Luxury real estate for sale Reynoldston, United Kingdom

Nestled in a peaceful setting, this substantial six-bedroom family home sits at the heart of over 20 acres of land, offering versatile accommodation with potential for a small annex in one wing. The grounds boast a delightful mix of pasture, wooded copices, and gardens, alongside a charming natural lake, providing an idyllic retreat for wildlife enthusiasts. Enhanced by the gentle stream that meanders through the property, the surroundings offer a serene and picturesque backdrop for tranquil living Private setting amidst its own land Large 6 bedroom home with versatile layout 20 acres of mixed land River running through property camping site 5 miles from Llandeilo Description    Introducing Bryn y Cadno, a charming abode whose name translates to 'Hill of the Fox'. As you turn into the private lane leading to Bryn y Cadno, you'll be immediately captivated by the serene beauty of its surroundings. The lane, adorned with snowdrops, crocuses, and later daffodils along the riverbank, offers a picturesque journey. Come spring, the wooded areas burst into carpets of native bluebells, adding to the enchantment The substantial 6 bedroom farmhouse sits comfortably within over 20 acres of mixed grounds including pasture, woodland and the Nant Cwm-Cyfyng river running though with its pretty hump backed stone bridge connecting with the land on the opposite banks. The sellers have capitalised on the serene setting over recent years by creating a camping field in one of the riverside paddocks. .    The main residence offers extensive accommodation with six bedrooms and three to four rooms. One of the wings would make a perfect annex or potential holiday let if a purchaser was seeking an opportunity for an additional income. It is the land that will be the appeal too many, with glorious woodland, pasture, gardens, orchards and attractive wildlife pond. This diverse area has something to suit most, whether that is livetsock, ponies or simply enjoyment of the natural habitat and the privacy that the land affords. ..    The farmstead of Bryn y Cadno has a long and interesting history dating back to the 16th century (1594) with buildings and associated structures forming a group of very distinctive character. The layout of the farmhouse is derived from a longhouse plan with the well preserved cow house on the other side of the stream of an even earlier date. Material in the National Library references the history of Bryn-y-Cadno back over 400 years and gives good reason to suppose that Bryn y Cadno is medieval in origin. Location    Located in the community of Capel Issac, one of the most sought after regions of Carmarthenshire. It is conveniently situated for the popular market town of Llandeilo, about 3 miles, where there is a great range of local shops along with primary and secondary schooling. The County town of Carmarthen is about 16 miles where there is a more comprehensive choice of shopping facilities and the M4 at Pont Abraham about 10 miles providing great access across south Wales and beyond. Walk Inside    A traditional open porch guides you to the main hallway, where a staircase ascends to the first floor. To the left, discover a stunning sitting room boasting an exposed stone wall, complete with a recessed fireplace with woodburning stove and an inviting slate hearth. An impressive stoned capped shelf divides the space, creating a charming study area within the room. On the opposite side of the hallway, a further living room awaits, featuring exposed wooden beams and a deep recess fireplace with a characterful bread oven and gas stove (currently non-operational). Serving as the heart of the home, the kitchen offers a range of fitted floor and wall units, complemented by a ceramic tiled floor, a two-oven oil-fired Aga, and a traditional ceiling beam .    The secondary entrance hall offers ample opportunity for customisation, with potential for subdivision. Accessed from here are practical amenities including a utility room and ground floor toilet, as well as a study in turn leading to an additional sitting room, which could serve as an AirBnB annex, with sevice provisions understood to be in place for a small corner kitchen. Adjacent to this area is a ground floor bedroom suite comprising a generously sized double bedroom and a spacious wet room equipped with a shower, WC, and wash hand basin. Completing the ground floor level is a garden room with a ceramic tiled floor and French doors leading to the front, offering the possibility of separate access. ..    Access to the first floor is facilitated by two main staircases, with the main landing situated in the older section of the property. From here, access is provided to two double bedrooms, a single bedroom, and a family bathroom complete with WC, wash basin, and a panelled bath. The larger of the three bedrooms features its own ensuite bathroom adorned in avocado green, equipped with WC, wash basin, and a panelled bath with shower over. A further staircase leads to the second landing which can also be approached via a door from the larger bedroom, granting access to two additional double bedrooms and a shower room featuring WC, wash basin, and a shower cubicle. Additionally, a further door from one of the bedrooms opens into two sizable rooms currently utilised for storage. Walk Outside    The property enjoys a cluster of traditional buildings, one of which is thought to date back as much as 400 years. The main buildings include the former Cowshed, a large stone built structure; the Stable block, also of stone construction with three stables and the Cart Shed, an open ended stone building. The Land    The land amounts to just over 21 acres or thereabouts as a mixture of level grassed paddocks, woodland, meadows, a natural lake all intersected by a small river that adds to the charm of this wonderful home. The gardens have been well cared for with a series of vegetable beds, mature shrubs and large areas of lawns. NOTES    A number of public footpaths cross the property.

Park Cottage is a beautifully presented and highly individual four bedroom detached family home, located in the exceedingly popular and sought after coastal village of Lee. The house was originally constructed in 1840 and occupies an incredible private, elevated position which enjoys pleasant views over the mature 3/4 of an acre garden. The property offers extremely well balanced living accommodation over two floors that is superbly laid out for family living and entertaining. This stunning property is quite simply in immaculate order throughout with a design that has been focused on practicality, longevity and also benefits from a huge amount of natural light throughout which not only makes the property shine but adds to the welcoming and homely feel. The ground floor comprises of a spacious kitchen with a comprehensive range base level units, matching drawers and space for a dining table and chairs. There is a useful pantry that leads off from the kitchen. Moving through the property to the inner hallway, there is a useful storage cupboard, stairway leading to the first floor and has all doors leading off to the principle rooms. The living room is a very impressive and light filled room with a feature bay window with a glazed door to the garden. There is also an attractive fireplace with exposed stonework and flagstone hearth with wood burning stove. There is also a Victorian former fireplace with hearth at the other end of the room. The dining room is a further large reception room with ample space for a large dining table and chairs. The room also features a Victorian fireplace, exposed ceiling beams and access out to the garden. The study is a good size and features made to measure fitted cupboards and shelving. This room could also be utilized a further bedroom, which would be ideal for a dependant relative. The ground floor is completed with a separate cloakroom and utility room. Moving up through the property onto the first floor landing, there are two Velux skylights and a galleried ceiling. The main bedroom is very impressive double bedroom with a double aspect and features a range of built in wardrobes. The en-suite to the main bedroom is a modern four piece suite comprising of a white roll top claw footed bath, white low level WC, dresser unit with inset vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap, and a walk in shower with tiled flooring. The walk in wardrobe has a range of custom fitted shelving/hanging space and pull out drawers. Bedroom 2 is a good size double room with a feature former Victorian fireplace and built in shelved storage. Bedroom 3 is a further double room also with built in shelved storage. Bedroom 3 also provides access up to the loft space. The guest suite bedroom is light and airy and features a feature former Victorian fireplace, airing cupboard with fitted lagged cylinder and shelving, large walk in wardrobe and a modern three piece shower room en-suite. The family bathroom features a white roll top claw bath tub, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, fully tiled walk in shower and underfloor heating. The outside of this wonderful property is real stand out feature. The property is approached by double pedestrian gates via a gravelled pathway to a sunny aspect patio and terrace. The views that stretch over the mature gardens are simply sunning. The large, landscaped gardens and grounds are an absolute delight and are a haven for birds of all descriptions. There are two main areas of garden that sit just below the property to the front which predominately laid to lawn and are surrounded by a large variety of mature shrubs, attractive flowers and verdant vegetation. These lawned areas are very private and could be used for aesthetic and recreational purposes. There is also a useful lean-to, shed and greenhouse neatly tucked away within the grounds. To the side of the property there is a log store and a three tiered decking area with a covered hot tub. Behind the hot tub, further steps take you up to a gym, which could also be utilized as a home office or work shop. The views at the top of these steps are incredible! From the road there are double opening timber gates that provide access on to a private driveway that has ample space to park multiple cars. There is also a detached double garage with boarded roof storage and solar panels. Opposite the property on the other side of the road, timber double gates lead in to an additional hard standing area with ample parking for several vehicles. The current owners park their campervan in this space and have installed an outdoor power supply which would be suitable to charge electric vehicles. Beyond the hand standing, there is a large separate paddock area of approximately 1 1/4 acres which has a small gently flowing stream which runs along the Southern boundary. Lee is a charming, small coastal village which lies immediately west of the town of Ilfracombe. There is local public house serving food, village hall and church as well as the rocky cove bay and beach and Lee has a very active community with various clubs and associations. Ilfracombe is located just 2 miles away and has a variety of shops and supermarkets including Tesco, Co-Op and Lidl as well as schools for all ages, a theatre, swimming pool, a variety of good quality restaurants, small hospital and health centre as well as the picturesque harbour and quay which is home to Damien Hirst's 'Verity' statue. Barnstaple, which is North Devon's main trading centre, is approximately 14 miles away and has many of the big name shops, a rail link and direct access onto the A361 North Devon link road which joins the M5 at junction 27. The property currently makes for a comfortable home for the growing family but would also suit those seeking a sizeable property to relocate or as a sound holiday investment. This truly exceptional home warrants an early internal inspection to avoid disappointment. Ground Floor Kitchen Living Room 31'8 x 23'9 (9.65m x 7.24m). Dining Room 24'11 x 18'8 (7.6m x 5.7m). Study 16'5 x 12'4 (5m x 3.76m). Utility Room 12' x 5'5 (3.66m x 1.65m). Cloakroom 6' x 4'4 (1.83m x 1.32m). Inner Hallway First Floor Main Bedroom 21'6 x 18'5 (6.55m x 5.61m). En-Suite 16'2 x 9'2 (4.93m x 2.8m). Walk In Wardrobe 12' x 5'5 (3.66m x 1.65m). Bedroom 2 19'7 x 16'4 (5.97m x 4.98m). Bedroom 3 19'7 x 18'3 (5.97m x 5.56m). Guest Suite Bedroom 20'3 x 16'8 (6.17m x 5.08m). En-Suite 13'8 x 8'9 (4.17m x 2.67m). Bathroom 19'10 x 13'2 (6.05m x 4.01m). Garage

OVERVIEW Guyscliffe Farm has so much to offer and is perfect for those looking for a slice of the good life in the heart of the North Devon countryside. This fabulous 'lifestyle' home presents a range of different opportunities for the new owner and it sits in an idyllic rural location on the very outskirts of the popular coastal village of Combe Martin. Occupying a prominent and elevated location, the property lies in the centre of its own grounds, approached via a sweeping driveway, which amount to 24.165 acres (9.779 hectares) and includes pasture land and paddocks and an area of woodland. The outstanding position offers superb, uninterrupted and far reaching views in every direction over the neighbouring countryside and Exmoor and out towards the Hangman Hills, the Bristol Channel and the rugged coastline. Within the grounds is a huge 75ft x 45ft detached modern barn which has been divided up into different units and again providing a wide variety of different uses with some potential light commercial uses as well subject to any necessary consent. Within the barn there are six different areas including a store and plant room, 2 large and well-equipped workshops, a 30ft long gym, a games room/store and a storage unit that has, in the past, been let out to provide a useful additional income. Guyscliffe Farm also has its own campsite for tented visitors only at present. This is run under the 60 day permitted development rule which allows the site to operate without a camping licence or formal planning permission. The area allocated for the campsite sits on the northern side of the holding and provides six pitches, all with electric hook up points. In addition to that, part of the large barn has been converted to form newly created showers and toilets and a wash-up area for the campers to use whilst on site. Furthermore, the campsite enjoys arguably the finest views of all from the property with the main vista directly down the valley and out towards the Bristol Channel and the rugged coastline. From here, there would be some spectacular sunsets to be enjoyed throughout the year! The land surrounds the farm buildings on all sides and provides a high degree of privacy and seclusion. A sweeping driveway leads up through the grounds which has been recently widened to accommodate larger vehicles. There are various paddocks throughout the holding which are ideal for small animals such as horses, sheep, goats, chickens and ducks. There is also ample space for vegetable production and cultivation if desired. The wooded area provides a delightful area for a stroll out and is a haven for a variety of wildlife. The living accommodation at Guyscliffe Farm is particularly versatile and perfect for the larger family, dual family occupation or for home and income purposes thus further adding to the overall commercial potential of the property. There is a well-presented, much improved and recently modernised 4 bedroom main house which is a modern detached family home built in the mid-1980's with the accommodation designed to take maximum advantage of the outstanding and far reaching views with its reverse level design. Part of the house on the lower ground floor can be closed off to form a small apartment/annexe with its own independent access which comprises a living room, kitchenette an en suite double bedroom as well as a further shower room and separate toilet. This area of the property is perfect for an elderly or dependent relative or for teenage children perhaps. Furthermore, this unit could also be let out as a summer holiday let or as a permanent let on an assured shorthold tenancy. The present owners have undertaken many positive changes to the property adding so much to the buildings and the land to enhance the potential the property offers. A real transformative addition to the property is the recent construction of a superb 60ft x 20ft detached 2 bedroom lodge style home which provides very generously sized ancillary accommodation to the main home. The wooden structured building sits under an attractive natural slate roof with solar PV panels (currently not connected), and has impressive rooms with high vaulted ceilings throughout as well as a 30ft long kitchen/living/dining room, a TV room and a snug/lounge. Both of the bedrooms have their own modern and well-appointed en suite facilities too. Again, the fabulous far reaching views of the coastline and countryside can be enjoyed from more or less every window as well as the two sun terraces and the allocated and enclosed area of rear garden. This newly constructed additional home is perfect for those looking for dual family occupation as it provides all of the modern comforts of any masonry constructed house. Indeed, the present owners have chosen to occupy this part of the property as their main home which then allows for the house to be let out as a holiday home or as a permanent let, for income, if desired. For those who are looking for green credentials, Guyscliffe Farm has solar PV panels sitting on top of the large barn which supplements the electricity supply to main house and the barn and provides a feed in tariff to the National Grid and returns around £600 per annum. There is battery storage as well for this system. There is a further array of solar PV panels on the lodge roof to help provide power to the lodge and also be channelled to battery storage as well. At present, this system is not fully connected. Water is supplied from 2 natural springs. The water from the springs fill holding tanks that total 33,000 litres located in different areas of the property. The water is then pumped into the main house and the lodge providing excellent water pressure. There is also scope to add wind turbines too if required and subject to any necessary consent. THE MAIN HOUSE The main family home is a modern mid-1980's built reverse level detached house designed to take full advantage of the excellent far reaching views. The accommodation is arranged over two floors with the main living space on the upper ground floor and the bedrooms on the lower ground level. The property has been much improved, modernised and upgraded by the present owners to provide a versatile home ideal for the modern day family or for a family with an elderly or dependent relative as there is an area of the property on the lower ground floor that can be closed off to form an annexe/apartment. This area would also be ideal for teenage children too who want their own independent space. Furthermore, this area could be holiday or permanently let to provide a useful supplementary income. The heating in the main house is supplied via an LP gas boiler. There is also an oil fired Aga which is used as a back-up to the heating and hot water supply. The electricity supply is supplemented by the solar PV panels that sit on top of the large barn. The house has bright and airy accommodation and comprises an entrance lobby where there is access to a shower room which is particularly handy as and when you are working in the garden. The main living space has a cosy yet modern open plan feel with an abundance of light and windows and doors that enjoy the outstanding views across the countryside and out to the coastline. The 16ft long kitchen area has a range of hand-built wooden units complimented by slate work surfaces. There is a central island unit too with a copper double bowl Belfast sink and a breakfast bar. There is the oil-fired Aga as well as an integrated oven and electric hob and further areas of hand-built floor to ceiling cupboards and incorporating space for an American style fridge/freezer. The kitchen opens into the impressive 'L-Shaped' lounge/diner which has maximum measurements of 28ft x 21ft. Throughout the room there is attractive herringbone parquet style wooden floor which has been painstakingly restored and laid by the present owners. The room is set in two distinct areas providing a space for a large dining table and chairs as well a spacious lounge which has a marble fireplace and wood burner which adds character and atmosphere to the property and provides a focal point to the room. There is a built-in dresser unit with cupboards and shelving and glazed double doors to the rear lead out on to the garden whilst at the front, doors open on to a delightful balcony which enjoys the uninterrupted vista. Stairs lead down to the lower ground floor where there are four bedrooms in total, each with their own well-appointed en suite facilities. Two of the bedrooms together with a modern and well-equipped kitchenette, can be shut off from the rest of the house to form the annexe/apartment if required. This would then give accommodation for the annexe of a living room, double bedroom with an en suite shower room, a kitchen and a further shower room and separate toilet. This area can be independently accessed as well to retain privacy from the main house and there are also independent electric heaters that can be run separately from main central heating system. Immediately surrounding the house are landscaped areas of garden including a large front paved patio which is a great space for outdoor entertaining, al-fresco dining and barbecues, sun bathing etc. There is a hot tub too (available by separate negotiation). The patio can be directly accessed via all four bedrooms as well as the kitchenette. The gardens stretch out to the side of the building, laid to terraced lawns and interspersed with shrubs, bushes and trees. At the rear of the house there is an enclosed area immediately behind the building, accessible from the lounge and being ideal for dogs and small children. Beyond there, the gardens continue up and away from the house to an enclosure for ducks/chickens, an ornamental pond with water feature and a greenhouse. THE ANCILLARY LODGE As mentioned earlier, this a newly constructed home that is for use ancillary to the main house and is perfect for those looking for versatility in the overall accommodation and especially for multi-generational living. The accommodation is arranged over a single level and amounts to approximately 1,200ft2 (111m2). The high vaulted ceilings reach just under 10ft and add to the feeling of space within the building. There is an LP gas fired boiler that provides the heating and the hot water and, when connected up, the solar PV panels will also help to supplement the electricity supply and the hot water too. The impressive and unique accommodation comprises an entrance hall with good storage above the plant room. There is a handy utility room and toilet too. The heart of the home is the 30ft long kitchen/living/dining room. There is an extensive range of hand-built base units with slate work surfaces over, similar to that of the main house. There is a stainless-steel double bowl Belfast sink unit, provision for a range style cooker with an extractor canopy over and further floor to ceiling cupboards providing an abundance of storage and incorporating a niche for an American style fridge/freezer. There is plenty of space for a family sized dining table and chairs and an attractive stained glass door and screen provides a feature to the room and leads through into the lounge/snug. The lounge/snug is a cosy twin-aspect room with glazed double doors that perfectly frame the far reaching fabulous views over the countryside and open on to a 20ft long sun terrace which stretches across the width of the lodge. In addition, a 16ft long Cinema room provides a further space to relax and enjoy. There is a feature ornamental fireplace and blackout wooden shutters. The two bedrooms are both generous double sized room and both have their own en suite facilities. Bedroom 1 has glazed double doors that open onto the sun terrace as mentioned earlier. A door leads through into a well-appointed en suite bathroom which comprises a white suite with a roll-top bath as well as a separate walk-in shower cubicle. Leading from the en suite is a walk-in wardrobe/dressing room with shelving and hanging rails. Bedroom 2 also has double doors out on to a separate sun terrace and enjoys the excellent views. There is a range of fitted cupboards, shelving and hanging rails. The en suite wet room has easy access and plenty of space suiting elderly or disabled users as well as a remote-controlled Mira shower. Outside, as well as the two sun terraces, the lodge has its own area of enclosed and allocated low maintenance garden to the side and rear of the building. The garden area is laid mainly to attractive plumb slate gravel bounded by a wooden fence and stone-filled gabion baskets. There is direct vehicular access up to the lodge as well with plenty of parking space immediately outside too. This really is an impressive and unique unit of accommodation and a fabulous and very comfortable additional living space. THE LAND AND OUTBUILDINGS As mentioned above, Guyscliffe Farm sits in 24.165 acres (9.779 hectares). The sweeping driveway leads up through the grounds to the house and outbuildings where there is a good-sized car park for visitors and the guests to the campsite. There is plenty of parking for numerous cars and larger vehicles and farm equipment too. Immediately adjacent to the car park is a level and enclosed area of garden which has a carefully positioned summer house which soaks up the views in all directions and is the perfect vantage point for those spectacular sunsets we mentioned earlier. There is also a portable cabin as well which is a very useful additional facility and is available by separate negotiation. The main 75ft x 45ft barn has been described above. There are services to that barn which include water, electricity and drainage. There are further parking areas around the barn too. Adjacent to the barn is a wood store as well as a large modern open fronted barn which houses three 10,000 litre water holding tanks. There are different pockets of land and enclosed paddocks throughout the grounds to enjoy. There area of woodland sits on the western side of the property and adjacent to and beyond there are various fields suitable for animals such as sheep, goats, alpacas, horses etc. SERVICES AND COUNCIL TAX There is mains electricity supplemented by solar PV panels which also provide a fee in tariff of around £600 per annum. The water is supplied from two different springs and feed various holding tanks which, in total, store up to 33,000 litres. The water is filtered and pumped to various areas around the farm including the main house, lodge and large barn. There are two private sewerage systems. The property also has an underground LP gas tank and over ground oil tank. The property currently has one council tax band which is Band E. MAIN HOUSE Upper Ground Floor Entrance Lobby 5'2 x 5' (1.57m x 1.52m). Shower Room 5'7 x 5'2 (1.7m x 1.57m). Kitchen 16'2 x 11' (4.93m x 3.35m). Dining Room 14' x 11'4 (4.27m x 3.45m). Lounge 21'4 x 16'3 (6.5m x 4.95m). Lower Ground Floor Hallway Bedroom 1 12' x 10'5 (3.66m x 3.18m). En Suite Bathroom 6'5 x 5' (1.96m x 1.52m). Bedroom 2 16'4 x 10' (4.98m x 3.05m). Maximum measurements En Suite Shower Room 6'7 x 5'3 (2m x 1.6m). Bedroom 3 12'10 x 10'3 (3.9m x 3.12m). Maximum measurements En Suite Toilet 5' x 4' (1.52m x 1.22m). Bedroom 4/Living Room 14'4 x 12'2 (4.37m x 3.7m). Maximum measurements En Suite Shower 5'6 x 3' (1.68m x 0.91m). En Suite Toilet 5'5 x 5'3 (1.65m x 1.6m). Kitchenette 10'6 x 4'8 (3.2m x 1.42m). THE LODGE Entrance Hall 9'9 x 3'5 (2.97m x 1.04m). Utility Room/Toilet 6'4 x 3'5 (1.93m x 1.04m). Kitchen/Diner 30'9 x 9'9 (9.37m x 2.97m). Lounge/Snug 15' x 9'9 (4.57m x 2.97m). TV Room/Cinema Room 19'9 x 9'9 (6.02m x 2.97m). Maximum measurements Bedroom 1 12'4 x 9'10 (3.76m x 3m). En Suite Bathroom 9'9 x 7'5 (2.97m x 2.26m). Walk-in Wardrobe 9'9 x 5'10 (2.97m x 1.78m). Bedroom 2 12'10 x 9'9 (3.9m x 2.97m). En Suite Wet Room 9'8 x 6'5 (2.95m x 1.96m). Front Sun Terrace 19'9 x 6' (6.02m x 1.83m). Side SunTerrace 21'3 x 6'6 (6.48m x 1.98m). THE LARGE BARN Central Hallway 74' x 12' (22.56m x 3.66m). Gym 29'8 x 16'5 (9.04m x 5m). Store 14'5 x 10'7 (4.4m x 3.23m). Plant Room 14'5 x 4'9 (4.4m x 1.45m). Workshop 2 22'6 x 16'6 (6.86m x 5.03m). Store/Games Room 21'7 x 16'5 (6.58m x 5m). Workshop 1 22'4 x 16'5 (6.8m x 5m). Store 22'1 x 16'5 (6.73m x 5m). CAMP SITE FACILITIES Wash-up Room 10'6 x 10'4 (3.2m x 3.15m). Toilet 1 5' x 4'4 (1.52m x 1.32m). Toilet 2 5' x 4'4 (1.52m x 1.32m). Shower Room 1 Shower Room 2 OPEN FRONTED BARN 45'6 x 11'10 (13.87m x 3.6m). Applicants are advised to proceed from Barnstaple on the B3230. Continue along the road following it into Muddiford, about 2.4 miles in total. Turn right on to Whitefield Hill, shortly after the Muddiford Inn and continue up the hill for a further 3.4 miles to Berry Down Cross. At Berry Down Cross, at the junction, proceed straight on onto the A3123. A further 0.3 miles on, ignore the right-hand turn signed Blackmoor Gate and Lynton and proceed straight on following the signs to Combe Martin. Follow this road for a further 1.9 miles where the entrance to the drive of Guyscliffe Farm will be found on the left-hand side, immediately opposite a road side property and clearly marked with a Fine & Country For Sale board. Follow the drive up to the car parking area.

Located along a quiet, leafy country lane surrounded by stunning scenery on the edge of a pretty and popular rural village easily commutable to Cardiff is this historic dream home that offers an abundance of character complemented by high-end luxury. Called Pentwyn House, the five-bedroom property is thought to date back to the 1600s at its core and can impress with a wealth of period charm through the ages, from feature fireplaces to wall panelling, flagstone flooring and ceiling beams. Although not listed the house has been handled with care and lavished with exquisite interiors that include hand-printed wallpaper, bespoke joinery, and designer pieces. On the ground floor the five reception rooms each have unique features but all will entice you in with an inviting ambience. The bay room boasts a sizeable bay window as the perfect place for a grand piano, the formal dining room effortlessly plays host to parties, the garden room has mesmerising views on three sides and the lounge oozes sophistication. The kitchen diner is a breathtaking space and a cook's dream, with masses of space, storage and appliances hiding behind handmade carpentry, and a deep plum coloured Aga taking visual centre stage. There's easily enough space for a large dining area as the room expands into an orangery and then out into the garden via bifold doors. Add a spacious study with bespoke storage, an entrance hall easily large enough to be home to a period fireplace and seating area, a utility room, and two cloakrooms, and the ground floor can clearly be called comprehensive, sociable and practical, as well as super stylish. Upstairs there are six bathrooms and five bedrooms that includes a principal bedroom with an abundance of built-in storage, a dedicated ensuite bathroom and a dressing room that could easily be a sixth bedroom, if required. Outside the idyllic, landscaped garden cocoons the home in a myriad of foliage, tiers of immaculate lawns, sun-drenched terraces and patios, and a captivating rural view that expands to the horizon. There are bonus buildings out here too; a pair of barns with the largest already semi-converted to provide a self-contained flat and well-used games room, plus the opportunity to transform more space into more accommodation, if planning permission allows. The house is nestled into the undulating landscape on the edge of the village of Pentyrch, just a few miles north of Cardiff. This popular village can offer a range of activities including cricket, rugby, football, and bowls clubs and children's play area, as well as the pretty church of St Catwg's, the King's Arms pub, and a war memorial and village green nestled within the heart of the community. Cardiff, boasting a substantial range of shopping and socialising opportunities, is just a short journey by car or bus, making the village a very popular commuter spot with workers based in the capital. Further afield the coastline is within driving distance, and the M4 is just a few miles away offering easy access to south Wales, Bristol and beyond, or catch a train on the UK's mainline railway network in Cardiff. But coming home to this unique house will always be returning to a unique gem that stands out amongst period properties that line the village's country lanes. No wonder Tom Jones once knocked on the door and offered to buy the property for his wife - that is unusual but totally understandable. STEP INSIDE:- - Step inside this welcoming period property to be enthralled by room after room of captivating character, sophisticated decor and a tasteful renovation that has effortlessly blended heritage features with a luxury and modern way of living. Although not listed, the house is thought to date back to the 1600s and has a wealth of period highlights dating back through the centuries to admire. The entrance hall provides a grand but inviting first impression with the beautifully carved staircase complemented by the Minton floor tiles and original flagstones, period fireplace, and oak wall panelling. Meandering to the right gets you into the four of the five reception rooms. The dining room is a beautifully decorated space to host intimate dinner parties by the open fireplace, rowdy family meals, and the perfect Christmas dinner, cocooned by sumptuous wallpaper with the ambience enhanced by designer Anthony Redmile light fittings. Into the bay room opposite and this space is an absolute joy to visit, with cascades of light rolling in through the substantial bay window - the perfect place for a grand piano to entertain guests after dinner. Travel down the inner hallway to explore a stunning drawing room where more luxury can be admired, from the soft velvet sofas that are forever inviting and urging you to relax and linger with friends in this social space, to the hand printed wallpaper. From this most comfortable of spaces a door provides access to a glorious garden room at the far end of the house. This light-drenched space can boast three sides of garden and countryside views from the comfortable seating area and is a popular place to gather for afternoon tea or relaxing evening drinks, with the sets of French doors flung open so refreshing breezes can join the group. From the entrance hall, or via the dining room, you will find the kitchen diner and it is definitely worth the wait. It's an incredible space that combines a high-end, handcrafted bespoke kitchen with an informal dining area found within an added orangery and a wall of glass bifold doors that provide a seamless path out to the garden terrace. The deep plum toned Aga provides a fabulous focal point that beautifully complements the solid oak kitchen carpentry - a winning combination that is visually breathtaking and crowned by granite worktops and handmade shelving. Any cook will be truly content in this well-equipped kitchen, able to create culinary masterpieces while chatting with family or friends who eagerly wait at the dining table. Even the smallest of rooms within this immaculate dream home are lavished with luxury including one of the two cloakrooms boasting Parisian antique light fittings. There's a sizeable study with bespoke storage and a sizeable utility room to complete the comprehensive and impressive ground floor accommodation, before the period staircase takes you up to the five gorgeous bedrooms. The principal bedroom suite is a sanctuary that offers a trio of substantial windows and a choice of absorbing views directly from the pillow, ready to embrace you at the start of every day. The space is calm and uncluttered, enveloped by an extensive range of fitted wardrobes on three sides, plus a dedicated ensuite bathroom across the landing. Next door there's a dressing room that has an entrance to the landing so could easily become a sixth bedroom, if required. Each of the five current bedrooms are spacious doubles, some boasting characterful exposed ceiling beams, some have dressing rooms, but all have their own dedicated bathroom or shower room and all with spectacular views over the surrounding landscape to softly send you to sleep at the end of a busy day. SELLER'S INSIGHT:- - When we first moved here over 20 years ago, we had a local historian come to tell us about the intriguing history of the house, say the current owners of Pentwyn House. The original building consisted of what is now the Hall, dating back to the late 15th or early 16th century, with a later Victorian extension. We have further extended the house with the addition of an orangery, and put our own stamp on the property with stunning new interiors which complement the many original features retained: flagstone flooring, oak beams, Delft tile fireplaces, and metalwork from the time of the Spanish Armada, to name but a few. Though the rooms are large, the house feels cosy and welcoming, continues the owner. Every room is completely different, with the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional. To create a sense of continuity, we added oak panelling throughout the ground floor. This enhances the easy flow from the porch, through the hall and into the kitchen, towards which everyone tends to gravitate. The kitchen really is the hub of the home, and is my favourite part of the house, with bespoke curved Chalon units and a unique colour palette and layout designed to our own specifications. Another special room is the playroom, which has hand-painted murals designed according to themes chosen by my children when they were younger. New room - As well as being an incredible family home, this is also a fantastic party house, the owner says. We have hosted countless functions and celebrations here, the most recent being my daughter's wedding reception, with 100 people in the house and garden. Indeed, the multi-level garden serves as an extension of the indoor living accommodation, with an easy flow between the kitchen and sunny patio area for summer entertaining, plenty of grassy areas for children to run around, as well as a terraced fruit and vegetable patch so we can serve up our own fresh produce to family and friends. The annex and games room are fantastic too, providing both guest accommodation and plenty of fun for the whole family with its full-size snooker table, dartboard and table tennis table. The whole property is full of memories and lots of love, and we shall miss it dearly. The location of the property has much to recommend it, too, says the owner, being part of a friendly village community surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet within just a few miles of the city centre. A small lane leads from our house to the village for everyday amenities such as a GP surgery, pharmacy, grocery store, hairdresser, and a primary school and nursery highly rated by Ofsted. Within 5 miles are well-regarded secondary schools, too. Outside - Step outside into the most idyllic of gardens, with layers of lawns and terraces that wrap around the house, cocooning it in a myriad of mature foliage and far-reaching, breathtaking rural views, enjoyed to the maximum from this home's elevated position. A sun-drenched terrace hugs the house, easily enticing you out to relax on a lounger with a book and feel truly connected to the landscaped gardens that seamlessly roll into the rural vista that stretches out to the horizon. There's ample space on this pretty patio for a number of sizeable alfresco dining areas to enjoy memorable moments sharing a meal with family and friends, accompanied by laughter and chat long into the evening. There's plenty of space for guests to park too, after being totally captivated by travelling through one of the two gated entrances and being greeted by this welcoming abode. Wander down the stone steps onto the immaculate front lawns to play games or even add a swimming pool, or meander to the side of the house to find a charming, sunken patio area and more extensive lawns and mature shrubbery. The outside space is practical as well as pretty, with a bonus caged yard area for dogs, complete with outdoor shower tap providing warm water to wash the countryside off your four-legged friends, and there's likely to be a lot of it as this is a prime dog walking countryside location. Nestled within these glorious grounds are two attractive detached stone barns that offer potential. The larger of this delightful duo has been partly converted on the first floor to create a cute dwelling consisting of a kitchen lounge, bedroom and shower room that leads directly into a well-used games room that is home to a full-size billiards table and football table. It's not surprising to discover that it is a very popular place for socialising and is currently well-used by the younger generation when they return to the family home for a visit. The ground floor is currently unconverted, home to four stables, three storerooms and a double garage. Both barns offer the potential to be converted into further accommodation, subject to planning consent, and could even become a source of income if transformed into holiday lets, because who wouldn't want to come and stay at this tranquil property, surrounded by views to mesmerise and gorgeous countryside, yet so close to the capital. Nearby there are also twenty acres of pastureland and eight acres of woodland available 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. 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Fine & Country Cardiff are pleased to present to the market this charming six-bedroom cottage located in the highly sought after village of Dinas Powys. Old Mill Farmhouse is a beautiful character cottage that dates back to the 1400s, retaining many original features such as Inglenook fire place, bread oven and exposed beams. The property has been lovingly restored over the years by its current owners, who have enjoyed the property as their family home for many years, read their comments below: Seller Insight: - When we first saw Old Mill Farmhouse it struck us as an ideal oasis. It is completely private and secluded, yet it is in the heart of the village, close to the village square, with the ruins of a Norman castle just at the top of the garden. No-one quite knew the house was there and we later found out that when it went on the market, there were two open days when almost the whole village went to view it out of curiosity! We believe it is one of the oldest houses in Dinas Powys, built as a farmhouse to the mill next door in 1460 and mentioned in a will in 1533. We think it was extended in the 1830s and when we came across it, it had the appearance of a typical country cottage. We bought it in 1987, inheriting with it a cat, Tudor, who didn't want to move away. Then the work really started. It was unlived in, very ramshackle and with an overgrown garden. We set about the renovations one room at a time and really put heart and soul into the house. Because of its history, the house has some lovely features. Some of our favourites are the beamed ceiling in the dining room and the exposed natural stone fireplaces. We love the downstairs lounge where there's an original inglenook fireplace with a bread oven to one side and a little salt drying shelf the other. The alcove beside the fireplace had a curved wall from the original 15th century staircase leading to the upstairs. In the oldest part of the house, the walls are at least two feet thick, so in the summer, it is beautifully cool but in winter the walls provide great insulation and, with the log burner going, it is very cosy. Recently we took up the carpets in the downstairs lounge, hall and dining room and revealed the old flooring quarry tiles, boarding and some really ancient tiles, which could be original to the property. In 1999 we commenced an extension, using a local architect and local builders. We tried to make it in keeping with the theme of a Welsh longhouse so we built into the bank and carried on the line of the roof. It has given us so much extra space and light and a second staircase which has improved the flow of the house. We had a great Millennium party there, before the oak floor was fitted. We left the tinsel and confetti with the date 2000 on it under the flooring and there is a time capsule buried in one of the walls. The new, top lounge is perfect for us all to gather together as a family. It is a really lovely, sunny, bright and airy room with recently replaced bifold doors out to the patio. It's a lovely house for entertaining, which we used to do fairly often for birthdays and anniversaries, with 40 to 50 people in attendance. It was ideal, with the big new lounge upstairs and the other, cosier rooms. It was great for kids' and adults' parties there was always plenty of space. The garden is pretty special. It is a country-style garden, very secluded, with well-established trees and shrubs, mature apple and cherry trees and lots of fruit bushes. We even once had a vegetable patch. The different levels make it interesting and we have our own patch of woodland which is carpeted with daffodils, wild garlic and bluebells, depending on the season. It feels as if you are in the middle of the countryside. At the top of the garden there is room for a lovely summer house or home office, although there are enough rooms in the house to provide work from home space as well. The house faces south and in fine weather it is baked in sun most of the day. Quite often when we came home from work we would sit on the top patio by the pond and waterfall and catch the late afternoon and early evening sun. But because of the apple and cherry trees, there is always shade if you need it. * These comments are the personal views of the current owners and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Accommodation summary: - As you approach Old Mill Farmhouse from Lettons Way it would be easy to miss the property as it is tucked away in its own private spot. There is a set of steps that lead up alongside a sweeping driveway surrounded by trees, you will spot the sign at the bottom that displays the house name, which is about the only giveaway that there is a house located above. It is surprising that such a secluded property set in such a quiet spot could be so conveniently located for village life, this home really does offer the best of both worlds. Dinas Powys is a highly sought after residential area, offering fantastic schools, great village pubs, train station and easy access to the motorways. The accommodation offers, entrance hallway, three reception rooms, conservatory, study, boot room, cloakroom, kitchen/breakfast room, six bedrooms and a sizeable plot to the front and side of the property along with ample parking for 4/5 vehicles. The property would suit a range of buyers especially young families due to the excellent schooling facilities, and so much to do within close range of the property, from renowned walking trails, blue flag beaches, fashionable shopping, local amenities, Cardiff city centre only 4 miles away and the Brecon Beacons National Park less than an hour away there is plenty on offer to enjoy. Outside - Location: The property is set in a private spot, offering complete tranquillity, but the property is also just a few minutes walk to the main village the village is best known for great schooling, picturesque walks, and local pubs Private Schooling options: Howells School: Howell's School, Llandaff, Cardiff - A GDST School Howells Cardiff Westbourne School Penarth: Top Private School Cardiff UK Boarding School and IB Sixth Form Westbourne (westbourneschool.com) St. Johns College: St John's College (stjohnscollege.co.uk) Cathedral School Llandaff: https://www.bing.com/newtabredir?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cathedral-school.co.uk%2F Cardiff Steiner School: Homepage - Cardiff Steiner School Kings Monkton School: Kings Monkton School - Home Cardiff Muslim Primary: Cardiff Muslim Primary School - Home (cmpswales.org) Cardiff Montessori School: Home Cardiff Montessori S (cms.cardiff.sch.uk) 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.

Nestled within beautiful, undulating countryside north of Cardiff this renovated dream home offers an idyllic pocket of peace, hidden away on a dead-end lane. The sprawling, stylish home occupies an enviable location, commutable to the capital yet surrounded by easily accessed, stunning countryside bursting with woodland walks, bike and horse trails, and a popular local pub for refreshments along the way. Through the gates reveals a collection of former farm buildings clustered around a private and characterful courtyard. Pushing open the front door of the main house reveals a stylish and contemporary country home offering impressive high-end, luxury design throughout that includes a designer kitchen by Loxleys London. The main house offers four substantial bedroom suites that ooze luxury, with opulent bathrooms and generous spaces that can accommodate lounge areas too. Outside, the grounds of approximately 0.85 acres are surrounded by stunning and sweeping rural views and multiple places to entertain family and friends, or find solitaire and silence in the shade under a tree. There's ample parking for multiple vehicles which is a big bonus as this rural retreat comes with surely the best party facilities in the area within one of the converted barns that is bound to attract regular visits from family and friends. The party barn includes a lounge bar that feels like you've just arrived at an exclusive country club, plus an impressive home cinema, spa that includes a sauna, steam room and a gym, a games room that can easily accommodate a full-size snooker table, plus a kitchen, so it's not too far to cook up a feast or find some snacks for guests. Step Inside:- - Step inside the former farmhouse within this cluster of incredible buildings and a glamorous and contemporary home awaits, having been lavished with a high-end renovation that has established luxury at its core. The first impression is a breathtaking one, with ground floor dividing walls and separate reception rooms a distant memory, as these former spaces have been combined and given a truly modern makeover. Stepping into this now open-plan space you can see through to the garden via picture windows and French doors and this, coupled with layers of thoughtfully designed lighting including hidden LEDs and shiny surfaces that bounce light around, makes the space feel very light, fresh and contemporary. The central staircase is a thing of beauty; a bespoke glass structure that sweeps its way to the first floor with a flourish. The flooring choice is contemporary too, high shine tiling that flows throughout the whole ground floor, unifying the space. To one side of the stunning staircase is a spacious dining zone that is the perfect place for a lively and enjoyable dinner party or family gathering, with ample space for a substantial dining table and the benefit of a set of French doors to throw open in the summer so the party can seamlessly spill out into the garden. The other side of the staircase is another zone focussed on socialising - a lounge area where two massive sofas effortlessly curve around the attractive feature fireplace, with visually pleasing symmetry achieved via a large floor-to-ceiling window either side of the flames. It's a space where winter months are warmed by the fire and summer time sees sunshine and garden views flood in through the picture windows, it's a space that will always be popular for gatherings, whatever the time of day or year. A more intimate reception space awaits off this impressive open-plan area, but it can still happily welcome a huge, squishy sofa for family and friends to sink into together, plus its own set of French doors so garden views and summer breezes can join the group gathering. There's a study at the rear of the house on the way to find the kitchen and it is a perfect place for work, with built-in carpentry promoting perfect organisation of work, and there's even space for yet another good sized sofa. Into the kitchen and the luxury fixtures and fittings continue with the discovery of a high-end, Edwin Loxley of London designer kitchen packed with integrated appliances and connected to the dining area via a set of steps. The cook can be joined for a chat and maybe a few taste tests either at the integrated island unit breakfast bar or in the dining area that includes a sizeable wine fridge. With the bifold doors open in the warmer weather, it's the perfect kitchen diner to cook up a feast connected directly and seamlessly to the garden. Additional accommodation on the ground floor includes a utility space and cloakroom, before the stunning glass staircase beckons so the journey of discovery can continue upstairs. The house used to have six bedrooms but with the remodelling of the home came the creative idea to sacrifice two in order to design four fabulous, spacious and distinct bedroom suites. In three of the bedroom suites the ceilings have been removed to create double-height, vaulted spaces full of charm, with the primary boasting exposed roof beams adding character to this substantial space. The ensuite to this largest of the bedrooms is, of course, glamorous and luxurious - and huge. It is an ensuite that is pure pleasure to visit either for a relaxing soak or refreshing shower, and this five-star hotel standard is repeated in the family bathroom where the bath commands most attention thanks to its size and position on an elevated pli.. It feels so luxurious to step up and then step down into the bath and, if accompanied by bubbles, candles and a glass of something refreshing, is a sumptuous experience that can be enjoyed every day at this property and not just when staying at a posh country hotel. Two of the suites have mezzanine bedroom areas with their own staircase which allows space below for lounge areas and even a semi open-plan ensuite as part of the floorplan. But the main house is not the only area of the property that has received a thoughtful and impressive renovation and conversion, one of the barns nestled around the courtyard has been given a new lease of life as surely the best party barn in the area. The barn is so well-equipped there is no need to ever leave the property for entertainment and fun. For the ultimate group fun the main section of the barn is currently dedicated to a games area that can easily accommodate a full-size snooker table and arcade games. Inside this amazing barn there's an impressive home cinema, complete with big, squishy chairs and dimmed lighting that conjures up a magical and intimate atmosphere as the perfect setting for the audience to be totally immersed in the movie. The barn has its own kitchen too, so it's not far to go to drum up some snacks in time for the film or the start of the match. Also found within the barn, that seems bigger on the inside than it looks on the outside, is a sizeable gym with a wall of mirrors to assist the workout, and after a hard session the spa area looks very welcoming, offering a sauna, steam room, walk-in shower and room for a massage table. The perfect end to the health and spa session is surely a cool drink waiting at the bar. As all good country clubs can boast, this private version has an inviting lounge bar area, nestled under the exposed roof beams on a mezzanine level, creating an intimate atmosphere to this most sociable of spaces. Outside - Step outside to explore the 0.85 acres of land that sweeps around the property before it seamlessly flows into panoramic rural views that expand to the horizon. Behind the gates, off the dead-end lane shared only with one other property that is also a bridleway, there's plenty of onsite parking for all the guests that are sure to turn up regularly to attend memorable events in the party barn. The lawns are extensive and expansive, lined by trees and hedgerows and offering the perfect place for outdoor games, football matches, and sun-drenched picnics, but the property can offer more intimate spaces too. There are house-hugging patios and courtyards that cluster around the house all boasting special and enticing places to admire the view, enjoy company with family and friends, and tuck into an alfresco feast. Within the grounds is a bonus that not many homes can offer - a characterful stone building called Long Barn that already has planning in place to be converted into a four-bed dream home, offering onsite multi-generational living if required. The vendors also advise that there is also the potential for 2 one bed, suites (with sitting room/kitchen bathroom and balcony) above the parking for five vehicles. This additional potential to create an extra dream home (with its own title deed) is being sold separately to the main property for Guide Price £375,000. With permission, the newly finessed barn could even be rented out as a holiday let to make the most of the property's perfect location, close to the capital of Wales and yet feeling like a world away, surrounded by a rolling rural landscape with onsite socialising and relaxation at the heart of this unique luxury home. 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.

Boughrood Castle is an imposing Grade II listed Country House set in a splendid location overlooking the Wye Valley and Black Mountains. This iconic property was rebuilt in 1817 by a Francis Fowke in the grounds of the original Boughrood Castle thought to date from the 12th century. This lovely property stands in grounds of about 18 acres including formal garden and pasture land; the impressive house enjoys some 11 bedrooms, an impressive array of reception rooms all enjoying great views. There are also 3 small cottages forming part of the old Coach House providing a perfect opportunity for an allied income. Impressive 11 bedroom country house Set in 17 acres of gardens and grounds Wye Valley setting near Hay on Wye 3 one bedroom cottages Traditional Coach House Description    Boughrood Castle is an imposing Grade II listed Country House set in a splendid location overlooking the Wye Valley and Black Mountains. This iconic property was rebuilt in 1817 by a Francis Fowke in the grounds of the original Boughrood Castle thought to date from the 12th century. This lovely property stands in grounds of about 18 acres including formal garden and pasture land; the impressive house enjoys some 11 bedrooms, an impressive array of reception rooms all enjoying great views. There are also 3 small cottages forming part of the old Coach House providing a perfect opportunity for an allied income. Location    Boughrood and Llyswen are villages that straddle the River Wye and the main A470 Brecon to Builth road. They offer good local facilities in the form of two public houses, primary school, garage, shop, cafe, village hall, etc. The towns of Brecon, Hay-on-Wye and Builth Wells are all around 10-15 minutes drive away and offer a wider range of social, shopping and leisure facilities. The surrounding countryside is particularly well known for its outstanding natural beauty with the Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and Wye Valley providing ample walking, riding and cycling, etc. Walk Inside    The traditional front door with an arched fanlight leads into to the spacious Reception Hall off which is a WC. closet. The impressive Main Hallway is a particular feature of this wonderful country house having feature archways and a period staircase leading to the upper floors with attractive wooden flooring and south facing front doors which open onto the main garden terrace. This wonderful space provides access to each of the principle reception rooms which includes an impressive Drawing Room with high level ceilings, moulded cornice and a large bow fronted window to the side with further south facing windows with shutters and an open fireplace. Opposite is the Music Room, also with a bow fronted glazed screen to one end, south facing windows, moulded cornice and a recessed fireplace. Both rooms enjoying fantastic south facing views over the Wye valley to the distant hills. .    The Library is a cosy room with a large glazed screen including a period fire surround and opposite is the Dining Room having a large glazed screen onto the gardens and an attractive traditional fire surround. The Breakfast Room lies alongside the Dining Room from where there is access to the kitchen, a functional room with a built-in oven, four oven Aga (which requires upgrading/ repair) along with fitted shelving. At the rear of the house, a further hallway with two staircases leading upwards to the first floor area with the remains of the servants' bells and a door leading rearward into the original kitchen which retains the original pantry, quarry tiled flooring and shelving. Beyond are a number of utilitarian rooms including a utility area with quarry tiled flooring, Belfast sink, plumbing for washing machine and two further stores both with quarry tiled flooring and shelving. .    The attractive period staircase leads to the main first floor landing, a spacious area which provides access to the six main bedrooms; the two main bedrooms lying on each corner of the frontage of the house both with ensuite facilities and two windows with a south facing aspect over the adjacent valley. There are two further large double bedrooms one of which has its own ensuite together with two single rooms. The half landing on the main staircase provides access to the east and west wings. The West wing contains a small living room/ potential office, a bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a staircase leading to two further bedrooms one of which has its own bath and toilet cubicle. The East wing contains a self-contained annexe which consists of two double bedrooms, a small kitchenette and two bathrooms with an additional staircase leading up to two further bedrooms and a bathroom and an extremely useful attic room ideal as a studio having roof lights looking rearwards towards the Coach House. Coach House Cottages    Above and to the rear of the original Coach House are a series of three cottages which have remained unoccupied for a number of years and would require upgrading prior to potential occupation. Each cottage has a ground floor entrance lobby, a kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom. Walk Outside    Boughrood Castle stands in wonderful grounds; the immediate gardens are mostly lawned with a series of mature trees, beautiful terraces with fantastic views of the Black mountains. Just a short distance away is the old stone built Coach House providing a great space for storage having the three cottages above and to the rear. The house is complimented with the adjoining field of about 11 acres, perfect for ponies or a few sheep. TENURE    We are advised the property is of Freehold Tenure. We are advised that the is an agricultural tenancy on the paddocks until spring 2023.

This luxurious country house, nestled in the Monmouthshire countryside, has seven spacious bedrooms, elegant Georgian-style reception rooms, a stunning kitchen/family room and breathtaking views of the beautiful Usk Valley from its balustraded terrace. Recently used as one of the locations for a TV adaptation of Jilly Cooper's bestseller, Rivals, the wonderful period-style property has been imaginatively extended and thoroughly refurbished and updated, to offer a comfortable, contemporary lifestyle. It enjoys a glorious, private and tranquil setting, positioned in gardens and grounds of just over 19 acres, which stretch down to the banks of the River Usk. Originally a 19th century cottage, Woodbank House may once have been used as a shooting lodge for a local estate. Today, the former four-bedroom home incorporates a range of previous outbuildings and offers generous accommodation totalling approximately 9,580 sq ft. The vendors, who bought the property more than fifteen years ago, were attracted by the style of the house, its setting and location. We have always loved period houses so that was part of the appeal and because it needed work doing to it, we had the opportunity to make it into the family home we wanted. But we fell in love with it because as soon as you enter the gates onto the long drive you feel totally safe and private. We also love Monmouthshire, as it is very rural yet close to big cities. Woodbank was perfect as it has Cardiff and Bristol close by and it is also near to charming villages and towns including Usk, Caerleon and Monmouth, if I want cafes and quaint shops. There is also Newport which is kind of in the middle if I want to go shopping for something in particular and still get back home within the hour. We both like to play golf and for that, the area is perfect. We even overlook the Celtic Manor Ryder Cup course. And the river is beautiful. It's been like living in a mini paradise. The vendors have completed an amazing transformation, in sympathy with the original cottage but on a much grander scale. We wanted a house that's cosy for a family but we love cooking and entertaining, so we created a kitchen and snug for day-to-day living and for entertaining there is lots of space, with a large dining room and drawing room. During the refurbishment, the vendors were careful to retain the cottage's features, including high ceilings, decorative plasterwork and handsome fireplaces and they have extended the period look and feel into the newer parts of the house, creating a seamless transition. One of their inspired additions was the terrace which wraps around three sides of the house, giving entrancing views over the parkland-style grounds to the valley and river beyond. With all modern day conveniences, including underfloor heating throughout and with the benefit of a surround sound system in parts of the house, this is a warm and welcoming family home that's built for entertaining on a grand scale. It has previously been used as a boutique wedding and events venue and has been let as Visit Wales five star self-catering accommodation, for up to 20 guests. The property is just two miles from the village of Llanhennock, where there is a thriving local pub. It is uniquely positioned, within 20 miles of the city of Cardiff and almost the same distance from the charming market towns of Usk, Monmouth, Abergavenny and Chepstow. Newport, with direct trains to London Paddington, is 6.5 miles away. Bristol is 30 miles distant. Step inside:- - A grand tone is immediately set by the elegant reception hall, which is in the oldest part of the property and has a high ceiling with original decorative cornicing. To one side of the room is a pair of Georgian style arched recesses. An impressive, bespoke, American oak staircase leads up to the first floor and French doors open to the rear terrace. Off the hallway, at the front of the house, is an office, which features an original fireplace with a marble mantelpiece. French doors open from this room to the side terrace, known as the Rose Terrace. Next door, with a bay window overlooking the same terrace, there is a reception room featuring an original fireplace and built-in bookshelves. This room is currently used as a library and fully operational commercial bar area, but could be turned into an eighth bedroom if desired. Off the rear of the reception hallway is an elegant drawing room, flooded with light from four pairs of French doors which can be thrown open to the views. A focal point in this room is a decorative fireplace with an Ionic style mahogany surround. Across the hallway, the dining room is an equally beautiful room, designed in period style, with high ceilings, decorative cornicing, a central ceiling rose and a fireplace with a feature surround matching one in the drawing room. This is a working, open fireplace, like those throughout the ground floor of the property. The room, which can easily accommodate 20 diners, has a pair of French doors to the terrace at the back of the house and another set of French doors opens to a barbeque area. It is a great house for entertaining we can have drinks on the terrace, then dinner in the large dining room or, on long summer evenings, a barbeque on the terrace, followed by dessert and coffee while playing snooker in the games room on the lower ground floor. The stunning, bespoke kitchen, created to be the heart of the family home, was also designed with large-scale entertaining in mind. It has wooden, floor-to- ceiling cabinets, hand crafted by a local joiner, two Belfast sinks, a four-oven oil-fired Aga and high spec integrated appliances, a Quooker hot water tap, Siemens electric oven and hob and two Liebherr fridge/freezers. There is ample space for a family dining table and for a free-standing central island. Downstairs, the flooring is either engineered oak or quality tiling from Mandarin Stone. In the kitchen, the vendors opted for practical tiling. Double doors open from the kitchen to a cosy sitting room, used as the family snug. On the ground floor there is also a useful utility room just across from the kitchen, with an adjacent cloakroom. There is another downstairs cloakroom off the reception hall. Stairs outside the kitchen lead down to the lower ground floor, which incorporates two bedrooms with a shared bathroom. A large games room provides ample space for use as a snooker room, gym, and cinema. On this floor there is also an integrated double garage with a service door providing access to the stairway. It makes it easy to bring the shopping straight up to the kitchen. The lower ground floor accommodation also includes a store room and a cellar, fitted out as commercial yet stylish bar. The spectacular staircase from the reception hall leads to a galleried first floor landing, with a large window looking out over the terrace and grounds. On this floor there are five spacious bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. Each delightful bedroom has its own character. One has an attractive, part octagonal window giving views straight down the valley. Another, in the oldest part of the house, has a period cast iron fireplace. The particularly impressive principal bedroom benefits from a stunning ensuite with a roll top bath, generous corner shower and twin pedestal washbasins. There is a walk-in dressing room, with a handy linen chute which leads straight to the utility room. French doors from the bedroom open to a Juliet balcony, with a lovely long distance outlook over the River Usk and Celtic Manor Ryder Cup Golf course and estate. Outside - From the roadway, a pair of electrically operated, decorative wrought iron gates open to a long, sweeping drive, lined with shrubs and mature trees. This leads past a level gravel parking area for up to 20 cars (on the site of the former tennis court) and on to the front of the house and to the integrated garage. There is further parking in front of the garage. The house enjoys a central position in its parkland-style grounds, which extend to just over 19 acres, stretching down to the banks of the River Usk, where the vendors enjoy riverside walks. We also love to walk into Caerleon for coffee or across the field to the Wheatsheaf Inn in Llanhennock. Nearest the house, there are formal and terraced gardens and areas of lawn, whilst the grounds also include meadowland, a paddock with a variety of established fruit trees, a man-made pond and an area of mature woodland. Wrapping around the two sides and the rear of the house is a grand terrace, with period-style balustrades, which the vendors designed as outdoor entertaining space and to show off the views and the river. At the back, the River Terrace looks out over formal gardens to the Usk Valley. To one side, the Rose Terrace looks over a rose garden and a feature water fountain and also towards the Handkerchief Garden, where there is a lovely specimen handkerchief tree. Clambering over this side and over to the front of the house there is also an established wisteria. 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. 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Converted about 20 years ago, Lavender Farm is an impressive 3 double bedroom (2 en-suite) detached barn with an integral 1/2-bedroom holiday let or family annexe, known as The Loft. The extremely spacious living/dining room, with a beautiful fireplace housing a wood burning stove, measures nearly 17m in length, with numerous windows allowing in an abundance of natural light, is a great entertaining space. This opens into the kitchen/family room which features a wide range of wall and base units, a central island and a relaxing family space in front of a character open fireplace. From here, a short walk, passing the plant room and through the laundry room, leads to one of the key features of the property, the pool. The indoor swimming pool is a stunning space, with three bi-folding doors which open onto a block paved patio creating a sociable party area, ideal for al-fresco dining with views over the wildlife pond, gardens and the mature trees that surround the property. Completing the ground floor is a sizable games room featuring a full-sized snooker table and a useful cloakroom w/c. High vaulted ceilings are a real design feature of the first floor within this highly individual barn conversion - they create an amazing feeling of light and space throughout the bedrooms. The master bedroom suite has a dressing area with built in furniture, a very large double bedroom and a quality en-suite, with oak double doors opening onto a balcony, a great spot for morning coffee or breakfast. There are 2 further spacious bedrooms, one with an en-suite, and both have oak double doors with Juliet balconies. Off the landing, a door leads through to The Loft. This is an independent annexe/holiday let with its own entrance and private area of garden set to the back of the barn. The kitchen/living/dining room features a stylish range of modern units with wood work surfaces and built in appliances, the main bedroom is an excellent size and has stairs leading to a mezzanine level for overflow bedroom space, a reading room or study. The bathroom is also very well-presented. Under the original planning Lavender Farm could have one letting unit plus the main residence but this could easily be returned to a large 5 bedroom home. The Loft has the potential to create a good holiday let income, although our clients currently use it as a separate family annexe. The barn overlooks the beautiful wildlife pond and surrounding gardens and is ring fenced by its own land. The pond has a deck area, so you can read a book or drink a glass of wine and enjoy the view back towards the property, with gardens sweeping around to an expanse of lawn and an open paddock, ideal for garden sports. There is plenty of parking and turning in front of the open triple garaging and, from here, a lane with gated access leads to the land. A gate opens into a sloping paddock which offers lovely countryside views from its elevated position. The stable block lies between the 2 paddocks and there is another sizable wildlife pond which forms part of the larger paddock, which has approximately 300m of frontage along the River Neet. Lavender Farm has riparian rights to this stretch of river, which includes the right to fish, with many a trout to be caught. Our client's children use to play 'on the beach' - a sandy section where there is easy access to wade and play in the river with, towards the eastern edge of the land, an 'island' you can cross over to, which their children use to enjoy especially in the summer months. An idyllic place to bring up your family! Location This rural location, set at the end of a private lane with just three other neighbouring properties, lies about 3 miles from the sandy, surfing beach at Widemouth Bay and stunning cliff top walks along this stretch of coastline. The picturesque village of Marhamchurch is 2 miles distant with a community run shop, a county primary school and a public house, with Bude, the popular coastal resort just 2 miles on. Bude has a wide range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities and lies alongside the main A39 Atlantic Highway creating good access to the south to Newquay and its airport and north, via the towns of Bideford and Barnstaple, to the north Devon link road leading to the M5, Bristol and beyond. Services – Mains Electric, Private Water, Private drainage via a septic tank. Council Tax – G Tenure - Freehold EPC – D Games Room 17'11 x 6'7 (5.46m x 2m). Living Room 17'11 x 55'7 (5.46m x 16.94m). Kitchen/Dining Room 34'8 x 17'5 (10.57m x 5.3m). Utility Room 10'1 x 10'3 (3.07m x 3.12m). Swimming Pool 30'11 x 17'5 (9.42m x 5.3m). Master Bedroom 17'11x 19'11 (5.46mx 6.07m). Bedroom 2 13'6 x 17'5 (4.11m x 5.3m). Bedroom 3 13'6 x 20'2 (4.11m x 6.15m). Lounge/Kitchen 14'2x 17'5 (4.32mx 5.3m). Bedroom 1 16'5 x 17'5 (5m x 5.3m). We will meet you at the entrance of Widemouth Bay beach and you can follow us to the property.

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. 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Located in an elevated position above the glorious Monmouthshire countryside and on the edge of the Wye Valley, this truly stunning home offers an idyllic rural lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking, panoramic views of the Vale of Usk. At the end of a small country lane, behind electric gates and at the end of a sweeping driveway the substantial four-bedroom home called Twyn Gorse promises peace and privacy, enveloped within three acres of land. The perfectly placed property at the brow of a hill maximises the incredible panoramic view that extends for miles across the landscape to the horizon, and from the vast garden terrace the vista across the county is exceptional. When the current owners spent two years updating and remodelling the property into a remarkable home, they optimised the connection to the view from the house by adding a sizeable first floor balcony as the front row seat to feel totally immersed in the landscape. Outside, the property can boast a separate annexe ideal for multi-generational living onsite, plus a double garage, carport and an outbuilding ripe for conversion. Inside, the remodelling of the 1950s abode into a luxury, contemporary abode has created an outstanding open-plan living space in a broken-plan layout across the whole of the main ground floor. A single-storey extension sweeps to the side and offers a utility room and sizeable family room with a door to a second kitchen, opening up the possibility of creating an annexe or the most wonderful for games rooms with a very short journey to top up the snacks. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom suite impressing with a dressing area with seating, a high-end ensuite with massive shower plus the balcony that boasts the most incredible place to relax accompanied by the panoramic views. The house might be off a tiny country lane, high on a hill but it is also well-connected to the thriving and friendly village of Llanishen which offers a pub and a village hall as the centres of the community, as well as access onto the B4293. This is a direct route to Monmouth which is only about seven miles away and offers an impressive array of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants as well as amenities and facilities. The town can also offer some of the best schools in the area, although nearby Trelleck has a primary school closer to home. To the west is the popular and pretty town of Usk, once voted the best place to live in Wales, and the main road through Llanishen also heads south to Chepstow which can offer a mainline railway station and the M48 linking to the M4 and M5 for journeys further afield. Being on the doorstep of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty means a myriad of ways to make lasting memories within the stunning landscape, from hiking and biking to woodland walks and water-based sports, the only challenge is trying to choose what to try first. Step inside - Step inside this very impressive home and it immediately embraces you with light and space via a double-height hall that includes a galleried landing and stunning chandelier cascading down the stairwell. It's an entrance of grandeur yet is welcoming and inviting, enticing you to explore further by revealing glimpses and views of the substantial ground floor spaces via large, open doorways. To the left is the impressive living room which is probably going to win the battle of drawing you inside first, in part due to the mesmerising, panoramic view that the space fully embraces via two sets of massive glass sliding doors. It's a living room that has been created for social gatherings with family and friends, and lots of them too, as the vast space happily welcomes multiple sofas. Sinking into a bank of cushions, it's not hard to relax and thoroughly enjoy time spent being truly hypnotised by the rural vista as well as the scintillating company. When the temperature rises, the glass doors become the heroes of the space, gently sliding open to create effortless indoor outdoor wandering while allowing refreshing breezes to waft in and cool the space. The living room seamlessly flows into the kitchen space that is another area designed to draw people together, offering them a special place to comfortably linger and chat with the cook whilst sitting at the integrated breakfast bar at one end of the vast kitchen island. The high-end, well-equipped contemporary kitchen is a cook's dream, boasting two ovens, hob, a vegetable sink, granite work surfaces and a large wine cooler as just some of the highlights to please and impress. At the end of the kitchen the connected reception space flows into a dining area around the corner, a more formal area with a more intimate atmosphere. This sunny and pleasant space is perfectly designed to host dinner parties and enjoy family meals and can boast its own direct flow to the garden via a set of French doors that offer a beautifully framed view of the garden. Taking down walls within this period property has been a triumph; joining all the rooms into one connected space for perfect flow both physically and visually and yet cleverly zoning the spaces so they each have a function and atmosphere. But the house has not finished with revealing accommodation to impress on the ground floor just yet. Via a door at the end of the kitchen a utility room is waiting to assist you with a sizeable, practical space and is joined by a cloakroom and duo of storage cupboards. There's a door at the end of this section of the home that opens into a surprise second kitchen and then a substantial room that boasts a wall of bifold doors that open to the garden, as well as framing the seemingly never-ending view. This bonus single-storey addition to the side of the house could be used as a games room and party space, or a quieter and separate reception room, or because it has its own external door at the rear of the house it could even be a contender to become an annexe. Upstairs, via the charming central galleried landing, four sumptuous and very spacious bedrooms await, with the principal able to boast an ensuite worthy of a five-star hotel and a joy to stumble into every morning. But this principal suite can boast extra layers of impressive spaces, with a dressing area that includes a bespoke, built-in window seat and direct access to the incredible glass panelled balcony that spans the width of the house. From enjoying a weekend brunch in the sun to indulging in a late night drink under the stars, the balcony is the ultimate place to relax and feel totally immersed in the enviable panoramic view, with nature and wildlife neighbours as the only near neighbours. Both bedroom two and three at the rear of the house enjoy their own sweeping countryside views via dual aspect windows, as well as sharing a Jack and Jill' bathroom, while bedroom four shares in the joy of the mesmerising vista at the front of the house directly from the pillow. The family bathroom is another luxurious space. The thought, care and budget lavished on the rest of the house is very evident in this room too, through the choice of porcelain tiles and a high-end suite that includes a substantial walk-in shower and modern freestanding bath placed at an angle so that the view is waiting at the end of the bath to be fully enjoyed. This is a country home that hides an abundance of extra features with a view to the future as well as the present, including a state-of-the-art heat recovery ventilation system and solar panels as well as underfloor heating and triple glazing that when combined create a home that is highly energy efficient as well as sophisticated, modern and elegant - a dream c.. Vendor Insight - When we came to view Twyn Gorse for the first time, we knew that we had to have it simply because of the position. Located at the top of the hill with 360-degree views, the scenery is phenomenal and we firmly believe that it's one of the best plots in South Wales. The views over the local villages and hills are just sublime, say the owners. We purchased the property in 2016 and restoration work began in 2018. Built in 1957, everything was original and required stripping back, including the part of a tree trunk used to finish off the roof! What we have now is a welcoming and cosy home that has been insulated to a very high standard; it's efficient and economical to run and we're currently using electricity generated by ourselves and not from the National Grid. We enjoy being part of a friendly little community where everyone is willing to help out but are never intrusive. Our village hall is one of the most active in the area and there's something going on all the time, including cooked breakfasts, free coffee mornings, variety shows, pantomimes, skittles, soft play, and BBQs for special occasions. The village pub serves nice food and we also have a well-stocked shop that's handy for day-to-day essentials. We're equidistant between Chepstow and Monmouth both of which have a wide range of amenities. The garden is completely flat which is unusual for a property in this location. It's great for every generation as children enjoy endless games of football and bike riding, whilst adults sit comfortably with a glass of something chilled. The patio wraps around the house with different seating areas to make the most of the views and sunshine. It's perfect for relaxing and entertaining with a sunken patio and hot tub area, speaker system, and a well-equipped outdoor kitchen. We see a huge variety of wildlife here, as well as red kites and buzzards who are almost on the same level as us as we're so high up. We had a vision of open plan living which has worked brilliantly. The kitchen is the heart of the home where we can cook and easily chat to our guests, whilst the lounge benefits from the amazing, ever-changing views where we can watch the rain and mist come in before the clouds give way to bright sunshine. Outside - Step outside into three acres of private and peaceful land that is drenched in stunning rural views, as well as pools of sunlight and the natural world as the constant soundtrack. Approaching the house along the small country lane it appears on the horizon and looks magnificent. Through the electric gates and the period property remodelled into a modern home over a two year period dominates the plot, perched high above the sprawling Monmouthshire landscape below. The vast wraparound terrace measuring over 160 square metres and accessed from the house via a number of glass doors, makes the most of the surrounding views, ensuring maximum enjoyment and connection, and is the hub of the home outside. Relaxing on a lounger with a book, enjoying alfresco dining in peace or with company, hosting the best BBQs and garden parties supported by the bonus outside kitchen are all moments to make lifelong memories with the most incredible scenery as the constant backdrop. There's plenty of parking for guests on the driveway and the house can offer a home for a variety of the owner's vehicles including a double garage and a carport as a handy home for a caravan or motorhome. There's a place for guests to stay too once the party has wrapped up, a detached annexe that can boast its own kitchen and shower room and so could also offer multi-generational living opportunities as well as the potential to be a holiday let, subject to planning. The majority of the land away from the manicured and landscaped garden that wraps around the house offers plenty of private woodland walks and paddocks to explore and an abundance of special spots to set down a picnic blanket and relax. The property can even supply a renovation opportunity in the garden for an owner to get their imagination whirring. The outbuilding called The Quarry, which has water and electricity already installed, is looking for a new lease of life, subject to planning, to add to the outstanding features and extras that this truly special home and garden offers. 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.