Redbrook Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25

History

This historic property dates back, in parts, to the late 12th Century. Records show around 1178, the Church of St Thomas the Martyr was built on the site. The Burgesses of Monmouth made reference to it in 1485, by which time it was known as The King's Chapel. There is evidence that it was still being used as a place of worship up until 1675, but by 1740 it is understood to have become a vicarage. It had various uses over the following centuries, latterly forming part of the Duke and Duchess of Beaufort's estate. In 1901 it was sold, and it is believed at this point it became a dwelling house. There are many features which demonstrate its age and history - beamed rooms, large fireplaces, and leaded glass windows, including a Gothic Trefoil window in one of the bedrooms. The house has a Grade II listing.

Situation

Benefiting from a convenient semi-rural location at the edge of Monmouth with great access to the Wye Valley and motorway access links, via the A40 to Cardiff, Bristol and M50 with far reaching views, within walking distance of a local shop and post office. Monmouth town centre is just under a mile away which provides a comprehensive range of amenities with a wide range of shops and excellent schools, both junior and senior including the Haberdashers’ Schools for boys and girls and Monmouth Comprehensive. There is a post office/shop and Kymin View primary school within walking distance of the property and a bus link which takes you into Monmouth town.

Accommodation

Enter the property into a welcoming, impressive Reception Dining Hall enjoying views of the surrounding gardens, at one end of the room is a large stone hearth and fireplace with a large gas feature wood burner and beam above. There are windows to the front and rear with a pleasant low window seat overlooking the walled garden, beams to the ceiling showcase character and a wealth of history to the house. A turned staircase leads to first floor. A Cloakroom/Utility Area sits to the rear, fitted with storage units and work tops, with space beneath for a washer/drier, wash hand basin, low flush w.c.

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The Kitchen and Family Room is an impressive section to the house, which has been recently refitted and upgraded, with extensive fitted modern units throughout and quartz stone worktops. Integrated appliances include five ring gas hob with AEG extractor fan over, double Neff ovens, fitted Neff microwave and space for an American fridge/freezer. There is a middle island with wine rack and wine cooler. Further appliances include a Quooker hot tap, an extensive corner larder with lighting and a breakfast bar with stools beneath. There are dual aspect windows, skylights to ceiling flood the space with light, under-counter lights, tiled flooring and underfloor heating throughout. The Breakfast Area has Karndean flooring and a double Rayburn which heats part of the house. There is a corner fitted seating area with underneath storage an ample space for a large family dining table.

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A stable door follows into the Boot Room which has a tiled floor, fitted with pantry style storage units, conveniently adjacent to the kitchen there is space and plumbing for a washing machine. A glazed door leads out to the rear garden and driveway. From the Dining Hall steps lead down to the spacious yet cosy Sitting Room with two windows overlooking the side garden with characterful deep window ledges. A large stone fireplace with wooden mantel and wood burner is the focal point to the room with a tall, beamed ceiling and a view out to the conservatory and garden, glazed doors lead out to the south facing Conservatory with electric and heating and a superb view overlooking the rear garden.

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A door opens to steps down to the garden terrace. From the Sitting Room steps lead down to a large Reception Room / Garden Room which is a large light and airy room with high ceilings and a pleasant outlook over the gardens, beautiful wooden flooring throughout and bi-folding doors which lead out to the rear patio area and terrace. There is a gas fire within a wooden surround and panelling to the walls with fitted wooden shelving and cupboards to either side. This space could become ground floor living accommodation offering space as multi-generational Annexe accommodation, with a small Kitchen at one end with facilities.

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Beyond this space is the Ground Floor Double Bedroom with a pleasant rear facing outlook. The Ensuite Shower Room has a large, tiled shower area, wash hand basin with plenty of storage cupboards, low flush w.c. and bidet. From the Garden Room an oak and glass staircase leads to recently extended first floor. Exposed stone wall and two windows overlook the rear garden offering plentiful light.

First Floor

The Master Bedroom is a large room with a high ceiling, downlighters and a view of the garden. The Family Bathroom has a bath with shower attachment on a raised platform, large double shower unit, wash hand basin within a vanity unit under and mirror above. Low flush w.c., bidet and heated towel rail. Deep window ledge and tiled flooring.

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Bedroom Two is a large bedroom with window overlooking the side garden with low windows and an original fireplace to one side with fitted wardrobes to one wall. There is a loft access hatch to ceiling. Bedroom Three is equally as large in proportions with dual aspect windows, original cruck frames and beams to the ceiling and a particularly charming old window with lead frame. The First-Floor accommodation is accessed via two staircases if required making it flexible how the accommodation could be arranged for a family.

Outside

Standing on grounds spanning just over a third of an acre in total, with extensive well matured shrubs and planted borders. The property offers a private position set back off Redbrook Road with a walled garden and boundary. The property is set within its plot with a gated entrance and a block paved driveway offering turning space and parking for several cars. The gardens are delightful with a large lawned area, a superb Magnolia tree and several ornamental trees and shrubs. A gravelled path through the trees leads to two ponds. There is a large paved terraced area to the rear of the property and stone pathways give access all around the house. With access close to the Boot Room there is an outside room with deep sink, w.c. and drying area and a cupboard housing the boiler.

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A wooden and tiled roof Double Garage with electric up and over doors has a staircase to a first-floor Office/Study which is wood panelled with four skylights, built-in double desk/working area and spotlights to the ceiling. An ideal independent working space ideal for working from home.

General

Mains Water & Drainage Mains Gas & Electricity

Local Authority

Monmouthshire County Council

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Agents: David James, Monmouth