Property description

Sitting in delightful gardens in a semi-rural location betwixt the historic town of Usk and the village of Penperlleni in the beautiful Vale of Usk, is this three bedroomed detached period residence of much charm and character, hosting a number of original features and offered to the market with no onward chain, being priced to reflect the need for improvement works.

Agent's Introduction
Although requiring improvement works and modernisation, this charming family home evokes a deep sense of history and enchantment and is presented with a number of period features including broad panelled and timber latched doors complemented by sash windows to the front elevation. Burnt House is arranged over two floors with a configuration which offers the opportunity for radical and ambitious alterations, subject to the necessary consent. The property will therefore appeal to those purchasers seeking a renovation project or those keen to acquire a detached property in a semi-rural setting in large grounds and with easy access to the road and rail network.A particular feature of the house is undoubtedly its long and extensive garden which flows away from the front of the house, providing a superb distant view of the property.

Situation and Local Amenities
Burnt House is situated in the village of Monkswood, which is equidistant between the historic market town of Usk and the village of Penperlleni on the A472 to Pontypool. Penperlleni and Usk have excellent facilities with both boasting well regarded primary schools. They also have grocery stores, post offices, doctors' surgeries with pharmacies, village halls, hairdressers, public houses and restaurants.For more comprehensive leisure and shopping facilities, the historic market town of Abergavenny is situated just 10 miles to the north, whilst Cwmbran is 7 ½ miles to the south. Both towns offer an extensive range of high street shops, banks and supermarkets. The towns are well served by schools for all ages and offer motorway links and train services to Newport, Cardiff and west Wales and further afield to the Midlands, Manchester and central London.

Entrance Hallway
Broad partly glazed panelled entrance door, pendant light, radiator with thermostat, ceiling mounted smoke alarm, staircase to the first floor, understairs storage cupboard, telephone point.

Living Room - 14' 8'' x 13' 8'' (4.47m x 4.16m)
Bay window to the front aspect affording a view over the garden, pendant light, radiator with thermostat, television aerial point, panelled door.

Double Aspect Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Kitchen Area: 10' 1\" (3.07m) x 9' 0\" (2.74m)Breakfast Room Area: 16' 8\" (5.08m) x 7' 5\" (2.26m) maximumWindows to the front and rear aspects. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base level units in a beech effect, flush door finish with brushed chrome door furniture to include various drawers and storage cupboards, contrasting laminate worktops with tiled splashback surrounds, inset single bowl, single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, inset four ring electric hob with extractor hood above and single oven with grill beneath, space for fridge and freezer, inbuilt dishwasher, electric plinth heating, radiator with thermostat, two ceiling lights, vinyl floor covering to the kitchen area, electricity consumer unit in matching kitchen cupboard.

Dining Room/Study - 17' 6'' x 8' 9'' (5.33m x 2.66m)
Window to the rear aspect, ceiling light, radiator with thermostat.

Double Aspect Utility/Boot Room - 14' 5'' x 8' 9'' (4.39m x 2.66m) maximum
Window to the front and side aspects, base level unit kitchen units with laminate worktop above and inset single bowl, single drainer sink unit, ceiling light, wall mounted central heating boiler, radiator with thermostat, space and plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor, timber door to kitchen and door to garden.

Split Level Landing
Pendant light, ceiling mounted smoke alarm.

Bedroom One - 15' 2'' x 11' 0'' (4.62m x 3.35m) maximum
Sash window to the front aspect overlooking the garden, pendant light, radiator with thermostat, panelled door.

Double Aspect Bedroom Two - 17' 7'' x 9' 0'' (5.36m x 2.74m)
Two windows to the rear and side aspects, pendant light, radiator with thermostat, panelled door.

Bedroom Three - 11' 6'' x 9' 10'' (3.50m x 2.99m) maximum
Sash window to the front aspect overlooking the garden, pendant light, loft hatch access, radiator with thermostat, panelled door.

Bathroom
Fitted with a four piece suite to include a panelled bath, shower cubicle with thermostatic shower mixer within, wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, ladder towel radiator, frosted window, extractor fan, ceiling light, panelled door.

Outside

The property is approached via a gated driveway which opens onto a broad parking area offering off-road parking for several vehicles. The driveway leads to:

Original stables
14' 8\" (4.47m) x 13' 0\" (3.96m) approximate measurements
Currently used as a workshop with the original stable stalls, manger and hay rack and offering the potential to convert to a garage if so required, subject to the necessary consents.

Gardeners WC
WC and outside water tap.

A pathway leads from the driveway to the front door and to the utility/boot room.

Front
The gardens lie to the east of the house and are predominantly laid to lawn with mature hedgerow borders to the boundaries, pedestrian gated access to the road.

General

Tenure: We are informed the property is freehold. Intending purchasers should make their own enquiries via their solicitor.

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and private drainage system. Telephone subject to service provider regulations.

Council Tax: Band F

EPC Rating: Band tbc

Auction Information
CONDITIONS OF SALE
Prospective purchasers are requested to register on the evening of the Auction and produce two forms of identification consisting of a photographic identification and proof of address by means of a current bank statement or utility bill. The payment of 10% of the purchase price is required from the successful bidder at the end of the auction. We are unable to accept cash on the night of the auction and payment by personal or bank cheque is required. By prior arrangement, we are able to accept credit/debit cards, however be aware that there is a 2% surcharge for credit card payments.

RIGHTS, EASEMENTS AND BOUNDARIES
The property is sold subject to, and with the benefit of, all existing rights whether public or private, including rights of way, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights and obligations, easements, quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves or masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and waste, gas or other pipes, whether referred to in the general remarks and stipulations or particulars of sale or not and to the provisions of any planning scheme of County or Local Authorities.IMPORTANT NOTICE 1. These particulars have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the land and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Purchasers must satisfy themselves, by inspection or otherwise, as to the contents of these particulars. If any points are particularly relevant to your interest in the property please ask for further information.2.Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. Purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. 3.It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning or other consents. Where any reference is made to planning permission or potential uses, such information is given in good faith. 4.The information in these particulars do not form any part of an offer or a contract and neither the Agents nor their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranties whatever in relation to this property.

VIEWING
It is a condition of the issue of these sales particulars that all viewings and negotiations are to be carried out by:
Newland Rennie, 24 Lion Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5NT
Tel: 01873 859331
E-mail: abergavenny@newlandrennie.com