Property Drop Issue 7

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1-14 JULY 2017 

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MONMOUTHSHIRE | SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE | WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

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INSIDE OUR FRONT COVER FAMILY HOME 

MULTI GENERATION LIVING AT IT’S BEST 

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AFFORDABLE HOMES RELEASED FROM MHA ON 

THE KING’S WOOD GATE DEVELOPMENT, MONMOUTH 

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9 years ago, we took the plunge and moved from a very busy London suburb to Monmouthshire. 

At the time, my eldest daughter was just starting school and my partner had just finished a 

big work project and wanted to move on. 

We had always dreamt of living in the 

countryside but living in the outskirts of 

London, country homes in Guildford, 

Chobham, Sunningdale and Bath were all out of our 

price range – a country pile was 2 million plus and 

these were the small houses we just couldn’t afford 

anything. 

We started house hunting in Wales as I’m originally 

from Cardiff. We needed somewhere close to good road 

and rail links for my husband’s work commitments. 

Cardiff was too far from the M4 and M5, so we started 

looking closer to Bristol and Monmouthshire. 

Looking in Monmouthshire area we found 

properties in our price range and not just one but 

many, we could afford to move out of London and buy 

a house that was located in the Wye Valley and ticked 

the boxes for good road links, close to Bristol airport, 

excellent schools and historic market towns. 

Monmouthshire is a dream come true for families 

looking to buy a rural home. With its easy access to the 

M4, M5, Bristol airport, high achieving schools and the 

thriving towns of Monmouth, Ross-on-Wye, Chepstow 

and Usk. Rural house prices are significantly cheaper 

than its counterparts in south and east England. 

We finally ended up living at the edge of Monmouth 

town, we had looked at some remote houses with land 

but bringing along a teenage boy who’d lived most 

of his life in London we thought living somewhere 

remote would have been a step too far for him. Thanks 

goodness we made the right decision, an unhappy year 

in University we found that teenage son back living 

with us in Monmouth, he spent a very happy few years 

here and is now living in central Manchester but calls 

Monmouth his home. I suspect one day he will be back 

with his own family. 

Our family have really settled here and we’ve never 

looked back. Coming home after a family holiday late at 

night through Tintern, I sometimes pinch myself, do I 

live here, is this beautiful landscape my home? 

THE PROPERTY DROP ROUNDUP 

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Former Chapel 

Priced to Sell. Fantastic 

opportunities and space. A must 

see home on the market for under 

£300,000 with Parrys Estate Agents, 

Ross on Wye. The detached former 

Wesleyan Chapel benefits three 

bedrooms, three bathrooms and 

enviable rural views. 

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Agent achievements 

Both Newland Rennie and Ferrino & Partners continue the 

celebrations for awards and certifications. 

Following on from Monmouth Property Bureau winning a gold award 

for Monmouth in the British Property awards, Ferrino & Partners take a 

Gold award in the Forest of Dean for their service and knowledge. 

Plus Angie Davey of Newland Rennie gains accreditation as an Advanced 

Associate Member of The Guild of Property Professionals. 

Award winning Property Drop agents throughout the publication. 

Inside Mill House 

at Whitebrook 

Sharon Chilcott explores Denise & Chris’s 

wonderful home in the Lower Wye Valley. 

On the market with Newland Rennie, 

and a treat for those with a love 

of interiors and beautiful country 

house style landscaping.

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Country Shows 

The first known agricultural show was held by 

Salford Agricultural Society, Lancashire, in 1768. 

Agricultural shows have always been an important 

part of cultural life in small country towns, and a 

popular event in larger towns. Shows range from small 

events in small country towns usually lasting two days, 

through to medium-sized events of three days. 

Chepstow 

michaelskidmore.com 

The second show on the calendar is Chepstow 

Show, also an annual celebration of the best of the local 

community - rural trades, talents and tastes. 

The Show is open to all. Whether you are looking to 

enter one of the many classes, to showcase your goods 

and services or just to enjoy a wonderful family day 

out. The Show will be held on Saturday 12th August at 

Chepstow Racecourse. 

Usk 

Finally, on the second Saturday in September, every 

year since 1844, Usk Farmers’ Club have held the Usk 

Show. 

At the 100 acre Usk Showground near the village of 

Gwernesney, the Show comprises 11 different Sections 

each holding their own competitions on the day. Usk 

Farmers Club Members bring their Cattle, Sheep and 

Pigs to compete in the Agricultural Livestock Section. 

There is a thriving Horse Show and Show Jumping 

Competitions, as well as Goats, Poultry, Rabbits, 

Horticulture, Home crafts, a Companion Dog Show, 

Steam Corner and Vintage Tractors. 

Monmouth 

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Living in Monmouthshire we are lucky enough to 

have a plethora of shows. The month of July marks 

the beginning of the Show season, starting with 

Monmouthshire Show. 

The Monmouthshire show is the largest one-day 

agricultural show in Wales, taking place for the first time 

this year on the 1st July, traditionally the show was held 

annually in Monmouth on the last Thursday in August. 

archerandco.com 

thinkmoon.co.uk 

Let’s not forget, The Wye Valley Area of Outstanding 

Natural Beauty (AONB) is an internationally important 

protected landscape straddling the border between 

England and Wales. It is one of the most dramatic and 

scenic landscape areas in southern Britain. Why would 

you want to live anywhere else. 

Visit Claudia at 

Didier & Dandelion 

Talking of interiors if you would like 

help and advice about bespoke 

and unusual pieces to suit your home, 

be sure to make a point of calling 

in to see Claudia. With a varied selection 

of items and access to many more 

at home and abroad - Didier and 

Dandelion are fast becoming a 

source of reference, expertise and 

a much loved window display on 

Monnow Street in Monmouth. 

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Win a meal at 

The Mill Race in Walford 

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Check out Freeman Homes latest 

office space and remember to take a 

picture if you spot the developers bathroom at 

Monmouthshire Show and Monmouth 

Aquathlon. Enter either of their 

competitions to WIN A £50 voucher at 

the award winning Mill Race in Walford, 

Ross on Wye. More details on what 

to do found on page 38 

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01600 711680 

info@thepropertydrop.co.uk 

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PROPERTIES 

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The Northgates, St Weonards, Herefordshire Price 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk £1,200,000 

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Outbuildings • Bespoke Greenhouse • Large Garden • Lake • Dutch Barn • Approx. 8 Acres of Land 

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Detached Country House • 6 Bedrooms • 4 Reception Rooms • 5 Bathrooms • Library • Courtyard 

Private telephone exchange with five extensions • BT infinity broadband. EPC E - Council Tax Band F 


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Located in a truly secluded spot at the end of its own sweeping driveway, this elegant and 

substantial six bedroom country house is beautifully presented and provides spacious, 

airy and very characteristic accommodation over two floors enjoying outstanding far 

reaching views over three counties. Built in 1854 this classic house has a wealth of 

original features including paneled walls, fireplaces and mounded joinery throughout. 

The nearby village of St Weonards has the benefit of a shop/post office and a primary 

school and Monmouth and the city of Hereford are within easy reach. 

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The property is constructed in natural stone and has been sensitively restored, remodeled 

and extended. The grounds and gardens have been beautifully landscaped with the 

benefit of formal gardens, an orchard and woodland and paddocks as well as a spring 

fed lake all totaling approximately eight acres. 

A double garage, a bespoke green house and numerous useful outbuildings are arranged 

around an attractive courtyard. 

lettings@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 01600 772929 

 

New Mills House, Whitebrook 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

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£695,000 


Milkwall, Gloucestershire 

A well presented 4 bedroom property set within a small village 

with excellent transport links to Coleford and Monmouth 

Schools. 

EPC rating TBC. Agency Fees Apply 

£875 pcm 

Monmouth Town 

This Grade II listed, terraced two bedroom, three storey 

property has been tastefully remodelled and upgraded to a 

high standard and is located in the heart of the Historic centre 

of Monmouth. Agency Fees Apply 

£625 pcm 

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This very characteristic and elegant detached 

bathroom 

four bedroom country house faces South and is 

set high in the valley of Whitebrook. 

Situated close to Monmouth with its renowned schools and easy garage/covered access parking to major 

parkingroad networks, 

central heating central heating 

the 9 acres of landscaped grounds consist mainly of parkland (unsuitable for horses) with 



mature well stocked gardens with four feature ponds and wooden bridges. Lean-to garage and 

a detached stone barn may be suitable for conversion. 

The property has a combination of painted render and stone work with inset wooden 

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doors and windows (some sashed) all set under pitched tiled roofs. Internal doors are pine 

and vertically boarded with Suffolk latches, feature original beams to ceiling, exposed and 

painted stone walls, original fireplaces and moulded skirtings and architraves. Oil fired boiler 

providing domestic hot water and central heating to radiators. 

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Llangarron, Herefordshire 

A beautifully presented Barn Conversion located in the quiet 

village of Llangarron. This property is finished to a high 

standard throughout with newly laid carpets and freshly 

painted throughout. 

EPC rating TBC. Agency Fees Apply 

£1,950 pcm 

www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Llangrove, Herefordshire 

A generously sized 2/3 bed Barn Conversion. The property is 

located on a working farm and therefore is not suitable for 

children under the age of 12 years old or animals. 

EPC rating E. Agency Fees Apply 

£750 pcm 

3 Agincourt Square, Monmouth, NP25 3BT

THE FOLLY 

TRELLECH, MONMOUTH £1,200,000 

THE NORTHGATES 

ST WEONARDS, HEREFORDSHIRE £1,200,000 

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This stunning, contemporary country house enjoys outstanding views 

across the renowned Wye Valley and is located between Monmouth 

and Chepstow with unrivalled high levels of privacy. Its unique design 

and layout capitalises fully on its aspect with spacious and open split 

level communal areas bathed with natural light from a central glazed 

atrium roof linking living spaces and its five bedrooms. Beautifully 

presented with top quality, bespoke fixtures and fittings throughout. 

Detached triple garage with apartment/office over, detached fully 

equipped gym extensive parking, private drive all in approximately 3 

acres of landscaped grounds and gardens. 

Located in a secluded spot at the end of its own sweeping drive this 

elegant, beautifully presented six bedroom country home provides 

spacious, airy accommodation over two floors. Built in 1854, it has 

outstanding far reaching views over three counties, a double garage, 

a bespoke green house, numerous outbuildings arranged around a 

courtyard, formal gardens orchard and woodland with a lake and 

paddocks totalling approx. 8 acres. 

HIGHFIELD HOUSE, CHEPSTOW £995,000 

OLD TRECASTLE BARN & LODGE, 

MONMOUTH 

£995,000 BEAUFORT HOUSE, MONMOUTH £785,000 

F C C 

This country house is beautifully presented 

and finished to a high standard having 

period room proportions with excellent 

levels of light over its 3 floors. Set in 

approx. 3.5 acres of landscaped grounds 

and gardens with stone paved sun terraces, 

vegetable/fruit growing areas, greenhouse, 

useful stone outbuildings, 2 storey detached 

former coach house and a spacious recently 

constructed leisure office suite all accessed 

by a private meandering driveway. 

A pair of outstanding, beautifully restored 

and presented classic barns set in an idyllic 

countryside location within landscaped 

gardens, ample parking and pasture land 

totalling approx. 4.85 acres and meandering 

driveway. The four bedroomed main barn 

has extensive open-plan reception areas 

while the neighbouring detached two 

bedroom barn is also spacious and ideal for 

extended family living, holiday let or office. 

This very impressive contemporary 5 bed 

family home is situated down a quiet lane in 

an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty yet 

within easy reach of Monmouth, Chepstow, 

its renowned schools and major road links. 

It was recently constructed by Eden Stone 

Homes. The spacious rooms throughout are 

bright and airy and fixtures and fittings are 

of high quality. There is an integral double 

garage, private gated drive with space for 

several cars and a good sized level garden. 

3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT • Call: 01600 772929 

enquiries@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk • roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Monmouth & London offices

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The Old Chapel, Llangrove 

Parrys 01989 768484 www.parrys.com 

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£295,000 


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Detached former chapel • Centre of popular village with views • Manageable gardens, parking, garage 

Tucked away within the centre of the village of Langrove between the bustling market 

towns of Ross on Wye and Monmouth, is this former Wesleyan chapel believed to date 

from about 1840. Enjoying rural views, the accommodation provides an entrance hall 


with fitted cloakroom, three central reception central heating heating rooms, an 18’ kitchen, three bedrooms and a 



shower room. A driveway to the front leads to a single garage with storage over and 

there are manageable gardens. 

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Forest Road, Milkwall, Coleford GL16 7LB 

Ferrino 01594 811111 www.ferrino.co.uk 

This most attractive four bedroom home is situated in 

a peaceful neighbourhood on the outskirts of Coleford 

town, Gloucestershire. The original house, built in 1873, 

has a warm and friendly atmosphere, well-proportioned 

rooms and many period features. It has been extended and 

improved by the present owners and now offers ample 

Price 

£369,000 



comfortable living space. This is includes three reception 

rooms, a charming individual country style kitchen and 

a separate utility room and ground floor shower room. 

The bedrooms are all double, the master bedroom being 

en-suite, there is a very spacious family bathroom. The 

enclosed garden provides great outside space to relax, 

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This most attractive four bedroom home is situated in a peaceful neighbourhood on the 


outskirts of Coleford town, Gloucestershire. 

play or entertain in relative privacy. Attached to the house 

is a garage with work shop to the rear, there is plenty of 

parking space on the drive. A lovely family home in a 

quiet, yet very convenient location within easy reach of 

shops and schools. 

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Making estate agency make sense. 

Contact us on 01594 811111 

or theteam@ferrino.co.uk 

47 High Street,Lydney, Gloucs GL 15 5DD 

AWRE, NEWNHAM - 

£599,999 

This handsome Grade II listed period residence with separate 

one bedroom annexe is set in approximately two thirds of an 

acre of ground in the peaceful village of Awre overlooking 

the Severn Valley, Gloucestershire. The house retains many 

original features including windows with original shutters, 

flagstone floors and an impressive inglenook fireplace 

that provides the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a 

comfortable country home. The accommodation is arranged 

over three floors. There are two formal reception rooms, a 

country kitchen, five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The 

annex is ideal holiday accommodation. Other outbuildings 

include the former coach house, now divided to create 

a home office and laundry room and a double garage/ 

workshop. The gardens are level and largely laid to lawn with 

borders of colourful mature shrubs and trees. There is parking 

space for several vehicles. Awre is a friendly community with 

an active village hall and fine church. A lovely family home 

in an idyllic village setting. 

HILLERSLAND, COLEFORD - 

£599,950 

This delightful traditional country cottage with separate 

converted barn is set in large gardens overlooking the forest in 

the peaceful neighbourhood of Hillersland, Gloucestershire, 

an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property has 

much original character and a very versatile layout, the ground 

floor bedroom and bathroom being suitable for a dependant 

relative. There are three comfortable reception rooms, study, 

kitchen/breakfast room and separate utility room. The first 

floor has a further three bedrooms and a family bathroom. 

The holiday cottage has a bright, cheerful living room, 

kitchen/diner, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one on 

each floor. Trading accounts are available for the holiday 

business. The plot extends to around three quarters of an 

acre of level ground with a large garden pond and a number 

sheds. There is a detached double garage and parking area. A 

lovely family home with potential for an annex and an up 

and running business to hand. The whole package represents 

a great alternative lifestyle choice. 

PARKEND, LYDNEY - 

£410,000 

The historic village of Parkend is situated in the heart of the 

Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire surrounded by open access 

Forestry Commission woodland. The central focus of this 

friendly welcoming community is the cricket ground with 

the shop, cafe and pub on either side. Situated in the heart 

of the village is Hazeldene. A most attractive and substantial 

family home with well-proportioned accommodation. 

This extends to three reception rooms, a delightful garden 

room and four double bedrooms, all of which are en-suite. 

It sits in very pleasant gardens and is within easy walking 

distance of local amenities. A separate one bedroom cottage 

(2 Hazeldene) attached to the house is available for sale 

by separate negotiation. Parkend is a popular destination 

for walking, cycling and bird watching. For steam train 

enthusiasts, Parkend Station, the present end of the line 

for the Norchard Steam Railway is close by. Parkend has 

much to offer, it is very much suited for family life, this is a 

splendid family home in a much sought after location. 

HAWTHORNS, DRYBROOK - 

£399,950 

The Old Inn is situated on the outskirts of Drybrook 

village, six miles from the popular market town of Rosson-Wye. 

This substantial period property has plenty of 

character; high ceilings and tall windows create a light 

and airy environment in this comfortable, spacious 

home. The accommodation extends to four spacious 

reception rooms, five/six bedrooms, two bathrooms and 

a large family kitchen/breakfast room. A focal point of 

the living room is the original open fireplace. French 

doors open from the dining room onto the sheltered 

courtyard, a great outside entertaining area. There is a 

large level enclosed garden to the rear, a secure space for 

children and pets and ample parking space on the drive. 

The outlook from the property is over open countryside. 

Lots of internal and external space in a very convenient 

location, a fantastic family home. 

THE RYELANDS, BREAM - 

£399,000 

This extremely well presented home is tucked away on 

the edge of the village of Bream in the Forest of Dean, 

Gloucestershire. The detached property has so much to offer. 

It sits in attractive sheltered grounds which afford a great 

deal of privacy and an abundance of outside entertaining 

and activity space. Outbuildings include a separate double 

garage with bathroom facilities and accommodation above. 

A second outbuilding is presented as a fully equipped bar 

but would equally lend itself to a home office. Also included 

is a fabulous hot tub positioned beneath a covered gazebo. 

The accommodation in the house extends to three super 

receptions rooms, kitchen, utility room, four bedrooms, a 

family bathroom and cloakroom. The garages and drive 

provide space for several vehicles. Bream is a popular and 

convenient location, the village shops, school, community 

centre and church are all in walking distance. An ideal 

family home. 

BERRY HILL, COLEFORD - 

£359,500 

This spacious family home is situated in a pleasant and 

peaceful neighbourhood on the outskirts of Coleford town, 

Gloucestershire. It has previously been divided internally to 

create a self-contained annex, an arrangement that could 

easily be reinstated if required. The house also represents an 

ideal opportunity for a Bed and Breakfast business. There is 

plenty of accommodation. This extends to three reception 

rooms including the first floor sitting room, study, two large 

en-suite bedrooms on the ground floor and a further two 

bedrooms and family bathroom on the first floor. There 

is fabulous outside relaxing and entertaining space in the 

sheltered south facing garden. The terrace is a real sun trap 

and welcome shade is provided by the walnut tree. There is 

also a productive vegetable garden. The detached garage has 

an integral dog kennel with secure run. There is space to 

park a caravan or camper van on the drive. A great family 

home in a great location. The property is offered for sale 

with ‘No Onward Chain’. 

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8 NEWS 

Newland Rennie staff gain prestigious 

Guild Training qualification 

Leading local estate agents Newland Rennie is celebrating an exceptional 

achievement after Angie Davey, Branch Manager from their Monmouth team 

succeeded in gaining an advanced professional qualification. 

After completing the necessary training, Angie 

Davey has been granted the title of Advanced 

Associate Member of The Guild of Property 

Professionals – the UK’s most prestigious network 

of independent agents to which Newland Rennie is 

delighted to count itself the exclusive Member in 

Monmouth. Each office is carefully selected on the 

basis of its professionalism and commitment to highest 

standards of customer service. 

To pass the examination, candidates are required to 

demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding 

of some 40 modules. These are organised into four key 

components; Fundamentals of Effective Selling; Valuing 

and Property Appraisal Skills; Marketing and Property 

Promotion and Developing your Estate Agency Skill Set. 

Congratulating Angie on her achievement, Kate 

Taylor, Sales director said: “We have always been 

proud to belong to The Guild, which represents the 

highest standards in independent estate agency. Now, 

through the individual efforts of our staff in successfully 

gaining Guild Associate status, which recognises their 

knowledge, skills and professional competence, we can 

also justifiably claim to have the best-trained team in 

Monmouth.” 

When instructing an estate agent to sell your home, 

it is crucial that you have trust and confidence in their 

professional abilities. Following its success in achieving 

Guild qualifications, Newland Rennie is now, more 

than ever, fully equipped to guide you on your journey 

thorough the property market. 

For more information, please contact us on 01600 

712 916 or alternatively The Guild Relationship Team 

on 020 7629 4141. 

Ferrino & Partners announced 

as Forest of Dean 

British Property awards Gold Winner 

Ferrino & Partners have just won 

The British Property Awards for Lydney. 

Their team performed outstandingly throughout the extensive judging period, which focused on 

customer service levels. Ferrino & Partners have now been shortlisted for a number of national 

awards which will be announced later in the year at our lavish ceremony in central London. 

The British Property Awards provide agents throughout the UK with an invaluable opportunity to 

compare the service that they provide against the service provided by their local, regional and national 

competition. 

Agents who go that extra mile and provide outstanding levels of customer service are rewarded with our 

accolade which acts as a beacon to highlight these attributes to their local marketplace.

PROPERTIES 9 

Glenwood, 

Christchurch 

Price: £ 560,000 

Located on the edge of a pretty village enjoying immediate access 

through a backdrop of woodland to outstanding Wye Valley walks this 

deceivingly spacious, light and contemporary five bed family home 

has been very tastefully re-modelled to an exceptionally high standard 

with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. 

Spacious bright and airy rooms and communal areas enjoy the benefit of this elevated aspect with fine views. 

An attached one bedroomed self-contained cottage with its own courtyard provides an ideal opportunity for 

multi-generation living or an income from holiday letting. The gardens and grounds have been imaginatively 

designed and landscaped with a large paved sun terrace and lawn, a summer house and a unique log cabin with a 

bar. The gated entrance leads to an extensive driveway providing parking for several vehicles including caravan or 

motor home as well as giving access to an integral double garage and state of the art outdoor lighting. 

Contact Roscoe Rogers and Knight • 01600 772929 • www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

10 ADVICE 

Planning Permission 

by Lisa Dobbs of Dobbs & Drew 

1. When you need it 

You’ll probably need planning permission if you want to: 

• build something new 

• make a major change to your building like building an extension 

• change the use of your building 

If your project needs planning permission and you do the work without it you can be 

served an ‘enforcement notice’ ordering you to undo all the changes you have made. 

2. When you don’t need it 

Some building projects don’t need planning permission. This is known as ‘permitted 

development rights’. 

The following building projects fall within permitted development rights but this is 

just a rough guide and you should check with your Local Authority as to their specific 

guidelines:- 

• Garages built in garden or land surrounding house (Planning Permission may be 

required if house is listed building) 

• Small fuel tanks (liquid petroleum, gas and oil tanks) however Planning 

Permission may be required in certain circumstances 

• Build or replace driveway (if you use a porous surface, permeable concrete block 

paving or porous asphalt and rainwater flows to lawn/border naturally) 

• Porch (unless bigger than 3m square or higher than 3m above ground level) 

• Fitting, altering or replacing a flue, soil and vent pipe (certain rules and 

conditions must be met) 

• Decking (no more than 30cm above the ground and cover no more than 50% of 

garden area) 

• Security alarm, cctv and solar panels (check regarding listed buildings) 

• Sheds 

There are other projects that might not need planning permission, eg projects that will 

have no impact on your neighbours or the environment. If you think this could apply 

you should check with your Local Planning Authority. 

Dobbs & Drew 

Property Lawyers 

Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm 

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Buy your New home for £899 

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Sell & Buy together for £1399 

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PROPERTIES 11 

bedroom 


Glendower Street, Monmouth 

Michael Skidmore 01600 714466 michaelskidmore.com 

Those seeking a spacious period town house with a large 

garden need not look much further than Glendower 

Street, where amongst the assortment of different 

Georgian designs is number 3, which has consent to 

convert it back into one 6 bedroomed town house. Being 

a Listed building which has consent to convert from its 

present multi flat layout into an interesting home would 

provide you with a Porch, Hallway, Cloakroom, Living 

Room, Music Room, Study, Dining Room, Kitchen & 

Utility. On the first floor there would be 3 Bedrooms, 

Bathroom & En-Suite. On the second floor there would 

be 2 further Bedrooms, Bathroom & En-Suite with a 

Price 

£575,000 


Town living with a rural slant 

Master Bedroom on top with a further En-Suite. Two 


roomed Cellar & 3 Garages. 

The garden is undoubtedly a feature of the property, 

being well stocked with many mature and ornamental 

trees and shrubs and has an interesting aspect out over 

the Chippenham Fields which backs onto the property. 

Michael Skidmore Estate Agents are offering for sale the 

property and have commented that if you are seeking 

a town house with a large garden and garaging, this 

property has to be on the top of your ‘must see’ list and is 

priced at £575,000. 

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parking 

10 Monnow Street, Monmouth, 

Monmouthshire, NP25 3EE 

www.michaelskidmore.com 

ms@michaelskidmore.co.uk 

Tel: 01600 714466 

RENTAL 

COMMERCIAL 

MICHAEL SKIDMORE 

ESTATE AGENTS 

WONASTOW MONMOUTH REDBROOK 

Spacious 

zoopla.co.uk • onthemarket.com 

Available from end of July! Barn conversion in a select courtyard 

development. Provides Entrance Hall, Cloakrm, Kitchen/Diner, 

Lounge, Passageway, 2 Bedrooms both with En-Suite Shower 

Rooms. Parking. Awaiting EPC. 

£625 PCM 

Retirement 

Opportunity to acquire a former gent’s clothing shop (affording 

approx. 457 sq ft retail). Prominent position opposite the 

Shire Hall. More info & viewing via Agents. 

£15,500 PER ANNUM 

No Upward Chain 

Commanding outstanding panoramic views over the Wye Valley! 

Viewing essential in order to appreciate its space & versatility! 

Outbuidings inc. Garage & Store. D/G & oil CH. EPC rating E. 

£460,000 

OVERMONNOW OVERMONNOW LLANCLOUDY 

Delightful Views 

Attractive 1 Bed Top Floor Apartment with interesting views! 

Excellent communal facilities to inc. Lounge, Visitor’s Bedroom, 

Laundry, Lift, Gardens, Parking etc. EPC rating C. 

£62,500 

Extremely well presented 2 Bed Apartment. Refurbished Bathroom 

& Kitchen with built-in appliances. Underfloor heating 

throughout. Residents parking. EPC rating E. 

£129,000 

Accessible rural setting with views! An imaginative conversion of 

a former chapel which now provides a 3 Bed Home. 

Garage/Workshop. Gas CH. EPC rating F. 

£279,000

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PROPERTIES 

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Spenwood, New Dixton Road, Monmouth 

Monmouth Property Bureau 01600 719184 

monmouthpropertybureau.co.uk 

Price 

£399,950 




New Dixton Road is bejewelled with some of Monmouth’s most impressive and sought after 



homes. Situated approximately 1/2 mile walking distance for Monmouth central central town heating heatingcentre and 



with excellent public and state schools nearby. 

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One if these spacious homes is Spenwood, set well back from the road with 

a long driveway providing parking for several cars and boasting fantastic 

views of The Kymin. This very attractive three bedroom semi detached 

home is on two floors with a partially converted garage thus offering three/ 

four reception rooms plus a modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room. 

Internally the property has been well modernised and extended over time 


to provide ample ground floor space for entertaining, three very good sized 

bedrooms, a beautifully fitted four piece bathroom suite and attractive rear 

gardens. There are extensive solar panels installed to the front and rear 

roofs of the property. Subject to Planning, there is ample room to extend. 

monmouth 

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The Market Tavern, Agincourt Sq, Monmouth 

Llanwinny Farm, Llanishen 

Detached farmhouse, 4 reception rooms, 

farmhouse kitchen, aga, master bed with en 

suite, 3 further beds, gardens, tennis court, Oil 

CH, parking EPC F Agency Fees Apply 

£1,800 PCM 

The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT 


Clearwater House, Whitebrook 

Stunning period property with 3 reception 

rooms, master bedroom & ensuite, 4 double 

bedrooms, bathroom, large gardens, double 

garage. EPC F. Agency Fees apply. 

£2,000 PCM 

Beacon Lodge Bungalow, Trellech, 

Newly converted 3 bed barn with large sitting 

room, wood burning stove, beautifully appointed 

breakfast/kitchen, courtyard gardens, parking, 

oil CH EPC D Agency Fees Apply 

£1,200 PCM

Sales: 01600 719184 

Lettings: 01600 719183 

MONNOW KEEP, MONMOUTH £208,000 

HIGHFIELD RD, MONMOUTH £500,000 

• Town Centre 

• 2 Bedrooms 

• 2 Bathrooms 

• Lounge/Diner 

• Kitchen 

• Off Road Parking 

• Chain Free 

• Leasehold 

• EPC D 


• 2 Ensuite 

• Dressing Room 

• Lounge 

• Dining Room 

• Study 

• Kitchen/Diner 

• Family Bathroom 

• Utility Room 

• Cloakroom 

• Garage 

• EPC C 

MANSONS CROSS, MONMOUTH £325,000 

OSBASTON, MONMOUTH £475,000 


• 2 Reception Rooms 

• Kitchen 

• Wet Room 2 WC 

• 1/2 Acre Gardens 

• Garage & Driveway 

• Build / Extend 

Potential 

• Planning Required 

• EPC D 


• Lounge 

• Kitchen/Family 

Room 

• Shower Room 

• En Suite 

• Utility Room 

• Sun Room 

• Sun Terrace 

• Garage 

• Driveway 

• EPC C 

AGINCOURT STREET, MONMOUTH £100,000 

TRELLECH, MONMOUTH £185,000 

• Double Bedroom 

• Lounge / Diner 

• Kitchen 

• Bathroom 

• Town Centre 

• Ground Floor 

• Chain Free 

• Ideal Investment 

• EPC E 

• Lounge 

• Kitchen / Breakfast 

Room 


• Conservatory 

• Gardens 

• Bathroom & WC 

• Woolaway 

Construction 

• Build Potential 

• EPC E 


The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT

Brand new, affordable homes for sale 

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STUNNING NEW 

AND SPACIOUS 

Only two Townhouses remaining in Phase One 

Rising up from the glorious banks of the River Wye, 7Q is a collection of exceptional 

contemporary homes finished to the highest imaginable standards. Superb interior design 

with the finest quality fixtures and fittings throughout combine to offer true luxury living. 

Contact our sales team to arrange a viewing of the showhomes to touch and feel the quality. 

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DESIGNER APARTMENTS 

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60% of Apartments already sold off plan 

• Large open plan designer kitchens and dining spaces 

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• Designer bathrooms and en-suites 

• Integrated appliances and underfloor heating 

• Home automation controls 

• Allocated parking 

7Q Marketing Suite 

Picton House 

Lower Church Street 

Chepstow NP16 5HJ 

01291 418056 

info@severnquay.co.uk 

www.severnquay.co.uk

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Gayton Farm, Phocle Green, Ross On Wye 

Fine & Country 01989 764132 www.fineandcountry.com 

Price 

£695,000 



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This lovely property, which is set in five acres of grounds, is located in a rural but not 

isolated position at Phocle Green within easy reach of Ross-on-Wye and the M50. 

Gayton Farm stands within some 4 acres, peaceful, yet 

easily accessible in a small valley, and approached over a 

long private avenue of superb mature Lime trees. This is 

a home of character with a wealth of old oak beams and 

exposed stone, yet it offers every modern convenience. 

There is a large garage/workshop block with a self 

contained flat over. There are pretty formal gardens, 

about 2 acres of lovely parkland with several mature trees 

and two large railed paddocks. Some may feel, at first 

glance, that a three bedroomed house is not large enough. 

However, with the option of a teenage or guest suite over 

the garage, there is ample scope to accommodate all! 

The main house, a former granary, was virtually rebuilt 

by the vendors in 2000. It is of stone and elm clad 

elevations with bespoke hardwood windows and doors. 

The design was carefully considered to create an old and 

characterful feel, whilst combining modern convenience. 

Many of the original oak beams have been salvaged and 

used throughout the house and appear in every room. 

There is oil fired central heating and a ‘Lutron’ designer 

lighting system in many rooms. 

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Newent Lane, Huntley, Gloucestershire 


Price 

£640,000 






including a large open plan living space. Cosy with underfloor heating and well equipped with 




groundsource heat pump - this house has all you would expect from a modern contemporary home 

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A superb combination: converted detached barn with character features, coupled with sleek interior 

with luxurious and innovative touches throughout 


parking 

Located at the end of a small country lane, this individual home looks out over open 

fields. There is a landscaped garden and a double bay drive under garage with parking. 

This is a superb rural environment with country walks, quaint pubs and pretty hamlets, 


all part of the Royal Forest of Dean and in the heart of the countryside. Yet, the A40 

at the end of Newent Lane allows good links to Gloucester, Ross and M50. This is 

definitely one to see inside – it is highly individual, charming and easy to live in.

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01989 768484 

www.parrys.com 

ROSS-ON-wyE 

ROSS-ON-wyE 

ROSS-ON-wyE 

S.S.T.C. 

S.S.T.C. 

S.S.T.C. 

A modern family home on the outskirts of town 

2 double bedrooms, 1 with en-suite, single bedrom 

Good access to nearby road links 

EPC rating B 

£245,000 

A handsome older style three bedroom semi-detached house. 

Parking spaces to the front and lovely large rear garden. 

Quiet no through road, walking distance of town centre. 

EPC rating E 

£250,000 

Detached spacious modern family home 

Edge of twon location 

Pleasant rear gardens, Parking 

EPC rating C 

£315,000 

01989 768484 

SELLACK 

LLANGROVE 

SELLACK 

S.S.T.C. 

S.S.T.C. 

S.S.T.C. 

Beautifully presented two bedroom terraced house 

Sunny rear garden with off road parking 

Ideal central location, walking of amenities 

EPC rating D 

£195,000 

Grade II listed detached house 

Now in need of refurbishment 

Town location, long garden 

EPC exempt 

£195,000 

Charming two-bedroom cottage 

Now in need of refurbishment 

Garden, overlooking Grove Common 

EPC rating G 

£199,950 

Abergavenny Monmouth Ross-on-Wye Usk London 

Associated Park Lane Office

Chepstow 

Monmouth 

Usk 

Ross-on-Wye 

Abergavenny 

Newport 

Forest of Dean 

ABOVE VALE OF USK - 24 ACRES 

In a superb elevated hilltop setting, commanding spectacular views over the Vale of Usk, 

a beautifully restored Listed Folly featured on Channel 4s Grand Designs. Dating from 

around the 1700's, and originally a stone built hunting lodge for the Sheriff of 

Monmouth, the restoration has been combined with cutting edge design via a new glass 

extension to create what is now a wonderful home. Outside there are formal gardens, 

ancient woodland, paddocks, stables, all weather menage in all totalling 24 acres plus a 

large indoor swimming pool annexe with terrace. The property also benefits from High 

Speed Broadband, cinema room and full house entertainment system. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672212 £1,950,000 

LLANTRISANT 

Arguably, one of the best locations in southern Monmouthshire, tucked away 

off a country lane yet with the most magnificent views across the Usk Valley. 

Ysguborwen was built in the 1960s to an exacting standard, on the site of a 

former dwelling. Follow the enchanting tree lined driveway, passing pasture 

paddocks along the way, up to the house which is situated in an elevated 

position to take advantage of the far reaching views. Typical of the period, the 

house offers light and space with all the principal rooms being of a generous 

size and having large, picture windows. EPC Rating: G 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672212 £1,750,000 

Cheltenham 

Bristol 

Cardiff 

London 

HEWELSFIELD 

Fine and Country are delighted to present to you this charming country 

cottage in the heart of Hewelsfield which boasts a nearby village pub, shop 

and café. The stone built cottage enjoys a beautifully manicured lawn to the 

front aspect with a pretty stone boundary wall, long driveway leading to the 

cottage and well placed timber cabin room where you can take in views 

across the local fields and countryside. EPC Rating: D 

TREGAGLE - 1.2 ACRES 

A picturesque detached stone cottage of considerable character and situated 

in a lovely unspoilt rural setting in 1.2 acres of mature gardens with a long 

drive and fine views over the Wye Valley. There is a study, beamed sitting 

room, large dining room, beamed cottage kitchen, ground floor bathroom and 

two double bedrooms. There is also recent consent for a substantial two 

storey extension to provide further reception areas and two further 

bedrooms. Outside there is a substantial range of outbuildings, including two 

double garages/workshops & an OFFICE/STUDIO. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £585,000 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £550,000

Regionally 

32 offices 

throughout 

the south west 

EARSLSWOOD - STREAM & 1.75 ACRES 

A versatile much improved and extended luxury country home of some style and character, ideal for 

two families, or a home and income from a holiday let. It enjoys an Idyllic setting, tucked away in the 

lanes around Earlswood, at the end of a long private drive amidst wonderful professionally 

landscaped gardens extending to about 1.75 acres and bordered by Castrogi brook. The main house 

and cottage are attached with independent entrances and staircases. They are linked internally via a 

garden room. The main house has a large entrance hall, fitted cloakroom, 2 reception rooms, a 20ft 

family kitchen, utility and a superb large playroom/gymnasium with wet room/steam room. Upstairs 

are 4 beds (1 en-suite) and a bathroom. The annexe has a huge open plan living/dining/kitchen and 

two bedrooms. EPC Rating: D 

BREAM - 12 MILES CHEPSTOW 

A carefully extended and much improved old cottage in a very pleasant setting adjacent 

to forestry commission, on the edge of a popular village 12 miles from Chepstow. There 

is versatile family accommodation of character with exposed stone walls and fireplaces, 

together with a very attractive cottage gardens and woodland outlook. Approached via 

a walled entrance courtyard there is an entrance conservatory, fitted cloakroom, study, 

18ft sitting room with fireplace, 19ft dining room, refitted kitchen, utility, first floor sitting 

room/bed 6, 5/6 bedrooms (1 with en-suite shower & dressing room) family bathroom. 

Workshop & garden store. EPC Rating: D 

Nationally 

225 offices across 

Great Britain 

Internationally 

Plus 75 

offices globally 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 £925,000 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 £475,000 

5000 

professional 

associates all 

around the world 

WORMELOW - 1.4 ACRES 

In a rural setting forming part of a small select development enjoying fine 

views, a superb conversion of a former stone barn into a home of great 

character and quality. Flagstone flooring with underfloor heating to the ground 

floor, stunning 24 family kitchen, 20 drawing room, first floor sitting room and 

four bedrooms including a wonderful master suite. The property sits within a 

total plot of about 1.40 acres, with landscaped gardens and a 3-bay carport. 

EPC Rating: D 

UPTON BISHOP 

A very attractive, modernised cottage with many appealing features, including 

exposed internal beams and attractive flagstone flooring. This smartly 

presented village property offers spacious accommodation with several 

reception rooms, a lovely modern open plan kitchen diner, 3 double 

bedrooms, 1 with en-suite, and a further single bedroom. Selection of 

outbuildings including an annexe, utility room and a summer house. Detached 

double garage and ample parking, heated swimming pool. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £725,000 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £545,000

5 2 2 C 

3 3 1 D 

5 3 2 E 

4 2 1 C 

UNDY 

Extended very well presented 5 bed family home 

Cul-de-sac, edge of village location 

Attractive landscaped gardens 

Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62 

Guide price £420,000 

CAERWENT 

Stone front detached 3 bed barn conversion 

Edge of popular village location 

Ample parking & double garage 


£580,000 

PWLLMEYRIC - CHEPSTOW 

Individually designed 5 bedroomed family house 

Very popular village location 

Large private gardens, Lovely views 


£630,000 

PORTSKEWETT 

End of terrace three-storey 4 bed town house 

Immaculately presented 

Popular village location 


£245,000 

4 3 3 E 

4 2 2 D 

4 1 2 D 

3 1 2 F 

WYE VALLEY - LLANDOGO 

Family house in riverside village 

Spacious - 3 reception, 4 bedrooms 

Lovely mature garden - superb views 


£375,000 

NEAR AYLBURTON 

Versatile 3/4 bed modern dormer house 

Lovely semi rural setting with pretty aspect 

Large mature gardens & South West aspect 


£375,000 

THE DANES - CHEPSTOW 

Detached 4 bed family home 

Pleasant cul-de-sac location 

In popular and sought after area 


£295,000 

NEAR SHIRENEWTON 

Victorian detached cottage of character 

Elevated country setting - wonderful views 

Beautifully refurbished - good gardens 



5 3 3 C 

4 2 2 C 

3 2 1 E 

1 1 1 C 

CHEPSTOW 

Detached three storey 5 bed family house 

Well presented, cul-de-sac location 

Landscaped gardens, double garage & parking 


£414,950 

UNDY 

Extremely well presented spacious 4 bed house 

Sought after location, excellent access to M4 

Attractive landscaped easily maintained gardens 



ST BRIAVELS 

Mature 3 bed detached village cottage 

Well presented and of some character 

Pretty gardens and easy all amenities 


£340,000 

USK 

One Bed Ground Floor Retirement Flat 

Emergency Alarm Call and Door Entry System 

Communal Grounds and Parking 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£72,000 

2 1 1 D 

1 1 1 C 

4 1 2 C 

3 1 2 D 

LLANBADOC, USK 

Lovely Compact Terraced Cottage 

Pleasant Rural Location 

Parking Space and Sunny Rear Patio 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£165,000 

Monmouth - The Rolls 

Exquisite Conversion of Former Hospital 

1 Bed Apartment - Easy Walk Town Centre 

Beautiful Communal Gardens, Parking 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

Prices from £205,000 

PENPERLLENI 

Four Bedroom Detached Family Property 

Full Double Glazing & Gas Central Heating 

Well Fitted Kitchen 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£260,000 

LLANGWM, NEAR USK 

Double Fronted Detached Cottage 

Recently Extended & Totally Refurbished 

Gardens Bordered by Stream 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£385,000 

Associated Park Lane office

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bedroom 


1 Orchard Rise, Pwllmeyric NP16 6JT 

Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com 

Price 

£630,000 



Individually designed 5 bedroomed family house 

Very popular village location 



Large private gardens, Lovely views 

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GAS 

parking 

This individually designed unique five bedroomed family home is on the edge of a culde-sac 

just off Chapel Lane in the popular village of Pwllmeyric and is being sold for the 

first time in 25 years. 

Enjoying a semi-elevated position with views over the surrounding countryside, this 

spacious house comprises the following flexible accommodation over three levels: 

Entrance porch, entrance hall, cloakroom, fitted kitchen, utility area, lounge, dining 

room, en-suite, two bathrooms and five bedrooms. 


Standing in delightful landscaped and mature gardens with a tarmacadam driveway 

affording ample off-road parking which leads to the integral single garage with up and 

over door, power and light. 

bedroom 


Parva Farmhouse Guest House and Cottage 


Price 

£750,000 



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Located In the stunning Wye Valley, an excellent opportunity to acquire a thriving eight bedroomed 


Guest House with excellent four bedroomed cottage attached. 

Situated in an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ this stone built property is in excess 

of 350 years old and whilst having been well maintained and updated by the present 

owners, still retains much of the original charm and unique features. 

The guest house which has a 4* rating from the AA has eight double/twin/ 

family bedrooms all with en-suite facilities and to the ground floor is a 

particularly spacious guest lounge with a stone fireplace with wood-burner and a good 

size dining/breakfast area. 

The majority of the bedrooms have the benefit of views across the River Wye and 

Valley and there are 

garage/covered 

adequate 


parking 

parking parking facilities parking in a public car park to the front of the 

property. 

AGENT’S NOTE: The business information can be made available to serious 

enquiries. 

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Orchard Bungalow, St Maughans NP25 5QG 

Newland Rennie 01600 712916 www.newlandrennie.com 

Located in the sought after rural hamlet of St Maughans, approximately 4 miles from 

the bustling market town of Monmouth, this delightful four bedroom bungalow has 

been tastefully re-furbished and extended to create bright and airy rooms throughout. 

The front garden benefits from some distant countryside views, extensive brick paved 

Price 

£325,000 


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driveway and turning area. The rear lawned garden is a perfect size for those wanting 





bathroom 

bathroom 

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A most welcoming & well arranged home in an idyllic location. No upper chain. 

bathroom 

living room living room etccentral heating 

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a space to relax and potter. In addition there is also planning permission for a 2 bed 

roof conversion. All blinds are included. A school bus provides transport for Monmouth 

schools. 

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Hazel Court, Langstone Lane, Llanwern 


Price 

£850,000 






a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive residence occupying a rural position yet being easily 




accessible to major road links being situated approximately one and a half miles from the 

7 

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Hazel Court comprises an exceptional property the sale of which affords 

Coldra roundabout giving access to the M4 and the A449 alike. 

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The property was built in approximately 1945 and offers particularly spacious well 

proportioned family accommodation with spacious reception rooms and a bespoke 

Drew Williams luxury fitted kitchen. In recent times the property has been utilised 

as a particularly successful Bed & Breakfast property and whilst that situation could 

continue it also offers superb family accommodation which could easily be utilised for 

multi generational occupation. 

Standing in approximately one acre of mature grounds the property is in an elevated 

position commanding fine open views and it is the Agent’s opinion that to fully 

appreciate the many unusual and unique features contained within this house an 

internal inspection is essential. Hazel Court benefits from oil fired central heating and 


this combined with the UPVC double glazing enable heating costs to be maintained at 

a minimum. 

The property is approached via a sweeping tarmacadam driveway via a farm gate which 

leads to a large parking area giving access to the double garage 21’5” x 17’9” with two 

separate up and over doors, free standing oil fired boiler. To the rear of the property is 

the enclosed garden with mature shrubs, trees and kitchen garden. Timber built garden 

storage shed, further walk-in boiler room with warm flow free standing oil fired boiler, 

both boilers supply 2 x 300 litre tanks into a pressurised system. 

Mains electric and drainage, oil fired central heating, private water supply from a bore 

hole in the next door farm.

Local 

Independent 

Professional 

87 Monnow Street, Monmouth NP25 • 01600 712916 

NEW 

NEW 

MONMOUTH 

Superb new build eco friendly bungalow, built to a luxurious design and 

situated in one of the most sought after locations in Monmouth. Far reaching 

hillside views and level walking distance to the town. 

Includes open plan kitchen/living/dining room with wood burning stove. The 

spacious interior also offers master bedroom with en-suite and bi-fold doors 

to courtyard, 2 further double bedrooms, bathroom and utility room. A sunny 

and private landscaped courtyard garden can be accessed via bi-fold doors 

from the main living space and master bedroom. Parking for up to 4 cars. 

EPC Band: B 

£395,000 

CATBROOK 

Situated in the picturesque village of Catbrook. In a prestigious cul de sac of just 

seven executive detached residences this detached property sits in a gated plot 

of ¾ of an acre. The interior offers open plan kitchen/dining room which can be 

opened up into the spacious lounge for entertaining. The accommodation also 

includes cloakroom, study and on the first floor master bedroom with re-fitted 

en-suite, second bedroom with open plan dressing room/study/sitting room, two 

further double bedrooms and family bathroom. Outside the gated gardens offer 

a good degree of privacy and are currently laid to lawn with mature trees and 

shrubs, decked terrace and enclosed patio area, chicken coop and feature stone 

areas. EPC Band: E 

£575,000 

NEW 

TRELLECH 

A substantial stone fronted property built to a high specification situated 

in the sought after village of Trellech between the towns of Chepstow and 

Monmouth. The house was built approximately 10 years ago and provides 

light, spacious accommodation including reception hall, cloakroom, large 

open plan kitchen/dining and living area, utility room, drawing room and 

sitting room with 4 double bedrooms, two en suite shower rooms and a family 

bathroom. Electric gates open to an extensive paved parking area and garage 

with lawn and raised rockery. To the rear of the property is a large patio and 

level lawn with a decked seating area and garden shed. EPC Band: D 

£535,000 

FIRST CLASS HOMES IN A FIRST CLASS LOCATION 

THE ROLLS BuILdINgS 

Hereford Road, Monmouth 

• Plot 22 - New build, 2 bedroom, top floor 

apartment with flooring throughout priced 

at £265,000 

• Balcony to lounge/dining area offering 

stunning views. Master bedroom with 

en suite facility 

• Allocated parking and communal gardens. 

Central lift offering access to all floors 

• 10 year Premier Warranty 

NEW 

NEW 

WHITEBROOK 

Situated on the hillside with views across the valley, in the popular hamlet of 

Whitebrook between Monmouth and Chepstow. The attractive former Baptist 

chapel which has been converted to provide a unique home with the benefits 

of modern living whilst retaining the character of the old chapel. The flexible 

accommodation includes a large vestibule, utility room, kitchen, sitting room, en 

suite bedroom and garden room on the first floor tw o bedrooms and bathroom. 

The chapel stands in large gardens and grounds which extend to the other side 

of the ‘No through lane’ to a hard standing parking area, garden and woodland 

area. Services Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage. Greenline ground 

source heat pump run by electricity. EPC Band: D 

£425,000 

OSBASTON 

A delightful period, brick built semi detached cottage with scope for 

renovation, situated in a much sought after part of Monmouth town. 

The property provides flexible accommodation including sitting room, dining 

room, kitchen, utility room and on the first floor two double bedrooms and 

bathroom with a study/bedroom giving access to the second floor which 

provides a further two bedrooms. 

1 Palmyra Villas has the benefit of a front garden with a driveway/parking to 

the side and large level garden to the rear. 

EPC Band: E 

£299,000 

www.newlandrennie.com

26 THROUGH THE KEY HOLE 

Perfectly picturesque 

Sharon Chilcott visits an imposing, contemporary-styled property 

firmly rooted in the Lower Wye Valley’s industrial past 

It now boasts one of the most tranquil, rural 

locations imaginable but around 150 years ago Mill 

House in Whitebrook would have been at the hub 

of a busy and noisy industrial site. 

Its current owners, Denise Yapp and Chris Stroud, 

believe the original house was built in the 1830s by the 

owner of the adjacent, water-powered paper mill, at 

which point it was quite a lot smaller than it is today. 

It was added to about 50 years later, further extended 

later in the Victorian era and during their tenure has 

been extended again to make a truly exceptional home 

set in about four acres of grounds. 

The picturesque gardens now laid out around Mill 

House incorporate the mill ponds and the derelict 

paper mill, originally known as Fernside Mill. This 

Grade II listed industrial building is one of several 

paper mills which operated in Whitebrook up until the 

late 1800s. The furthest upstream, it is likely to have 

been the last to be built and is the only complete paper 

mill surviving in the Whitebrook Valley and possibly 

the only one left in Wales. “At one point, there were 75 

women working in it and they were making paper for 

the £5 bank note,” says Denise. 

She and her husband, Chris, moved into Mill House 

in November 2006 and immediately started making 

improvements, which included updating the décor to 

give a more contemporary feel. By May the following 

year they were ready to open it to the public as an 

art gallery, having filled it with paintings from top to 

bottom. Over the years, the entire house – even the 

family bathroom – has been used as exhibition space 

but now the upper floors are filled with the couple’s 

own personal purchases and most of the paintings on 

show are displayed in the entrance hallway and in the 

large ground floor room of an impressive extension, 

built of stone and faced in oak and added in 2010. 

This light and airy room has a modern inbuilt open 

fireplace at one end and at the other end are double 

doors opening to the side garden. The space was 

originally intended as a family room when the couple’s 

four children were at home, but now, as well as serving 

as a gallery, it doubles up as a party room and a cinema 

room. 

Upstairs, the seamlessly incorporated extension 

also provides a spectacular master bedroom, open to 

the eaves and with a full width floor to ceiling window 

giving wonderful views over the garden. From a 

dressing room at the back of the master suite stairs lead 

up to a mezzanine which the couple use as their gym. 

Off the dressing room there is also a luxurious en-suite 

wet room converted from one of the original bedrooms. 

The property also has a guest room with an en-suite 

and three further double bedrooms served by a stylish 

family bathroom with a teak bath and matching sink 

unit. 

The hub of the house is the open plan kitchen, 

dining area and living room. Once three separate 

rooms, this lovely, large space stretches all along one

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side of the house and leads into a conservatory 

which Denise uses as her office and which opens 

to a terrace and a pretty, enclosed cottage garden. 

The kitchen is sleek and stylish and clutterfree 

and fitted with Italian cherry wood units. 

Reconfiguring it was one of the early changes the 

couple made when they first moved in. “Chris 

and I both love to cook and this wasn’t a cook’s 

kitchen. It had a big central island and we found 

ourselves constantly dancing round it so we 

rejigged the layout. We added more units, had 

granite worktops installed, created a peninsular 

and blocked a doorway to make space for the 

American fridge freezer and additional units. It is 

now a very easy, useable space.” 

Although the couple find themselves spending 

most of their time in the cosy kitchen/dining 

living room, the house also provides more formal 

living and entertaining space. The front door 

opens to a large entrance hallway with an original 

flagstone floor and open fireplace. This hallway 

leads to the reception hall from which a grand 

staircase leads to the galleried landing, which 

has a vaulted ceiling and light flooding in from 

windows set around it. This makes an imposing 

first impression and Denise has introduced a 

fresh, contemporary feel by staining the pine 

balustrading black, stripping and painting 

the pine doors leading off to match and using 

luxurious carpeting on the stairs. 

One of the doors from the reception hall leads 

off to an elegant, contemporary-styled sitting 

room with a stripped, stained wooden floor and 

a wood burning stove in the fireplace. This light 

and airy room has three large sash windows. 

“The windows were curtained before but I took 

them down to give a better view of the garden,” 

says Denise. And what a view! “The garden was a 

major project,” she explains. She employed two 

locally-based, award-winning designers, Cheryl 

Cummings and Peter Dowle, to help her plan and 

landscape it just the way she envisaged. “I wanted 

it to remain in the style of a country house,” she 

explains. “I didn’t want it to be too formal as it 

leads to fields and trees at the back.” 

Favourite thing 

It took 18 months to lay out the carefully planned 

gardens but they set off the property magnificently and 

Denise cannot disguise her pride and delight in them. 

She particularly loves the view over the garden from 

her bedroom window. “It’s stunning,” she says. 

The floor tiles in the extension are from Mandarin Stone, 

Unit 1, Wonastow Industrial Estate East, Monmouth 

01600 715444 www.mandarinstone.com 

The stair carpet is from JC Carpets, 1 St John Street, 

Monmouth. 01600 714400 www.jccarpetsmonmouth. 

co.uk. (Paintings in background by Marissa Weatherhead). 

Get the Look 

The gardens were designed by Cheryl Cummings from 

Monmouth (www.gardendesignerwales.co.uk). The hard 

landscaping and planting were completed by Peter Dowle 

(www.howlehillnursery.co.uk) and for the past 10 years 

gardener Sarah Jones (www.sarahjonesgardens.com) has 

helped Denise to maintain them. 

Get the Lifestyle 

The bath honey and body 

lotion on the side of the teak 

bath are from Monmouthshirebased 

Kate Humble’s new 

range of luxury, natural beauty 

products. They are available 

from Salt and Pepper, 

31-33 Monnow St, Monmouth 

01600 719339 

www.saltandpepper.co.uk 

News that they are soon to be grandparents has prompted Denise and Chris’s desire to downsize 

and move closer to family in the Cotswolds. So, Mill House is on the market for £1,450,000 with 

Newland Rennie, 87 Monnow Street, Monmouth www.newlandrennie.com

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The Cedars, Usk, Monmouthshire NP15 1TG 

pa black 01600 714355 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£2,950,000 




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bathroomvalley. 

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The six double bedroom main residence is believed to date back to the Victorian era and it is situated 

in the centre of the manicured grounds to take full advantage of the beautiful surroundings 


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It should be noted the main house has recently been 

extended and undergone an extensive renovation 

programme in order to provide the classic features of a 

period property with the high expectations of a modern 

family. 

Within the grounds there’s an additional three bedroom 

detached coach house which itself offers modern and 

spacious living accommodation. The Coach House could 

be utilised in a number of ways to suit the needs of the 

new owner. It could be for multi generation living, staff 

quarters, an office and business centre, or it could be 

converted to make a large multi vehicle garage block. 

Close to the house is a very well maintained stable block 

with six stables and a tack room. With this in mind the 

top meadow could easily be made into a paddock for 

several horses or ponies. 

Again, for recreation there is a superb swimming pool 

adjacent to the house with its own pool house which 

boasts a kitchen area and a shower room. The pool house 

is used occasionally as additional guest accommodation. 

The house is approached from the road via an electric 

gate and a very long tree lined driveway which leads 

to a further gravelled driveway area with a raised stone 

fountain immediately to the front of the house. 

Additional parking can be found to the rear by the coach 

house which also has a car port. 


The grounds are believed to be in the region of 17 

acres but prospective buyers are advised to have this 

professionally confirmed. No expense has been spared in 

the landscaping of the parkland gardens and they retain a 

very wide variety of deciduous trees, conifers and shrubs 

planted over many years. Beyond the house to the rear 

there is the private lake and a gazebo with seating areas 

to the side. Further beyond the lake is a large meadow 

and this portion of the grounds could easily be used as a 

paddock for horses and ponies. 

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Edmond Locard Court, Chepstow 

pa black 01291 630876 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£550,000 

A relatively new Charles Church Executive home set on the outskirts of Chepstow Town centre. 

Finished to a very high standard this large executive property offers five bedrooms, two 

with en-suites and an exclusive open plan kitchen diner. 

There is also a detached double garage with a large driveway offering ample parking 

for a larger family. The property is immaculately presented throughout, offers Hive 

Dualzone remote heating and lighting technology and a large additional dining room 

currently used as a study/games room. The property is located on the left hand side as 

you enter Edmond Locard Court, making it an ideal setting to watch over your children 

in the local park/play area. 


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The development is located central within central heating heating the St. Kingsmark ward/electoral division, which is 



in the UK Parliamentary Constituency of Monmouth. Its within walking distance of the 

local services that Chepstow has to offer, with a selection of highly regarded Primary 

and Secondary education facilities. Chepstow is located close to junction 2 of the M48, 


at the western end of the Severn Bridge. The M48 motorway now connects Chepstow 

by road to Newport (18 miles) and Cardiff (31 miles) to the west, and Bristol (18 miles) 

and London (124 miles) to the east. The area has a range of bus routes and the local 

train station is a short walk. 

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New 

Price 

New 

Price 

New 

Monmouth £750,000 

On the market after an extensive refurbishment and with 

stunning views across farmland and to the Wye Valley, this 

property offers generous living accommodation to include a 

fabulous kitchen / dining / family room and self-contained 

annexe. 

Llanvair Discoed £559,000 

A beautifully presented 4 double bedroom detached family 

home with an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Located in one 

of the prettiest villages in Monmouthshire, the property offers 

very flexible accommodation and is set in particularly generous 

landscaped gardens offering a good degree of privacy. 


This mid terraced home located within walking distance of the 

town centre offers two double bedrooms, large living / dining 

room and a kitchen. Outside there is ample off road parking 

and an attractive garden with mature tree and patio area 

Llandogo £150,000 

Offered with no onward chain, this ground floor apartment 

with outstanding Forest views has a large open plan living/ 

dining room, two double bedrooms, ample storage, allocated 

parking and pleasant communal space. 





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Price 

New 


Although on the outskirts of an estate, this detached property 

offers privacy and is not overlooked and has accommodation to 

include two reception rooms, breakfast kitchen, utility, WC and 

four bedrooms, with pleasant front and rear gardens. 

Rockfield £450,000 

Located just two miles from Monmouth, this traditional cottage 

boasts character and charm surrounded by mature gardens. To 

the ground floor there are four reception rooms and a generous 

kitchen, and the first floor landing leads to four bedrooms and 

a large bathroom. 

Usk £2,950,000 

One of the Usk Valley’s finest homes in undoubtedly a truly 

inspirational setting. Accessed via a magnificent tree-lined 

approach with circa 17 acres of professionally planned gardens, 

private lake, swimming pool and pool house, all possessing 

outstanding panoramic views over the renowned valley. 

Coleford £190,000 

This deceptively spacious and characterful property has been 

well maintained by the present owners who have lived here 

for over 30 years, benefiting from off road parking and easy 

access to the town centre, as well as two reception rooms and 

three bedrooms. 

Sales - Chepstow 


SSTC 


Viewing 

Advised 


Reduced 

Monument Close, Portskewett £325,000 

Three Storey Town House. Detached with Garage/Driveway. 

Spacious rooms. 4 Bedrooms. Ground floor WC. Open Plan 

Kitchen Diner. Private Courtyard. South Facing Garden. 

St Stephens Court, Undy £269,950 

***NO CHAIN*** Brand New Kitchen/Diner with integral 

appliances. Brand New Bathroom & En-suite. Converted Garage 

offering Two Levels of Additional Rooms. Open Plan Kitchen/ 

Diner leading into Conservatory. Set in Quiet Cul-De-Sac. Off 

Road Parking for Two Vehicles. Great Links to Major Access Roads. 

Fedw Wood, Chepstow £299,950 

Three Bedroom Detached Family Home. Space to Extend. 

Catchment to Highly Regarded Local Schools. Walking Distance 

to Chepstow Town Centre. Large Driveway including Garage. 

Sought After Area. Enclosed Rear Garden. 

Grove Cottage, Llangwm, Usk £339,000 

Delightful Detached Cottage. Immaculately presented 

throughout. New UPVC double glazing. Semi-rural idyllic 

setting. Enclosed front garden with parking. New combination 

boiler. Stunning Views. Log Burner. 


Stunning 

Views 


SSTC 



First 

Time Buyers 

Holmleigh, Tintern £330,000 

Character Property. Outstanding views across The Wye Valley. 

Three good sized Bedrooms. Newly Renovated bathroom. 

Driveway for 2 cars. Sun Terrace. Superb Period features. 

Popular Village Location. 

Castlelea, Castlecot £164,950 

***No Chain*** Two bedroom semi detached. Garage & 

Driveway for two cars. Excellent location. Walking distance to 

town centre. Great access to commuter links. Well-presented 

level gardens. Entrance porch. 

Edmond Loacrd Court, Cheptow £550,00 

An EXECUTIVE Large Spacious Family Home. Double Garage 

with Parking for Several Cars. Great Access to all Major Link 

Roads. Five Bedrooms. Set in Private Cul De Sac. Stunning 

Outlook. Still under NHBC Warranty. Nearby Park. Close to both 

The Dell & St Mary’s Primary Schools. 

Roundbush Crescent, Caerwent £215,000 

End terraced Home in Sought After Location. Three Bedrooms. 

Immaculately Presented Throughout. Two Allocated Parking 

Spaces. Corner Plot. Enclosed Rear Garden. Kitchen Diner.

Sales & Lettings Agent 

Open 7 days per week 

No Sale - No Fee 

Free Valuations 

Chepstow Office Tel: 01291 629292 

KING HAROLDS VIEW, PORTSKEWETT 

• SPACIOUS SEMI-DETACHED PROPERTY 

• THREE BEDROOMS (MASTER EN-SUITE) 

• KITCHEN/DINING ROOM PLUS LIVING ROOM 

• GROUND FLOOR W.C. • LEVEL AND ENCLOSED REAR 

GARDENS/OFF ROAD PRKING • E.E.R. – C 

£229,950 

THE VILLAS, SUDBROOK 

• SPACIOUS SEMI-DETACHED PROPERTY 

• THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS PLUS CONSERVATORY 

• KITCHEN PLUS SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM AND SHOWER ROOM 

• LEVEL GARDENS PLUS PARKING 

• WORKSHOP, SUMMERHOUSE AND GARDENER’S W.C. 

£249,950 

PLOT @ HIGH TREES, CHEPSTOW 

• PLOT WITH FULL PLANNING PERMISSION TO CONSTRUCT 

CONTEMPORARY STYLE DETACHED PROPERTY • OPEN PLAN 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM PLUS SEPARATE UTILITY AREA 

• THREE GROUND FLOOR RECEPTION ROOMS PLUS FIRST FLOOR 

LOUNGE WITH BALCONY BENEFITING FROM VIEWS 

• FIVE BEDROOMS (4 EN-SUITE) • DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE 

• PLANNING REFERENCE NUMBER: DC/2014/01226 

£275,000 

TRYDYDD-TY, WELL LANE, DEVAUDEN 

• DETACHED FAMILY HOME, EDGE OF VILLAGE LOCATION COMMAND- 

ING RURAL VIEWS • SPACIOUS ‘L’ SHAPED LOUNGE/DINING ROOM 

• ADDITIONAL RECEPTION ROOM/BEDROOM 4 

• MASTER BEDROOM (EN-SUITE) AND BALCONY 

• TWO ADDITIONAL GUEST BEDROOMS PLUS FAMILY BATHROOM 

• ATTRACTIVE GARDENS PLUS GARAGE AND PARKING • E.E.R. – E 

£289,950 

MALT HOUSE CLOSE, ALVINGTON 

• SPACIOUS DETACHED PROPERTY • THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

(MASTER EN-SUITE) • OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM PLUS UTILITY AND GROUND FLOOR 

SHOWER ROOM 

• SINGLE GARAGE PLUS PARKING AND ENCLOSED REAR GARDENS 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R. – C 

£269,950 

THE DAIRY, HOME FARM, MATHERN 

• ATTRACTIVE BARN CONVERSION 

• THREE BEDROOMS (MASTER EN-SUITE) 

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST/FAMILY AREA PLUS 

UTILITY ROOM • SITTING ROOM 

• CLOAKROOM AND FAMILY BATHROOM • E.E.R. – C 

£399,950 

MOUNTON CLOSE, CHEPSTOW 

• DETACHED PROPERTY IN NEED OF SOME MODERNISATION 

• FOUR BEDROOMS (MASTER EN-SUITE) PLUS BALCONY 

OFF • TWO RECEPTION ROOMS • FAMILY BATHROOM 

PLUS GROUND FLOOR W.C. • LEVEL GARDENS PLUS 

INTEGRAL GARAGE • NO ONWARD CHAIN * E.E.R. – D 

£359,950 

PENYLAN FARM HOUSE, NETHERWENT, ST BRIDES 

• SUPERB DETACHED GRADE II ELIZABETHAN FARM HOUSE 

• FIVE/SIX BEDROOMS (TWO EN-SUITE) 

• THREE CHARACTERFUL RECEPTION ROOMS 

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROM PLUS UTILITY ROOM AND OLD DAIRY 

• FAMILY BATHROOM PLUS GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN * E.E.R. - F 

£599,950 

Magor/Undy Area 

Tel: 01633 745396 

Chepstow Lettings Office 

Tel: 01291 624881 

WYE VALLEY BARNS, BROCKWEIR 

• SUPERB BARN CONVERSION 

• 5 BEDROOMS, 3 ENSUITE 

• OPEN TERRACE AREAS AND GROUNDS 

• AVAILABLE 1ST JULY 2017 

• EPC RATING D 

£2250 PCM 

BEECH HOUSE, TINTERN 

• DETACHED PROPERTY SITUATED IN BEAUTIFUL WYE VALLEY 

• 4 BEDROOMS 

• TERRACED GARDEN LEADING TO WOODS 


• EPC RATING F 

£1250 PCM 

THE CAYO, LLANVACHES 

• SINGLE STOREY BARN CONVERSION 

• 3 BEDROOMS, MASTER WITH ENSUITE 

• SITUATED ON PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT 

• AVAILABLE 9TH SEPTEMBER 2017 

• EPC RATING C 

£1200 PCM 

51 MILL COMMON, MAGOR 

• SPACIOUS DETACHED PROPERTY 


• GARAGE WITH DRIVEWAY 

• AVAILABLE 27TH JULY 2017 


£925 PCM 

10 OAK CLOSE, UNDY 

• SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY 


• ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN 

• AVAILABLE 1ST AUGUST 2017 


£700 PCM 

BROOMY COTTAGE, DEVAUDEN 

• END TERRACE STONE COTTAGE 

• 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• GARDEN WITH COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS 


• EPC RATING E 

£675 PCM 

2 GARVEY CLOSE, THORNWELL 

• 2 BEDROOM MID LINK PROPERTY 

• LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• 3 ALLOCATED PARKING SPACES 


• EPC RATNG C 

£650 PCM 

APARTMENT 2, 8 MOOR STREET, CHEPSTOW 

• WELL PRESENTED 2ND FLOOR APARTMENT 


• TOWN CENTRE LOCATION 

• AVAILABLE 26TH JULY 2017 


£495 PCM 

www.thinkmoon.co.uk

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bedroom 


91 Wentwood View, Caldicot NP26 4QH 

Moon & Co 01291 629292 www.thinkmoon.co.uk 

Price 

£329,950 



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Deceptively spacious and well presented detached property in sought after location 

Viewing highly recommended - no onward chain 

The property comprises to the ground floor generous reception hall giving access to 

the ground floor w.c., kitchen/breakfast room, dining room and living room. Off the 

kitchen/breakfast room, access to the garage. To the first floor master bedroom with 

en-suite shower room, three further bedrooms and family bathroom. 

Outside block paved driveway with ample parking for four to five vehicles. 


To the rear of the property, generous and well maintained gardens of a sunny and private 

nature. 

The property is situated within this sought after cul-de-sac close to all the local amenities 


to be found in Caldicot with junior and comprehensive schools nearby. Newport, 

Cardiff and Bristol are all within easy commuting distance via the motorway network. 

GAS 

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The Perrogs, Cwmcarven 

Powells 01600 714140 www.powellsrural.co.uk 

Price 

£720,000 



The Perrogs is situated within stunning Monmouthshire countryside, close to the 

prestigious Border town of Monmouth, and is designed with flexible 



accommodation and outdoor living in mind. Overall the property with Birch Barn, 

Gardens and Paddock offers a desirable country property package. 

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The Perrogs offers the opportunity to acquire a beautiful country 

residence with separate accommodation known as ‘Birch Barn’, 

offering flexible additional accommodation for a variety of uses, 

set in approximately 2 acres of landscaped gardens and a enclosed 


paddock. This beautiful property is located in a private rural 

position, encompassed by rolling Monmouthshire countryside, 

yet offers good accessibility to the major road networks of the 

M4/M50.

32 LIVING 

Classy conservatories 

Transform stuffy glazed extensions 

with Didier & Dandelion. 

Claudia 

Forget unpleasant chunky ratton and relentlessly beige upholstery, the conservatory now has 

the power to be the most fashion-forward room in the house. 

Didier & Dandelion offer a range of gorgeous pre-loved furniture (sometimes tickled-up, 

sometimes left to speak for itself), tactile home-décor items and accessories, and a few lovely gifty 

bits. Our vintage curiosities help to offer our little shop a timeless appeal, adding to the calming 

and welcoming atmosphere. 

Get The Look 

All from Didier & Dandelion 

Wire Tree Light, £5 Rabbits, from £44 Baskets, from £30 Vintage frames, from £54 Cushions & Throws, from £30 

Didier & Dandelion • 72 Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3EN 

Tel: 01600 711500 • www.didieranddandelion.co.uk

THE HENDRE, MONMOUTH 

LLANTARNAM, CWMBRAN 

96 

acres 

215 

acres 

Bryn Edrych Farm 

• Excellent location | Direct access to Monmouth/Abergavenny Road 

• Private situation and location with views over stunning open countryside 

• High specification four bedroom new build Farmhouse (subject to AOC) 

• Excellent collection of modern agricultural buildings 

• EPC Rating: C | In all approximately 96 acres 

Guide Price - £1,500,000 

ROSS ON WYE 

Pentre Bach Farm 

• Superb accessible location to all principal South Wales road connections 

• Traditional Grade II* Listed five bedroom Farmhouse 

• ‘Impressive ‘Great Hall’ brick building 

• Private courtyard with collection of agricultural outbuildings offering 

scope for redevelopment 

• Available as a whole or in three lots 

Guide Price - £1,850,000 

ABERGAVENNY 

Cantilupe Road 

Development Site 

• Excellent town centre location 

• Good access to M50/M5/M4 

• Frontage to Cantilupe Road 

• Full planning for six new developments 

• Existing four apartment investment property 

Guide Price £475,000 

SPECIALIST RURAL PROPERTY AGENTS 

• Farms & Land • Smallholdings • 

• Rural Residential • 

• Country Houses • 

• Equestrian Properties • 

• Development Sites • 

• Paddocks / Amenity Land • 

• Forestry & Woodland • 

Please contact us for a free 

no-obligation Marketing Appraisal 

01600 714140 

enquiries@powellsrural.co.uk 

46.7 

acres 

Land at Llanfoist 

• Very accessible location | Usk Valley position 

• Good grazing/fodder grassland | Hard Standing 

• Deciduous woodland plantation | Natural water 

• In all 46.74 acres - available as a whole 

or in two lots 

• Lot 1: 16.30 acres | Lot 2: 30.44 acres 

Guide Price £315,000 for Whole 

CWMCARVAN, MONMOUTH 

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BWLCH, BRECON 

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2.2 

acres 

The Perrogs 

• Superb location close to Monmouth 

• Spacious, beautifully presented main three bedroom residence 

• Secondary building, Birch Barn, currently providing office space, garaging 

and stabling but potential for detached two bedroom residence 

• Mature gardens with numerous terraced seating areas 

• EPC Rating: E | In all approximately 2.2 acres 

Guide Price - £720,000 

Buckland Barns 

• Superb location within the Brecon Beacons National Park 

• Excellent development project 

• Attractive traditional courtyard complex of stone barns 

• Planning consent granted for conversion to five individual dwellings 

• No affordable housing commuted sum payable 

Guide Price - £950,000 

www.powellsrural.co.uk

34 ADVICE 

The role of an adviser does not end when the mortgage has been agreed 

and completed. They will have a duty of care to the client to make sure 

their home and lifestyle is protected in the event of a sudden change in 

personal circumstances. 

Martin Newell, 

It will be a condition of the mortgage that buildings insurance is in place. Blestium Financial 

The mortgage lender will also recommend that a suitable amount of life insurance is in place too. 

How much does it cost? 

Often just a few pence a day is all you need to provide your loved ones with plenty of 

financial protection (depending on your age and health status). 

Did you know? 

Monthly payments (also known as premiums) do vary, so it’s a good idea to shop around. An 

adviser will be able to get quotes from various providers. 

Check exactly what is covered for the level of the monthly payment. 

The price you pay for a life insurance policy depends on a number of things. These include: 

your age; your health; your lifestyle; whether you smoke; the length of the policy; the amount of 

money you want to cover; the length of the policy. For example, the younger you are and the less 

likely you’re to die from a medical condition, the cheaper your policy is likely to be. 

Other types of insurance to consider 

Insurance 

Life insurance covers the worst-case scenario, but it’s also important to consider how you 

might pay your bills or your mortgage if you couldn’t work because of illness or injury. 

• Do you need income protection insurance? This type of insurance provides regular payments 

if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury 

• Do you need critical illness insurance? This type of policy will provide you with a tax-free 

‘lump sum’ if you’re diagnosed with a serious illness covered by your policy. 

• Do you need short term protection insurance? This solution provides short term cover to 

help you pay for essential outgoings if you find yourself unable to work. 

Blestium Financial Services are able to arrange any of the above for you and will take 

the stress away from the process by researching the marketplace and completing all of the 

application forms. Blestium Financial Services will not charge a fee to you. 

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Property Disputes 

Buying, selling and owning residential property can be very 

stressful where problems may arise during the initial stages through 

misrepresentation of information, poor professional service or the 

condition of the property on completion of the transaction. 

The problems can continue throughout ownership with neighbour and 

boundary disputes, high hedges, party wall issues, excessive noise, parking 

and driveway access, and planning permission. 

As a landlord or tenant of a leasehold property, disputes may arise over the 

interpretation of the lease or tenancy agreement, deposits, rent reviews, repossession, 

rent recovery and claims for disrepair. 

Owning a property jointly, receiving financial help from a parent or grandparent 

to assist in purchasing , and an elderly person sharing ownership or occupation are 

all common scenarios where lawyers are rarely involved in the early stages of the 

transaction, or where the advice given has been inadequate, giving rise to disputes 

when the relationship breaks down. 

At Gwyn James Solicitors, we appreciate that those involved will wish to resolve 

or avoid the dispute as quickly as possible with costs kept to a minimum. We 

have both the expertise and the experience to assist you in resolving your dispute 

efficiently with the minimum of stress. Our Dispute Resolution Team will listen 

carefully to you to gain a full understanding of the issues giving rise to the dispute 

and practical advice will be given to assist you in taking control of the situation as 

well as offering you legal representation where required. 

Getting it right at the onset can avoid disputes in the future. Gwyn James 

Solicitors can guide you through the complex field of property law and estate 

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SUMMER HOMES 

35 

Top tips on how to 

keep your home cool 

this summer 

It’s safe to say that as much as we in Britain look forward to a bit of sunshine, 

whenever it arrives we suddenly find ourselves struggling to keep cool; even in 

our own homes we can feel as though we’re walking around in a sauna. 

Your first instinct may be to throw money at the problem by booking an 

air conditioner installation service, but this may not be the best solution. 

Depending on the state of your home, there could be several cheaper 

methods for keeping your home cool in the summer, some of which could 

benefit you all year round. 

Stephen Jury, spokesperson at Plentific, had this to say: “When you get 

home after a hot day in the office, the last thing you want is to step inside a 

warm house. Before extreme measures of air conditioning are taken, other 

smaller, and considerably cheaper options are available. 

Here at Plentific, we understand how uncomfortable it can be to feel hot 

and sticky at home, so we’ve put together a guide on how to keep your home 

cool this summer: 

Install insulation 

Now, you might be suspicious of this one. Most of the time, we think of 

insulation as something that keeps our homes warm during winter. While it is 

true that insulation will stop heat from exiting your home, it can also help to 

keep it out. 

In a nutshell, insulation works by preventing the passage of heat, typically 

through walls, lofts or roofs. This capability will stop heat from entering into 

your home during summer, while also making it easier to maintain your 

property’s internal temperature. 

If you do not have insulation in your home, the best place to start will be 

with a loft insulation installation service. Most roofs are built with materials 

that absorb heat and then transfer it into the space below; in other words, your 

loft. This can heat up a house, but by insulating your loft you can ensure that 

the heat stays concentrated in your attic. Want to check if it’s working? Head 

up to your loft: it will be roasting. 

Tree and ivy planting 

One of the best ways to stay cool this summer will be to give yourself some 

shade. Planting trees in your garden will provide this while also adding variety 

and beauty to your outdoor space. Plant a fruit tree, and you’ll also have a 

healthy crop to enjoy in a 

few years. 

The disadvantage of 

this option is that once 

you have planted a tree, 

it can take a while to pay 

off. An alternative is to 

grow a seasonal creeping 

plant, such as ivy, over a 

wooden trellis or pergola. 

Although this will require 

more maintenance, it can 

give you a simple, quick and attractive source of shade that you’ll be able to 

enjoy all summer long. 

Get cooking 

outside 

While it may sound like a bit 

of a no-brainer, a lot of heat in the 

home is generated in the kitchen. 

Cooking over a hot stove in the middle of summer can quickly become 

unbearable, so why not take your cooking outside? 

Barbecuing is one of the best parts of summer: they make cooking outdoors 

a lot of fun, give you a chance to experience different tastes and also create 

plenty of opportunities for enjoying yourself with friends and family. While 

there are plenty of high end BBQ models, you could easily create a brick BBQ 

for yourself if you wanted something that will really impress. 

If you wanted to take your outdoor cooking a step further, why not speak 

to a landscape designer about creating an outdoor kitchen? These can be built 

with attached water taps, gas hobs and even built-in appliances. 

Paint it white 

Have you ever been on holiday to the Mediterranean and wondered why 

everyone paints their homes white? There’s a very simple reason: white surfaces 

reflect heat. 

Still, while a full exterior wall painting job for your property might seem 

like a simple solution, it may not be completely practical, partly because you 

will struggle to gain planning permission for it! However, painting your roof, 

or even booking a reflective roof installation service, will deflect a great deal of 

heat from your property. You could also invest in white curtains and blinds to 

help reflect heat away from your windows. 

As luck would have it, painting your home white also has other advantages. 

White is a fairly neutral colour that holds a lot of universal appeal. This could, 

in turn, make your home much more appealing when you come to sell it. 

White walls can also help to make a room feel warm and open, and the last 

thing you want on a stuffy day is for a room to feel claustrophobic. 

Turn off appliances 

In this hot weather, it may be tempting to put off doing chores for as long 

as possible. You might be glad to hear that you have an excuse: appliances can 

generate a great deal of heat. 

Appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers use a huge amount 

of hot water , and running them during the hottest parts of the day will raise 

the temperature in your home. You can avoid this by waiting until the evening 

and putting them on just before you head to bed. 

Cutting down on your appliance usage will also be a big help when it 

comes to cooling your home. If you have a habit of leaving electronic devices 

such as computers or televisions on, start switching them off when they are not 

in use. Instead of using your tumble drier, set clothes to dry on a line outside. 

By Warren Lewis propertyreporter.co.uk

36 MARKETS 

June house prices 

drop for the first 

time since 2009 

The latest report from Rightmove has revealed that during June, house prices fell 0.4% - 

the first drop this year and the first June fall since 2009. 

According to Rightmove’s data, the number of 

sales agreed at this time of year is the second 

highest for ten years, only slightly lower than 

the high of May 2014. However the monthly price dip 

has seen the annual rate of price increase slow to 1.8%, 

the lowest since April 2013. 

The analysis shows that markets are “performing at 

different speeds and levels” depending upon geography 

and sector. 

The number of sales agreed compared to a year ago 

is up markedly more in the northern regions than in the 

South. All regions are up on the post-stamp-duty lull 

period of May 2016, with a national uplift of 7%, but 

the northern average of 11% far outstrips the southern 

average of 3%. 

This follows through to property prices with the 

London (-2.4%) and South East (-0.9%) regions 

recording the largest monthly falls in the price of 

property coming to market. These London and South 

East figures account for a significant proportion of the 

total market and have dragged down the national figure 

which would be in positive territory without these two 

slower-performing regions. 

The typical first-time buyer sector with two 

bedrooms and fewer is now the fastest growing sector, 

and has seen newly-listed prices surge by 3.5% monthon-month 

and 5.5% year-on-year. 

Miles Shipside, Rightmove director, commented: “It 

now seems certain that we will have continuing political 

uncertainty, which the housing market traditionally 

dislikes, and with the first fall in June prices for eight 

years there is no doubt that the lack of stability is a 

factor. The price of property coming to the market 

had increased in June in every year since 2009, so 

buyer confidence has clearly been affected by inflation 

outstripping their pay packets and current political 

events. However, demand is still high and markets in 

some parts of the country seem to be getting used to 

coping with instability and are still strong. The high 

levels of sales being agreed show that the underlying 

fundamentals are largely unchanged with high first-time 

buyer demand which drives movement higher up the 

ladder, all aided by the cheap cost of borrowing. 

The swingometer may be leaning towards a buyers’ 

market in some parts of the country, having been given 

another tilt in that direction by political uncertainty, 

but demand for housing and lack of buyer choice are 

maintaining a sellers’ market in others. London and 

its commuter belt are proving to be a drag on the 

national figures, but are currently counter-balanced by 

continuing momentum in other parts of the country. 

Markets traditionally slow in the second half of the 

year, and with a slowing in the pace of asking price rises 

and the forthcoming months of political and economic 

confusion, the usual slower market in the second half of 

the year seems to be one of the few certainties in 2017. 

Having said that, the historic under-supply of the right 

property at the right price and ongoing strong housing 

demand are evidenced by buyer enquiries to agents 

picking up to a degree after the surprise election result. 

They were 3% higher on the Monday after the election 

than the Monday before, showing that people are getting 

on with addressing their housing needs.” 

Russell Quirk, founder and CEO of eMoov.co.uk, 

had this to say: “Anyone that claims the political 

landscape has no direct impact on the UK housing 

market need only to look at the latest index from 

Rightmove to be told otherwise. 

Yes, the portals data may not provide the most 

concrete view of how the sector is performing due to 

the figures being based on asking price rather than 

completions, but it certainly gives us a flavour of the 

current buyer-seller market seesaw. 

With the snap election in June, it is no wonder 

price momentum stalled as both buyer and seller alike 

held off until some greater stability for the nation was 

decided. Unfortunately, stability was the last thing we 

received at the start of the month and so not only will 

this period of uncertainty now be prolonged, but it is 

likely the market will continue to splutter where price 

growth is concerned. 

That said, it is probably unfair to be drawing 

comparisons to the market during the peak of the 

credit crunch as we are in a much steadier climate then 

compared to now. Although price growth is likely to 

remain stagnant for the rest of the year, it is unlikely 

that we will see any notable dips, perhaps a marginal 

adjustment if any.” 

Draft Tenants’ Fees Bill bans ‘lettings fees’ 

David Cox, Chief Executive, ARLA Propertymark has commented on the draft Tenants’ Fees Bill 

to ban charging tenants ‘lettings fees’ announced in the Queen’s Speech. 

David says “The announcement of the draft Tenants’ Fees Bill today was 

disappointing. It’s unlikely the Government had enough time to analyse all of 

the responses from the consultation, as it only closed 12 working days ago, 

on the 2nd June. It appears they had already made their decision and therefore the 

consultation was no more than a ‘tick box’ exercise and they haven’t appropriately 

taken the industry’s views into account. 

“A ban on letting agent fees will cost the sector jobs, make buy-to-let investment 

even less attractive, and ultimately result in the costs being passed on to tenants. 

Research conducted by Capital Economics for ARLA Propertymark1 earlier this year 

shows that referencing checks undertaken by agents take, on average, eight hours to 

complete. It is therefore right and proportionate that the industry is recompensed for 

this work, which benefits tenants. The research also showed that letting agents stand 

to lose around £200 million in turnover, costing the sector 4,000 jobs. Landlords 

themselves would lose £300 million, meaning they may seek to cover their losses by 

increasing rents to tenants. 

“On average, rent costs will go up by £103 per tenant, per year, ultimately 

meaning tenants who move more frequently will reap savings on their overall costs 

but longer term tenants, who are usually lower income families, will see a loss as their 

rents rise year-on-year. The ban contradicts the Government’s stated aim to encourage 

longer term tenancies, as tenants who stay in their homes for the long-term will end 

up shouldering the costs of those who move more frequently.”

INTERNATIONAL 

37 

Rents continue to rise in Spain 

Following on from the Spainish Investment article in Property Drop Issue 4, the latest report featured on 

propertyinvestor.co.uk agrees the rental asking prices are increasing fast across many parts of Spain, particularly 

in hot markets like Barcelona and the Balearics; an attractive proposition for property investors. 

Rental asking prices in Spain increased 8.8% on average over three months to 

the end of March, according to the latest figures from Idealista.com. 

The Spanish property portal found that the average rental asking price was 

almost €9sqm (£7.90) per month at the end of March, based on more than 56,000 

rental listings in the portal’s database. 

Rents are highest in Barcelona, where landlords ask €18sqm (£15.90) a month, 

followed by Madrid €15sqm (£13.20) per month. 

And according to another big portal, Fotocasa.es, rents rose 1.3% between April 

and May to €8sqm (£7.05), an annualised increase of 10.5% compared to May last 

year. 

“So the rental asking price figures coming from the biggest portals appear to 

tell the same story – that rents are rising fast in Spain after almost a decade in the 

doldrums, with rising demand and limited supply feeding price pressures,” said 

Spanish property expert Mark Stucklin. 

The founder and editor of Spanish Property Insight continued: “Spain still has 

some of the highest owner-occupier rates in Europe, partly because Spaniards have 

tended to see paying rent as throwing away money. 

“But the property crash, and credit crunch that came with it, compounded by high 

and regressive transaction costs, have forced more Spaniards than ever into the rental 

market, especially the young.” 

Stucklin believes that fast rising rents will attract the attention of local and 

international property investors. 

He added: “Though Spanish rental yields are not dazzling at around 3% to 4% 

gross in a city like Barcelona, they are significantly better than alternatives like 

government bonds, and look less risky. 

“I expect small investors to continue opting for Spanish property for the 

foreseeable future.” 

Many thanks to propertyinvestortoday.co.uk for article. 

Further international expansion 

for Fine & Country 

International agency brand Fine & Country has announced 

the opening of its 12th Portuguese office. 

The global network, which now has agents in over 300 locations, has expanded 

into Lapa in Lisbon - an area which it describes as one of the city’s most sought 

after residential locations. The Lapa office joins a network of Portuguese 

branches in Comporta, Porto, Estoril, Chiado Lisbon, Marques do Pombal Lisbon and 

six locations along the Algarve. 

The new branch has been established by Charles Roberts and Nuno Durão, 

managing partners of Fine & Country Portugal. It will be managed by Pico Durão who 

will work alongside four members of staff. 

“Every day the Fine & Country brand is becoming more well-known and 

established in Portugal,” says Charles Roberts. 

“The growing worldwide strength of the brand is an essential for our business 

along with the tremendous back up support that we get from the Head Office in 

London in terms of marketing, IT and Public Relations.” 

For more information about the Fine and Country International network please 

contact your local agent in Chepstow 01291 629799, Usk 01291 672212, Monmouth 

01600 775930 or Ross on Wye 01989 764132.

38 NEWS 

And now for something 

completely different… 

Freeman Homes is a family run local house developer based in Ruardean who build award winning homes 

in the local area and further afield. Alongside creating luxury and spacious homes with a difference 

they also pride themselves on coming up with unique and innovative ways to draw attention to the company, 

and their latest addition to the fleet is no exception. 

The house builder has recently invested in a mobile 

sales office with a difference, a big difference. Their 

brand new top of the range motor home will be 

touring the area and will be attending local shows and 

events and will definitely attract a lot of attention due to its 

unique covering… its entirely covered in grass! 

“We could have had the motor home sign written but 

we like to be different in all that we do and we wanted 

something that would truly stand out. We like to think 

that the grass is always greener in a Freeman Home and so 

we’ve taken that concept one step further with this idea” 

Luke Freeman, joint CEO was quoted as saying. “It’s already 

creating quite a stir and is great fun.” 

Spread the word 

Freeman Homes would like to get everyone involved 

in spreading the word and so if you see the motorhome, 

take a picture and tag them on social media on Facebook 

(@FreemanHomes) or Twitter (@Freeman_Homes). They 

are also running a competition to come up with a name for 

the vehicle so if you’d like to enter send them a message 

on social media or email marketing@mffreeman.co.uk and 

be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher for a meal at 

The Mill Race in Walford. 

The Freeman Homes grassy motorhome will be found 

on the 1st July at the Monmouthshire Show and then again 

at The Aquathlon in Monmouth on Sunday 2nd. Go along 

and see it for yourself, it really is a sight to behold. 

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