Property description
Nestled in an historic village in the Brecon Beacons National Park yet situated only a short distance from the ancient market town of Abergavenny, is this truly OUTSTANDING DETACHED Grade II Listed period residence, affording over 3,000 sq ft of IMPRESSIVE accommodation and boasting magnificent vaulted ceilings with exposed beams whilst beautifully harmonising splendid features with contemporary fitments superbly sympathetic to the HERITAGE of this stunning family home.
Agent's Introduction
Oak House effortlessly blends the contemporary with the traditional; beautifully harmonising stylish presentation whilst maintaining all the charm and character that one would expect from a fine period property nestled in rural surroundings. Boasting high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, some original features, reclaimed panelled doors and inset internal stained glass windows, this stunning Grade II Listed family home will undoubtedly appeal to those seeking an unusual acquisition. This superb family home belies its humble beginnings as a pair of traditional cottages and has, over the years, been used for a number of uses including a public house and a village shop.Arranged over two floors and offering great flexibility in its configuration, Oak House has been transformed into a substantial family home affording six bedrooms and five reception rooms and would be a perfect investment for the discerning purchaser seeking a large and hospitable home for either multi-generational living or a substantial property for home working, or even as a guest house, subject to the necessary consent.
Situation and Local Amenities
Oak house is located on the hillside overlooking Clydach Gorge and within the Brecon Beacons National Park, approximately 1½ miles from the village of Gilwern, 2 miles from the small town of Brynmawr, and 4 miles from the well served market town of Abergavenny. Clydach Gorge, also known as Cwm Clydach, is steeped in industrial heritage and has retained its spectacular natural beauty. It is also home to folklore and the area known as Puck's Valley (Cwm Pwca) is said to be the inspiration to Shakespeare's character of the same name in Midsummer Night's Dream.It is within easy reach of the A465 Heads of the Valley road and thus has excellent road access to much of South Wales, the city of Cardiff being less than an hour's drive. It is also well located to take advantage of all the recreational opportunities associated with the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Black Mountains, such as walking and cycling.
Magnificent Reception Hallway with Vaulted Ceiling
A partly glazed panelled entrance door opens into a most welcoming and impressive reception hallway with vaulted ceiling and part-stone, part timber, staircase leading to a galleried landing, feature high level double glazed window with stone surround, inset spot lights to the ceiling, radiator in a decorative grille, stripped wood floor. The hallway continues through the heart of the house with exposed timbers to the ceiling and an attractive stone floor, pendant lights to the ceiling, contemporary vertical wall radiator with thermostat, reception rooms and kitchen linking off.
Living Room - 17' 11'' narrowing to 13? 6\" (4.11m) x 14' 7'' (5.46m x 4.44m)
Two sealed unit double glazed windows to the front aspect, fireplace on a slate hearth with decorative surround and inset bookcases to either side of the chimney breast, exposed timbers, original ceiling hooks, stained glass courtesy window to the rear lobby, half-moon shaped stained glass window to the hallway, stone floor with underfloor heating, radiator with thermostat, ceiling light with dimmer switch, panelled door to rear lobby, staircase to the first floor.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Kitchen: 14? 3\" (4.34m) x 8? 11\" (2.71m)Breakfast Room: 9? 7\" (2.92m) x 8? 5\" (2.56m)The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base level units in a contemporary shaker style finish with complementary door furniture to include various drawers and storage cupboards incorporating a fitted dresser unit with glazed display cabinet and inset stained glass pane with lighting above, laminate worktops with tiled splashback surrounds, inset single bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, space for electric cooker with stainless steel splashback surround and extractor hood above, space for full-height fridge freezer, Worcester Heat Slave 20/25 oil central heating boiler, two sealed unit double glazed windows to the side aspect, exposed timbers, courtesy stained glass window to the hallway, coved ceiling, two ceiling lights, radiator with thermostat, ample room for table and chairs, tiled floor with underfloor heating, stripped panelled door to hallway, a further door opens into:
Rear Lobby
Partly glazed door opening into the garden, ceiling light, cupboard housing electricity consumer unit, door to living room, tiled floor.
Dining Room - 12' 9'' x 12' 5'' (3.88m x 3.78m)
Sealed unit double glazed window to the front aspect, coved ceiling, ceiling light, part of original pub bar set into one wall, radiator with thermostat, inbuilt cupboard with stripped panelled door, panelled door to the living room, partly glazed door to the hallway.
Games Room - 18' 8'' x 12' 11'' (5.69m x 3.93m)
Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front aspect, exposed timbers, decorative stone fireplace with wooden lintel above and stone hearth, coved ceiling, two ceiling lights, inbuilt cupboards to one wall providing a useful storage space and a concealed wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiled splashback surround with illuminated mirror above, laminate floor covering, radiator with thermostat, partly glazed panelled doors leading to the hallway and to the outside.
Guest Bedroom - 14' 6'' x 12' 0'' (4.42m x 3.65m) maximum measurements
Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front aspect, coved ceiling, pendant light to the ceiling, radiator with thermostat, wash hand basin set into vanity storage unit with tiled splashback surround and mirror with light above, inbuilt wardrobe, laminate floor covering, stripped panelled door.
Ground Floor Shower Room
Fitted with a white suite to include a shower cubicle with a Triton T80si thermostatic shower mixer, wash hand basin set into wash stand with cupboard beneath, low level WC, extractor fan, inset spot lights to the ceiling, stained glass courtesy window, partly tiled walls, ladder towel radiator with thermostat, stone floor, stripped timber latched panelled door.
Store Rooms
Comprising of two rooms with interconnecting door:Room 1: 8? 9\" (2.66m) x 5? 8\" (1.72m) Room 2: 8? 9\" (2.66m) x 8? 2\" (2.48m)Fitted with wall and base level units to one wall with laminate worktops, two pendant lights to the ceiling, radiator, stripped timber latched door.
Double Aspect Landing/Family Room - 22' 2'' x 15' 4'' (6.75m x 4.67m) not inclusive of stairwell
A splendid room with galleried landing incorporating a vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers overlooking the reception hallway, sealed unit double glazed window to the front and side aspect, sealed unit double glazed French doors opening onto the patio and rear garden, double glazed Velux window, decorative sandstone fireplace, wall light points, ceiling lights over the hallway, inset spotlights to the stairwell area, arched stained glass courtesy window, radiator and decorative grill, laminate floor covering, loft hatch access.
Laundry Room - 11' 3'' x 4' 3'' (3.43m x 1.29m)
Fitted with wall and base level units, laminate worktop with inset single bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, Grant oil central heating boiler, radiator with thermostat, ceiling light, cupboard housing electricity consumer unit, laminate floor covering, stripped panelled door. This room is also used as a summer kitchen for meals on the back patio area.
Study - 14' 2'' x 11' 10'' (4.31m x 3.60m) maximum measurements
Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front aspect, exposed timbers to one wall with courtesy window overlooking the vaulted ceiling and galleried landing, ceiling light, radiator with thermostat, laminate floor covering.
Master Bedroom with Vaulted Ceiling - 14' 5'' x 13' 8'' (4.39m x 4.16m) minimum measurements
Two sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the front aspect, inset spot lights to the ceiling, radiator with thermostat.
Walk in Wardrobe
12? 2\" (3.70m) x 3? 9\" (1.14m)
With lighting and ample storage space, laminate floor covering.
En-Suite Bathroom
Fitted with a white suite to include a plunge bath with overhead shower attachment, low level WC, bidet, wash hand basin set into vanity storage unit, partly tiled walls, inset spot lights to the ceiling, extractor fan, ladder style towel radiator, stripped wood floor.
Bedroom Two - 12' 11'' x 14' 0'' (3.93m x 4.26m)
Sealed unit double glazed window to the front aspect, pendant light to the ceiling, in-built wardrobe, two stained glass courtesy windows, radiator with thermostat, laminate floor covering, panelled door.
Bedroom Three - 14' 0'' x 10' 2'' (4.26m x 3.10m) maximum measurements
Sealed unit double glazed to the front aspect, ceiling light, in-built wardrobe with stained glass courtesy window, radiator with thermostat, timber floor boards, stripped panelled door.
Bedroom Four - 14' 4'' x 9' 3'' (4.37m x 2.82m)
Sealed unit double glazed window to the side aspect overlooking the garden and affording a view towards Gilwern Hill, ceiling light, lot hatch access, inbuilt wardrobe, radiator with thermostat, laminate floor covering, stripped panelled door.
Bedroom Five - 11' 5'' x 10' 1'' (3.48m x 3.07m)
Sealed unit double glazed window to the rear aspect, pendant light to the ceiling, in-built wardrobe, radiator with thermostat, stripped panelled door.
Family Bathroom
Fitted with a white suite to include a panelled bath with electric shower over, Jack and Jill wash hand basin set into vanity storage unit, low level WC, inbuilt airing cupboard, inset spot lights to the ceiling, frosted sealed unit double glazed windows to the side aspect, partly tiled walls, tiled floor.
Outside
Front and Side Gardens
The property is approached via a gateway which opens onto an attractive enclosed courtyard with raised wall planter surrounds. A set of steps leads to an area of off street parking for several vehicles. A paved patio adjoins the opposite end of the house with ample room for a table and chairs and provides access to the lobby and kitchen and also leads to an outbuilding housing a gardener's WC and Belfast sink with lighting, power, space and plumbing for a washing machine, frosted window and timber latch door.
Westerly Rear Garden
A timber decked patio area immediately adjoins the back of the house providing a perfect spot to unwind and offers a great deal of privacy and seclusion. A step way leads to the side courtyard.
General
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Telephone subject to service providers.
Tenure
We are informed the property is Freehold. Intending purchasers should make their own enquiries via their solicitors.
Council Tax: Band G
EPC Rating: F
Property Features :
- WELCOMING RECEPTION HALLWAY WITH VAULTED CEILING
- LIVING ROOM WITH ORIGINAL FEATURES
- DINING ROOM
- 18´8 GAMES ROOM
- KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM