Pen Doycae Farm Blaenavon Road, Govilon, Abergavenny NP7 9NY

Local Independent Professional

24 Lion Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire NP7 5NT Tel: 01873 859331 www.newlandrennie.com Email: abergavenny@newlandrennie.com

Pen Doycae Farm Blaenavon Road, Govilon, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire NP7 9NY

ENTRANCE PORCH TRIPLE ASPECT LIVING ROOM WITH FEATURE FIREPLACE AND WOOD BURNING STOVE

CONTEMPORARY TRIPLE ASPECT KITCHEN/DINER WITH FRENCH DOORS OPENING ONTO A PATIO AND GARDEN ALL YEAR ROUND CONSERVATORY WITH MAJESTIC PANORAMIC VIEWS

REAR LOBBY/BOOTROOM WITH GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM DOUBLE ASPECT BEDROOM ONE WITH UNINTERRUPTED VIEWS TO THE SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE

TWO FURTHER DOUBLE BEDROOMS EXQUISITELY FITTED FOUR PIECE FAMILY BATHROOM FORMAL GARDEN WITH PATIO AREA 10.5 ACRES MOSTLY PASTURE LAND INTERSPERSED WITH MATURE WOODLAND

TRACTOR SHED DOUBLE GARAGE LPG HEATING SEALED UNIT DOUBLE GLAZING THROUGHOUT

ALSO AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTATION

BARN WITH PLANNING CONSENT FOR CONVERSION TO THREE BEDROOM PROPERTY WITH 5.7 ACRES

£450,000

Nestled in the Brecon Beacons National Park on the slopes of the Blorenge with amazing panoramic views towards the Sugar Loaf, Pen Cerrig-Calch, the Hafod and the Black Mountains beyond, is this smallholding with a handsome

three bedroom detached farmhouse that has been thoughtfully and beautifully renovated, with 10.5 acres of pasture and mature woodland.

Agent’s Introduction An undeniably superb location in the Brecon Beacons National Park! This, traditional farmhouse with history dating back to the early 1700s, would be a fabulous buy for those seeking a smallholding or equestrian property, or for those just wanting a peaceful and rural, yet accessible, location. With its stunning views, this farmhouse has been splendidly refurbished to make the best of the panorama across the surrounding countryside, and with absolutely no compromise on finish. The house benefits from delightful triple aspect rooms on the ground floor enabling natural light to pour through the living accommodation. The contemporary kitchen/diner is fitted with shaker style units and integrated appliances with French doors opening from the dining area onto the patio; a perfect space for entertaining and enjoying the views. The living room is a relaxing space with a feature fireplace and wood burning stove. To the first floor there are three double bedrooms, with double aspect bedroom one enjoying the stunning views across the valley to the Black Mountains, and a most exquisitely fitted four piece family bathroom with a white suite and walnut finish to the vanity units. Outside there is a formal garden from which to enjoy the peaceful haven and approximately 10.5 acres of MOSTLY pasture land with some mature woodland COMPRISING a mix of broadleaf trees. The pasture has been fenced into parcels with excellent stock fencing and a natural water supply and the woodland is a haven for wildlife. As if this isn’t enough, there is a modern tractor shed and double garage with hard standing accessed from the entrance track so making it an ideal property for those with trailers or horseboxes. Available by separate negotiation is Upper Barn (Pen Doycae Farm) a nearby barn with planning consent for conversion to a three bedroom property and a further 5.7 acres. This could provide accommodation for relatives, become an investment property for rental or, subject to the necessary planning consent become a holiday let. A plan showing this property is hatched in blue on the Promap Plan on the back page. Situation and Local Amenities Govilon village is located just a short distance away and is a thriving community enjoying a superb location, situated just three miles from the historic market town of Abergavenny. Local facilities in the village include a public house, a village shop, a selection of churches and, of course, the Canal Wharf. Pen Doycae Farm is within close proximity to the Brecon to Monmouthshire Canal and the area is also well known for outdoor and leisure pursuits including hill walking, cycling, and hang gliding on the Blorenge. There are numerous public footpaths and bridal paths accessible directly from the property for those who enjoy rambling in the countryside. For comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities, Abergavenny is easily accessible and boasts many high street shops and local boutiques as well as many restaurants and cafes. The 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. The Historic Town of Bleanavon is just under four miles on from Pen Doycae Farm. In 2000, UNESCO inscribed the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape as a World Heritage Site. The town is home

to the National Coal Museum at Big Pit, Blaenavon World Heritage Centre and the Pontypool and Blaenavon Steam Railway. The town boasts many independent shops including a convenience store, grocers and post office. It also has several public houses as well as a successful ‘state of the art’ primary school. In addition there are many fabulous walking trails and cycle routes which make the most of this unique post-industrial landscape. The accommodation in more detail comprises: Ground Floor Entrance Porch 4' 2" (1.27m) x 5' 8" (1.73m) Sealed unit double glazed entrance door with multi point locking system and decorative stained glass pane, sealed unit double glazed window in hard wood frame to the front aspect, attractive painted wood panelled ceiling, useful cloaks hanging space, tiled floor. A wooden door with frosted glass panes opens into: Hall Pendant light to the ceiling, stairs to first floor, tiled floor. An oak panelled door opens into: Triple Aspect Living Room 23' 3" (7.09m) x 11' 8" (3.56m) Sealed unit double glazed windows to the front side and rear aspects, two pendant lights to the ceiling, coved ceiling, two radiators, wood burning stove set into an attractive brick fire place on a stone hearth, laminate wood floor covering, cupboard housing electricity consumer unit, useful understairs storage cupboard, telephone point, television aerial. From the hallway an arch opens into: Triple Aspect Kitchen/Diner 32' 6" (9.91m) x 8' 6" (2.59m) A particular feature of this property, the kitchen/diner is a spacious and light space perfect for entertaining, spanning the width of the farm house with an attractive tiled floor throughout. Kitchen Area: Sealed unit double glazed window to the front aspect, sealed unit double glazed window to the side aspect with fabulous views over the Vale of Usk to the local peaks of the Sugar Loaf, Pen Cerrig Calch and to the Black Mountains beyond, two ceiling lights, attractive panelled ceiling, coved ceiling. The kitchen is beautifully fitted with a range of wall and base level units in a cream shaker style finish with contemporary chrome door furniture to include deep pan drawers, glazed display cupboards and wicker drawers, wooden work tops with tiled splash back surround, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space and plumbing for dishwasher, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for microwave, integrated fridge and freezer, Caple eye-level double oven, an integrated four ring induction hob with stainless steel extractor hood above. Dining Area: Sealed unit double glazed French doors opening onto a patio overlooking the garden, sealed unit

double glazed window to the side aspect with majestic views to the hillside beyond and towards the Black Mountains, pendant light to the ceiling, coved ceiling, radiator with thermostat, loft hatch access. A glazed door opens into: Rear Lobby/Boot Room Sealed unit double glazed entrance door with partial glazing opening into garden, ceiling light, coved ceiling, useful cloaks recess, radiator with thermostat, tiled flooring. An oak panelled door opens into: Ground Floor Cloakroom Sealed unit double glazed window to rear aspect, ceiling light, coved ceiling, extractor fan, low level WC and wash hand basin set into a contemporary vanity unit, partially tiled walls, and tiled floor, from the kitchen/diner a glazed door opens into: Conservatory 11' 9" (3.58m) x 14' 6" (4.42m) Sealed unit double glazed windows to three sides with fan light openers from which to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the Sugar Loaf, Pen Cerrig Calch and the Lonely Shepherd through to the Black Mountains beyond, pitched polycarbonate roof covering, two radiators with thermostats, television aerial, tiled floor. First Floor Split Level Landing Two pendant lights to the ceiling, airing cupboard, loft hatch access. Double Aspect Bedroom One 15' 0" (4.57m) x 10' 5" (3.18m) Sealed unit double glazed window to the rear aspect overlooking the garden, sealed unit double glazed window to the side aspect with views to the Sugar Loaf and Black Mountains beyond, two pendant lights to the ceiling, radiator, panelled door. Bedroom Two 11' 10" (3.61m) x 8' 2" (2.49m) Sealed unit double glazed window to the front aspect, pendant light to the ceiling, coved ceiling, radiator with thermostat, built in wardrobe with loft access panel, panelled door. Bedroom Three 9' 9" (2.97m) x 8' 5" (2.57m) Sealed unit double glazed window to front aspect, pendant light to ceiling, coved ceiling, radiator with thermostat, high level courtesy glass brick feature to hallway, panelled door. Bathroom Sealed unit double glazed window to side aspect, spot lights to the ceiling, two chrome ladder towel radiators, tiled walls, contrasting tiled floor. The contemporary bathroom is fitted with a four piece white suite to include a Phoenix Whirlpool bath, wash hand basin set into a walnut finish vanity unit with granite top, low level WC with concealed cistern, corner shower cubicle with glass doors.

Outside Formal Garden The farm house is accessed via a well surfaced and maintained roadway and approached via a path to a frontage with traditional stone walling. A path leads to a formal rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn and is well stocked with shrubs, trees and ferns. A patio with ample space for table and chairs and ideal for entertaining immediately adjoins the rear of the house and is a super spot from which to entertain and enjoy the magnificent views. The formal garden is enclosed to the boundary by stone walling to the south and stock fencing to the north with stiles to fields. Land The Farm House is being offered to the market with land extending to approximately 10.544 acres which comprise of several gently sloping grazing fields, which are interspersed with wooded areas containing a range of mature broadleaf trees. The land is hatched in red on the Promap Plan on the back page. The land is well fenced and suitable for those seeking to graze livestock or keep horses. With direct access from the roadway are two useful outbuildings: Detached Workshop/Tractor Shed 33’ 0” x 18’ 0” Roller shutter door. Detached Garage 25’ 0” x 19’ 0” Pedestrian door, two electric up and over garage doors, power, light and water. General Tenure: We are informed the property is Freehold. Intending purchasers should make their own enquiries via their solicitors. Services: Private drainage to septic tank, borehole, mains electricity. Telephone subject to service provider regulations. Council Tax: Band F EPC Rating: E Directions to view From Abergavenny take the main road the A4143 to Llanfoist village passing Waitrose on the right hand side. Follow the B4246 through Llanfoist towards Govilon. After passing under a stone railway bridge take the turning on the left sign posted Blaenavon and Big Pit. Proceed along this road passing under a wooden bridge and over the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Continue along this road around a left hand bend and then a right hand bend towards Blaenavon. The entrance to the driveway is set back towards the top of the hill on the right hand side; it is the first property entrance on the right as you climb the hill with large stone flanking the entrance. Should the cattle grid be reached then the property entrance has been missed. Viewings Strictly by appointment only with the sole selling agents Newland Rennie.

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All measurements are approximate only. Reference to external/internal floor areas are approximate only and should not be used for Building Insurance purposes. Please note we have not tested the equipment, appliances and services in this property – interested parties are advised to commission the appropriate surveys before making any offer to purchase. Sketch and floor plans are for illustrative purposes only – not to scale. All walls, doors, windows, fittings, their sizes and locations are approximate only and cannot be regarded as being a representation by the seller or his agent Newland Rennie. Reference to North is magnetic and approximate only.

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FLOOR PLAN PROMAP IMAGE