Property description

A simply stunning family residence situated in an exceptional country lane setting, affording truly magnificent views over a delightful walled garden towards the Blorenge and the beautiful valley of the River Usk and across a vineyard towards St. Mary's Vale yet within ½ mile from the centre of the historic market town of Abergavenny

Introduction
Cwmgyst is a wonderful example of an architect designed family home, inspired by its rural surroundings and effortlessly blending the contemporary with the traditional; beautifully harmonising stylish presentation whilst maintaining all the charm and character that one would expect from a family home nestled in rural surroundings. On a sloping plot, the house is arranged with the reception rooms on the upper floor (accessed at ground level) to take maximum advantage of the views and sunlight, whilst the bedroom accommodation is on the lower ground level with direct access to the garden. Cwmgyst is a perfect home for entertaining with two well-appointed reception rooms and a fabulous kitchen/diner, resplendent with an island unit and granite worktops and doors opening onto a south facing terrace with amazing views over the Usk Valley and the Blorenge. Great attention to detail has been lavished on the house, boasting oak floors, oak panelled doors and door frames with oak lintels above and exposed beams to some ceilings, the house is brimming with understated character and charm and oozes a rich modesty throughout.

Situation and Amenities
Enjoying a landscape rich in beauty and history, the location of this beautiful family home in a rural setting on the much favoured western side of town will undoubtedly ensure that Cwmgyst will become a highly sought after acquisition for the astute buyer. Situated within walking distance of the highly regarded Cantref primary school, the cricket ground, tennis and bowls clubs, as well as many country walks including one of the area's most famous peaks, Sugar loaf Mountain, Pentre Lane certainly enjoys an enviable location in the town. Just a stone's throw away are all the services and amenities one would expect of a thriving town centre. Abergavenny boasts a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities, including a wide selection of individual boutique style shops, grocery and newsagent stores, supermarkets and many well-known high street shops. Abergavenny also hosts a market several times a week. The town has its own cinema and leisure centre as well as a number of restaurants for evening entertainment. Abergavenny railway station has regular services into central London via Newport, whilst road links at the Hardwick roundabout give easy access to the motorway for Bristol, Birmingham, the South West and London and \"A\" routes for Monmouth, Hereford, Cwmbran and Cardiff.

Entrance Porch
Hardwood entrance door with inset obscure glazed panel with diamond leaded lights and matching window panes to either side, coved ceiling, pendant light to the ceiling, partly exposed stone walls, tiled floor, a set of double glazed oak frame doors opens into:

A most welcoming Entrance Hallway - 33' 0'' x 6' 6'' (10.05m x 1.98m)
33' 0\" (10.06m) x 6' 6\" (1.98m)Exposed timber beams to the ceiling, three ceiling lights and pendant light to the stairwell area, wall light points, four double glazed windows in hardwood frames with diamond leaded lights to the front aspect, telephone point, smoke alarm to the ceiling, central heating thermostat control, radiator, telephone point, oak floor, return staircase to the lower ground floor with oak balustrades and newel posts and a large double glazed window in a hardwood frame to the side aspect overlooking the delightful walled garden.

Cloakroom
Obscure double glazed window in a hardwood frame with diamond leaded lights, ceiling light, coved ceiling, low level WC, corner wash hand basin, mirror with illuminated shaver point above, partly tiled walls, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve, tiled floor, oak panelled door.

Lounge - 21' 5'' x 13' 4'' (6.52m x 4.06m)
Two double glazed windows in hardwood frames with oak lintels above overlooking the garden and affording magnificent views across the valley towards the Blorenge, coved ceiling, exposed timber beams to the ceiling, feature stone fireplace with oak mantle and gas fire within on a marble and stone hearth, wall light points on dimmer switches, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve, television aerial point, oak floor, oak panelled door with wooden lintel over.

Snug - 13' 4'' x 11' 3'' (4.06m x 3.43m)
Double glazed window in a hardwood frame with oak lintel above overlooking the garden offering superb views across the valley towards the Blorenge, coved ceiling, ceiling lights, feature fireplace with wooden mantel on a stone flagged hearth with dual fuel burner within, television aerial point, radiator, oak floor and oak panelled door.

Double Aspect L-Shaped Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 23' 3'' x 15' 9'' (7.08m x 4.80m) max. measurements
The kitchen is a particular feature of this family home and is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base-level units in a cream colour washed shaker-style finish incorporating various drawers and storage cupboards, deep pan drawers and a superb island unit with power and plinth lighting, granite worktops and matching splashbacks with inset single bowl ceramic sink unit with mixer tap and inset draining board, Rangemaster with induction hob and two electric fan ovens and grill with extractor hood and glass splashback, and a matching welsh dresser-style unit with glazed display cabinets. Sealed unit double glazed bi-fold doors and further patio door with wooden lintels above opens onto a raised riven paved sun terrace affording breath-taking views across the Usk valley towards the Blorenge and a further double glazed window in a hardwood frame to the side aspect, coved ceiling, loft hatch access, two ceiling lights with dimmer switches and inset light panel to the cooking area, wall light points, oak floor, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve.

Utility Room - 8' 0'' x 7' 8'' (2.44m x 2.34m)
Fitted with a matching range of kitchen units with granite worktops and splashback, inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, integrated NEFF dishwasher, fitted larder cupboard, space for American style fridge freezer, double glazed window in a hardwood frame to the side aspect, coved ceiling, spot track to the ceiling, oak floor.

An oak panelled door opens from the utility room into the garage. The garage offers buyers the potential to create additional living accommodation to suit, subject to the necessary consent.

Lower Ground Floor Hallway
Ceiling light, coved ceiling, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve, ceiling mounted smoke alarm, airing cupboard with factory lagged hot water cylinder, central heating time control unit, light and oak panelled door, deep understairs storage cupboard with light.

Master Bedroom - 14' 0'' x 13' 4'' (4.26m x 4.06m)
Sealed unit double glazed patio doors opening onto a delightful garden and a double glazed window in a hardwood frame with wooden lintel over affording a wonderful view of the Blorenge, coved ceiling, ceiling light, fitted oak wardrobes and overhead storage cabinets with oak panelling and inset wall light points surrounding the bed, a further oak fitted wardrobe, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve, television aerial point, telephone point, oak panelled door.An oak panelled door opens into

Ensuite Wetroom
Shower area with glass shower screen and thermostatic shower mixer on a rigid riser, low level WC, inset sink unit set into vanity storage unit in a white gloss finish with chrome door furniture incorporating drawers and storage cupboards, motion sensor lighting, four mirrored cabinets with power within and lighting above, ladder towel radiator, plinth lighting, extractor fan, tiled walls and tiled floor.

Bedroom Two - 13' 4'' x 11' 8'' (4.06m x 3.55m)
Double glazed window in a hardwood frame with a wooden lintel above overlooking the garden and offering a splendid view of the Blorenge, coved ceiling, ceiling light, fitted oak wardrobes to one wall, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve.

Ensuite Bathroom
Fitted with a three piece suite to include a panelled bath with a Myra Sport thermostatic shower over, wash hand basin set into a vanity storage unit, low level WC, radiator with thermostatic radiator valve, ladder towel radiator, sealed unit double glazed obscure window, ceiling light, illuminated shaver point and extractor fan.

Outside

Front
The property is set well-back from the lane side and is approached via an attractive tarmacadam driveway providing off-street parking for several vehicles and leading to the front door and the double garage. A set of double vehicular gates opens into the rear garden and a covered carport area.

Garage
22' 7\" (6.88m) x 20' 1\" (6.12m) offering potential for conversion to living accommodation subject to the necessary consent, two up and over doors and six double glazed windows in hardwood frames to the front and side aspects, two fluorescent lights to the ceiling.

Rear Garden
A true gardeners delight, this secluded walled rear garden enjoys a southerly aspect and is a glorious feature of this family home, having been thoughtfully planned and beautifully landscaped, the extensive garden wraps around the house taking maximum enjoyment of the light and shade surrounding the house. The garden boasts a sun terrace accessed from the kitchen/diner, two riven patio areas and an arbor providing many interesting spaces from which to sit and enjoy the majestic view of the Blorenge. The garden is well planted throughout to include a water feature and raised herbaceous shrubbery borders as well as an extensive lawned area. A riven paved walkway leads to a range of outbuildings to include: Covered garden store with three open bays, and a stone faced enclosed garden store, with power, light and a sink unit (two bays with concrete floor and two bays with hardcore floor). This area is easily accessible by a set of double vehicular gates and offers potential for the installation of a garage, if required, subject to the necessary consent.

Lower Ground Floor Den with maximum measurements of 19' 6\" (5.94m) x 14' 6\" (4.42m) which is suitable for a variety of uses such as a study area, music room or teenage/adult den complete with wine store, radiator, power, lighting and lobby area with a sealed unit double glazed door with multi-point locking system.

General

The property is subject to an agricultural occupancy restriction. Planning consent was granted by Monmouthshire District Council on 1st October 1986. The planning consent imposed the following condition: \"The Occupation of the dwelling shall be limited to a person solely or mainly employed or last employed: in the locality in agriculture, as defined in Section 290(i) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1971 or in forestry (including any dependants of such persons residing with him) or a widow or widower of such a person\"

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

Services: Mains water, electricity, propane gas, oil tank and private drainage (septic tank). Telephone subject to service provider regulations.

Council Tax: Band G Monmouthshire County Council

EPC Rating: D

Property Features :

• Agricultural Occupancy Restriction
• 33´ Entrance Hallway and Cloakroom
• Superb 21´ 5 Lounge With Majestic Views Towards The Blorenge
• Snug With A Multi-Fuel Burner And Superb Views Over The Valley
• Impressive L-Shaped Kitchen/Diner With Granite Worktops And Doors Opening Onto A Sun Terrace