Welcome to 1 The Shires, Abergavenny, a cozy and compact detached type home with 5 bed in the NP7 0EX area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £474,500 and a rental potential of £3,084 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Feb 11, 2015. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"An impressive individually designed house presented to an excellent standard, four reception rooms including games room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, conservatory, cloakroom, five bedrooms (two ensuite), sauna, garage, parking, pretty garden and lovely views. Could suit multi-family occupancy.
It is with the upmost pleasure that we are able to offer this impressive individually designed family home for sale on the open market. Built in 1995 by the present owners and with the addition of a substantial two storey extension in around 2005; which comprises a games room, utility, integral garage and the master bedroom with his and her dressing room and bathroom in addition to a sauna room. The property has been designed to provide the basis for self contained accommodation if required which would be ideal for multi-family occupancy.
NO ONWARD CHAIN. VIEWING RECOMMENDED.
The centre of Gilwern is approximately a quarter of a mile away and offers amenities including doctors and dental surgeries, post office, shops etc whilst the neighbouring towns of Abergavenny and Crickhowell are both within approximately four miles offering further facilities. The A465 Heads of the Valleys Road is approximately half a mile away and this provides convenient access to the North Gwent Valleys and to the A40/A4042 trunk roads which in turn lead to the M4 and M50 motorways; thus for a successful purchaser seeking access to road links it is considered ideal.
Situated deep within The Brecon Beacons National Park special mention must be made of the property's location as it is surrounded by some spectacular scenery which provides a range of outdoor pursuits.
This is a remarkable property and we urge prospective purchasers to carry out a personal inspection in order to fully appreciate all that it has to offer.
GROUND FLOOR
STORM PORCH
Outside light.
ENTRANCE HALL
12'3" x 10'6" (12'3 x 3.2m) maximum measurements.
Hardwood entrance door, leaded double glazed side panel, understairs cupboard, radiator.
CLOAKROOM
5'10" x 3'4" (1.78m x 1.02m)
Close couple W.C., pedestal wash hand basin, tiled walls, tiled floor, double glazed window, stainless steel towel radiator.
STUDY
9'10" x 7'7" (3m x 2.31m)
Laminated flooring, double glazed window, radiator.
LOUNGE
18'10" x 11'6" (5.74m x 3.51m)
Feature log effect gas fire mounted in bespoke fireplace and hearth, coved ceiling, radiator, double glazed double patio doors to:
CONSERVATORY
13'10" x 13'6" (4.22m x 4.11m)
Hardwood double glazed mounted on brick plinth with tiled floor, double glazed double French doors to the garden, two electric heaters.
SITTING ROOM
10'5" x 13'10" (3.18m x 4.22m)
Feature double glazed window, radiator.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
17'4" x 11'6" (5.28m x 3.51m)
Luxuriously appointed with polished granite worksurfaces, one and a half bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap, under mounted range of cupboards and drawers, integrated dishwasher and microwave, Rangemaster Toledo cooker with five ring gas hob and electric oven, stainless steel splashback, matching hood over, range of wall cupboards, American style fridge freezer mounted in matching housing with pull-out pantry units to either side, central island unit with range of cupboards, drawers and wicker baskets below. Halstead wall mounted boiler, tiled splashbacks, tiled walls, three double glazed windows with fitted blinds, radiator.
REAR LOBBY
5'8" x 4'4" (1.73m x 1.32m)
Double glazed door to outside, tiled floor.
UTILITY ROOM
10'3" x 5'9" (3.12m x 1.75m)
Stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap inset in worktop surface with a range of cupboards, space and plumbing for automatic washing machine, full width upright cupboards (housing second boiler), tiled floor, tiled splashbacks, two double glazed windows, radiator.
GAMES ROOM
22'9" x 17'4" (6.93m x 5.28m)
Two double glazed aspects, staircase to the first floor, integral door to the garage, built in handmade bar counter and shelving.
MASTER BEDROOM
17'3" x 15'6" (5.26m x 4.72m)
Double glazed window, radiator.
INNER LANDING
Access to loft space with drop down ladder.
HIS AND HER DRESSING ROOMS
7'3" x 6'6" (2.21m x 1.98m)
Duplicated to either side of the inner landing, range of hanging rails, chest of drawers, two radiators.
ENSUITE BATHROOM
17'4" x 5'9" (5.28m x 1.75m)
Raised panelled bath with mono bloc tap, twin vanity wash hand basins with cupboards below, low level W.C. with concealed cistern, power shower in corner enclosure, two stainless steel ladder style radiators, extractor fan, double glazed window.
SAUNA ROOM
14'10" x 9'0" (4.52m x 2.74m)
Corner Jacuzzi bath, thermostatic shower in glazed enclosure with glass door, built-in electric sauna, pine ceiling, stainless steel ladder style radiator, tiled walls and floor.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING TO THE MAIN HOUSE
10'3" x 9'4" (3.12m x 2.84m) maximum measurements
Gallery style, built in airing cupboard with insulated hot water cylinder, access to loft space.
BEDROOM TWO
11'10" x 10'3" (3.61m x 3.12m)
Double glazed window, radiator.
BEDROOM THREE
11'8" x 10'4" (3.56m x 3.15m)
Double glazed window, radiator, built in dressing table, matching chest of drawers, double and single wardrobes, overbed storage cupboards.
BEDROOM FOUR
14'8" x 11'8" (4.47m x 3.56m)
Two double fitted wardrobes, matching dressing table with mirror over, further range of fitted cupboards, double glazed window, radiator.
ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM
6'6" x 5'5" (1.98m x 1.65m)
Electric shower in corner enclosure, vanity wash hand basin, mono bloc tap, cupboards and drawers below, low level W.C. with concealed cistern, stainless steel ladder style radiator, double glazed window, tiled walls and floor.
BEDROOM FIVE
11'8" x 8'6" (3.56m x 2.59m)
Double glazed window, radiator.
BATHROOM
9'10" x 6'2" (3m x 1.88m)
Panelled bath with mono bloc tap, close couple W.C., vanity wash hand basin with cupboards below, double medicine cabinet with mirrored doors, electric shower in double enclosure, tiled walls, double glazed window, stainless steel ladder style radiator.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via an extensive tarmac drive which leads to the integral garage. To the side of the property there is an additional parking area and a bed of mature shrubs and trees whilst the open plan garden has been mainly laid to lawn with well stocked borders. The rear garden is screened mainly by a brick wall and timber panel fence has been mainly laid to lawn and includes a wealth of well stocked borders and beds, mature shrubs and trees, attractive fish pond, flagstone patio, timber decking with balustrade, detached garden room. From the garden itself lovely views may be enjoyed of the surrounding hills especially towards Gilwern Hill.
GARAGE
24'6" x 9'4" (7.47m x 2.84m)
Up and over door, rear door to the garden, integral personal door to the games room.
GARDEN ROOM
11'6" x 9'0" (3.51m x 2.74m)
Of timber frame construction.
TENURE
We are advised FREEHOLD to be verified through your solicitor.
DIRECTIONS
From Abergavenny follow the A465 Heads of the Valleys road and after approximately three and a half miles take the third turning off the roundabout and proceed towards Gilwern village. After about four hundred yards take the turning on the right and follow this country lane to the 30mph limit sign and then take the second turning on the right into The Halfpennies, proceed through to The Shires where the property will be found on the left hand side.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property."