Govilon, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

An exceptional Grade II listed Georgian residence with 17th-century origins, offering five bedrooms, elegant reception rooms and a stunning kitchen/family room. Set in the heart of Govilon, just three miles from Abergavenny, this historic home also features a cellar, large attic, former stables, workshop, generous gardens and outstanding mountain views.

The Property

This distinguished Georgian Grade II Listed residence, with origins dating back to the 17th century, seamlessly blends an abundance of original period features with thoughtfully introduced modern enhancements. While some finishing works remain, the property offers an exceptional opportunity to complete and personalise a home of remarkable scale, history and character.

Arranged over three principal floors, with the addition of a cellar and an expansive attic, the accommodation is both generous and versatile. The house provides five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two elegant reception rooms, and an impressive dual-aspect kitchen, breakfast and family room extending across the full width of the property. A range of practical ancillary rooms further enhances the home’s functionality for modern family living.

Occupying a central position within this sought-after village, the detached residence enjoys a delightful southerly aspect over its gardens towards the surrounding mountains, with the thriving market town of Abergavenny just three miles away.

Believed to have been the home of John Harries, proprietor of Govilon Forge, the property is recognised by Cadw for its historic association with the local iron industry. Behind its handsome double-fronted façade, a welcoming central entrance hall showcases an original staircase with broad oak treads and an impressive stone-flagged floor. On either side, two beautifully proportioned reception rooms retain classic period features, including shuttered sash windows, fireplaces and bespoke fitted cabinetry within the chimney breast recesses.

To the rear, the spacious dual-aspect kitchen, breakfast and family room forms the heart of the home, providing an inviting space for everyday living, entertaining and family gatherings. Designed with practicality in mind, it connects directly to the home’s service areas, including a laundry room, cloakroom and boot room.

The first floor offers five well-proportioned bedrooms, with three enjoying far-reaching views towards the Sugar Loaf Mountain. Four bedrooms are served by a contemporary family bathroom featuring twin wash basins, while a further bedroom benefits from its own shower room. The principal bedroom also has an adjoining room with the potential to create an en-suite bathroom, subject to the necessary approvals.

A staircase rises to the substantial attic, which mirrors the generous footprint of the house and presents exciting potential for conversion into additional accommodation, subject to the appropriate consents.

Outside

Outside, a driveway to the rear of the house provides ample off-road parking and leads to an attached garage, understood to have originally formed part of the property’s former stables. Further outbuildings include a substantial detached workshop and a characterful two-storey open-fronted hayloft, offering excellent potential for conversion to ancillary accommodation, a home office or studio, subject to the necessary consents.

Key Information

Services: Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage. 

Tenure: Freehold.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property is offered with all existing wayleaves, easements and all public and private rights of way and other such rights, whether these are specifically referred to in these particulars or not.

Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items specifically mentioned in these particulars will be included in the sale, the remainder are excluded from the sale, however, may be available by separate negotiation.

Council Tax Band: H

Local Authority: Monmouthshire County Council.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the selling agents.