Llanrothal, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25

Description

A Grade 11 listed detached stone barn, converted to an impressive residential property, completed in 2008, sitting in almost 0.5 acres of garden. Old Orchard Barn stands in a small complex of 4 properties in the hamlet of Tregate. The property is surrounded by fields and woodland. Looking out across the Monnow valley, near the famous Tregate Bridge, with views towards Monmouth to the South and the Black Mountains in the West. The barn enjoys a wealth of character features including exposed beams and trusses, with an imposing central oak staircase which divides to each side where a light and airy ambience has been created by the large windows to the front and rear elevations.

Situation

Old Orchard Barn is situated on the parish lane in the picturesque Monnow Valley, a short distance from Tregate Bridge and next to the ancient site of a Motte and Bailey Castle. The hamlets of St Maughan’s and Llanrothal are just beyond on either side of the valley with the historic town of Monmouth approximately 5 miles away providing a comprehensive range of amenities, independent and national retailers, restaurants as well as both junior and senior schools which enjoy excellent reputations including the Haberdashers’ schools for boys and girls. The town of Monmouth is situated on the River Wye amidst rolling Monmouthshire countryside, whilst offering exceptional major road network links along the A449 towards the M50 in the north and M4 to the south.

Accommodation

The property is entered through an imposing hardwood and glazed front door into a beautiful Entrance Hall filled with natural light. The architecture of the stunning wooden staircase creates a sense of impact on entering this beautiful home. The vaulted roof and exposed beams and trusses amplify the stunning architecture of the property. The current owners have treated the beams. The open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen area is perfect for modern living with a limestone tiled floor with the hardwood framed French doors opening to the patio and garden.

Open Plan Living Space

From the entrance hall, two steps lead into the Sitting Room with solid wood flooring throughout. This room has characterful windows. A central stone-built chimney houses a woodburning stove with wooden mantel above. This light and spacious room has a cosy feel. From the entrance hall wooden and glazed double doors lead out into the garden and capitalise on the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, also filling the space with light. This space leads into the dining area continuing into the kitchen, a wonderful open plan space, perfect for modern family living.

Kitchen

The Kitchen is fitted with a range of wall mounted and floor standing units incorporating a stainless-steel sink and drainer, an electric hob and oven with extractor fan. There is also as integrated fridge and freezer, Hotpoint dishwasher and washer/dryer. Ample work surface extends onto a peninsular unit opening to the dining area enjoying views out to the garden and surrounding countryside. The kitchen benefits from a door leading outside onto a raised Verandah with seating area with paved floor, wooden roof and side panels – perfect for alfresco dining. A Grant oil fired Combination boiler is housed in the kitchen space.

Ground Floor Shower Room

A door off the kitchen leads to a ground floor Shower Room with Quadrant shower unit, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. This room has tiled walls and floor, towel rail, extractor fan and a window.

Master Bedroom

From the entrance hall the beautiful wooden bifurcated staircase leads to a galleried landing area with large windows capitalising on the stunning views and allowing light to fill the central space. To the left a door leads to the Master Bedroom a stunning room with vaulted ceiling and exposed beams and trusses. This room also benefits from beautiful, characterful windows - a total of 10 windows with wooden frames and one Velux roof light. A door leads to an Ensuite Shower Room with a corner shower unit with Triton shower, a WC, sink and towel rail. This room is fully tiled, has a window and extractor fan. This master bedroom also benefits from a spacious walk-in wardrobe.

Bedroom Two

On crossing the landing, on the other side of the staircase is Bedroom 2 a double room currently housing twin beds, this characterful room also has exposed beams and wonderful views of the garden.

Bedroom 3

The next door off the landing leads to Bedroom 3 a beautiful double bedroom, also with character features including exposed beams.

Family Bathroom

A door leading off the landing leads to a fully tiled Family Bathroom with a bath, WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a Quadrant shower unit.

Bedroom Four

From the landing the staircase continues to the 2nd floor where there is a spacious landing area currently used as a seating area. A door leads to Bedroom 4, a spacious double room, currently housing twin beds, stunningly converted highlighting the wonderful character of the original beams and trusses. This room has 4 windows filling it with light.

Outside

The property is approached from the lane through a broad entrance in the high stone wall. On the left is an extensive gravelled area running along the front of the barn, with plenty of room for parking. To the right of the property is a metal gate leading to the Verandah with back door entrance into the kitchen. Steps from this area lead down onto the lawn. The garden can also be accessed from the main living area through wooden framed and glazed double doors to patio area with steps to a further patio area and lawn. The garden comprises of a relatively flat lawned area with fencing to two sides and mature hedge to the other. A wooden five bar gate leads into a further area of grass, slightly sloping and leading to point.

EPC Band

E

General

Mains water Private septic tank Oil central heating

Local Authority

Herefordshire County Council

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Agents: David James