Opis:

Allt-y-Bela, meaning 'wooded hillside of the wolf', is a small rural idyll, situated in the Vale of Usk, which neighbours the beautiful Wye Valley; an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Both areas are renowned for their dramatic and scenic landscape and wildlife, with archaeological and historical heritage dating back to Roman times. Fernwood is located in a beautiful rural setting, bordered by wooded hills with fabulous countryside vistas. The property enjoys a high degree of peace and tranquillity and offers a much sought after rural quality of life, with excellent access to the main towns of Monmouth and Abergavenny, with good road and rail links to the rest of the country.

Fernwood

* This striking barn conversion has been built to an exceptional standard by the current owners.
* The Aga kitchen is a wonderfully light space and features beautiful limestone flagstone flooring and stone windowsills.
* The spacious open-plan living/dining room is an elegant space, with reclaimed beech parquet flooring, French doors leading out to the garden and a feature fireplace inset with a beautiful, Jotul wood-burning stove.
* The snug is a cosy and welcoming room with its oak parquet flooring and wood-burning stove and features a spiral staircase leading up to a spacious guest bedroom.
* Bedroom 2 features a 'crog loft' bed, sitting room area and pine floorboards, reclaimed from old French wine vats.
* Traditional lime plaster has been used throughout in this well-designed property.

The Outside

* The property is situated within its own grounds - mature gardens, backing onto old pastureland with an abundance of wildflowers and orchids and private woodland of mixed native species, including ancient beech and oak trees, which is carpeted with bluebells in the Spring.
* The gardens are well-stocked with specimen shrubs and trees, including a Stone Pine, Handkerchief Tree and Black Walnut.
* Productive espalier apple and pear trees create a natural boundary between the garden and pastureland, enabling full appreciation of the surroundings.
* There is a kitchen garden and substantial timber wood-store with additional storage.
* The property is approached via wrought-iron gates and a driveway leads to a large gravelled parking area and 3-bay garage with adjoining covered storage.

Services

Mains electricity. Oil-fired central heating & Aga. Private water supply (via borehole). Private drainage (modern Bio-disc). Wood burning stoves. Broadband available.

Local Authority

Monmouthshire County Council: 01633 644644

Council Tax

Band "I"

Listing

The property is not Listed

Schools

Primary: Usk; Secondary: Monmouth. Further information available at: www.monmouthshire.gov.uk; Independent: Monmouth & Chepstow. Further information available at: www.isc.co.uk

Local

The attractive local town of Usk provides a good variety of amenities to meet most day-to-day requirements, including a selection of shops, restaurants, pubs, a museum, church, garden centre and primary school. There is also a twice-monthly farmer's market and the annual Usk Show, an agricultural show which has taken place every year since 1844. More comprehensive retail and cultural amenities are available in Monmouth & Cardiff.

Recreational

The area is renowned for its wealth of sporting and recreational activities, including fine walks and scenic cycle rides, fishing, golf and water sports. Usk itself is home to an historic Norman castle, believed to date back to c.1120, which is open to the public and hosts a number of events throughout the year.

Equestrian

The region has a strong equestrian industry. Equestrian college at Coleg Gwent, Usk Campus offers a range of career training and also runs public equine events. Usk Show hosts a variety of events for a range of classes. In addition, there are a number of equestrian centres in the area, including Triley Fields EC near Abergavenny, who offer schooling, events & use of facilities. Racing is at Chepstow.

Additional Information

The property is a Registered Smallholding - Holding Number: 60/144/0136

Agents Notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale. NB: Some external images were taken Summer 2014.

Postcode

NP15 1EZ

Directions

From Ross-on-Wye take the A40 towards Monmouth (about 13 miles). Stay on the A40 through Monmouth, continuing towards Raglan. After about 8 miles take the A449 at the road intersection, passing Raglan Parc Golf Club and after about 5 miles take the A472 exit from the A449. After a short distance, turn right onto the B4235 and then right again onto an un-named road. Continue along this road for about a mile, taking the first left-hand lane at the fork in the road. Continue along this lane and after a short distance, the property will be found on your right-hand-side. PLEASE NOTE: There is NO turning available after the entrance to Fernwood, please turn in the drive.

Viewings

Strictly by prior appointment via Grant & Co Estate Agents on 01531 637341.