject to negotiation. The L-shaped residence is situated in mature grounds of approximately 1.3 acres, in an elevated, south-facing position, just above the highly desirable, rural village of Llanvair Discoed. From the house and grounds, there are spectacular views over the Severn Estuary and also to Wentwood Forest, the largest ancient woodland in Wales and ninth largest in the UK, where there is excellent walking, mountain biking and hacking. Llanvair Discoed, with its ancient church and village pub, lies just north of the A48 road, with easy access to the schools, shops and facilities in Caldicot (under 6 miles); to the market town of Chepstow (about 7 miles); to the pretty riverside town of Usk (8 miles) and to the city of Newport (10 miles). It falls within the catchment of the well-regarded Shirenewton Primary School. Independent schools in the area include the Haberdashers' Monmouth boys' and girls' schools, less than 20 minutes away. For golfers, the Celtic Manor Golf Course and St Pierre Golf Club are both 7 miles distant. Step inside:- - The property is accessed from a quiet country lane through electrically-operated wrought iron entrance gates, with an intercom system. A sweeping, tree-lined, paved drive leads to the front of the house, where there is a turning circle and parking for six cars in front of a pair of integrated double garages. Double glazed entrance doors, under a large and impressive portico, give access to a bright and airy, reception hall with Travertine flooring. The flexible, ground floor accommodation boasts four reception rooms. The magnificent drawing room has newly-laid oak flooring and a wood burner fitted into a handsome marble fireplace. The formal dining room has refurbished parquet flooring, cornicing, a central ceiling rose and double French doors leading though to a day room, which has oak flooring, large, floor-to-ceiling bay windows and glazed doors to the expansive sun terrace which runs along the front of the house. There is also a large family/TV room again with new oak flooring and LPG fire set into a decorative marble fireplace. In addition to these reception rooms, there is a large, flexible space, from which a short flight of balustraded steps lead up to a mezzanine giving access to the single storey annex. The vendors suggest: "It is large enough for a grand piano, or would make an ideal music room or alternatively a reading room or games room." Furthermore, behind the integrated garages, with French doors to the back garden, is a home gym. The stunning, new kitchen has a range of Symphony shaker-style units with marble work surfaces. There is a large central breakfast/work island and a comprehensive range of inbuilt appliances, plus an American-style fridge freezer, a wine cooler and a five-oven electric Aga. The attractive Carrara marble effect porcelain floor tiles used in the kitchen are carried through into the large, downstairs cloakroom, fitted with a marble-topped vanity unit. The utility room has fitted cupboards, a commercial Miele wa.. The property has ample storage and utility areas - there's a room which houses an additional fridge and freezer; a large cleaning cupboard; a wine cellar; a boiler room and a storage area for garden machinery. From the main entrance hallway, stairs lead up to a spacious galleried landing with a feature arched window over. The fabulous principal suite has three large picture windows giving beautiful views over the garden and surrounding countryside to the Severn Estuary. "We get a very clear view of the old Severn bridge, which twinkles in the distance when it is lit up at night." The spacious bedroom has fitted cupboards, its own dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobes, a make-up room and a luxurious en-suite shower room featuring a walk-in, waterfall shower and a marble-topped vanity unit. The extremely spacious second principal bedroom shares the same views towards the Severn Estuary and has a dressing room with fitted, mirrored wardrobes. There are three further, beautifully presented double bedrooms, one with its own dressing room, and each with a stylishly fitted en-suite shower room. On this floor there is a further room, currently used as a home office, but which could be used as an additional bedroom. The impressive family bathroom has Carrera marble effect porcelain floor tiles, an attractive double-sink vanity unit with a marble top and upstand and is fitted with a free-standing roll-top bath positioned under a large bay window. "The views are incredible. It is so private that you can sit in the bath, without the need for blinds or curtains, and enjoy the view over the fields towards Wentwood." The annex, along one side of the property, can be accessed from the mezzanine but also has its own external door. It is currently arranged as guest accommodation but could be used separately from the main house. There is a kitchen, small WC and two double bedrooms, each with an en-suite shower room. The room being used as the lounge also has an en-suite shower room, so could be used as an additional bedroom. A further room that's being used as an office could then serve as the lounge. Outside - The property is set in well-tended grounds with large lawned areas front and back, featuring established trees and mature planting. There is a large raised sun terrace along the front of the property, another terrace at the back and an area of decking. "On fine days, we have lunch on the front terrace, enjoying the views towards the Severn Estuary, over the trees and without a rooftop in the way. From the kitchen, there are French doors to the rear patio and from about 3 o'clock onwards, that' area is bathed in sunshine and that's where we entertain into the evenings." Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website.

8 bd

Llanvair-Discoed

USD 995,384

A spacious contemporary family home, this detached four bedroom property offers all the benefits of town living, yet its leafy and secluded edge-of-Monmouth location gives a real sense of escape. The architect-designed split level house, in 0.63 acres of mature grounds, is one of eight properties at The Vineyard, a sought-after cul-de-sac off Monmouth's Hereford Road. As a family home, it is ideally situated, within walking distance of Monmouth Comprehensive and the highly-regarded Haberdashers Monmouth independent schools, with a public footpath from the end of the driveway leading to Osbaston, where there is a primary school. From its elevated position, it commands a stunning outlook over Monmouth and the surrounding landscape. Says the vendor: "What makes it special are the views over the town to the The Kymin and the Wye Valley and the views to White Hill and Coed y Bwnydd." The flexible accommodation (2077 sq ft) includes four generous, first-floor double bedrooms and four reception rooms, one of which benefits from an adjacent shower room, providing the option of a fifth ground floor bedroom or possible guest annexe. An easy stroll away, Monmouth is a vibrant town, hosting regular markets and a busy programme of events. Lining its historic streets and tucked away in pretty courtyards there are a variety of independent shops, tempting tea rooms and coffee shops, pubs and restaurants. The town benefits from both a Waitrose and an M&S Food. With a history stretching back to Roman times, Monmouth is known for its iconic medieval fortified river bridge, its connections to Charles Rolls, of Rolls-Royce fame and as the birthplace of Henry V. The town boasts good leisure and recreation facilities, nearby world-class golf courses and, for live entertainment and film, there's a choice of The Savoy Theatre and The Blake Theatre. Situated right on the border between Wales and England and located on the site of three rivers, Monmouth is on the edge of the stunning Wye Valley National Landscape, an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is ideally placed for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, wonderful walks, beautiful scenery, ancient castles and historic buildings. From Monmouth, motorway links give easy access to Cardiff, Bristol and the Midlands, making the town attractive to commuters. STEP INSIDE:- - This is an adaptable house which lends itself to family life, social gatherings and entertaining. One of its most impressive rooms, and the vendor's favourite, is the large living room, accessed off the split level hallway through double doors. The light and airy space, stretching from the front to the back of the house, has windows to the side and the rear and double glazed sliding patio doors to the front. These can be opened to a balcony, from which there are views over Monmouth to the Kymin, topped by its distinctive Georgian castellated Round House. An attractive, modern fireplace, currently housing a coal effect gas fire, has the benefit of a chimney, with potential to be opened up or used for a wood burning stove. Next door to the living room is a large study, ideal for those working full or part-time from home. For family mealtimes, there's plenty of space for a table in the generous kitchen/breakfast room, which, whilst serviceable, could benefit from updating. Across the hallway from the kitchen is a formal dining room with double doors to a further lounge. The lounge, which can also be accessed directly from the hallway, has double, sliding doors opening to a side patio, perfect for summer dining al fresco. Being right next door to a modern, ground floor shower room, the lounge also has potential as a ground floor bedroom. The flexible space could also be arranged as a guest annexe, incorporating the dining room. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a handy utility room, situated off the kitchen, which has a door opening to the back garden. Upstairs there are four double bedroom, all benefitting from useful built-in wardrobes and with two of them enjoying outstanding views over the town towards the beautiful Wye Valley. The master bedroom has a modern ensuite bathroom with a bath with a shower over and there is also a well-fitted family bathroom. The well-presented house benefits from lots of practical storage space, it is double glazed and has been decorated throughout. Outside - The property is approached over a long, tarmac driveway which leads through the middle of the front garden to a large parking and turning area in front of a double garage. The vendor particularly appreciates the property's quiet and private surroundings. The mature, wrap-around gardens of 0.63 acres are secluded by neat, high hedging, yet, commanding an elevated spot, they benefit from lovely views of the Monmouthshire hills. Patios to the front and side of the house also take advantage of the lovely outlook. The gardens are laid to lawn, with flower beds and mature trees and there is a wooden garden shed. AGENT'S NOTE: We are advised that probate has been applied for on the property. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garage - Parking

4 bd

Monmouth

USD 1,119,807

A much loved period family home for over half a century, Cherry Orchard combines fine Georgian character with features of an earlier dwelling. This impressive house is located a few miles from both the historic town of Abergavenny and the picturesque town of Crickhowell. Occupying a semi rural setting within a short distance of excellent road and rail links. The house sits in generous gardens of just under an acre with the most magnificent views across the Usk valley. Overview A fine example of a substantial family home with origins in the 17th century and extended in Georgian times. Rarely do houses with Georgian proportions and features become available in the Abergavenny area, especially situated in such a pretty setting within the hamlet of Llanwenarth with its historic Church and splendid views. This much loved property, a family home for over 50 years, provides a great opportunity for the new owners to utilise the extensive accommodation to create their own wonderful space for the next generation - incorporating both the magnificent, high ceilinged principal living rooms to the front of the house and the formal dining room and spacious kitchen/utility area to the rear. Ground Floor The ground floor accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall with archway through to the central hallway, leading on one side to the sitting room featuring an open fireplace and enjoying a dual aspect to the front and side. On the opposite side of the entrance hall is the bright and sunny morning room with a window seat looking out onto the front garden and with views towards the surrounding countryside. From the morning room is a door to the large separate dining room which has a feature bay window to the side. In addition, leading from the rear hallway and located in the original part of the house is a kitchen/breakfast room with larder, a cloakroom, plus a doorway down to the cellar. Connected to the kitchen at the rear is a separate utility room, attached to which is a workshop with W.C. and store room. ... An impressive staircase rises from the hallway and sweeps up following the curvature of the wall, typical of the Georgian era, to the impressive and light landing with picture window and original cornice. First Floor The staircase rises from the entrance hall and leads to a split level landing with an interesting curved door, at half level, the stairs continue to the main landing. Through the curved door, above the original part of the house, are two large double bedrooms together with a spacious family bathroom and a shower room. Off the landing at this level are sliding doors opening up to a staircase leading to two large attic rooms. The main landing is more typical in style of a Georgian property with a window at the top of the stairs affording views across the front garden towards the countryside beyond. The landing provides access to 3 bedrooms, two to the front with a southerly aspect overlooking the garden and one to the side. Outside Cherry Orchard is approached off a country lane through a metal gate opening into an extensive parking area set back behind the stone boundary wall, with ample parking and access to an open fronted car port, the perfect location to position a charging point for electric vehicles. The gardens and grounds amount to circa an acre and are located to the front and rear of the house. To the front are the more formal gardens with a raised terrace and lawned garden both with a southern aspect, perfect for enjoying the beautiful views. To the rear of the house is a second, less formal, mature garden and orchard with specimen trees including silver birch, larch, eucalyptus and apple. The gardens have been lovingly created and tended over many years, with vibrant colours coming into the fore during the spring and early summer months. The front and side gardens adjoin open fields with uninterrupted views. Location The property is located to the west of Abergavenny in the small hamlet of Llanwenarth. Around 4 miles further west is the popular town of Crickhowell, voted ‘UK Best High Street 2018’. Crickhowell is a thriving community with individual shops and a range of amenities including library, doctors’ surgery, dentist, schools, restaurants, public houses and a well-regarded secondary school. The market town of Abergavenny, approximately 2.8 miles from the property, offers a wider range of amenities including shops, primary and secondary schools, banks, doctors, dentists, library and a general hospital. Abergavenny has a leisure centre with swimming pool and there is also a cinema and theatre. The area around Abergavenny and Crickhowell is well known for its many high quality restaurants. ... Abergavenny has a mainline railway station and good road links for commuting. The property is situated within easy reach of the commercial centres of south Wales via the recently improved Heads of the Valley road and the A40/A449 linking to the M4, M5 and M50 motorways for Cardiff, Bristol and the Midlands. Tenure Freehold. Agent's Note Please note that there is a tree preservation order within the boundary of Cherry Orchard. Services Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating system. Drainage is via a cesspit. Energy Performance Certificate To view the full EPC please visit: https:// find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council. Council Tax Band H. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Garden

5 bd

Abergavenny

USD 721,653

An individually designed modern home offering space and light together with a generous enclosed garden. Located in the popular village of Llanddewi Rhydderch, this much loved family home offers the opportunity of living in a semi rural hamlet bordering the Bannau Brycheiniog (formerly Brecon Beacons) National Park and yet, only a few miles from main road and railway transport links. Ideally placed circa 4 miles from Abergavenny and 14 miles from Monmouth, the village has a welcoming community and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Ground Floor Typical of the era, this 1960’s built house may not have the exterior appeal of a stone country cottage but it’s unique design offers a spacious and light house, perfect for a family home. Add to this the village location and excellent transport links, Ein Ty Ni offers an opportunity to enjoy living in a well proportioned home in a semi rural location. The original house was purchased by the present owners circa 12 years ago and was significantly remodelled and updated, creating a house with generously sized rooms with the flexibility of open plan living combined with private spaces too. Decorated in neutral tones which reflect the natural light flooding through the large windows, this really is a house that offers more than the exterior would suggest. Steps lead up to the entrance porch which opens into the welcoming entrance hall, with doors to the principal ground floor accommodation. ... A large kitchen/dining room, with wood burning stove is perfect for family meals or entertaining, with large glazed windows to the side of the house. The kitchen is comprehensively fitted with a range of cream fronted cupboards, integrated appliances, and ample space for cooking and storage. Continue through to the large sitting room, which has a log burning stove as a focal point. The sitting room has a separate door and staircase to one side leading up to a study/hobby area above the attached garage, perfect for working from home or for a teenager’s den. From the sitting room is a door down to the garage which has glazed doors to the rear. The garage could, subject to any necessary planning consents, provide further living space. To the opposite side of the sitting room is a door to a useful porch/storage area with door to outside. Light floods into the sitting room from the two sets of double doors opening onto both the conservatory and the garden. ... The conservatory is the perfect room from which to enjoy views across the garden or simply sit and enjoy a coffee and read a book. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a useful W.C. First Floor Rising from the entrance hall is the staircase to the first floor landing which provides access to the 4 well proportioned bedrooms. To the front of the house are two bedrooms, to the side a bedroom currently used as a dressing room, and to the rear of the house the principal bedroom suite (previously two bedrooms) with ample space for bedroom furniture and with a door to an en-suite shower room. The first floor accommodation is completed by a family bathroom. Outside The house is approached via a private driveway off a country lane. The driveway has space for parking plus the attached garage and detached pitched roof garage (added by the current owners). A path continues along the side of the house to an expansive rear garden with two terraces adjoining the rear of the house. Beyond the terraces are a small pond and a lawn with mature shrubs and trees. The garden is perfect for a family to enjoy or for an avid gardener to landscape further. Adjoining open fields to the rear, the garden provides a delightful outdoor space to relax and enjoy the peaceful location. Location Situated in the village of Llanddewi Rhydderch with its village hall holding community events throughout the year and with an active church and chapel. There are also views of the local Skirrid and Sugar Loaf mountains. The historic market town of Abergavenny, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Brecon Beacons / Bannau Brycheiniog National Park” is approximately 4 miles away and lies on the banks of the River Usk. The town offers a wide range of amenities including shops, public houses and restaurants, places of worship, doctor and dentist surgeries, a cinema, theatre and secondary school. Abergavenny also has a leisure centre with indoor swimming pool. The town of Monmouth voted by the Sunday Times as one of the top 3 towns to live in the UK, is circa 14 miles away. ... Abergavenny, Monmouth and surrounding villages offer primary schools and high schools with public schools located in Monmouth and Newport. Some of the primary schools have transportation to collect children from their homes. The area is well known for it’s outdoor recreational activities. For gastronomic enthusiasts, there are several well renowned local restaurants and Abergavenny hosts a prestigious annual Food Festival. The property is within circa 3 miles of the A40, A4042 and A465 trunk routes which in turn lead to the M4/M5/M50 motorway network and onto the cities of Bristol (circa 50 miles), Cardiff (circa 35 miles) and Hereford (circa 30 miles). A mainline railway station can be found in Abergavenny circa 4 miles. Tenure Freehold. Services The property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating and Fibre Broadband Energy Performance Certificate To view the full EPC please visit: https:// find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council. Council Tax Band Band - F. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Consumer Protection Regulations From Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine and Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Garage - Garden

4 bd

Abergavenny

USD 2,301,825

This handsome former parsonage with 19 acres of land, a charming two-bedroom holiday cottage and five stables is set in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, close to the England/Wales border and to the market town of Monmouth. Ideal for a family looking for a spacious country home, it is well situated for the excellent local schools, convenient for commuters, and offers the chance to keep horses, ponies or livestock and an opportunity to run and possibly further develop a lucrative tourism business. With an impressive, Georgian appearance yet with a wonderful, welcoming ambience, the Grade II listed house has six bedrooms, four reception rooms, a first floor library, adaptable attic rooms and study space for home working. The property was developed into an eighteenth century parsonage from a small seventeenth century farmhouse. It was extended further in the nineteenth century, when the Victorian wing was added. Its wealth of historic features include exposed beams and open fireplaces, formal Georgian rooms with high ceilings, decorative cornicing and period fireplaces and Victorian features including cast iron fire grates and built-in cupboards. "It is a generously proportioned house, but to me, it doesn't feel grand, it feels homely. It is lovely at all times of the year. In the summer it has a beautiful quiet coolness about it. In the winter, with the log burners going, it is brilliant for lying on the sofa with the dogs and watching TV. And it really comes into its own when you are having parties. It has a lovely flow and because of the great room sizes, you have to have a lot of people in the house before it feels even slightly full!" "What I also love about it is the land and my favourite view is looking back at the house from the fields." The house commands a lovely situation in the pretty village of Welsh Newton, in the extreme south west of Herefordshire, where it is surrounded by undulating countryside and wonderful walks, yet near to the A466 Hereford to Monmouth road, which gives good access to both the market town and the cathedral city. Some three and a half miles away, Monmouth has a variety of independent shops, tempting tea rooms and coffee shops and both a Waitrose and an M&S Food. It boasts good leisure and recreation facilities and nearby world-class golf courses. Welsh Newton is in the catchment area for Monmouth's well-regarded state schools. The Haberdashers' Monmouth independent boys' and girls' schools and the Llangattock School Monmouth with Monmouth Montessori Nursery are also nearby. From Monmouth, motorway links give easy access to Cardiff, Bristol and the Midlands, making Welsh Newton convenient for commuters. Step Inside:- - The house is approached along a circular carriage driveway. The attractive facade is almost symmetrical, with large sash windows, French doors onto the garden from the Victorian wing and a central entrance door with a canopied porch and a decorative fanlight over. The front door opens to a large hall which is full of historic character, with flagstone flooring, exposed beams and a beamed fireplace with a log burner. Through an archway, an attractive elliptical staircase leads to the first floor. To one side of the hall is a study and an inner hallway leads to a stunning, light and airy drawing room/family room. The elegant, high ceilinged drawing room has a period marble fireplace and French doors to the front of the property, with their original shutters. Further French doors lead out to the south-facing, sun-trap side garden. The drawing room opens up to the family room which has a further set of French doors to the side garden. The family room has a fireplace with a wood burner. Either side of the fireplace are attractive arched recesses with built-in shelving. Situated in the oldest part of the house is an atmospheric dining room, with flagstone flooring, an exposed stone wall and original beams. A corner fireplace, with a timber mantel, houses a wood burner. A wide, period ledge and brace door opens to the kitchen. There are lots of quirky, historic features in this house, like this doorway, which is supposed to be wide enough for cider barrels to be rolled through it. The kitchen has flagstone flooring and solid wood units with granite work surfaces. There's a halogen hob, a Bosch double oven and a Rayburn set into an alcove. A window over the kitchen sink looks out over a terrace and herb garden to the paddocks beyond. There is a utility room adjacent to the kitchen. In this part of the house there is also a cosy, dual aspect TV room, with a flagstone floor, a wood burner set in a fireplace with a wood mantel over and a Victor.. Upstairs, there are two pretty bedrooms in the Victorian wing, one with a similar built-in cupboard and a period fireplace with a cast iron grate. These two rooms share an adjacent shower room. Two further, charming bedrooms, one with exposed beams, share a bathroom. In the Georgian part of the house, two spacious double bedrooms each have an ensuite bathroom. The first floor accommodation also includes a large library with built-in shelving along one wall, a central, exposed beam, a window overlooking the front garden and a fireplace with a cast iron grate. Off the library is a study. The adaptable accommodation in the attic comprises two rooms each with a galleried area above and a further room with Velux roof windows and an exposed A-frame. There is also a bathroom on this floor. Outside - The property stands in lovely gardens, screened from the road by a large Beech hedge and established trees and planting. A large circular lawn to the front is bisected by a brook, alongside which there are mature trees including oak, sweet chestnut and a Corsican pine. There is also a large magnolia and along the front of the property are attractive shrub borders. There are enclosed, south-facing lawns at the side of the house and a paved terrace runs along the back of the property, where there is a herb terrace, an oblong fish pond and a further area of lawn. Alongside the house is a detached former barn which has been converted into a high quality, contemporary self-catering unit with a cottagey feel and a successful letting history. There's a ground floor bedroom and a charming loft bedroom with exposed oak beams. Both bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and there is a large open plan living space, comprising kitchen, breakfast area and sitting room. Outside there is a parking area for two cars and a lawned garden. The grounds also include a stable block with five stables, a level area of land previously used for a manège and three well-fenced fields, currently used for keeping sheep but ideal as horse paddocks. There could be scope to further develop the tourism business, subject to planning, with the amount of land providing, for example, the opportunity for holiday yurts. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. 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6 bd

Monmouth

USD 1,088,701

The Old Rectory, as the name implies, is the former rectory for the neighbouring St Cadocs Church which lies behind the house. The house is situated in a peaceful corner of a popular village located between Abergavenny and Monmouth. Steeped in history with a wealth of features and much character, it is believed parts of the house date from the 19th century. The Old Rectory is tucked away surrounded by open farmland with views towards the mountains beyond, the River Usk is within a short walk and provides a tranquil setting to enjoy a peaceful stroll and the resident wildlife. Full of period touches, this much loved family home offers spacious rooms which are located over the 3 floors of the main house plus a single storey annexe. Outside, the house is approached via a wooden 5 bar gate opening onto a gravelled driveway with ample parking. The glorious gardens lie to the front, side and rear of the house which adjoins open fields to one side and the Church to the rear – the windows are all oriented towards the gardens and open countryside. Ground Floor Entered via a front door through an entrance porch/boot room into a welcoming entrance hall with the original staircase rising to the first floor and access to the principal rooms. The modern well fitted kitchen, with range cooker, opens into a spacious conservatory/breakfast area which is flooded with light and offers a wonderful outlook across the garden. This delightful room has a glass atrium, glazed sides and doors to the front garden with views across open fields, the perfect location to enjoy breakfast or a mid morning cup of coffee. Beyond the kitchen is a snug with exposed beams and fireplace with woodburning stove, again the two windows offer natural light and views. ... A door leads to the impressive dining room with wood panelled walls and exposed timbers. Adjoining the dining room is the drawing room full of character and features with large feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Off the entrance hall is a walk in pantry with the original cold stone slabs and a utility room/W.C. Annexe A single storey annexe can be accessed from its own external door. The annexe has been an established holiday let since 2014 but would make an ideal guest suite, living space for a dependant relative or perhaps a studio/work from home space (subject to any necessary consents). The annexe comprises, on one level : Entrance hall, open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room, WC, 2 bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom. First Floor The first floor can be accessed via two staircases, the original staircase with turned balustrade and hand rail from the entrance hall and one from the dining room, both leading to the spacious first floor which offers: 4 bedrooms and two bathrooms. The bedrooms are all very well proportioned, the principal bedroom having two windows with lovely views. The first floor, mirrors the ground floor, in terms of character and features. Second Floor A staircase leads from the first floor landing to the second floor where 2 attic bedrooms are located, ideal for teenagers or occasional guest bedrooms. These rooms could be used as study/ studio space and offer useful eaves storage and cupboard storage space along the corridor. Outside The property is entered via a five bar gate, the boundary is an attractive low level stone wall. Lawns, trees and planted beds. To the left of the driveway is an area of beautiful, mature gardens with a stone terrace adjoining the conservatory, a perfect place to enjoy outside dining whist enjoying views across open countryside. To the right of the driveway is the large lawned garden with a vegetable patch, shrubs and trees, including two mature walnut trees and an apple tree. In addition, there is a glass greenhouse and sheds. Location The property is situated within the small, attractive village known as The Bryn, around four miles from Abergavenny centre. The Bryn has a community shop, post office, village hall and church and is on a bus route to Abergavenny and Monmouth. Nearby is the famous Usk Valley Walk offering riverside, woodland and field paths through the surrounding beautiful countryside. The historic town of Abergavenny offers a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, chain stores and individual shops. There are well- regarded primary and secondary schools, good sports and leisure facilities including a theatre and cinema, doctors’ and dentists’ surgeries and a general hospital. The property is close to excellent transport networks with access to the A465, A40, A4042 and A449 linking to the M4/M5/M50 motorways. A mainline railway station and bus station can be found in Abergavenny. Services The property is connected to mains electricity and water. Oil fired central heating. New private drainage system installed October 2023. The annexe is on a separate boiler. LPG Gas. Energy Performance Certificate To view the full EPC please visit: https:// find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/ ... Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council. Council Tax Band H. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Agent's Notes The property is a field away from the River Usk but to the vendor’s knowledge has never flooded. Please note that the field in front on the wall on the images is not included within the boundary. Tenure Freehold. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Garden

6 bd

Abergavenny

USD 852,298

This inspired conversion of an historic cart house provides characterful, contemporary living space in a convenient rural environment, offering easy access to the M4 and major towns and cities. It was the combination of the peaceful, pastoral surroundings and the proximity to the motorway network, for commuting and for visiting family nearby, that drew the vendors to this lovely spot. Taking on a run-down farm building, in 2005, they have completed a stylish transformation, which retains charming reminders of the property's former use. They have made particular features of the four large arched openings along one side, which would have been the doorways for the carts. "We wanted to keep the atmosphere of the barn, which is 200 to 250 years old," As a result of their efforts, the traditional stone-built barn is now a stunning, three-bedroom family home, with a farmhouse-style kitchen and two light-filled reception rooms. The immaculately-presented property has a warm and welcoming ambience and features oak double glazed windows, high standards of insulation and underfloor heating throughout, powered by an energy-efficient Geo Thermal ground source heat pump. "Everybody remarks on how cosy and warm the barn is and yet it also has a contemporary feel. Also, thanks to my favourite features, those lovely big windows, it is very, very light. It is lovely to come home to." The property also benefits from ample parking, a large double garage (with potential for conversion, subject to necessary consents), well-planned, enclosed gardens and a peaceful, rural outlook, over neighbouring paddocks towards the River Severn. It is situated among a small cluster of three converted barns, once used as a dairy farm. "It is totally private, but part of a small community, so you don't feel alone. But when you open the front door the first thing you see is the horses in the neighbouring fields and that's gorgeous." Sgubor Fach is within easy reach of junction 23A of the M4, meaning for work, shopping, leisure and entertainment, there is easy access to nearby towns and cities such as Chepstow, Newport, Cardiff, Bristol, Monmouth and Abergavenny. Meanwhile, the little town of Magor is just a five-minute drive away. At the heart of this charming town is a vibrant and historic square filled with a variety of independent shops, including a delicatessen which also sells fresh fruit and veg. The town boasts a local Post Office, a handy convenience store and a choice of cafes, pubs, restaurants and takeaways. "It's a beautiful little place to go and do the shopping. There are two lovely cafés in the square and you can sit outside in the summer and sometimes there is a saxophonist playing there." Magor is a lively, welcoming and family-friendly community, hosting events throughout the year, from wassailing in the community orchard to Christmas carols in Magor Square. The community is served both by a Church in Wales Primary School, which has close links with Magor's Church of St Mary the Virgin and also by Undy Primary School. From the doorstep of Sgubor Fach there is access to beautiful country walks. The property is situated close to the Severn Estuary, on the Gwent Levels, a landscape of international significance and home to a great diversity of wildlife. Nearby Magor Marsh, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, is a tranquil environment teeming with wildfowl and fauna. Step Inside:- - The quality of the conversion is evident throughout this property, which features a wealth of bespoke joinery, including oak exterior doors, interior ledge and brace oak doors, with traditional wrought iron door furniture and unpainted oak skirting boards throughout. In the four former cart archways, bespoke oak and glazed French doors are inset in glazed side panels. An attractive entrance hall, with a large hall cupboard, leads through to the living room, dining room and kitchen/diner. These rooms run along the back of the house and each features one or more of the cart archways. At the heart of this home is the recently refurbished, fitted kitchen, which has a light, bright feel. Shaker-style units incorporate a range of integrated appliances and there is a Range-style oven with a seven-ring propane gas hob with a stainless steel cooker hood over. There is room for a family dining table and an arched door opens directly to a decked area, perfect for outdoor dining. Off the kitchen is a compact utility room with a Belfast sink, access to a useful under stairs storage cupboard and a double glazed oak door to the front of the property. Both the kitchen and utility room have slate tiled floors. Next to the kitchen is a formal dining room, which features another of the arched doorways into the garden. This room and the adjoining living room have practical wood effect laminate flooring, as does the hallway. The spacious living room has a vaulted ceiling and features two arched doors into the garden. Arrow-slit windows in the end wall lend historic character and a freestanding multi-fuel stove forms a focal point. Off the entrance hallway is a downstairs WC with feature wood panelling. Stairs lead from the hallway to three bedrooms, which all enjoy lovely views. There is a double room with a fully-tiled ensuite shower room, whilst the principal bedroom and a further single room share use of a luxurious, fully-tiled Jack and Jill family bathroom. This has a door from the principal bedroom and from the landing. Both the double bedroom and the principal bedroom have built-in wardrobes. Outside - The property sits in delightful, landscaped, private gardens and enjoys lovely, rural surroundings, overlooking fields and paddocks belonging to a neighbouring livery. A large gravel driveway, providing parking for up to six cars, gives access to an oversized double garage, a block-built building faced with wood to give an agricultural appearance. The garage has loft space above and is used for storage as well as for cars. Subject to planning, it could be converted into annexe accommodation. The gardens include a level area of lawn divided from the neighbouring paddocks by post and rail fencing. The remainder of the garden is fully enclosed and comprises a further lawn, with shrub and flower borders retained by reclaimed stone from the site. There is a large patio area and a gate in a lovely old stone wall leads round to the decking and lawn at the back of the house. Two original stone sheds (one of them once an outside WC) provide garden storage. A wooden structure attached to the property houses the Geo Thermal heating unit. To take full advantage of the long distance views, they vendors have built a raised decking in one corner of their garden. "It has the best view in the whole place. You can see across to the Severn Estuary and the two Severn bridges." Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Parking - Garage - Garden

3 bd

Llanvair-Discoed

USD 2,021,874

Nestled in the Monmouthshire countryside in the highly desirable village of Bettws Newydd, overlooking its own grounds and the woodlands of the Usk Valley, sits this magnificent, high quality country property. A rare find, this large five-bedroom home has two spacious and characterful reception rooms, a lovely formal dining room and a farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room that's provided a hub for family life. The property has been lovingly maintained by the vendors for the past 20 years, during which time they have added a stunning Amdega conservatory to take full advantage of the peaceful, private location and the idyllic rural views. The property sits in gardens and grounds of approximately 1.4 acres. It enjoys truly special, neatly-tended, south-facing walled gardens, full of mature shrubs and planted for seasonal colour and there is a paddock of approximately half an acre nearest the house. "We were looking for a rural lifestyle and we were attracted by the location, which is close to Usk and Abergavenny, two historic towns which we knew well. It is also commutable to Cardiff, Bristol, Hereford and Cheltenham. Bettws Newydd is a premium village with an ancient church, lovely old pub and one of the oldest yew trees in the country." The vendors were also drawn to the property's historic charm and the way its careful and stylish conversion, some 10 years previously, had seamlessly blended 200-year-old farm buildings with new additions, built using matching reclaimed stone under a welsh slate roof and featuring oak beams, and solid wood doors "You are conscious both of a sense of history and of the exceptional build quality." The picturesque Monmouthshire village of Bettws Newydd is about 3.5 miles north of the pretty riverside market town of Usk, where there is a Church in Wales Primary School. It is about 7 miles from the shops, schools and facilities in the larger medieval market town of Abergavenny. The property is also ideally positioned for access to Monmouth (12.8 miles distant). The name of the village means "new prayer house in Welsh", as it was founded by the 6th century Irish Saint Aedan of Ferns. The grounds of Lodge Farm adjoin those of the lovely, ancient church of St Aeddan's, which is Grade I listed and where the veteran yews include one of particular age and notoriety. It's the church where the vendors' son got married, with the reception being held in a marquee in the property's gorgeous gardens. The Usk Valley Walk runs through the area and near the village is a large Iron Age hillfort at Coed-y-bwnydd, in the care of the National Trust. The village pub and restaurant, The Black Bear Inn, is a short stroll from the property. The vendors also enjoy a lovely country walk from their door, up to the hillfort and over the hill to The Clytha Arms - "frequently voted as the best real ale pub in Wales". Step Inside:- - The house has a charming ambience and a wonderful flow, with a spacious, airy feel. "It is south-facing so the rooms have lots of light, which is quite unusual for an old property. We also have beautiful views from the house, looking down the Usk Valley and to the Black Mountains beyond" The front door opens from a clay paviour courtyard to a large and attractive entrance/dining hall, with an oak beam and exposed stone pillars adding character. This room is used for formal dining and entertaining. Meanwhile, the large farmhouse kitchen, converted from a former single-storey cowshed, is the heart of the family home. With space for a large table for informal get-togethers, it has characterful exposed ceiling timbers and slate flooring. It is fitted with cottage-style wall and base units and features an Aga which runs on LPG. The worksurfaces are granite and limestone tiles have been used for the splashback behind the Aga. The kitchen sink is placed under a window overlooking the courtyard. Next door to the kitchen is a useful fitted utility room with a Belfast sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. The other side of the kitchen is a cosy snug/study with built-in cupboards and shelving and a fireplace, with a wooden surround, housing an LPG fire. There are two fabulous reception rooms leading off from the dining room, both full of character. They both overlook the gardens and have French doors to a sunny patio. The drawing room has feature beams and ceiling timbers. An imposing stone fireplace with a rustic oak mantel houses a large multi-fuel stove. The sitting room, part of a converted 200-year-old barn, has exposed beams and an exposed stone wall and there is a wood burning stove in an open fireplace. A door from the sitting room opens to the stunning cedar wood Amdega conservatory. This was added to the property 15 years ago, in a style that is in sympathy with the rest of the house. It has limestone flooring with electric underfloor heating and features the exposed stone exterior walls of the property. It makes a wonderful, atmospheric dining and entertaining space. "It's a great addition for all seasons and it gives a sense of living in the garden." The conservatory also links the main property to a further utility area and a double garage with an ensuite bedroom over. The vendors currently use the garage space as a gym and for a sauna. With its own independent heating/hot water system, there is potential for this part of the property to be converted into an annexe , subject to planning permission. In the main house, there is also a downstairs WC, whilst from the dining hall, a staircase leads up to the first floor landing. The beautiful principal suite has a walk-through dressing room with bespoke oak wardrobes along one side. The wardrobes continue along two walls of the bedroom. This room has a vaulted ceiling featuring exposed timbers. French doors open to a balcony with lovely views over the walled garden and the pastureland and wooded Usk Valley beyond. There is a luxurious ensuite with a bath and a steam shower. There are three further, charming double bedrooms, one with a well-presented open plan walk in shower and the others served by a family bathroom with a slate floor, bath.. Outside - The house enjoys a secluded situation, off a quiet lane in the most historic part of the village. A private driveway leads to ample parking space for four cars in front of the double garage/annexe. The house sits in beautiful, mature, formal gardens bordered by walls constructed of reclaimed stone. The garden features some lovely established trees and is planted with spring bulbs and shrubs including a mature fig tree, rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias, hydrangeas. There is a large patio for outdoor dining and a sun trap gravelled garden area is used for barbeques. There is a paddock of approximately half an acre nearest the house, with a modern barn which the vendor uses as a workshop, store and garage for four vehicles including a tractor. This has the potential to be a pony paddock and the vendors also considered siting a tennis court there. "We love the tranquillity of Lodge Farm, as well as being surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife within the Bettws Newydd conservation area. When our children were growing up here, the garden and land made a real adventure playground for them and for our Cocker Spaniel." AGENT'S NOTE: There is additional land available, if required, by separate negotiation. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garage - Garden - Parking

5 bd

Usk

USD 1,368,653

This stylish, detached, five-bedroom country home, designed to accommodate the needs of a growing family, enjoys a sought-after rural location on the edge of Llanvaches, with easy access to Chepstow, Newport and Cardiff. Set in gardens and grounds of nearly 4.5 acres, the well-planned living space along with the detached double garage boasts an impressive 3,500 sq ft. The equestrian facilities comprise a paddock and a stone-built stable block with three stables. It is being sold with no onward chain. Situated beneath Wentwood Forest, The Glenties is surrounded by beautiful countryside and enjoys outstanding views, towards the Severn Estuary, through the trees and up to Gray Hill, known for its ancient stone circle. It also benefits from a peaceful situation. When we moved here, "we couldn't believe how dark and quiet it was at night. All we could hear was owls." The handsome, 1930's-style property has been a much-loved family home since the owners converted it from a small farmhouse 48 years ago. "We brought up our four children here and we extended it to what it is today as our family grew. It has made a really good family home. The level lawns made a wonderful place for my children to play and now that I have grandchildren and great grandchildren, when they come on a Sunday it's a lovely, safe place for them to play, too." The paddock and the stables, which the owners also built, have further contributed to their lifestyle. "I had always wanted somewhere with land for animals. We bought baby lambs for the children and I kept goats. My daughter also had two horses here for 20 years and she used to ride them on the bridleways in Wentwood Forest." The largest ancient woodland in Wales, Wentwood Forest also provides walking and cycling opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The Glenties is situated on the edge of the popular and friendly village of Llanvaches, which lies just north of the A48 road. Langstone Primary School is some 3.6 miles distant and the property is within easy reach of the schools and facilities in Caldicot (approximately 6 miles), in the market town of Chepstow (approximately 8 miles) and in the city of Newport, some 10 miles distant. Country pubs within a short drive of the property include the Rock & Fountain and The Woodland Tavern in nearby Llanvair Discoed. The property is ideally situated for commuters, benefitting from convenient access to the A48 and M4, bringing Bristol, Cardiff and Newport within easy reach. There is also good access to the A449 and M50 for travel to the Midlands. Step Inside:- - A pair of purpose-made, arched oak doors open into an outer hall, from which another attractive pair of part-glazed, arched oak doors lead into the welcoming reception hall. This leads through to the spacious farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room, situated at the rear of the house. "This has always been the hub of our home and there is a settee in there as well because everyone always gathers in the kitchen when I am cooking." The kitchen has high quality granite floor tiles and is fitted with a comprehensive range of hand-made pippy oak wall and base units, with a matching dresser and bookshelf. The base units have granite worktops and there is a double Belfast sink placed under the window, enjoying view over the side garden. There is a five-oven Aga, with a tiled splashback, set in an attractive purpose-built surround. At one end of the room, where there is space for a large family dining table, there is an inset wood effect gas fire. French doors from the dining area lead out to a wrap-around patio where there is a pergola, used for outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located off the kitchen there is a utility room, with bespoke Shaker-style cupboards and a purpose-built surround for an American-style fridge/freezer. There is an airing cupboard, under-counter space for a washing machine and tumble dryer and a door giving access to the back garden. The window overlooking the back garden has a black slate windowsill. At the front of the house are two spacious reception rooms. The elegant, formal dining room is flooded with light from a wide bay window to the front and two windows to the side. "It is wonderful for when everyone comes for Sunday lunch. At Christmas, it comfortably accommodates 16 people for sit-down dinner or about 30 people, more informally, on Boxing Day." The equally impressive lounge has two bay windows overlooking the front garden and features a decorative Victorian cast iron fireplace, bought from a reclamation yard. This hous.. At the rear of the property, there is a third reception room, which lends itself to a variety of uses and would make a comfortable study for working from home. It is currently a family lounge. "When my grandchildren visit, it is where they play and watch TV. When my children were teenagers we had a pool table in here and all their friends used to come and use it as a games room." This room enjoys lots of natural light from two windows, one of them a bay window, which both overlook the back gardens. Located at the back of the reception hall there is a downstairs WC. In the hall, there is also a useful storage cupboard. A staircase with oak spindles and an oak banister leads to a spacious first floor landing, where there is another storage cupboard. The landing leads to five generous double bedrooms, two with modern, well-fitted en-suite facilities. The lovely principal suite, at the rear of the property, has a window overlooking the garden and surrounding countryside as well as French doors opening to a Juliet balcony, which enjoys the same delightful outlook. There is a walk-in wardrobe and a modern, fully-tiled en-suite wet room, with a walk-in shower and a heated towel rail. At the front of the house, there is another bedroom which also benefits from an en-suite wet room, with a shower and heated ladder towel rail. This bedroom has a useful office area which could be turned into a dressing room. The three further bedrooms are all spacious, light and airy, with one having windows to three sides. They share a modern, fully-tiled family bathroom with a corner bath and a large walk-in shower. Outside - The property is accessed through electrically-operated wrought iron double gates with an intercom system. An extensive tarmac driveway provides ample parking and leads to a detached double garage, which has an electric up-and-over door. The garage is set back to the side of the house and has the potential to be converted into an annexe, subject to planning. The generous, level, lawned gardens which surround the house are designed for easy maintenance and feature beautiful established trees which include a walnut and horse chestnut. A paved patio, which wraps around the side and back of the house, provides wonderful space for outdoor dining, barbeques and entertaining and can be accessed directly from the kitchen/breakfast/dining space. A pergola, located on the patio, gives shade when needed. Established wisteria climbs up the back and side of the house and the patio is separated from the lawns by a low wall. In a far corner of the back lawn, there is a charming hexagonal summer house with a copper roof. The gardens are bordered on three sides by established hedging and the back garden is separated from the paddock by a post and rail fence. The paddock and stables, which can be accessed separately to the house, through a gate from Windmill Lane, are ideal for keeping horses or animals. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garden

5 bd

Llanvair-Discoed

USD 734,096

A quintessential country cottage with stone and rendered elevations under a slate roof. The cottage is situated alongside the Brecon and Monmouth Canal on the fringe of an historic village, the interior is as pretty as the exterior, tastefully presented and has much character and period features. Aside from the idyllic location alongside the canal, the cottage has glorious views towards the Skirrid Mountain and Brecon Beacons National Park. Overview The cottage was originally a dwelling for a canal worker, the lengthsman, who would have had responsibility for a stretch of the canal and would probably have stored supplies in the cottage for passing boats. The cottage has been extended and refurbished to a high specification providing a beautiful home. Step Inside Sympathetically refurbished, the interior includes flagstone floors, exposed timbers, oak floors and a stone inglenook fireplace in the sitting room. Enter through a wooden door into an entrance hall with a flagstone floor and space for boots and coats. Steps lead down to a lower level where a useful study/storage/laundry room is situated with door to the outside. From the hall, stone steps lead up to an attractive sitting room which is flooded with light from the front windows overlooking the canal and window overlooking the side elevation. The room has much character with stone fireplace housing woodburning stove, wooden floor and exposed timbers. From the sitting room is a door to the kitchen and stairs to the first floor. The spacious and light kitchen dining room is fitted with a comprehensive range of painted wooden cupboards with granite worksurface over. ... A feature of the kitchen is the electric Aga with granite splashback, a nod to the country cottage feel of this beautiful house. Ample space for dining table and chairs. A door leads from the kitchen to a decked area with railings and a gate adjoining the towpath, an ideal place to enjoy the breathtaking views especially the Skirrid, Sugar Loaf and Blorenge Mountains. First Floor There are two sets of stairs from the sitting room. The first lead to a pretty bedroom/sitting room with a window to the side, the second lead to a bathroom with a roll top bath, walk in shower, basin and W.C. at half landing level. The stairs continue to the first floor where two more bedrooms are located. A spacious and light bedroom with a Juliette balcony and superb views and the Principal bedroom with an en-suite shower room and windows overlooking the canal. Outside The property is approached via a gravel driveway which offers off road parking/turning for several cars. The front of the cottage is bordered by a low level stone wall adjoining the canal tow path with a pedestrian wrought iron gate providing access. The mature and established landscaped lawned garden is bordered by planted beds and fruit trees. To one side of the garden is a Wooden outbuilding with a pitched roof, a former stable/tack room which is ideal for storage or could, subject to any necessary consents, be used as a study/annexe. From the kitchen is a raised decked area from which there are breathtaking views. The garden has a water supply and security lighting and a stone built log store. Location Located on the outskirts of Llanover and adjoining the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal, the cottage enjoys an idyllic location whilst being accessible to the A4042 which connects to the A40 and A449 which in turn link to the M4/M5/M50 motorway networks. The historic village of Llanover is located approximately 5 miles from the market town of Abergavenny where a wide range of amenities can be found with chain and individual shops (including a Waitrose supermarket close by), banks, doctors, dentists, theatre, cinema, library, schools and local general hospital. A main line railway station can be found in Abergavenny. The picturesque town of Usk is approximately 5 miles where there are a number of individual shops. The area is renowned for its excellent restaurants/pubs and also for the annual Abergavenny Food Festival which is held each September. ... The historic village of Llanover was the home of Lady Llanover, renowned for her love of the Welsh costume and heritage as well as being the Lady who closed the local inns in the area! The Goose and Cuckoo Pub, a traditional and homely country pub, is situated on the mountain above the village and escaped being closed, the pub together with the local Llanover Village Hall provide a hub for the local community. Many of the properties and land around Llanover still belong to the Llanover Estate and private properties in the area in such an appealing and accessible location are rarely available. Services Oil fired central heating system - under floor heating on lower ground and ground floor, radiators first floor. Private water supply (Llanover Estate) Private drainage Septic tank. Local Authority Monmouthshire County Council. Council Tax Band G. Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries. Tenure The cottage is held Leasehold, a lease of 250 years was granted in June 2007. Peppercorn rent. Private Canal Mooring The cottage has rights to private mooring on the canal directly to the front of the cottage, subject to application and license payment. Fixtures and Fittings Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and are for general guidance only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure to accuracy, these sales particulars must not be relied upon. Please note Fine & Country have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and, therefore, no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Features: - Terrace - Parking - Garden

3 bd

Abergavenny

USD 2,395,143

This magnificent, high quality country property is nestled in the Monmouthshire countryside in the highly desirable village of Bettws Newydd, overlooking its own pastureland and the woodlands of the Usk Valley. A rare find, this large five-bedroom home has two spacious and characterful reception rooms, a lovely formal dining room and a farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room that's provided a hub for family life. The property has been lovingly maintained by the vendors for the past 20 years, during which time they have added a stunning Amdega conservatory to take full advantage of the peaceful, private location and the idyllic rural views. The property sits in gardens and grounds of just under 20 acres. It enjoys truly special, neatly-tended, south-facing walled gardens, full of mature shrubs and planted for seasonal colour. There is a paddock of approximately half an acre nearest the house and the remainder of the land is grazing pasture. "We were looking for a rural lifestyle and we were attracted by the location, which is close to Usk and Abergavenny, two historic towns which we knew well. It is also commutable to Cardiff, Bristol, Hereford and Cheltenham. Bettws Newydd is a premium village with an ancient church, lovely old pub and one of the oldest yew trees in the country." The vendors were also drawn to the property's historic charm and the way its careful and stylish conversion, some 10 years previously, had seamlessly blended 200-year-old farm buildings with new additions, built using matching reclaimed stone under a welsh slate roof and featuring oak beams, and solid wood doors "You are conscious both of a sense of history and of the exceptional build quality." The picturesque Monmouthshire village of Bettws Newydd is about 3.5 miles north of the pretty riverside market town of Usk, where there is a Church in Wales Primary School. It is about 7 miles from the shops, schools and facilities in the larger medieval market town of Abergavenny. The property is also ideally positioned for access to Monmouth (12.8 miles distant). The name of the village means "new prayer house in Welsh", as it was founded by the 6th century Irish Saint Aedan of Ferns. The grounds of Lodge Farm adjoin those of the lovely, ancient church of St Aeddan's, which is Grade I listed and where the veteran yews include one of particular age and notoriety. It's the church where the vendors' son got married, with the reception being held in a marquee in the property's gorgeous gardens. The Usk Valley Walk runs through the area and near the village is a large Iron Age hillfort at Coed-y-bwnydd, in the care of the National Trust. The village pub and restaurant, The Black Bear Inn, is a short stroll from the property. The vendors also enjoy a lovely country walk from their door, up to the hillfort and over the hill to The Clytha Arms - "frequently voted as the best real ale pub in Wales". Step Inside:- - The house has a charming ambience and a wonderful flow, with a spacious, airy feel. "It is south-facing so the rooms have lots of light, which is quite unusual for an old property. We also have beautiful views from the house, looking down the Usk Valley and to the Black Mountains beyond" The front door opens from a clay paviour courtyard to a large and attractive entrance/dining hall, with an oak beam and exposed stone pillars adding character. This room is used for formal dining and entertaining. Meanwhile, the large farmhouse kitchen, converted from a former single-storey cowshed, is the heart of the family home. With space for a large table for informal get-togethers, it has characterful exposed ceiling timbers and slate flooring. It is fitted with cottage-style wall and base units and features an Aga which runs on LPG. The worksurfaces are granite and limestone tiles have been used for the splashback behind the Aga. The kitchen sink is placed under a window overlooking the courtyard. Next door to the kitchen is a useful fitted utility room with a Belfast sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. The other side of the kitchen is a cosy snug/study with built-in cupboards and shelving and a fireplace, with a wooden surround, housing an LPG fire. There are two fabulous reception rooms leading off from the dining room, both full of character. They both overlook the gardens and have French doors to a sunny patio. The drawing room has feature beams and ceiling timbers. An imposing stone fireplace with a rustic oak mantel houses a large multi-fuel stove. The sitting room, part of a converted 200-year-old barn, has exposed beams and an exposed stone wall and there is a wood burning stove in an open fireplace. A door from the sitting room opens to the stunning cedar wood Amdega conservatory. This was added to the property 15 years ago, in a style that is in sympathy with the rest of the house. It has limestone flooring with electric underfloor heating and features the exposed stone exterior walls of the property. It makes a wonderful, atmospheric dining and entertaining space. "It's a great addition for all seasons and it gives a sense of living in the garden." The conservatory also links the main property to a further utility area and a double garage with an ensuite bedroom over. The vendors currently use the garage space as a gym and for a sauna. With its own independent heating/hot water system, there is potential for this part of the property to be converted into an annexe , subject to planning permission. In the main house, there is also a downstairs WC, whilst from the dining hall, a staircase leads up to the first floor landing. The beautiful principal suite has a walk-through dressing room with bespoke oak wardrobes along one side. The wardrobes continue along two walls of the bedroom. This room has a vaulted ceiling featuring exposed timbers. French doors open to a balcony with lovely views over the walled garden and the pastureland and wooded Usk Valley beyond. There is a luxurious ensuite with a bath and a steam shower. There are three further, charming double bedrooms, one with a well-presented open plan walk in shower and the others served by a family bathroom with a slate floor, bath.. Outside - The house enjoys a secluded situation, off a quiet lane in the most historic part of the village. A private driveway leads to ample parking space for four cars in front of the double garage/annexe. The house sits in beautiful, mature, formal gardens bordered by walls constructed of reclaimed stone. The garden features some lovely established trees and is planted with spring bulbs and shrubs including a mature fig tree, rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias, hydrangeas. There is a large patio for outdoor dining and a sun trap gravelled garden area is used for barbeques. There is a paddock of approximately half an acre nearest the house, with a modern barn which the vendor uses as a workshop, store and garage for four vehicles including a tractor. This has the potential to be a pony paddock and the vendors also considered siting a tennis court there. The remainder of the land is grazing pasture, currently used by a local farmer for his sheep and with its own separate access and a modern agricultural building, also used as a tractor and storage shed. There is a stream running through the land and a wildlife pond which attracts herons, ducks and geese. "We love the tranquillity of Lodge Farm, as well as being surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife within the Bettws Newydd conservation area. When our children were growing up here, the garden and land made a real adventure playground for them and for our Cocker Spaniel." Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Garage - Garden - Parking

5 bd

Usk

USD 2,177,402

This magnificent, Grade II listed family home sits in private, part-walled gardens in a Conservation Area at the historic heart of the desirable village of St Arvans, at the gateway to the beautiful Wye Valley. St Arvans Court is an attractive and exceptionally well-presented property, which benefits from three elegant reception rooms, a large, recently fitted family kitchen with a charming breakfast/dining area, seven bedrooms, a home office and a gym with a sauna. The historic house is thought to be Jacobean in origin, with an imposing Georgian addition at the front. It is remarkable for its lovely period features, which include a balcony along the full length of the back of the house and a unique circular sitting room at the front. Other classic detailing includes dado rails, cornicing, some original shutters, some pretty cast iron bedroom fireplaces and traditional cast iron radiators. Charming traditional features in the oldest part of the property include an open stone fireplace and exposed beams. The lovely property has been home to the vendors for the past 25 years and in that time they have lovingly refurbished, modernised and maintained it. It's a special house and has made an absolutely perfect family home. It is peaceful and has a real warmth about it. When we first viewed it, the children loved it, particularly the two attic bedrooms, which they claimed as theirs. The vendors were also attracted to the area, which is very popular with families. St. Arvans is a charming village, situated in the Lower Wye Valley, in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife, it's a good base for those who enjoy walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits. It's also a friendly place with a strong sense of community. The Memorial Hall hosts a busy calendar of events and village facilities include a pub, church, day nursery and two playing fields. Only two miles away, in Chepstow, there are schools, further leisure facilities, a range of independent shops, cafes and restaurants, supermarkets and an M&S Foodhall. This lovely ancient market town is the site of Chepstow Castle, reputedly the earliest stone-built Norman stronghold. Chepstow racecourse is within walking distance of St Arvans and there are golf and leisure facilities at nearby St Pierre Golf & Country Club. From the village, it's only three and a half miles to the Severn Bridge and to the motorway network, bringing Bristol, Newport and Cardiff within easy reach. There are regular trains to London from Bristol Parkway and international flights from Bristol and Cardiff airports. Step Inside:- - The house is rendered and painted, with Welsh slate roofs. It has an attractive, symmetrical facade with sash windows with decorative dripmoulds over. There is a grand, central entrance porch with a front door with pretty leaded panes set below a leaded fanlight. The welcoming entrance hallway has tessellated tiled flooring and an attractive ceiling arch. Solid wood doors open from either side of the hallway to the two elegant, high ceilinged reception rooms which both have sash windows (with their original shutters) overlooking the front of the property. One of these rooms is the gorgeous, circular sitting room, which has two large alcoves either side of an attractive fireplace, housing a wood burning stove. The round room is my favourite place in the winter because it is so cosy and tranquil in there. It is a perfect place to cuddle up on the sofa in front of the log burner. Across the hallway, the second reception room, used as a formal dining room, is perfect for dinner parties and Christmas entertaining. In a similar style to the sitting room, at one end of the room there are two large alcoves with decorative plasterwork in a semi-circular wall, framing a feature fireplace. One alcove houses a purpose-built dresser. In the other there is an intriguing, revolving dumb waiter, which connects with the kitchen. I can't say we have ever used it but it is an unusual feature to have! The kitchen/breakfast room is in the original Jacobean part of the house, at the back of the property, where lower, beamed ceilings lend the rooms traditional character and charm. The stylish, recently refitted kitchen features a range of contemporary, pebble grey units, quartz worksurfaces, splashbacks and upstands, Mandarin Stone porcelain floor tiles and a traditional Belfast sink. The well-planned kitchen includes a large island, plenty of cupboard and drawer space, a comprehensive range of inbuilt appliances and a large larder cupboard. There is a two-oven, oil-fired Aga as well as a separate cooker and hob. A door from the kitchen opens to a side porch which leads to a patio at the side of the house, used for outdoor dining and entertaining. The kitchen leads through to a large breakfast/dining area with three exposed ceiling beams and an impressive stone fireplace, with an oak beam over, housing a huge wood burning stove on a flagstone hearth. With the Aga at one end and the big log burner at the other, this room is really warm and cosy. From the breakfast/dining area, there is a door to the back garden and to one side of the fireplace, five steps lead up to a fitted utility room, with a Belfast sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. This room is in a modern, single storey extension at the side of the house, which could be converted into an annexe if required. A door from the utility room leads through to a study/home office with a large window overlooking the garden as well as a door to the outside. I chose this as my home office because it is quiet and away from the main house and it was an ideal place to work from home, without being disturbed. Beyond the study is a home gym with a sauna, whilst in this extension there is also an integrated single garage, with a courtesy door into the utility room. The downstairs accommodation is completed by a WC situated off the porch to the side of the kitchen. From the entrance hallway a Georgian staircase with turned spindles and a mahogany handrail leads up to a first-floor family living room, which has two sets of French doors to the balcony running along the back of the house. On warm evenings, it is lovely to throw them open to the balcony it brings the outside in. The room has traditional oak flooring and a fireplace with a decorative wood surround housing a wood burning stove. There are also three bedrooms on this floor, including the principal suite, a light and airy space with two sash windows to the front of the property and an arched window to the side. There's a dressing area and a modern ensuite with a contemporary free-standing bath and a steam shower. Also overlooking the front of the house is a double guest bedroom which features a charming cast iron fireplace. At the back of the house, with French doors to the balcony, there is a further double bedroom which has a door to the Jack and Jill family bathroom, also accessible from the hallway. Stairs lead up to a second floor, where, on a half landing, there is a door to a two-bedroom, self-contained apartment, which has its own private access up a metal staircase from the outside. Ideal as separate space for grandparents or grown-up children, the vendors have mainly used it as part of their main accommodation. It was useful having two kitchens when the children were teenagers and entertaining their friends. The stairs lead on up to the two delightful double bedrooms in the attic, both with the A-frame exposed. These are the rooms the children fell in love with. One room has a charming curved window and a door to ample hanging and storage space in the eaves. The other has a porthole window. The rooms share a modern bathroom. Running underneath the front of the house, accessed from the garden or from steps down from the breakfast area, here is a barrel-roofed cellar with a flagstone floor, used for storage. Outside - The house stands in gardens of 0.80 acres, enclosed by an old stone wall on three sides and a tall hedge on the other, providing privacy. One of the beauties of the house is that it is in the village, with houses all around, but it is private and quite quiet. The property is accessed through a pair of wooden gates set in the stone wall. A driveway leads to ample parking in front of the property and then on round to the single garage at the side of the house. There is a mature Wellingtonia at the front of the house and a recently planted rare deciduous Sequoia. There is a large area of lawn at the back of the house and a sheltered patio to one side, perfect for summer barbeques and for a hot tub. An arbour half way up the garden is a lovely place to enjoy the last of the sun. A lavender bed borders a flagstone area under the balcony. An area of garden at the side of the property has been fenced off and contains a raised vegetable bed. It's a perfect-sized garden, completely safe for the dogs. When the children were growing up, the house was always full of their friends. It was fantastic for parties and the garden was a magnet for them all. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would...

7 bd

Saint Arvans

USD 1,119,807

USD 1,057,595

This captivating, five-bedroom country property has cottagey charm, fresh, contemporary appeal and an incomparable long distance outlook over the Wye Valley. What makes this house special is the setting and the views. From the terrace at the back of the house you look towards Trellech on a clear day you can see the spire of Trellech Church - and then you can see 160 degrees all the way round to the eastern bank of the Wye above Tintern. For me, it was the first thing that drew me to the house and second was the setting, almost at the end of a no through road, where it is completely private and not overlooked. The Old Bakery has been sympathetically and extensively extended over many years, changing it from a cosy two-up, two down cottage to create a spacious and attractive home. It has been maintained in excellent condition by the vendors, who bought it 31 years ago and have had a wonderful family life there. It benefits from the loveliest of locations, with 0.63 acres of gardens and wonderful woodland walks from the doorstep. It is within walking distance of the sought-after village of Devauden, a vibrant and sociable community, well served by both a village shop and a garage, with a village hall. A variety of clubs and activities and a lively programme of village events, including an annual music festival. An ideal family home, The Old Bakery is in the catchment for Shirenewton Primary School, which has an excellent reputation. There are further educational establishments in Chepstow (4 miles) and those in Monmouth (12 miles) include the independent Haberdashers Monmouth Schools. The market towns of Monmouth and Chepstow provide a range of leisure facilities, independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Both have an M&S Foodhall and in Monmouth there is a Waitrose. The Old Bakery is also a convenient base for commuters, with good access to the motorway network, bringing Bristol, Newport and Cardiff within easy reach. There are intercity trains to London from Newport and Bristol Parkway and international flights from Bristol and Cardiff airports. STEP INSIDE:- - At the end of a peaceful, no-through country road, a wooden five bar gate opens onto a tree-lined tarmac lane, which leads to the property. There is a large gravelled parking area in front of a detached double garage and a wide pathway leads down to the main entrance door, set under a long storm porch. The main door opens to a charming quarry tiled hall, which doubles as a dining room. A door leads through to the characterful living room, part of the original cottage. The beams in this room, as elsewhere, have been painted white to give an airy, contemporary feel. There is a feature fireplace, believed to have been constructed from reclaimed stone from the property, with an old wooden mantel beam. The fireplace houses a Jotul woodburning stove. Because the old part of the house has such thick stone walls, this room is always cool in summer and lovely and in winter it is really comfy and cosy. From the living room there is a door to the kitchen, which, like the dining hall, has a quarry tiled floor. It is fitted with a range of wooden/wood effect kitchen units with Bosch integrated appliances and a freestanding AEG fridge freezer. In the centre of the room there is plenty of space for a breakfast table. The kitchen has a door to back garden where steps lead up to the generous rear terrace, which takes advantage of the Wye Valley outlook and makes a fantastic outdoor entertaining space. From the kitchen, two large windows overlook the back of the house whilst there's another window over the sink, looking towards the Wye Valley, with the sort of view which must make washing up sheer pleasure! Stairs lead up from the kitchen to a small landing, which widens out into a large study area, with a window to the front of the property. From the landing, a door opens to a sitting room, with French doors directly to the rear terrace. On this floor, there are also two well-presented bathrooms, both with baths and one with a separate shower cubicle. There is a bedroom with an ensuite WC, a further bedroom overlooking the front of the house and a principal bedroom with stunning views of the Wye Valley. This lovely room has an ensuite shower and a walk-in wardrobe. From the upstairs sitting room there is a door to an inner landing, off which there is a useful utility room. There is also a door to a long utility and storage area which runs from the front of the house to the back. This has double arched doors to the front and French doors to the back garden. From the inner landing, stairs rise to a further floor, above the long utility/storage area, where there are two bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room. The vendors added these rooms in 2001 by raising the pitch of the roof at the west end of the house. One of these rooms is currently used as a home office. The property has hardwood double glazed windows throughout and the Worcester Bosch boiler was replaced in 2019. Outside - The property is built to fit the contours of a hillside, which explains the different internal levels. The sloping gardens at the back have been landscaped to provide a large, paved terrace which takes full advantage of the Wye Valley views. It is a big space, very good for barbeques and entertaining and excellent for a gin and tonic after work. Curved stone steps lead up from the terrace to a sloping grassed area, interspersed with mature trees and shrubs. From the front of the property, there are views over fields and wooded countryside. In front of the parking area there is a large flower bed and a sloping lawn. A path leads down from the parking area to the attractive storm porch, probably built in the 1920s, with a tiled roof and wooden supports. In front of this is a seating area. In the early spring it makes a nice place to sit, because it is south facing and sheltered from the wind. Viewings Please make sure you have viewed all of the marketing material to avoid any unnecessary physical appointments. Pay particular attention to the floorplan, dimensions, video (if there is one) as well as the location marker. In order to offer flexible appointment times, we have a team of dedicated Viewings Specialists who will show you around. Whilst they know as much as possible about each property, in-depth questions may be better directed towards the Sales Team in the office. If you would rather a ‘virtual viewing’ where one of the team shows you the property via a live streaming service, please just let us know. Selling? We offer free Market Appraisals or Sales Advice Meetings without obligation. Find out how our award winning service can help you achieve the best possible result in the sale of your property. Legal You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. Features: - Parking - Garage

5 bd

Saint Arvans