House For Sale £550,000
Situated in a semi-rural setting in the Bannau Brycheiniog - Brecon Beacons - National Park and affording distant hillside views over the Vale of Usk, is this derelict farmhouse with attached traditional stone barn having planning permission for development, together with approximately 10 acres of pastureland. Formerly two cottages and a barn, the property offers potential to create two separate dwellings or one large residence, subject to the necessary consent.
SITUATION
Gilwern is a thriving community enjoying a superb location with majestic views of the Sugar Loaf and further north, towards the Black Mountains of the National Park, yet is situated only four miles from the historic market town of Abergavenny and closer still to nearby Crickhowell. Local facilities in the bustling village include a butcher and a post office, several public houses, a thriving village hall, a petrol garage, a church, a highly regarded primary school, library, doctors' surgery and of course, the canal wharf on the Brecon to Monmouthshire Canal. The area is also well known for outdoor and leisure pursuits including hill walking, cycling, and hang gliding. For more comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities, Abergavenny is also easily accessible by car and boasts many high street shops and local boutiques as well as many restaurants and cafes. The wider area is also well served for schools for all ages. Abergavenny railway station provides services to central London via Newport as well as Cardiff, Newport, and Manchester. Road links via the A465 and motorway network provide access to Cwmbran, Newport, Cardiff and West Wales as well as Bristol, London, and the Midlands.
KITCHEN
Two windows, door to outside. Door to large walk-in pantry. The kitchen leads to:
RECEPTION ROOM
Window overlooking fields with views towards the Blorenge, ceiling beams, flagstone floor, fireplace, staircase to the first floor, understairs storage cupboard. Latched door to:
HALLWAY
Two windows overlooking fields with views towards the Blorenge, flagstone floor. Latched door to:
RECEPTION ROOM
Window. Door to:
DUAL ASPECT RECEPTION ROOM
Windows to the front and rear, brick fireplace with staircase to the first floor. Door to cupboard, latched door to hallway, door to outside.
DUAL ASPECT LANDING (POTENTIAL BEDROOM)
Window with views across fields towards the Blorenge, further window to the front. Latched door to internal landing, inbuilt cupboard, stairs to the ground floor.
INTERNAL LANDING SPACE
Window to the front aspect.
BATHROOM
Lavatory and sink unit (not connected to mains drainage).
BEDROOM
Window with views across fields towards the Blorenge.
BEDROOM
Window, latched door connecting through to:
BEDROOM
Window with view across fields towards the Blorenge. Latched door connecting through to:
BEDROOM
Window.
ATTACHED STONE BARN
Attached to the house is a substantial stone barn under a slate roof with overall measurements of 38' 10" x 20' 6" with 14' height from floor to eaves - Double barn doors to either side, ceiling beams, two sky lights. Doors to side and front, six further window openings.The barn has Planning Permission for Development to form a dwelling. A copy of the planning permission is available on request from the Agent. For further guidance and advice, buyers are directed to Bannau Brycheiniog - Brecon Beacons - National Park Planning Department under reference M20736. Planning permission was granted on 27th September 2005, subject to conditions. Development subsequently commenced with the demolition of the dutch barn.Ideally situated for rural living, this barn would be an ideal purchase for those seeking a primary country home residence to adapt to their own specification in a location perfect for savouring the many walks and mountain scenery that abound the region. The planning permission allows for the conversion of the barn into a two storey dwelling comprising:
GROUND FLOOR
Dual aspect living room with spiral staircase to the first floor; dining room; study; kitchen; and shower room.
FIRST FLOOR
Galleried landing; four bedrooms; two en-suite bath/shower rooms; family bathroom.
OUTSIDE
The plans include the demolition of a Dutch barn (now complete), and the conversion of derelict outbuildings to form a new garage and attached storeroom.
OUTSIDE
In total, the land extends to approximately 10 acres, comprising:PART STONE WALLED GARDENS - Redundant stone building, part stone walled.LAND - Level pastureland divided into two enclosures. Buyers are advised to note that the land is crossed by a public footpath and there is a vehicular right of way over a defined track for water authority employees to service a pumping station on the southern boundary. In addition, the landowner and a tenant farmer have a vehicular and pedestrian right of access from the entrance drive on this same route to an adjoining field. At the northern end of the driveway, there is a supplementary vehicular right of way to the adjoining light commercial yard.
GENERAL
Tenure - We are informed the property is Freehold. Intending purchasers should make their own enquiries via their solicitors.Services - Mains water is available but not connected to the house. Mains drainage.Council Tax - Band E (Monmouthshire County Council)EPC Rating - ExemptProperty is uninhabitable at presentReference AB255Taylor & Co : 01873 [use Contact Agent Button] Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 - Every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy; however, these property particulars are approximate and for illustrative purposes only and they are not intended to constitute part of an offer of contract. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested. All photographs, measurements, floor plans and distances referred to are given as a guide only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of any fixture or fittings; it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Lease details, service charges and ground rent (where applicable) are given as a guide only and should be checked prior to agreeing a sale. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will provide any information you require. Viewing is strictly by appointment with the AgentsDue to potential hazards at the property,all viewings MUST be accompanied. For safety reasons, potential buyers are not permitted to view the external areas without an appointment.
Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
