Y Gribyn, Solva, SA62

Perched on the edge of the ever popular village of Solva is this highly flexible, four bedroom house which offers a huge number of options for a purchaser. In addition to the main house there is a two bedroom self-contained lodge which is currently used for overflow accommodation but could be a perfect letting unit. The property enjoys approximately one acre of grounds extending up the wooded valley and includes terraced gardens and an orchard. The space on offer both inside and out makes The Smithy a fabulous option for those looking to live in this popular seaside community.

Entering the property from the large driveway at the front, you arrive in the ground floor hallway. Opening off this space you have two double bedrooms, one currently used as a well-placed home office, and a shower room. Climbing the oak staircase to the first floor you arrive on a large central landing which enjoys views over the village to the fore. From the landing you have access to two further double bedrooms along with the family bathroom. To the southern end of the property you find the welcoming reception areas which make the most of their elevated position to enjoy picturesque views over the village and down to the harbour and sea. The large living room at the front of the property leads out to a charming balcony which is a delightful spot to watch the comings and goings of the village. Behind that you have a lovely dining room area which shares a double-sided log burner with the sitting room. Off that, you find the well-equipped kitchen which leads back into the first floor landing. To the rear of this level of the property you find a flexible space in the garden room which runs along the back of the property, completing the accommodation on offer.

In addition to the main house, you also have the lodge, which offers two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and an open plan living/dining area. The lodge has been used as overflow family accommodation by the current owners but could offer great scope as a letting unit, subject to any relevant planning, should a new owner wish it.

Externally, the property owns the two lime kilns at the front of the property which are an historic original feature to the home. There is parking for two cars in front of the lime kilns with another dedicated parking space and separate access to the lodge beyond it. There is a garage to the side of the home along with a block paved driveway which offers even more parking. To the rear of the home you find terraced gardens leading up the hill with several substantial storage/workshop buildings. To the side, you find a mature orchard extending to approximately one acre including the gardens. There is access to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path directly from the rear of the gardens, ideal for an owner wishing to explore this beautiful coastline.

If required, there is a further approximately six and a half acres of woodland leading up the hill with an approximately two-and-a-half acre paddock at its centre which has a separate access point from the road.

Solva enjoys a range of pubs, restaurants, and cafés along with an eclectic range of galleries and shops. Solva is also less than ten minutes from the UK’s smallest city of St Davids which offers further amenities and is a hub for local adventure and water sports.

The Smithy is a charming and characterful property that combines a superb position in its coastal village with well-presented and versatile accommodation. For those looking to put down roots in this very popular location, this captivating property should be essential viewing.

Main hallway

Entering the property from the front, you arrive in the ground floor hallway which has doors to the two bedrooms and shower room on this level. The hallway also contains the oak staircase up to the first floor of the property with a double height atrium.

Bedroom three

At the far end of the hallway you find the large double bedroom which currently is set up with a double and single bed. The room has a window to the front and side along with plenty of space for freestanding bedroom furniture.

Bedroom four

Currently used as a large home office, this good-sized double bedroom looks out over the driveway through a large picture window. This flexible bedroom works perfectly as an office or studio space if not required for sleeping accommodation.

Shower room

Positioned next to bedroom three is this handy shower room which offers a double shower, lavatory, and hand basin. The space is finished with a low maintenance covering to the walls and tiles to the floor.

First floor landing

Climbing the staircase from the ground floor you arrive on the large first floor landing which has doors to the principal rooms on this level. The landing has windows along the first floor which offers picturesque views of the village and woodland opposite the property.

Sitting room

A highpoint to the home is undoubtedly the large sitting room at the front of the property. The room is accessed via a door from the first floor landing and has an archway to the rear leading into the dining room. A feature of the space is the double-sided wood burner which heats both this space and the dining room behind it. The sitting room has a window to the side and bi-fold doors leading out to the balcony which runs along the front of the property. This balcony is a lovely feature of the home and offers a wonderful indoor/outdoor aspect to the home with great views over the village and towards the harbour. The balcony is finished with a glass balustrade along the front.

Dining room

Accessed from either the kitchen or the sitting room, this good-sized reception space has a large picture window to the side with views over the village and down to the harbour. This space also shares a homely feature with the sitting room in the double-sided wood burner that heats both spaces.

Kitchen

Double doors from the dining room take you into the large kitchen which also has a door back onto the first floor landing. The kitchen offers a good range of fitted appliances with the light cabinetry complemented by a dark countertop. There is also a large window and door out to the rear garden. The kitchen has a Rayburn range as a focal point which provides the home with heating and hot water.

Bedroom one

Positioned at the front of the property is this large double bedroom which has a window to the fore with pretty views over the village and surrounding wooded valley.

Bedroom two

Found next to bedroom one is another good-sized double which is currently set out as a dressing room to the master bedroom. The room has a window in the rear wall looking into the garden room.

Family shower room

This room has a double shower and hand basin with an obscured glass window to the rear. The shower room is finished with tiling to the walls and floor.

W/C

The separate lavatory has a hand basin and toilet and an obscured glass window to the rear.

Garden room

Accessed via an external door next to the kitchen, this great-sized space runs along the rear of the property and is currently used as a storage and workspace. The garden room has a poly carbon roof and tiled floor with windows to the rear wall. There is a door in the far wall which takes you out to the orchard at the side of the property.

The Lodge

The lodge is a self-contained two bedroom property which offers a good-sized open plan living area along with a separate kitchen, bathroom, and two double bedrooms. The lodge has always been used as overflow accommodation for the owners and hasn’t ever been let, but it could provide a fantastic letting option should an owner wish to explore this. The lodge has its own courtyard garden to the rear with access down to a dedicated parking space.

Opposite the lodge is a stone outbuilding which is currently used for storage but could offer scope to add living space to the lodge if needed, subject to any relevant planning.

Externally

Externally, the property features two original lime kilns positioned at the front, an attractive and characterful element that adds historic charm and a unique identity to the home. In front of the kilns there is convenient parking for two vehicles. There is also an additional dedicated parking space and a separate access point that leads to the lodge situated just beyond, offering privacy and flexibility for guests or extended family.

To the side of the main residence a garage provides secure storage, complemented by a block-paved driveway that offers further parking capacity and enhances the overall kerb appeal. At the rear, terraced gardens ascend gently up the hillside, providing a variety of outdoor spaces ideal for leisure and gardening. These are accompanied by several substantial storage and workshop buildings, offering excellent space for practical use or hobbies.

To one side of the property, a mature orchard extends to approximately one acre including...

Directions

From Haverfordwest, head west on the A487 signposted for St Davids. Pass through the villages of Pelcomb Cross, Simpsons Cross, and Roch before reaching the coast at Newgale. Continue on the A487 until you approach the village of Solva. Head downhill and just before you reach the stone bridge The Smithy will be the first property you see on your left-hand side. There is parking to the fore in front of the lime kilns and on the block paved driveway.

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