2 bed cottage for sale

Abergavenny NP7

Situated in the Black Mountains.

This unusual property is peacefully situated in an uniquely sheltered position in this unspoilt and highly regarded rural area. It commands a fine open outlook towards Loxidge Tump on the Hatterall Ridge, along the crest of which Offa’s Dyke path runs the border between Wales & England. This is the easternmost part of the Black Mountains range and, nearby, on the lower slopes of the glacially-formed valley landscape is to be found the famed, ancient Llanthony Priory. About seven miles distant is the main A465 Abergavenny to Hereford Road, these important local centres each having a diverse range of amenities and facilities, the former with both a railway station and a dual-carriageway linking to the national motorway system.

The Stone built Rural Retreat occupying an elevated, almost fortified position standing in grounds extending to 4 acres with a small watercourse running through and with direct access to the neighbouring mountainside.
On the Ground Floor: Part glazed front door with glazed side panels and outside light to

entrance porch 4’10” x 2’8”
with stone window seats, half-heck door having glazed upper portion to

sitting room 11’4” x 9’ (lower area) 18’ x 11’2”(upper area)
on two levels, with a flagstone floor, exposed beams, stone fireplace with large Oak lintel, “Charnwood” multi-fuel stove, one single panel radiator and three double power points. Window shutters. Two steps up to upper Sitting area with flagstone floor, two aspects, stone fireplace with massive stone lintel, raised hearth with fitted electric wood-burner style stove and with the old bread oven door incorporated to one side. Three double power points and telephone point. Staircase leading off, Three steps down to the
Observatory

22’1” x 13’7” plus 8’10” x 4’6”
a well-lit room enjoying three aspects, oriel type window commanding a superb outlook over the surrounding landscape, Maple wood strip floor, exposed roof trusses, exposed stone wall, oil fired “Franco Belge” stove, two single panel radiators, four wall lights, two double power points and a T.V. Aerial point. Fully glazed door to a balcony area.
From the Sitting room, two steps up lead to the
Kitchen

11’9” x 10’8”
with a flagstone floor, exposed stone walls, range of carpenter-made “Shaker” style units with white and pale grey finish and comprising base units with drawer and cupboard space, a full height storage cupboard, an integral dishwasher & washing machine and a fridge/freezer. Natural Marble and Slate working surfaces, the Belfast sink with a wood surround, a ceramic draining board and Chromium plated mixer taps. Leisure - “Rangemaster 110” Cooker with Marble up-stand to rear and a feature cooker hood over. Fluorescent lighting, one single panel radiator and four double power points. Half-glazed, half-heck door to the exterior where there is a paved terrace ideal for al-fresco dining. A doorway and a serving aperture with a slate surface open into the
Dining room

11’5” x 8’7”
with a flagstone floor, three windows with Pine sills and wooden shutters. One single panel radiator. Half-heck door to the
Conservatory

10’ x 8’8”
With a Quarry tiled floor and exposed stone walls providing plant pot shelving. A lovely light room with generous glazing including to the roof. Door to the exterior paved entrance way.
Ground floor bathroom

8’6” x 7’6”
with exposed stone walls, Maple wood strip floor, white suite of a free-standing bath with ball & claw feet, mixer taps with shower fitting, a pedestal wash hand basin (h & c) and a close-coupled low flush w.c. One double panel radiator. Pine wall-mounted shelves. Airing Cupboard with factory insulated hot water cylinder having a circuit from the central heating system and a standby immersion heater, fitted slat shelving and central heating programmer. Hatch to roof space.

Stairs to On the First Floor:
Landing

9’2” x 4’7”
with Maple wood-strip floor, exposed roof timbers and one double power point.

Bedroom (1)
11’5” x 8’7” plus 13’5” x 6’7”
A very pleasant double room with Maple wood-strip floor, two aspects, exposed roof timbers and tongued and grooved planked ceiling. Stone fireplace with flagstone hearth and fitted small multi-fuel cast iron box stove. Two single panel radiators and three double power points.

Bedroom (2)
11’7” x 10’10”
Another double room enjoying two aspects and having Maple wood-strip floor, French windows to balcony area overlooking the rear garden. One single panel radiator, one double power point and a hatch to the roof space.
Shower room

With exposed timbers, part timbered to dado level, white suite of pedestal wash hand basin (h & c) with a tiled splash-back, a low flush w.c. And a corner shower cubicle with a “Mira Excel” electric shower installed. One single panel radiator and an electric shaver point.
Outside

Ty Cwm is approached from the public highway via a shared stone-surfaced right of way, fenced for convenience and leading through fields for a little over 500 yards. A wooden five bar gate and adjacent pedestrian gate give access into the property, where there is a convenient, hard surfaced, turning and parking area past which flows a small watercourse known as the Nant-y-Carnau. The dwelling is approached from here via curved stone steps leading up to the raised garden area, which features a stone wall-enclosed herb bed, well established herbaceous/Rose borders and a lawn with an attractive small pond. To the immediate rear of the property is a stone surfaced patio with a nearby, shady, Heather and bulb border. With access from the kitchen is a paved terrace with low stone walls and wrought iron fencing, this ideal for sitting out. A gate and steps lead down from here to the front of the property and the driveway, thus providing convenient access for shopping deliveries. There is also access off the terrace area to the Boiler Room/Store, which has a flagstone floor, fitted wall shelves, upright freezer and also housing the oil fired “Worcester Danesmoor 15/19” oil-fired boiler. Here is located the electricity meter and trip box and one double and one single power points are also provided. Hatch to roof space.

A path across the lawn leads to a wide five-bar gated pathway leading to a small paddock and the vegetable garden area with terraced, raised beds, these easily maintained without the necessity for stooping. There is a timber Potting Shed and a former Stable. Beyond is a picturesque area of mixed Bluebell woodland including Beech and Sweet Chestnut, whilst adjacent is a mature plantation of principally Larch trees. The property extends in all to 4 acres or thereabouts.
Hill grazing rights

The property has the advantage of registered hill grazing rights on the adjoining Black Mountains for 33 sheep or 5 ponies and these rights will be included in the sale.
Services

Mains electricity is connected. Private Drainage to a septic tank. Private Water supply. Telephone (subject to British Telecom transfer regulations). Oil fired central heating. None of the services, nor any of the fixtures and fittings included in these sale particulars has been tested.

Broadband connectivity:
Super Fast Broadband has apparently, recently, been laid up the Llanthony Valley in both trenches and on poles. It is intended that everybody should be connected, but this is yet to be achieved. In the mean-time Starlink has been installed by the present owner.
Tenure

Freehold.

Rights of way easements & wayleaves, etc
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any such rights which may exist, it is known that public footpaths pass over part of the property.
Outgoings

The property is banded in “Band G” for Council tax purposes.
Possession

Vacant Possession upon completion.
Viewing

Strictly by appointment only please through the Sole Agents, Nigel Ward & Company: Tel:, atmosphere
First acquaintance with this property brings reminiscences of scenes immortalised in nineteenth century and earlier oil paintings, which frequently portray a woodman’s cottage nestling under a backdrop of trees with wisps of smoke rising from the chimney of an open fire as a stream babbles by. The site of the original dwelling was undoubtedly chosen for a good number of reasons, including the sheltered location, the availability of stone and timber for the building, wood for heating and cooking as well as the nearby source of water, thus providing almost all of the necessities of living in days gone by. Interestingly the present owner purchased the property in 1982 (44 years ago) and after many years during which extensive building works including extensions and
renovations were carried out (which we understand all came under Building Regulations), retired and took up residence in the year 2000.

Agents’ remarks
Whilst the accommodation currently provides two bedrooms it is considered feasible that with some re-arrangement another bedroom could be provided.
Certain fittings may be available subject to satisfactory negotiation.
Recreational facilities

The property is situated in the Black Mountains near the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. The area is particularly well endowed with numerous footpaths and bridle ways, giving the opportunity to build up an appetite to sample the culinary delights of the many, highly regarded, eateries of the locality. The renowned book town of Hay-on-Wye is 11 miles distant over the Gospel Pass, the journey taking in some superb, far-ranging views.
Directions

The postcode of the property is understood to be NP7 7NW, but this is unlikely to take you directly to the property, but the what3words location is painting.coconut.complies. Viewing is strictly by appointment, and prospective purchasers can be met at the public car park at Llanthony Priory and transported to the property in a company vehicle if desired.

Please follow the Country Code and ensure that any gates found closed are closed after passing through them and that no stock are permitted to pass through, or escape.

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important notice Nigel Ward & Co. Give notice to anyone reading these Particulars as follows:

A. These Particulars are prepared for the guidance only of prospective purchasers and are intended to give a fair overall description of the property.
B. Any area measurements referred to are approximate only.
C. The descriptions contained herein are used in good faith as an opinion and not by way of statement of fact.