Property Drop Issue 15

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1-14 NOVEMBER 2017 

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ISSUE 15 

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MONMOUTHSHIRE | SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE | WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

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OPEN AFTERNOONS AT 

ROSCOE, ROGERS & KNIGHT 

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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 

ADVICE FROM POWELLS 

LAND & ESTATE AGENTS 

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Welsh Water help 

boost new development 

in Monmouth 

Work to improve sewer network for 

new homes and businesses 

Welsh Water is assisting the development of new homes and businesses 

in Monmouth with work to extend the sewerage system beginning this 

month. 

The not-for-profit company are due to begin work next week to install a new 

sewer between Blestium Street and the King’s Wood Gate Housing Development off 

Wonastow Road. 

The work is expected to take 

around nine months to complete 

and will be completed in stages to 

minimise disruption. 

Matthew Humphreys, Senior 

Delivery Manager, Welsh Water 

said: “Welsh Water supports 

development and growth in 

our operating area wherever 

possible and these upgrade 

works are necessary to facilitate 

development in Monmouth. 

“We are aware of the inconvenience that work such as this may cause. We have 

therefore carefully planned the work and worked closely with the housing developers 

and Monmouthshire Council to minimise disruption to traffic and local residents. To 

ensure customers are kept informed, we have written to local residents to inform them 

of the essential work. Residents and business owners will also be kept informed via 

social media updates and regular communications as the work progresses.” 

Mike Jones, Highways Network Manager, Monmouthshire County Council added: 

“We have been working with Welsh Water to enable this prestigious scheme, which 

will benefit the residents of the King’s Wood Gate Estate. The works have been 

programmed to avoid disruption during the busy Christmas shopping period.” 

Local residents and business owners attended a customer information event at Ty 

Price Community Hall about the plans. 

For further information on this work customers can visit 

www.dwrcymru.com/inyourarea 

£15m funding for new 

Hereford University 

Herefordshire Council can confirm that the county has 

secured £15million of government funding from the 

Department for Education for the new university. 

This adds to the existing £8m of funding provided by the Marches LEP through 

the government’s Growth Deal. 

Universities Minister Jo Johnson has today announced funding of up to £15 

million over three years to support the establishment of a new university in Hereford. 

This announcement follows plans set out in the government’s Midlands Engine 

Strategy which includes significant investment in skills, connectivity and local growth 

to drive the region’s huge potential and promote it to the world. 

Herefordshire is one of only three English counties not to have a university, leading 

to an estimated 1,800 young people between the ages of 16 and 25 leaving the county 

for higher education or graduate jobs. Government investment in this project will 

THE PROPERTY DROP ROUNDUP 

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Lockdales local 

Valuation days 

Expert auctioneers Lockdales will be 

holding valuation days in Chepstow, 

The Forest of Dean and Newport at 

the end of the month. Home visits 

can be arranged if you are having 

a clear out or if you are unable to 

attend the Valuation events. 

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Roscoe Rogers 

and Knight 

Open Afternoons 

Drop in to the Roscoe, Rogers and Knight 

office this Autumn and chat with Phil 

Smith about our current market and the 

changes that may be afoot. Welcoming 

clients past, present and future, on any 

Tuesday or Friday afternoons throughout 

November, between 2pm and 4pm. 

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Powells Land and 

Estate Agents 

Powells are offering one-to-one surgery 

sessions on Thursday 9th of November 

for any planning and development 

matters with their in house rural 

planning professional, Stuart Leaver, 

at Upton Bishop Millennium Village hall 

near Ross on Wye.

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help to reverse this trend 

by offering high quality 

technical education in 

engineering, tailored to 

local employer needs. 

Herefordshire Council 

has been working in 

collaboration with the 

New Model in Technology 

& Engineering (NMiTE) 

to develop proposals 

and bid for funds for the new city-based campus, which will include student 

accommodation and faculty buildings. 

Launched in 2015 with the support of a strong coalition of leading universities, 

engineers, business people and MPs, NMiTE offers a way for Britain to address its 

shortfall of 40,000 engineering graduates, and will encourage more women to work 

in the industry. It also provides the opportunity for Hereford to attract more young 

people and revitalise the county’s economy. NMiTE will take a radical approach 

to training the next generation of engineers, taking its first cohort of students in 

September 2020. 

Councillor Tony Johnson, leader of Herefordshire Council, said: 

“This is wonderful news! We are proud of the role Herefordshire Council has 

played to support the university in developing the business case for government 

funding. A new university provides the opportunity to encourage young people 

to Herefordshire and to build on our economic vision for the county, with all the 

businesses and services that students, alumni and professionals require.” 

Today’s announcement builds on plans set out in the government’s modern 

Industrial Strategy which aims to improve living standards and economic growth by 

increasing productivity and driving growth across the whole country. 

The NMiTE university aims to open its doors to the first 300 students at a 

purpose-built city centre campus in Hereford in September 2020. It will have 5,000 

students by 2032. 

Scrapping of the 

Severn Bridge Tolls 

In the summer, it was announced tolls on the Severn 

crossings linking England with Wales are to be 

abolished for all vehicles at the end of 2018. 

What will this mean to the property market in Chepstow and the South Wales 

region? 

With growing numbers of people moving to South Wales in a bid to get on the 

property market and to own their own homes, after being driven out of the Bristol 

housing market. 

With house price growth of 7.4 per cent in the last year, Bristol is ahead of 

Cheltenham, Exeter, Bath and Winchester. 

Recent findings have shown that Bristol is Britain’s fastest-selling property market; 

homes take just 34 days to sell, compared to the UK-wide average of 61 days. 

It’s no surprise that house prices in Monmouthshire are predicted to go up. The 

possibility for investors into the areas is huge and local estate agents have already seen 

a lot of interest. However, this might 

not be good news for local residents 

as they could see themselves 

pushed out of the local market. 

Monmouthshire County Council will 

have some difficult decision to make 

in the future on approving planning 

applications without upsetting 

local residents and considering the 

increase in traffic and the loss of 

greenfield sites and scenic views. 

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systems fully checked and in order 

before the Winter sets in. 

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Property Drop readers 

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for sites they manage in Abergavenny bathroom 

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PROPERTIES 

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Linton Hall, Gorsley, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire Price 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk £1,160,000 

7 3 5 

bedroom bedroom living living room room etc etc 

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and is constructed in an attractive mix of local sandstone and red brick. A handsome front porch with Doric 

central central heating heating 

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columns leads into a spacious entrance hallway with an outstanding central sweeping staircase. 

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This very elegant seven bedroomed country house is set on four floors; it was beautifully built in 1888 

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The house has been well maintained and retains its many original features including the full 

height, sashed bay windows, ornate coved ceilings and fireplaces, original panelled doors, 

moulded joinery and polished floorboards. From the top floor there is access out to a unique 

roof terrace with exceptional views from the road there is an impressive automated gated 

entrance and tree lined driveway accessing its 8 acres of mature, private grounds and mature 

landscaped gardens together with fenced paddocks, attractive woodland, an outdoor large 

swimming pool and all weather tennis court. 

There is also a two bedroomed, detached, self contained cottage as well as a range of extensive 

and very useful outbuildings including an orangery and a stable complex. 

The house and grounds enjoy excellent levels of privacy and there is a fully monitored 

security system with cameras and alarm system. 

Located within easy reach of Ross on Wye and the renowned schools at Monmouth and 

just a short distance from the M50 and other major road networks it is absolutely ideal for 

commuters. 


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BELMONT HOUSE 

CHRISTCHURCH, GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

£1,200,000 

BEAUFORT HOUSE, MONMOUTH 

£785,000 

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3 6 4 3 5 5 

Set off a quiet lane this substantial, 3 storey, 6 bed family home with 

adjoining 1 bed cottage, a wide range of spacious, well-maintained 

outbuildings, 14 acres and uninterrupted views towards the Malvern 

Hills. Remodelled and extended to provide flexible living space. 

Mature, mainly lawned gardens with pool, tennis court and balconied 

summer house. The gated tarmac drive accesses extensive parking 

areas, a barn, equestrian facilities and paddocks (registered small 

holding). Easy access to Wye Valley walks and major road networks. 

This very impressive contemporary, executive 5 bedroom 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. 

PONT-YR-UCHEN FARM, MONMOUTH £745,000 

PIGEON HOUSE, MARSTOW 

ROSS ON WYE 

1 THE SQUARE, GOODRICH, 

HEREFORDSHIRE 

£690,000 £490,000 

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An elegant, well-proportioned, carefully 

restored 4 bed Grade II listed Georgian 

farmhouse in an attractive elevated 

position. Having fine countryside views to 

the river Trothy with 6 acres of grounds 

including paddocks, gardens, extensive 

parking area, car port, large barn and 

outbuildings. 

This 4 bed former lodge sits in the middle of 

its grounds at the end of a gravelled drive 

enjoying excellent levels of privacy. 

Carefully restored & fully updated retaining 

a wealth of original features including 

beams & exposed stone walls. A complex 

of converted outbuildings including a 

Leisure Barn, Cinema Studio, Sound Studio, 

Workshop & Store. Mature landscaped 

gardens with lawns and sun terraces. 

Situated in the heart of the picturesque 

village of Goodrich with its primary school, 

pub, shop, cricket/tennis clubs and active 

village hall. A pretty characterful 3 bed end 

of terrace cottage combined with a plot 

which has full planning permission for 2 bed 

detached dwelling within the extensive 

south facing gardens. Attractive views, off 

road parking and garage. 

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

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

Monmouth & London offices

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PROPERTY TO LET 

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Monmouth 

Michael Skidmore 01600 714466 www.michaelskidmore.com 

An opportunity to lease a superior Two Bedroomed First 

Floor Apartment, which has recently been internally 

redecorated and re-carpeted. 

The first floor accommodation looks out over a typical 

town scape, set against the backcloth of the Kymin Hill 

which is a local recognised beauty spot. 

The property is ideal for a professional couple or one 

which has retired for it is within easy walking distance of 

Price 

£795 PCM 

Central Town Location 

bedroom bedroom 

literally all amenities of the town including Chippenham 


Park, town centre chops, the Blake and Savoy Theatres 

and of course the leisure centre when it is re-furbished. 

The accommodation, which is gas central heated and 

double glazed, provides an impressive Entrance Hall, 

off which there is an equally impressive Living Room 

with bay window and a glorious view. At the rear of 

the property there is a Kitchen/Dining area, 2 double 

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Bedrooms, Bathroom and En-Suite Shower Room to the 



main bedroom. Allocated parking space and additional 

spaces for visitors. 

The letting agent, Michael Skidmore 01600 714466, 

advises that the property will be available shortly for 

rental at £795 per calendar month inclusive of service 

charges. EPC rating C. Bond required £795. 

GAS 

10 Monnow Street, Monmouth, 

Monmouthshire, NP25 3EE 

www.michaelskidmore.com 

ms@michaelskidmore.co.uk 

Tel: 01600 714466 

MICHAEL SKIDMORE 

ESTATE AGENTS 

zoopla.co.uk • onthemarket.com 

OVERMONNOW MONMOUTH HEREFORD ROAD, MONMOUTH 

For Sale or Let 

Attractive 2 Bed Semi-Det House, being one of a small cluster. 

Conservatory & Parking to rear. Gas CH & D/G. 

EPC rating C. 

£187,500 

Just a short walking distance from the town’s main high street, 

you will find this spacious 5 Bed Town House. 

Off street parking. Gas CH. EPC rating D. 

£320,000 

TO LET 

1 Bed Apartment with its own Garage! 

Newly installed Shower Room. Set just off this popular road 

within its communal grounds. 

Gas CH. EPC rating B. 

AGINcOURT SQUARE, MONMOUTH MONMOUTH MONNOW STREET, MONMOUTH 

TO LET 

Former gent’s clothes shop – 457 sq ft of retail space. 

Suitable for many trades. Prominent position opposite the 

Shire Hall. Four floors plus cellar. More info via Agents. 

EPC rating D. 

Conveniently positioned & spacious 2/3 Bed Town House with refitted 

Shower Room & Bathroom. Good sized garden with parking for 

several vehicles & Garage. EPC rating F. Bond required £900. 

£900 PcM 

All rents quoted are subject to an additional administration fee paid by the tenants + deposit equivalent to 1 month’s rent. 

Lock-up Shop, approx. 310 sq ft of retail and storage space. 

Fronts main high street, in good trading position opposite 

Waitrose. EPC rating C. 

£215,000

NEWS 

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New equity release plans rise by a third as lending 

passes £800 million in a single quarter for first time 

• Value of quarterly lending in Q3 2017 rises 44% year-on-year as growing numbers look to 

housing wealth as a core pillar of financial planning for retirement 

• 9,905 new plans were agreed from July to September, a rise of 34% from Q3 2016 

• In total, the sector saw activity from almost 18,000 new or returning customers in Q3 2017 

• Demand for drawdown products continue to rise - accounting for over three quarters 

of all new products taken out 

Over-55s withdrew a total of £824 million of property wealth from their homes 

via equity release plans during Q3 2017, according to the latest quarterly 

figures from the Equity Release Council (The Council)1, as increased 

competition and a continued commitment to consumer safeguards supported a rise in 

new customer numbers and lending activity between July and September. 

Total lending surpassed the £701m recorded in Q2 this year to become the highest 

figure seen in any single quarter since The Council began tracking quarterly activity in 

2002. This represents a 44% year-on-year increase from Q3 2016 when lending stood 

at £572 million. 

Members of The Council recorded a total of 17,982 customers between July and 

September, up by 12% from Q2. Of these, 9,905 of were new customers, representing 

a 17% quarterly increase from Q2 and a 34% annual rise compared with Q3 2016. 

The remainder were made up of 6,849 returning drawdown customers releasing 

housing wealth in instalments (up from 6,566 in Q2) and 1,138 further advance 

customers agreeing extensions to existing plans (up from 1,002 in Q2). 

The growing range of products on the market and increasing consumer appetite 

to use housing wealth as a source of retirement finance mean that Q3 lending activity 

has now risen by 82% in the last two years, up from £453 million in Q3 2015. New 

customer numbers have risen 64% over the same period from 6,049 in Q3 2015. 

Continued rise in drawdown customers 

A further shift towards offering more breadth across drawdown lifetime mortgages 

to reflect consumer demand has meant the proportion of new customers choosing this 

option over lump sum lifetime mortgages or home reversion plans in Q3 2017 rose 

by nine percentage points to 77% from the previous quarter (68%) and 15 percentage 

points year-on-year (from 62%). 

Drawdown products typically see customers releasing smaller amounts of equity 

to begin with (£64,793 in Q3 2017 vs. £100,389 via lump sum plans), therefore 

reducing the build-up of interest over the duration of the plan. It also provides 

customers with the flexibility to unlock further sums via future instalments as and 

when they need to.

8 ADVICE 

Is it time to fix my 

Mortgage Interest Rate? 

Mortgage holders were relieved Bank of England decided last week to leave borrowing costs 

at an all time low of 0.25%, however all the signs and warnings suggest a rate rise is on its way. 

The current bank base rate is the lowest in the Bank of Englands 323 year history and changes 

upwards could lead homeowners, who have borrowed at the reduced levels, 

to face increases in their bills in the near future. 

For those on a lender’s standard variable rate, a rise in interest 

rates has the potential to have a huge impact. Those on a 

fixed rate won’t be impacted until the end of their fixed term. 

Many mortgage holders will assume that as interest rates have 

reduced over the past few years that even if they are currently on 

their lenders standard variable rate then as they are bound to be 

getting a good deal. Think again. 

Here are a sample of standard variable rates: 

• Barclays 3.74% 

• Halifax 3.74% 

• Natwest 3.75% 

• Santander 4.49% 

Martin Newell, 

Blestium Financial 

You will agree that these rates look good compared to how high historic rates have 

been until you see what might be available. 

Lets assume you have a repayment mortgage of £150,000 and you have 25 

years remaining and you are paying the current standard variable rate for the 

aforementioned lenders. Lets say the value of your home is £200,000 which means 

you are eligible for a 75% loan to value mortgage. 

The monthly cost would be: 

• Barclays £770 a month 

• Halifax £770 a month 

• Natwest £771 a month 

• Santander £832 a month 

Now lets see what happens to the monthly payments for the same 75% loan to 

value mortgage if you come off the standard variable rate for the above companies and 

switch to a fixed rate elsewhere. 

The prices below are for a fee free remortgage based on a balance of £150,000 with 

25 years remaining: 

• 2 year fixed rate £596 a month 



THESE ARE SAVINGS OF BETWEEN £150 AND £200 A MONTH. 

These rates are correct at time of this article going to print and subject to the 

lenders affordability and criteria rules. 

With rates so low many people are also choosing to fix and reduce the term of 

the mortgage. For example for the same payment over 25 years on a lenders standard 

variable rate you could potentially remortgage to the 2 year fixed above and reduce 

your mortgage term to 19 years and still pay the same as you was before whilst 

knocking a huge 72 months off your mortgage! 

Every mortgage and scenario is different and as we do not charge any fees at 

Blestium Financial Services for a mortgage review you will not leave our meeting 

worse off. If you have redemption penalties for changing mortgage providers we will 

make a diary note to contact you two months before they end to conduct a review. 

We will also complete all the paperwork and guide you through the process from 

application to completion. 

Please call us on 01600 775393 or 07525616987 to arrange an appointment. 

mortgages, life insurance and finance specialists 

4 Re Mortgage 

4 Overseas Mortgages 

4 Buy To Let Mortgage 

4 Let To Buy 

4 Help To Buy 

Top Floor, The Market Tavern, 26 Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT 

E: blestium@hotmail.com 

Tel: 01600 775393 

4 Equity Release 

4 Protection 

4 Asset Finance 

4 No broker fees 

Professional Impartial Confidential 

www.blestium.com

AUCTIONS 

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Lockdales Auctioneers 

Some special antiques and collectables valuation events will be taking place soon. 

Between the 28th to the 30th of November the experts of Lockdales Auctioneers 

will be providing free valuations to the public at a series of venues: 

The Belfry Hotel Cinderford, The Newport Centre, and The Beaufort Hotel Chepstow. 

See our website www.lockdales.com for full details. 

Members of the public will have the option to consign their goods to auction 

(subject to terms). Cash offers also available. Valuations provided free of charge. 

We recently broke the British record for a Rolex Submariner watch sold at auction. 

On 11th October 2017 we sold an example made c.1964 with orange numerals for 

nearly £280,000 including premium. Many other star items have turned up at our 

events and we look forward to meeting the public in South Wales. 

Any questions call 01473 627110, email sales@lockdales.com 

We will be valuing: Coins, jewellery, watches, stamps, banknotes, medals & 

militaria, antiques, clocks, pens, gold, silver, pre-1900 documents/books 

& maps, cigarette-cards, postcards, pre-1960 sporting programmes & 

tickets, vintage toys & comics, scientific instruments, swords, bayonets and 

de-activated antique firearms. Home visits are available for larger collections if you are 

unable to attend (subject to terms & conditions).

10 THROUGH THE KEY HOLE 

Fabulous Phoenix 

Sharon Chilcott is intrigued by a grand country house which has been 

extensively remodelled since a fire in the ‘sixties. 

Sharon Chilcott 

The long 

sweeping 

drive 

which leads to 

The Northgates 

announces a 

property of some 

stature; and indeed 

it is, a Victorian 

country home, built 

mainly in stone, and 

originally, in 1854, 

surrounded by its 

own parkland and 

an estate of some 

1000 acres. 

Today, this gracious property is home to Angela and Edwin Stuart, who 

moved to Herefordshire from Buckinghamshire in 2003. They had searched 

most of the south of England, looking at around 40 houses, in order to find 

the right place. 

The secluded country house, near St Weonards, with its far-reaching 

views and now much reduced “estate” of eight acres, provided the lifestyle 

they were looking for. One of its attractions was its size. With six bedrooms 

and plenty of reception rooms, it was big enough to provide separate living 

space for Angela’s mother. But there was a time when this already generous 

house was even larger – with 13 bedrooms and a grand ballroom. 

“A fire in the late 1960s destroyed one wing,” says Angela. This explains 

why the sweeping oak staircase rises not from the centre of the house, 

but from a hallway at one end, converted in 1988 from a former coach 

house. It’s also the reason why the couple have added what they call the 

“New Room” along the side of the property. “The fire destroyed the wing 

that overlooked the views, so in 2011 we put the New Room in to take 

advantage of them and to make a nice, light room for eating and living in,” 

says Angela. 

The long distance views across the rolling hills towards Monmouthshire 

and the Forest of Dean are indeed spectacular and enhanced by a recently 

established lake and the extensive landscaping which Angela and Edwin 

have overseen. These same views can also be enjoyed from a garden room, 

added along the fire-ravaged side of the house by a previous owner. This 

looks out over a pretty walled terrace, built into the Picturesque ruins of 

the former wing. The couple have had the terrace paved and balustraded to 

provide an enchanting outdoor seating area. 

For Angela, a keen gardener, the eight acres of gardens and paddocks 

were a key factor. She wanted the paddocks to keep donkeys (although 

she now uses them for her alpaca) and early on she had some of the 

plot planted with a small orchard of 17 different trees which now fruit 

prolifically. She also extended the vegetable garden, incorporated an 

asparagus bed and added a wildflower patch. 

The work on the garden was earliest among a series of enlightened 

changes the couple made in their first eight years at the property. They went 

on to incorporate an adjoining outbuilding into the house in order to make 

a large utility/laundry room, with floor-to-ceiling shelving where Angela 

keeps part of her collection of 600 plus cookery books! 

Over the utility they built a master bedroom and en-suite shower room. 

To take advantage 

of the property’s 

stunning situation, 

the master bedroom 

incorporates a lovely 

window seat with 

far reaching views 

over the lake to the 

countryside beyond. 

Like the New 

Room, sandwiched 

between the Winter 

Dining Room and 

the kitchen, the

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master suite, too, provides living space with a relaxed, contemporary feel. This 

is in contrast to the more formal and traditional living areas – the drawing room 

with its period 

features; the 

grand hallway 

with stairs 

sweeping up 

to the library 

above; the 

dining room, 

with wood 

panelling 

which 

originally 

came from 

the Judge’s 

Dressing Room 

at the Old 

Bailey in London. “That could probably tell a few stories!” says Angela, explaining 

that the panelling was bought and installed by the previous owner. 

Displayed on the panelled walls of the dining room are framed original 

property details which tell another story – about the history of this intriguing 

property. Alongside details of the sale of the estate land in 1842, there’s a 

description of an 

auction in 1856. 

By that time the 

1083 acres of land 

came with the 

house, described 

as “a handsome 

stone-built 

residence, newly 

and expensively 

built.” It had been 

constructed two 

years earlier. 

“It was bought 

by the Vicar of Huntley and given to his son as a wedding present,” says Angela. 

The family lived in it until about 1940 but in the meantime, in 1919, 1000 acres 

of the surrounding estate were sold off. 

Now the property faces another change of ownership – Angela and Edwin have 

decided to downsize and move to the West Country. However, the framed details 

came with the house and will remain there, as a record of its fascinating past. 

Favourite things 

When the couple had a new kitchen installed in 2010, they renewed the 

oil-fired Aga, a decision which Angela has revelled in ever since. She is 

also delighted with the bespoke greenhouse which was a present from her 

mother and where she indulges her passion for growing herbs. The enormous, 

traditional walk-in pantry is also a great favourite. Meanwhile Edwin loves 

relaxing in the formal and beautifully decorated drawing room, where he had 

cupboards made to display his collection of porcelain. 

Get the Look 

The Aga chef’s pad is from a range of Aga accessories at Salt and Pepper 

Cook Shop, 31-33 Monnow Street, Monmouth 01600 719339 

www.saltandpepper.co.uk 

Get the Lifestyle 

The four oven Aga is 

from Twyford Cookers of 

Leominster, Units C3-C5, 

Marches Trade Park, 

Brunel Road, Leominster 

Enterprise Park, 

Herefordshire 01568 611124 

www.twyford-cookers.com 

The chair and lamps in the drawing room are from Simply Stunning, The Park, 

Wormelow, Hereford 01981 541144 www.simplystunningfurniture.co.uk 

The tiles in the New Room are from Mandarin Stone, 1, Wonastow Road 

Industrial Estate (East), Monmouth 01600 715444 www.mandarinstone.com 

The chair and tables are from Simply Stunning, as before. 

The Northgates, St Weonards, Herefordshire is on the market for 

£1,200,000 with Roscoe,Rogers and Knight, 3 Agincourt Square, Monmouth 

01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

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PROPERTIES 

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High View, Vine Acre 

Monmouth Property Bureau 01600 719184 

www.monmouthpropertybureau.co.uk 

Price 

£499,950 




schools, size of garden, number of bedrooms - the list central can central heating heating be endless. 



There are very few properties that seem to offer everything and we are all looking for 

that elusive “Goldilocks house” which is just right. Well you may just have found it in 

High View. 

Here is an exceptional four bedroom detached bungalow built circa 1962 situated on 

one of Monmouth’s premier turnings. With the town centre approximately 1 mile away 

you can enjoy the many amenities Monmouth has to offer, including local theatres and 

good range of shops, whilst schools, both independent and state, are also nearby. 

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Where you live in Monmouth is often dictated by your living requirements such as proximity to shops, 

Internally the property boasts a very good sized lounge, ideal for entertaining, two 

bathrooms plus a contemporary wet room, hot air gas central heating and double 

glazing. 

There is scope to alter or extend (subject to planning) and whilst the kitchen, bathroom 

and shower room are a little dated they are very well kept and the wet room is superb. 

The property also boasts attractive wrap around gardens, lovely views, driveway and 

detached garage. 

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49 Wyefield Court, Monmouth 

Good sized 2 bed semi in quiet cul de sac with 

off road parking for two cars. Sitting room, 

conservatory, kitchen, utility, enclosed gardens 

Gas CH EPC C Agency Fees Apply 

£625 PCM 

Our fees undoubtedly offer the best value 

for money in town at 1%*, which 

includes solicitors fees for your sale, 

saving you a minimum of £500. 

So if you are looking for a local, 

independent estate agent offering a flexible, 

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The Northleach, Beaufort Court, 

Very well presented apartment in the heart of 

Monmouth with living room, fully fitted kitchen, 

bathroom with shower over bath, 2 bedrooms, 

Gas C/H, parking. Agency Fees Apply 

£575 PCM 

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The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT 


River Way, Symonds Yat, 

Newly refurbished apartment convenient for 

Monmouth & Ross on Wye with 1 double 

bedroom, kitchen with all appliances, shower 

room, sitting room, parking, Agency Fees Apply 

£475 PCM

Sales: 01600 719184 

Lettings: 01600 719183 

AGINCOURT SQUARE, TOWN CENTRE, £350,000 

NEW DIXTON ROAD, MONMOUTH £399,950 

• 2 Bedrooms 

• Lounge 

• Kitchen/Diner 

• Bathroom 

• En Suite Shower 

• Gardens 

• Parking 

• Leasehold 

• EPC B 


• 3 Reception Rooms 

• Kitchen/Breakfast 

Room 

• Utility Room 

• Study 

• Cloakroom 

• Large Gardens 

• Garage 

• EPC B 

ROCKFIELD ESTATE, MONMOUTH £325,000 

TOWN CENTRE, MONMOUTH £299,950 


• Lounge 

• Dining Room 

• Kitchen/Breakfast 

• Conservatory 

• Cloakroom 

• Bathroom 

• En Suite Shower 

• Integral Garage 

• EPC C 

• Parking 

• Gardens 


• Lounge 

• Dining Room 

• Kitchen 

• Bathroom Ensuite 

• Family Shower 

Room 

• Garage 

• EPC C 

• Cloakroom 

• Central Location 

• Freehold 

OSBASTON, MONMOUTH £150,000 

OVERMONNOW, MONMOUTH £279,950 

• Monmouth Property 

Bureau are delighted 

to offer a building 

plot with permission 


• Permission granted. 

• Sought After Road 

• West Facing 

Gardens 

• 2 Double Bedrooms 

• Lounge/Diner 

• Kitchen 

• Shower Room Suite 

• Inner Lobby 

• Porch 

• Hallway 

• Garage 

• Driveway 


The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT

Sales - Monmouth 




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SSTC 

Kimberly £500,000 

Enjoying a rural location on the periphery of Welsh Newton 

Common, this exceptionally well presented 4 double bedroom 

detached bungalow is set on a south westerly plot of just 

over an acre and comprises formal gardens and an enclosed 

paddock which currently houses livestock. EPC D. 

Glenvale £350,000 

*OPEN HOUSE* Saturday 4th November 10am-12pm. PLEASE CALL TO 

BOOK YOUR TIMESLOT! This beautiful stone built four bedroom semidetached 

family home sits on a lovely plot overlooking the ground of 

Redbrook Rovers football pitch with gardens wrapping around the 

property to the front side and rear. Three receptions rooms that boasts 

plenty of original features. EPC E. 

Duchess Close £220,00 

Set in a pleasant cul-de-sac this two bedroom bungalow has a 

single garage, lots of potential for renovation and is available 

with no chain. EPC E. 

36 Homeforge £62,500 

Offered with no onward chain, this retirement apartment has 

lovely views, attractive communal gardens and a contemporary 

walk in shower room. EPC C. 





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Must 

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38 Homeforge £72,500 

Offered with no onward chain, this retirement apartment 

has lovely views, attractive communal gardens and re-fitted 

kitchen & contemporary walk in shower room. EPC C. 

Wyefield Court £135,000 

Located within walking distance of the town centre, this 

two double bedroom home has a large living / dining room, 

attractive garden and ample off road parking. EPC D. 

Great Hillshone Barn £650,000 

Set in a delightful rural location, yet only a short drive away from 

the historic market town of Monmouth, a stone built barn which 

has been sympathetically and tastefully converted to provide 

a five double bedroom family home with generous grounds, 

enjoying far reaching views over open countryside. EPC D. 

Lady of Lourdes £500,000 

This impressive family home offers over 3600 square feet of 

beautifully presented accommodation. The former chapel was 

converted just over 12 years ago, making full use of the large 

windows and abundance of natural light. EPC E. 

Sales - Chepstow 

Prime 

Location 


Great 

Rail Links 


Under 

Offer 


Bungalow 

St Lawrence Park £290,000 

Well-presented Detached House. Three Bedrooms. Double 

Glazed. Enclosed Rear Garden. Garage and Driveway. Ground 

Floor WC. Catchment to Highly Regarded Schools. Great Links 

to Major Roads. EPC C. 

Siskin Crescent, Rogiet £230,000 

*OPEN HOUSE* Saturday 4th November 2pm-5pm. PLEASE 

CALL TO BOOK YOUR TIMESLOT! Immaculately Presented 

Throughout. Off Road Parking . Well Presented Throughout. 

NEW Kitchen/Diner. Additional Study/Reception Room. Great 

Access to Major Transport Links. EPC D. 

Barnetts Wood £484,950 

Beautifully Presented Detached Property. Large Corner Plot. 

Four Double Bedrooms. Sought After Residential Area Within 

Walking Distance of Chepstow Town Centre. Elevated Position 

with Views. Double Garage. Flexible Living Space. Enclosed 

Sunny Garden. EPC D. 

Wyebank Avenue £279,950 

Extended Semi Detached Bungalow. 3/4 bedrooms (one ensuite). 

Garage Conversion plus storage sheds. Generous off 

road parking on a Corner Plot. Great Access Links to Bristol 

and Midlands. Within Close Proximity to Town Centre. Close to 

Schools and Amenities. EPC D. 


SSTC 

from open house 


Bungalow 


SSTC 


Stunning 

Views 

Bulwark £199,950 

**SIMILAR REQUIRED!** 

End terraced Home in Sought After Location. Three Bedrooms. 

Generous room sizes. Driveway for 2-3 cars. Enclosed Rear 

Garden. Ideal First Time Buy. EPC C. 

Lewis Way £240,000 

Detached Bungalow in Sought After Location. 2 Double 

bedrooms. New carpets throughout. Detached garage. 

Conservatory. Large plot. Updated kitchen. Lovely views. EPC C. 

Elan Way, Caldicot £325,000 

**SIMILAR PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED** Four Bedroom 

Detached. Large Conservatory with Log Burner. Open Plan 

Kitchen/Diner. Garage and Carport Plus Large Driveway. Ideal 

Family Home. Close to Schools. Walking Distance to Town 

Centre. EPC C. 

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. EPC E.

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Meadow Barn, Llanrothal, Monmouthshire 

pa black 01600 714355 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£425,000 


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This immaculately presented grade 2 listed barn conversion is finished to a high standard throughout; 

the exposed beams and arrow slit windows add to its’ character and charm. 

Located in the hamlet of Llanrothal, the property is part of a development of six barn 

conversions, all sharing an orchard and well-kept grounds. Nearby Welsh Newton has 

a village hall which is the hub of activity with various gatherings and classes. Monmouth 

is approximately 6 miles away where there is a wide selection of independent and high 

street shops, as well as supermarkets, doctors and excellent schooling. The A40 gives 

good transport links to both the Midlands, Cardiff and Bristol via the M5. 

The kitchen really is the hub of this home! There is a high specification kitchen fitted 

with granite work surfaces and a range cooker, leading on to the light and airy dining 





space with full height windows 


and double doors on to the garden. There is a separate 

utility with additional storage and integrated washer drier. The cosy living room has 

character with an arrow slit window to the front. Upstairs the master suite occupies 

the second floor, complete with en garage/covered suite and parking parking walk parking in wardrobe. parking On the first floor is the 

second bedroom with large en suite, a double bedroom and a single room along with 

the contemporary bathroom. 

Outside there is a manageable front garden with patio area, a small patio garden to the 

rear, a stone built studio / work space and a large single garage. EPC Exempt. 

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Shangrila, Lllanvair Discoed NP16 6RA 

pa black 01291 630876 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£560,000 

Shangrila is accessed through a generous entrance hall with doors leading to the ground 

floor rooms. The dining room with feature fireplace leads onto the breakfast kitchen that 

benefits from integrated appliances and plenty of space for alternative dining. The first 

floor landing is bright and spacious and leads to the living room which has a feature 

stone fireplace and plenty of natural light and enjoys views out across the rooftops to 

the countryside beyond. The accommodation can be arranged to suit your needs, with 

bedrooms on both the ground and first floor making it ideal for multi-generational living. 



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Set in a very popular village with leisure suite with indoor heated pool, sauna and shower facilities 


and generously sized private garden 

The leisure suite comprises of a heated indoor swimming pool with industrially 

insulated lining, a traditional sauna with wooden benches, shower facilities and space 

for relaxation, all of which leads directly on to the large decked area giving that indoor 

outdoor flow. Set in a generous and mature plot, the property offers privacy and 

seclusion whilst being in the heart of the village. The established rear garden benefits 

from southerly aspect giving sunshine all day with large lawns, mature trees and planting 

as well as an ornamental Japanese garden with koi pond. 

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Hailey, Little Drybrook, Coleford, Glos 

Ferrino 01594 811111 www.ferrino.co.uk 

Price 

£515,000 



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This lovely country cottage is set in the idyllic woodland hamlet of 

Little Drybrook in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. 

This is a truly peaceful rural location with stunning far reaching views over the 

surrounding forest. The original cottage dates back to early 1800. It has been extended 

over time to provide the most comfortable family accommodation. 

This includes two reception rooms, conservatory, modern equipped kitchen/breakfast 

room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. 

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The cottage is presented in very good order throughout. It rests in well-kept gardens 

with a backdrop of natural woodland. Within the grounds is a substantial detached 

There is ample parking space on the drive. A beautiful home, inspiring surroundings, 

a perfect retreat. 

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AWRE, NEWNHAM-ON-SEVERN 

- £850,000 

A handsome Grade II listed country house set in excess of 

four acres of rural countryside in a unique riverside location 

having the advantage of a superb outlook over the River 

Severn. The comfortable period residence is a home of 

character with a story to tell. Once a riverside inn, it catered 

for the requirements of sailors who ‘tied up’ to wait for the 

tide on their journey to Gloucester. To add romance, the 

story goes, it caught the eye of a clergyman who purchased 

the house and renamed it ‘The Priory’. The accommodation 

in the house extends to three spacious reception rooms, hall 

and study, kitchen/breakfast room and five bedrooms. The 

outbuilding has been converted into two delightful well 

appointed, energy efficient holiday cottages, a successful 

business enterprise with a stable established income stream. 

For anyone interested in a self-sufficient lifestyle, the site is 

also a registered smallholding. This is a rare opportunity to 

purchase an historic country property in a truly stunning 

location. 

ELTON, NEWNHAM-ON- 

SEVERN - £650,000 

This delightful property is set in four acres of idyllic 

countryside on the edge of the Forest of Dean, 

approximately 10 miles south of Gloucester City, a 

genuinely peaceful and private location. The acreage 

surrounds the house bordered on one side by a small 

stream, stables and outbuilding are close by. The original 

cottage is believed to be three hundred years old, it has 

been extended over time to create the most comfortable 

and practical open plan living environment. There are 

four spacious reception rooms, the breakfast room boasts 

a fabulous beamed ceiling, kitchen, boot room and three 

double bedrooms. Heating costs are supplemented by 

income generating solar panels. The ground is divided 

into formal garden, an orchard producing perry pears 

and fenced paddocks. A superb country retreat in a 

beautiful location. 

RODLEY, WESTBURY-ON- 

SEVERN - £610,000 

This beautiful barn conversion is a fine example 

of a Tudor building, tastefully converted to a high 

specification to create a unique and desirable lifestyle 

opportunity. The combination of traditional architecture 

and modern contemporary interior design achieves 

a marvellous sense of space and light throughout this 

comfortable home. A particular feature of this four 

bedroom Barn is the spacious first floor sitting room. 

It is here where the impressive exposed original roof 

structure can be fully appreciated. The property also 

benefits from a separate self-contained Cottage which 

is either an ideal guest wing or for letting with the 

associated income stream. The Barn sits in a quarter acre 

plot with plenty of parking, located some eight miles 

south of Gloucester City. A truly individual property in 

a lovely tranquil setting. 

HIGH STREET, NEWNHAM- 

ON-SEVERN - £599,500 

The Ship Inn is a landmark property situated in the 

popular and historic High Street of Newnham on Severn, 

Gloucestershire. Planning permission has been granted for 

an exciting development. The new development consists 

of a four bedroomed (two en-suite), two storey house; an 

attached one bedroomed apartment with separate entrance; 

a detached one bedroomed house, garden together with two 

parking spaces and a five bedroomed (two en-suite) three 

storey house; an attached two bedroomed, two bathroom, 

mainly ground floor house with a separate entrance, garden 

and two parking spaces. The plans for conversion to the 

proposed layout are available from the Forest of Dean 

planning website, reference number P1262/16/LBC and 

P1263/16/LBC. This represents a unique opportunity to 

create either a large private residence, or an investment 

to generate a significant revenue stream from long term 

residential or holiday letting. 

STATION ROAD, MILKWALL - 

£475,000 

This impressive period property is set in a formal landscaped 

garden on the outskirts of Coleford Town in the heart 

of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is a beautifully 

presented home of much character, stylishly dressed and 

finished with great attention to detail. This, combined 

with generously proportioned, high ceiling rooms creates 

a considerable sense of space and positively radiates a calm 

and restful atmosphere. There are three reception rooms 

including a fabulous sitting room with sufficient floor space 

for a grand piano and a very intimate formal dining room. 

There is a well-appointed kitchen with plenty of storage. 

Two of the five bedrooms are en-suite, there are a further 

two bathrooms. The two storey detached garage building 

presents an opportunity to create additional living space if 

required. There is parking space for a number of vehicles. 

This is an individual property of character and style, a very 

desirable family home. 

THE PATCHES, RUARDEAN 

WOODSIDE - £375,000 

Greenacres is a detached property situated in the peaceful 

rural community of Ruardean Woodside in the heart of the 

Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. This location benefits from 

a superb far reaching outlook over the surrounding Forest. 

The bungalow has been extended to create a comfortable 

and spacious family home. A major benefit is the reduced 

heating cost derived from income generating solar panels. 

The accommodation includes a large sitting room, a good 

size kitchen/family room, study, separate utility room, 

three bedrooms, master en-suite and a family bathroom. 

Outbuildings include the summer house/gym and purpose 

built workshop. The garden has a sheltered south west 

facing aspect, there is ample parking space. The village 

hall and primary school are in walking distance. Peace and 

tranquillity, an unspoiled location and friendly community. 

An ideal family home. The property is offered for sale with 

‘No Onward Chain’. 

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Help to Buy ISAs 

A great way to help get you on the property ladder! 

by Sue Drew of Dobbs & Drew 

If you are saving to buy your first home a great way to save is to use a Help to Buy ISA. 

For every £200 you save you will receive a government top up of £50 as they will give you 25% bonus. 

The maximum government bonus you can receive is £3,000. 

The Help to Buy ISA is available from a range of banks, building societies and 

the accounts are available to each first-time buyer of a property so if you are 

buying with a partner and you are both first time buyers you could receive a 

government bonus of up to £6,000 towards your first home. 

To start your account in your first month you can deposit a lump sum of up to 

£1,200. You can save up to £200 a month into your ISA from month two. 

There is a minimum bonus on offer of £400 meaning that you need to have saved 

at least £1,600 into your Help to Buy ISA before you can claim your bonus. The 

maximum government bonus you can receive is £3,000 – to receive that, you need to 

have saved £12,000. 

As your Property Lawyer, we will claim the bonus for you from the government as 

close as possible to completion of your purchase. The bonus will be put towards the 

cost of your home but cannot be used for the deposit, legal fees or any other indirect 

costs associated with buying a home. 

To qualify for a Help to Buy ISA and a government bonus you must: 

- be 16 or over and have a valid National Insurance number 

- be a UK resident 

- be a first-time buyer and not own a property anywhere in the world 

- choose a property to buy in the UK which has a purchase price of up to £250,000 

(£450,000 in London) 

- be purchasing with the aid of a mortgage 

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Pwll Y Cwm, Rockfield, NP25 5SZ 

Powells 01600 714140 www.powellsrural.co.uk 

Pwll Y Cwm offers a unique opportunity to acquire a stunning period country residence, 

which has the additional benefit of a stunning events barn with the ability to generate 

an attractive income. 

This superb property is located in a quiet rural position, on the outskirts of the small 

village of Rockfield, yet offers good accessibility to nearby Monmouth and Abergavenny. 

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The property is entered via private electric entrance gates leading to a gravelled parking 

area to the front of Pwll Y Cwm Barn. A further tree lined gravel driveway leads to the 

front of Pwll Y Cwm itself. 

To the front of the property there is an attractive turning circle and plentiful parking for 

a number of vehicles. 

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Appointments are free of charge and will be held on: 

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Upton Bishop Millennium Village Hall 

Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7TU 

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Chepstow 

Monmouth 

Usk 

Ross-on-Wye 

Abergavenny 

Newport 

Forest of Dean 

LLANGWM - NR USK 

Approached via a long sweeping gravelled driveway sits Ty Gobaith, an outstanding 

individually designed bungalow sitting within beautiful gardens on a plot size of approx 

3/4 of an acre bordered by a stream and just 4 miles from Usk. The property is 

approached via an arched portico giving a Mediterranean feel to the entrance & has 

exposed external stonework. The accommodation is extremely spacious and built to an 

excellent specification & offers ideal family accommodation. Versatile layout with 4 

double bedrooms off an inner hallway, 2 main receps, a large recreation room, a day 

room/snug, well fitted kitchen & utility room. A particular feature is the mature garden 

with attractive terraces. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672212 £647,500 

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 

Cheltenham 

Bristol 

Cardiff 

London 

MONMOUTH 

Interesting opportunity to acquire a four bedroom house with incorporated 

annexe. Along with planning permission to extend the main house and 

remove the annexe and in place, build a brand new detached dwelling. The 

convenient and sought after position enjoys an attractive rear garden along 

with extensive driveway and detached double garage. Ideal for family dual 

occupancy or a development project. EPC Rating: D 

HEREFORDSHIRE 

Substantial single storey property situated in semi rural village. Providing 

extensive well proportioned family living accommodation along with potential 

self contained guest suite and additional versatile open plan designed 

extension ideal for entertaining. Offering minimum 5 Bedrooms. Integral 

Garage and mature, attractive lawned garden. EPC Rating: F 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £588,000 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £499,000

Regionally 

32 offices 

throughout 

the south west 

DRAETHEN - NEAR CARDIFF 

A unique opportunity to acquire this stunning contemporary home which has 

been total refurbished and extended to a particularly high standard by the 

current vendors. Standing in 14 acres of garden and grounds, this beautiful 

spacious home is also ideal for equestrian and country pursuits having the 

benefits of fishing rights, stable block with feed store, tack room and wc, access 

to country walks, own private woodland and lakes. There is also a detached 

coach house with double garage and one bed apartment above with consent 

to be extended to a 3 bed detached house with double garage. EPC Rating: D 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 £1,900,000 

LLANVACHES 

A substantial converted old stone barn, situated in a glorious unspoilt setting amidst 

country lanes yet less than 6 miles from the M4. Converted some 30 years ago there is 

scope to update some of the fittings and possibly amalgamate some rooms but this is a 

substantial family house offering spacious very flexible accommodation of charm and 

character with enormous potential. There is an impressive hall with galleried landing, 3 

main reception rooms, large kitchen and gymnasium/sauna. The 5/6 bedrooms, with 2 

en-suite, include a superb huge master suite. There are very pretty gardens with a lovely 

sunny courtyard to the rear. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 £690,000 

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ASTON CREWS, LEA 

A superb conversion of a Grade II Listed barn into a home of great character 

and quality, situated on the outskirts of the village of Lea. The spacious 

accommodation features a 20' Dining Hall, a 20' Drawing Room and a 20' 

Family Room. In addition you will find a Breakfast Kitchen, Utility Room, fitted 

Cloakroom, four well proportioned Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. There 

are delightful gardens and parking is under cover of a double garage, with 

additional parking alongside. EPC Rating: Exempt 

THREE ASHES 

A beautiful grade II Listed barn conversion full of character, offering excellent 

living accommodation, beautiful surroundings and easy access to the market 

towns of Ross on Wye and Monmouth. The property benefits from 4 good 

sized double bedrooms, 2 en-suites and family bathroom. There are 3 

generous reception rooms, kitchen and utility. Outside are pleasant gardens, a 

double car port with store room and plenty of parking. EPC Rating: Exempt 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £565,000 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £650,000

4 2 3 D 

3 2 1 C 

3 1 1 F 

5 3 3 B 

CHEPSTOW - TUTSHILL 

Much improved mature family house 

Popular & convenient area, good views 

4 beds (1 en-suite), consent to extend 

Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62 

Offers over £500,000 

TUTSHILL - CHEPSTOW 

Detached 3 bed family house 

Very popular location 

Single garage plus off road parking 


£285,000 

CHEPSTOW - WOODCROFT 

Refurbished 3 bed period cottage 

Village setting, 2 miles Chepstow 

Courtyard garden, useful office/studio 


Guide price £345,000 

LLANMARTIN 

Modern detached 5 bed three storey family home 

End of quiet cul-de-sac in popular area 

Stunning rural location, excellent countryside views 


£445,000 

4 2 2 D 

2 1 1 B 

2 1 1 D 

4 1 3 Exempt 

PWLLMEYRIC, CHEPSTOW 

Individually designed large family home 

Large attractive wrap around gardens 

Very popular location, easy access to motorway 


£499,950 

CHEPSTOW - TUTSHILL 

Ground floor 2 bed flat in popular area 

Very convenient to all amenities 

Dedicated parking space 


£184,950 

CHEPSTOW 

Well presented 2 bed detached bungalow 

Very popular location 

Level private gardens to the rear 


£295,995 

CHEPSTOW TOWN CENTRE 

Grade II listed terraced 4/5 bed house 

Small courtyard garden 

Edge of Town location 



2 2 2 E 

3 2 2 D 

5 4 3 C 

4 2 2 F 

HEWELSFIELD 

Well presented 2 bed bungalow 

Large gardens, spectacular views 

Extensive parking plus garage 


£399,500 

SHIRENEWTON 

Extended 3 bed detached house 

Popular village location 

Attractive gardens to front & rear 



BROCKHOLLANDS - BREAM 

Substantial 4 bed house in idyllic location 

With 1 bed annexe 

No onward chain 


£525,000 

TINTERN - LOWER WYE VALLEY 

Home and retail unit in famous beauty spot 

Excellent shop & two large 2 bed flats 

Attractive garden, outbuildings & parking 


£425,000 

4 3 2 New 

1 1 1 C 

4 3 4 D 

1 1 1 C 

BLAENAVON - PLOT 24 

Substantial 4-bed family home 

Welcoming lobby and hallway 

High specification, granite worktops 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

Offers in the region of £274,950 

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 

Offers over £69,950 

LLANFRECHFA 

Situated in an Exclusive Quiet Cul de Sac 

Well proportioned 4 double bedroomed family home 

Double Garage & Enclosed Rear Garden 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£450,000 

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 

Offers in the region of £205,000 

Associated Park Lane office

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4 Tubular Cottages, Tutshill, Chepstow 

Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com 

Price 

£299,000 



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bathroom 

bathroom 



bathroom 




parking 


1 2 1 

This charming three bedroomed mid terraced cottage has been completely refurbished by the current Vendor 


to a very high standard and is situated within the very popular area of Tutshill. 

The property comprises entrance hall, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom, three 

bedrooms (bedroom 1 with en-suite). There is parking for two cars and a garage. 

To the front the property is approached via steps up to a paved path leading to a further 

patio/paved area and steps up to the front door. 

The elevated front garden is gravelled for ease of maintenance. The level rear gardens are 

a particular feature comprising patio/barbecue area ideal for al-fresco dining together 

with brick-built barbecue, lawns, mature shrub borders and leading to a summer house/ 

gym/Mstudio with rubber flooring, opening hatch to the front over decking area, power 

and light. Double glazed window and patio doors onto decking to the fore. 

To the rear of the summer house is a further lawn and patio area and the garage with 

electronically operated roller door, power and light. Accessed to the rear of the property 

from the Martins Estate. There is parking to the fore for two cars with a gated entrance. 

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Ty Gobaith, Llangwm, Monmouthshire 

Fine & Country 01291 672212 www.fineandcountry.com 

Approached via a long sweeping gravelled driveway 

sits Ty Gobaith, Millbrook which is an outstanding 

individually designed modern village bungalow sitting 

within beautiful landscaped gardens on a plot size of 

approximately ¾ of an acre bordered by a stream and 

just four miles from Usk. The property is approached 

via an arched portico giving a Mediterranean feel to the 

entrance and has exposed external stonework. 

Offers based on 

£647,500 

bedroom 

4/5 

bedroomliving room etc living room etc 

The accommodation offered is extremely spacious, 


extending to approximately 4,000 sq feet and built 

to an excellent specification and offering ideal family 

accommodation. Versatile layout with four double 

bedrooms off an inner hallway, two main reception 

rooms, a large recreation room large enough for a full size 

snooker table, a day room/snug particularly well fitted 

kitchen and separate utility room. 

central heatingcentral heating 


bathroom 

bathroom 


bathroom 





parking 


3 2 2 

Extremely spacious village bungalow with versatile accommodation and superb landscaped mature gardens 

A particular feature of the property is the mature well 


tended garden with several attractive terraces. Whilst the 

property has a double garage it also has side access for 

separate parking plus the rear driveway also has space 

garage/covered garage/covered parking parking parking parking 

ideal for caravan/boat etc. Whilst set in a pleasant village 

community, the A449 just outside Usk is only about three 

miles away with access to the M4 at Newport and M50 

at Ross on Wye. 

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bedroom 


Great House Farm, Earlswood, Chepstow 

Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com 

Price 

£1,000,000 





bathroom 


The property has benefitted from further extensions, the main part being added in around 1900. 




5 

5 5 

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bathroom 





Great House Farm was once a Welsh Longhouse, parts of which we are advised date back to 1633. 

Set amidst the lush and verdant countryside of Monmouthshire, the property stands at 

the end of a private driveway in a small enclave in an elevated position commanding 

stunning views of the local countryside and over Wentwood. This impressive property 

which has five bedrooms and generous reception rooms has had the benefit of a re-fitted 

kitchen with cream units and black granite worksurfaces. 

The property has three cellars and retains many of the original and unique features. 

Great House Farm is a superb property for entertaining with two kitchens. There are 

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many spaces for guests to spread out into. The layout of the property makes it flexible 

and with two staircases and two kitchens there could be scope for the creation of an 

annexe for different family groups to live together enjoying their own space. Whilst 

Great House Farm is set in a tranquil rural location, it is within easy reach of nearby 

towns and cities as well as the M4 motorway. 

For those with equestrian interests, the property also has the benefit of excellent hacking 

in Wentwood Forest and surrounding lanes. 

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River View, Chepstow 

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

Offers over 

£229,950 



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bathroom 

bathroom 

bathroom 


2 1 2 


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Well presented property in sought after and convenient location with modern kitched installed in 2016, 


modern bathroom and landscaped gardens. Viewing highly recommended. 

To the ground floor reception hall with stairs off to first 

floor landing and door to living room which is open to the 

dining area with door out to the landscaped rear garden. 

Open from the dining area to the modern kitchen which 

was installed in 2016. To the first floor three bedrooms 

and modern family bathroom. Outside low maintenance 

garden to the front elevation, landscaped gardens to the 

rear. 

Kitchen installed in 2016 to include a matching range of 

base and eye level storage units plus pull out integrated 

recyclable multi bin system. One and a half bowl stainless 

steel sink and mixer tap set into granite effect work 

surfaces, all with tiled splashbacks. Built-in fan assisted 

electric oven. Four ring electric hob set into worksurface, 

tiled splashback, stainless steel extractor hood and 

lighting over. Integrated fridge/freezer. Integrated 

dishwasher. Plumbing and space for automatic washing 

machine. Breakfast bar. Double glazed window to rear 

elevation. 

To the front elevation, loose stone chipped for ease of 

maintenance with stocked borders. To the rear, landscaped 

gardens with sun terrace. Selection of maturing shrubs 

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and bushes to borders. Raised paved sun terrace. Fence 

to boundary. 

Gate to rear courtyard with allocated parking. There is 

further allocated parking to the front of the property. 

The property itself is excellently located with level access 

into the market town of Chepstow with its attendant 

range of facilities. 

Junior and comprehensive schools are close at hand as 

are bus and rail links, the A48, M48 and M4 motorway 

network bringing Newport, Cardiff and Bristol within 

easy commuting distance.

Sales & Lettings Agent 

Open 7 days per week 

No Sale - No Fee 

Free Valuations 

Chepstow Office Tel: 01291 629292 

HOWELLS ROW, CHEPSTOW 

• CHARACTER COTTAGE CLOSE TO TOWN CENTRE 

• ONE DOUBLE BEDROOM 

• LIVING ROOM 

• MODERN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R - E 

£139,950 

HILLBARN VIEW, PORTSKEWETT 

• IMMACULATELY PRESENTED PROPERTY 

• TWO BEDROOMS 

• MODERN KITCHEN WITH SUN ROOM/DINING ROOM OFF 

• MODERN BATHROOM 

• GARAGE AND PARKING 

£174,950 

WINTOUR CLOSE, CHEPSTOW 

• IMMACULATELY PRESENTED DETACHED PROPERTY 

• THREE BEDROOMS 

• MODERN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM INSTALLED IN 2014 

• CONSERVATORY 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R - D 

£309,950 

COTTAGE VIEW, DEVAUDEN 

• SPACIOUS DETACHED FAMILY HOME 

• FOUR BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE 

• TWO GENEROUS RECEPTION ROOMS PLUS CONSERVATORY 

• DOUBLE GARAGE 

• OFF ROAD PARKING AND ENCLOSED REAR GARDENS 

• E.E.R - D 

£449,950 

CROSS KEYS COURT, TUTSHILL 

• SUPERB FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT 

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING 

• INTEGRATED APPLIANCES TO KITCHEN 

• ONE BEDROOM 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN 

£124,950 

PLOT AT WHIRLS END, SEDBURY 

• INDIVIDUAL BUILDING PLOTS 

• SITUATED WITHIN A STUNNING LOCATION, VIEWS OVER COUNTRYSIDE 

• EACH DETACHED PROPERTY COMPRISING OF 4 BEDROOMS 

• BENEFITING FROM OPEN PLAN SOCIAL FAMILY SPACE 

• OFFERING GENEROUS OUTSIDE SPACE WITH EACH PLOT 

• PLANNING REFERENCE P0454/17/FUL 

£199,950 

USK ROAD, SHIRENEWTON 

• EXTENDED SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY 

• FOUR BEDROOMS 

• LIVING ROOM 

• KITCHEN AND UTILITY ROOM 

• DINING/SITTING ROOM 

£299,950 

BROADHURST, CHEPSTOW 

• CHARACTERFUL DETACHED PROPERTY 

• FULLY REFURBISHED THROUGHOUT TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD 

• FOUR BEDROOMS, TWO OF WHICH WITH EN-SUITE FACILITIES 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS AND SEPARATE KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 

• PARKING FOR NUMEROUS VEHICLES 

• E.E.R - D 

£599,950 

Magor/Undy Area 

Tel: 01633 745396 

Chepstow Lettings Office 

Tel: 01291 624881 

GWY COURT, CHEPSTOW 

• GROUND FLOOR ONE BED FLAT 

• SEPARATE KITCHEN 

• ALLOCATED PARKING 

• AVAILABLE 22ND NOVEMBER 

• EPC RATING - C 

£550.00 PCM 

LEWIS WAY, THORNWELL 

• COACH HOUSE STYLE ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT 

• SEPARATE LIVING ROOM AND KITCHEN 

• TWO OFF ROAD PARKING SPACES 

• AVAILABLE NOW 

• EPC RATING - D 

£550.00 PCM 

KEATS ROAD, CALDICOT 

• EXTENDED TWO BEDROOM HOME 

• GARDEN TO THE REAR 

• OFF ROAD PARKING 


• EPC RATING 

£575.00 PCM 

KIPLING ROAD, CALDICOT 

• SEMI DETACHED TWO BEDROOM HOME 

• SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM AND SEPARATE DINING ROOM 

• GARDENS FRONT AND REAR 


• EPC RATING - E 

£625.00 PCM 

THE COACH HOUSE, CHEPSTOW 

• ERIOD THREE STOREY TWO BEDROOM HOME 

• SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION CLOSE TO RIVER 

• MODERN KITCHEN AND BATHROOM 

• AVAILABLE 21ST NOVEMBER 


£675.00 PCM 

THE MARTINS, TUTSHILL 

• SEMI DETACHED THREE BEDROOM HOME 

• SEPARATE LIVING ROOM 

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / DINING ROOM 

• AVAILABLE 15TH SEPTEMBER 


£750.00 PCM 

JAMES STEPHENS WAY, THORNWELL 

• THREE BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED HOME 

• SOUGHT AFTER CONVENIENT LOCATION 

• SIDE DRIVEWAY AND SINGLE GARAGE 


• EPC RATING - C 

£795.00 PCM 

SCHOOL HILL, CHEPSTOW 

• THREE BEDROOM END LINK TOWN HOUSE 

• FIRST FLOOR LIVING ROOM 

• DOUBLE GLAZING AND GAS CENTRAL HEATING 



£850.00 PCM 

www.thinkmoon.co.uk

26 NEWS 

NAEA Propertymark 

(National Association of Estate Agents) 

issues its September Housing Report 

House-buying process 

• As the Government announces it will consult on the home-buying and selling 

process, the NAEA Propertymark September Housing Report reveals that last 

month, eight in 10 (79 per cent) agents confirmed that the home-buying process is 

outdated. 

Demand for housing 

• In September, the number of house hunters registered at estate agents rose to the 

highest level seen since March this year, with 394 on average per branch 

• This number was up from 343 in August and 347 in July. 

Number of house hunters registered per branch from September 2016-2017 

Supply of properties and sales agreed 

• The number of properties available to buy on estate agents’ books increased from 37 

in August, to 41 in September – the highest number recorded since March this year. 

Sales agreed and the proportion made to 

first-time buyers (FTBs) 

• Despite the fact that both supply and demand for properties increased in 

September, the number of sales agreed remained flat, with an average of eight 

agreed per branch – the same as July and August 

• The proportion of sales made to FTBs was 23 per cent in September, which is also 

the same as the previous two months. 

Mark Hayward, Chief Executive, NAEA Propertymark said: “The Government’s 

announcement last weekend that it will consult to reform the home-buying process 

couldn’t come soon enough, and we welcome it. Our findings show that estate agents 

agree, and would welcome changes to ensure the process for buying and selling is 

brought into the twenty first century. The current prolonged process means sales 

are stagnating despite the fact that the supply of housing is up, and there is growing 

demand. Hopefully we will see activity pick up marginally in the short term, when 

properties which are being marketed now are taken off the market and pushed 

through, so buyers can be in before Christmas.” 

Moving Times 

New research undertaken by estate agent lead generation specialists,The ValPal Network, 

has revealed the average time it takes to move home in the UK. 

Previous research on the home moving process 

only measures from when the property is ‘on 

the market’, which is currently approximately 2 

months according to Rightmove. The new data takes 

the seller’s consideration period into account, including 

making the decision to sell and choosing an estate 

agent, giving a unique insight how long the whole 

moving process takes from start to finish. 

The ValPal Network’s data analysis encompasses over 

4,100 estate agents that use the instant online valuation 

tool, and has revealed that over the last year (October 

2016 – October 2017) it has taken on average 201 days 

to move home. This figure has been measured across 

54,000 completions, from the point at which someone 

values their home online to when it appears as sold on 

the Land Registry. 

The research (infographic attached) also shows 

that it takes on average 58 days from valuation for a 

vendor to choose an agent and get a property ‘on the 

market’, 62 days to sell (according to Rightmove), 

then around 81 days to arrange the conveyancing and 

finance (according to MyHomeMove, the UK’s largest 

conveyancer). 

Analysis of home sales since 2015 shows that on 

average it is getting quicker to sell your home. Although 

figures in 2017 have slowed a little in comparison to the 

previous year, this could be due to a number of factors, 

including tentative buyers and sellers caused by looming 

Brexit and the snap General Election earlier this year. 

What’s more, 2016’s impressive figures could have been 

affected by the rush of buy-to-let investors and second 

home purchasers looking to acquire property before the 

April introduction of a 3% stamp duty surcharge. 

• 2015; average 278 days 

• 2016; average 194 days 

Craig Vile, Director at the ValPal Network said, “Our 

data shows that on average the home moving process 

is speeding up and becoming more efficient. Advances 

in technology have definitely played a role here. This 

is critical information for agents as it shows an all 

important ‘window of opportunity’ from the point at 

which a vendor values their house and shows intent to 

sell and then chooses an agent. 

The ValPal Network is using technology to help 

estate and letting agents speak to more prospective 

clients. The offer of an instant online valuation is 

appealing to the consumer as everyone wants to know 

the value of their home. Our tech is all about traffic 

conversion and the more traffic an agent drives to their 

valuation tool, the more leads they will generate. 

Home movers - particularly millennials - now 

want to be able to carry out their valuations, property 

searches or obtain mortgage advice out of traditional 

working hours. Technology is helping estate agents, 

mortgage brokers and other property firms to adapt to 

these changes and provide the modern consumer with 

the 24/7 service they desire.”

ADVICE 

27 

Property 

Q&A 

Wyn Williams, Partner & Head of Residential Property at 

Harding Evans Solicitors in Newport answers your property questions. 

QI am buying my first home and my parents 

are gifting me the deposit. Do I need to 

disclose this to the solicitor? 

AYes, a solicitor would need to be aware of 

this as the solicitor would need to advise 

the lender that not all funds for the purchase 

are coming from your own resources. This can 

be frustrating as 99% of the time the lender is 

already aware, however as it is not normally 

stated on the mortgage offer the solicitor would 

still have to refer to the lender. The sooner you 

make your solicitor aware of the circumstances 

the sooner the point can be dealt with avoiding 

last minute delays. 

QI currently own a property with my exhusband. 

We have separated and there 

is no court order in place. We have agreed to 

transfer the property to my sole name and I will 

not pay him anything for his share. Do I have to 

pay stamp duty? 

AIf there is no court order in place stamp 

duty will be payable on half of the 

outstanding mortgage on the property. Care 

should be taken if you own other properties as 

you may get caught by the additional higher 

rate of stamp duty. People are often unaware of 

this position when transferring properties. 

QHow do I know which boundary is mine 

to maintain at my property? 

ABoundary maintenance will all depend 

on what is stated within the title to the 

property or the old title deeds. Even after 

checking the title to the property it may not 

actually state who is responsible for which 

boundary! If there is nothing in the title or the 

deeds extra care should be taken before carrying 

out any works to avoid any boundary dispute 

and always consult with your neighbours. 

QI am selling my property and I replaced 

windows in 2005. I cannot get hold of the 

installer and have misplaced my paperwork. 

The buyer’s solicitor is asking for a building 

regulations completion certificate or an 

indemnity policy – help! 

AFirst port of call would be to establish 

if the installer was FENSA or CERTAS 

registered. If so a duplicate certificate can be 

obtained. If not the fastest and easiest way and 

most often used in transactions is to take out 

and indemnity insurance policy. The policy will 

not cover the buyer for the quality of the work 

and will only cover them if the local authority 

decided to take enforcement action. Any 

approach to the local authority would null and 

void the policy. 

Harding Evans has a wealth of experience in 

both commercial and residential property and 

we are supported by the latest case management 

systems and established processes to ensure that 

your move proceeds smoothly. 

If you have any questions regarding buying 

or selling a property or you’re looking for a 

conveyancing quote – please get in touch 

with one of our specialist solicitors today on 

01633 235140. 

HardingEvans are a multi-disciplinary law 

firm with an expert residential property 

team who specialise in buying, selling and 

re-mortgages with fixed-fee rates and no 

hidden costs. 

QUOTE: PROPDROP 

Please get in touch at: 

conveyancing@hevans.com, 01633 235140, 

2 North Street, Newport, NP201TE 

*While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided above, it does not 

constitute legal advice and cannot be relied upon as such. Please seek legal advice for your individual case.

28 ADVICE 

Top tips to help you sell 

your home in winter 

With the weather turning and the nights drawing in, eMoov.co.uk highlights the top tips for 

home sellers who are looking to put their home on the market this winter. 

Although the summer months are traditionally the best time 

to put a home up for sale, the lead up to Christmas and after 

New Year can also be a busy period so eMoov’s tips will help 

maximise the selling potential for people selling over the winter period. 

Light It Up 

Getting as much light in the space as possible is crucial in creating 

a light, more open space. This can be achieved by keeping blinds and 

curtains open, as 

well as turning 

on lamps and 

overhead lights 

throughout the 

property. If there 

is access to a 

fireplace, then use 

it because a roaring 

fire will make the 

home both cozy 

and lit up. 

If the sale 

is within an 

acceptable 

timeframe from 

Christmas, it would be in the seller’s best interest to decorate in a 

tasteful and not tacky manner. This will help showcase the property by 

bringing to life the otherwise plain nooks and crannies. 

Heat It Up 

The heat should be up a few degrees higher than usual to warm 

viewers up from the cooler outdoors, which will create a cozy and 

welcoming atmosphere that will help people relax during their viewing. 

Colour to Season 

A fresh paint job is always a good idea and as always it is good to 

go neutral as it enables the buyer to picture the space as their own and 

does not put them off with any garish colour schemes. But use a warmer 

shade or something autumnal over a crisp white for this time of the 

year. If an extra is needed, a throw blanket over a sofa will only enhance 

the cozy decor. 

No Dogs, No Scented Candles, No Clutter. As always, remove 

all negative or potentially offensive smells. Animals can turn some 

buyers off whatever the weather, but the smell of a wet dog is far more 

noticeable than usual. Plus, it’s common for people to have allergies or 

sensitivities to scents, so no candles or deodorizers before viewings. You 

might think your festive candle is a dream, but someone with different 

tastes may be deterred. 

The smell of freshly baked bread is said to “help sell your home” 

although it is widely believed this is somewhat of a wives tale. However, 

some homemade cake or mince pies are always a welcome winter treat 

to accompany a hot cup of tea. 

Putting boots, shoes and jacket away in a closet is necessary, as well 

as reorganising rooms to have the appearance of being larger without 

being empty. Any carpets should get a deep clean before the property 

goes on the market and it goes without saying that a home should be 

consistently tidy. 

Showcase Out of Season Features 

Summer photos are a must to showcase what the property looks 

like in different light, especially with a garden. A photo album with all 

the wonderful features during warmer months is a good idea to entice 

potential buyers about what to look forward to in warmer weather. 

Even in the winter months, the outdoor space is a sought after 

feature and needs to look great. Make sure you clear any leaves, mow 

the lawn and at least keep the flower beds in check despite having no 

beautiful flowers at this time of year. Make sure any outdoor storage is 

neat and tidy and turn on any working floodlights to help showcase the 

outdoor space during long dark nights. 

Get Your House In Order: 

DIY and Weather Put Offs 

Fix any shaky windows because it will eliminate any leaks and 

noises from the wind while people are walking through during rainy 

and windy days. If there are any other issues that need fixing, it is best 

to be honest with the buyer because they will likely want to make some 

repairs when they move in. 

In the event of snow, clear a pathway to walk to the house and have 

a mat at the door to eliminate water or snow being dragged through 

the property. It 

is also wise to 

keep an eye out 

for ice because a 

potential buyer 

falling and hurting 

themselves before 

even making it 

to the door is 

guaranteed to put 

them off. 

Russell Quirk, 

founder and 

CEO of eMoov. 

co.uk, had this 

to say: “Although 

warmer months are a more popular time of year to sell a home, there are 

several features that can be showcased in colder months that will attract 

potential buyers. 

Before investing in a property, it is a good idea to know what to 

expect throughout the entire year, which is why seeing a property in the 

winter is an excellent first impression because then there are high hopes 

for some of the outdoor features during the summer months.”

ADVICE 

29 

The importance of maintaining 

a safe heating system 

Mark manages Capsel’s Gas and Heating 

team. He explains the importance of 

maintaining a safe heating system through 

the winter months. 

“As the cold weather begins to bite, we’ll all be 

turning our central heating systems back on to keep 

us warm through the months ahead. And of course, 

keeping your central heating system running as 

effectively and safely as possible is of paramount 

importance. 

“It’s important to have all your gas appliances 

serviced regularly and safety checked every year. 

Unsafe gas appliances can put you at risk from 

carbon monoxide poisoning – which can be fatal. 

“The nights are drawing in quickly and there’s already a real nip in the air, 

there’s no doubt about it - winter is on the way!” 

“We recommend you have an audible carbon 

monoxide alarm in your home and that you always use a Gas Safe registered engineer 

to fit, fix and service your gas and heating appliances. It’s really not worth taking the 

risk.” 

Dewi, Mark and Lee – our Three Engineers! 

“With Capsel you get the best of both worlds – a 

small, local business with friendly staff at the end of 

the phone but with the knowledge, accreditations 

and expertise of a big company.” 

Our one-off boiler service is just £55 and we 

offer a brand new boiler with full installation from 

just £1,450. Or get covered for the whole year with 

our boiler cover package which is just £15 per 

month. 

We also offer a Landlord gas safety certificate 

and check for just £16 per month (includes boiler 

service and visual check of all additional appliances 

+ certificate). 

Call our friendly team on 0333 207 9000 or 

email info@capsel.co.uk to book an appointment. 

To find out more about all Capsel services and what we can do for you visit www. 

capsel.co.uk. 

Gas & heating services designed to suit you 

Get your gas and heating system safe 

and ready for winter with Capsel 

One-off boiler 

service 

New boiler 

installation 

Capsel 

boiler cover 

Landlords safety 

certificate 

£55 

£1,450 

£15 

per month 

£55 

Terms & conditions apply 

T: 0333 207 9000 • E: info@capsel.co.uk • www.capsel.co.uk 

MHA0731

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PROPERTIES 

bedroom 


91 Hereford Road, Monmouth 

Newland Rennie 01600 712916 www.newlandrennie.com 

The property is on the market for the first time in 50 

years and offers flexible accommodation as either one 

house or as a house and separate annex. 

The nearby town of Monmouth provides a comprehensive 

Price 

£425,000 



range of amenities with its excellent private and state 

educational facilities and its wide range of national 

retailers with many family run shops. 

The property is in an elevated position taking advantage 

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Situated in a sought after location on the edge of Monmouth town, this attractive stone built semi detached 


period property with attached annex has a wealth of original features. 

parking 

parking 

of the wonderful westerly views to the Black Mountains. 

Outside is a driveway with parking and gardens to the 

front and rear. 

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 

planning, including: advice on property ownership; establishing a trust or formal 

agreement where property is jointly owned, a financial contribution made or sharing 

occupation with others; and dealing with issues relating to your property on being 

admitted into care or on your death or the death of a joint owner. 

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87 Monnow Street, Monmouth NP25 • 01600 712916 

Lower Maerdy FarM, Near Usk 

A substantial detached period farmhouse providing large, spacious rooms 

with a wealth of character including oak beams and trusses and flagstone 

floors. The farmhouse benefits from a detached garage, extensive gardens, 

orchard and field extending to four acres. The property is the main house in a 

courtyard setting with three other barn conversions. Lower Maerdy Farm is full 

of character and retains many of its original features and provides excellent 

accommodation including a large farmhouse kitchen, dining room, sitting 

room, garden room and porch/conservatory, utility room and wet room. 

£750,000 

st Marys street, MoNMoUth 

Three storey period townhouse with garden, providing a wealth of character 

including wood board floors, fireplaces and sash windows to the front. The 

property has been refurbished and extended but provides scope for further 

modernisation. To the rear is a courtyard garden, brick built shed and a large 

walled garden. The accommodation offers large, spacious rooms including 

hall, sitting/dining room, kitchen, shower room, stairs down to basement 

cellar and on the first floor bedroom/drawing room, bedroom and bathroom 

and two further bedrooms on the second floor. 

£395,000 

2 hyaM CoUrt, MoNMoUth 

Situated in the historic town of Monmouth, Hyam Court offers a select group 

of flats with views over Chippenham Park. With scope for modernisation, 2 

Hyam Court comprises a first floor, two bedroom flat, with the benefit of a 

garage in the rear courtyard. 

£158,000 

CastLe View BarN 

Presented to a very high standard, both internally and externally, this Grade ll Listed 

attached barn conversion is one of four properties that are set around an historic 

dovecote, adjoining the impressive Clearwell Castle. The accommodation offers 

hall, cloakroom, dining room, utility room, kitchen, sitting room, four bedrooms, 

two ensuite, family bathroom plus a study. The property benefits from high vaulted 

ceilings which provides a practical, yet stylish, interior which creates a light and 

contemporary ambience. Large picture windows in the sitting room have views out 

across the ancient courtyard. The gardens have been professionally designed and 

include a range of mature shrubs and trees. 

£425,000 

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32 NEWS 

Monmouth Property Bureau, 

Offering You The Best of Both Worlds 

Are you thinking of selling your house but torn between the security of using a traditional estate agent 

or the savings that can be made if you use an online agency? Well Monmouth Property Bureau is yet again 

leading the way in offering vendors a new way to sell their property. 

Already known for saving clients money by 

paying vendor’s conveyance fees, Monmouth 

Property Bureau is now offering an online only 

service for those vendors who have a fixed budget or 

who feel they would like to be more involved in the sale 

of their property. 

The new service is called Monmouth Property Direct 

and yes, at £699 including VAT, it is substantially 

cheaper than our normal commission service but still 

gives you the support of a local, award winning agency 

with local knowledge. 

One of the big criticisms of online agencies is the lack 

of local knowledge and support but with Monmouth 

Property Bureau, selling online isn’t a gamble. You have 

our local knowledge to help support you, our offices 

are in a prominent position in Monmouth and if you 

pay up front then decide you want to revert back to our 

traditional service, that’s fine too and we will even take 

your upfront fee off our standard commission. 

There are other differences too but these are less 

noticeable. So what do you get for your money? 

If you ask Monmouth Property Direct to market your 

home we would include all the normal services such as: 

1. A free market appraisal with an experienced 

negotiator who will agree a sale price with you based 

on years of experience selling houses in the area and 

applying current market trends. 

2. A for sale board 

3. Colour brochures with floor plan for you to give to 

prospective purchasers 

4. Online advertising on the two busiest UK property 

portals, Rightmove and Zoopla, as well as on our 

own web site 

5. Your property will be displayed in our prominent 

showroom 

6. We also book viewings for you too. 

As the home owner you will become the home seller. 

We will give you a Vendor’s Pack full of useful information 

about how to successfully sell your property, from 

showing the buyer around your home to of course 

negotiating the sale price, but we aren’t far away and if 

you are finding it tough going, just ask us for advice. 

So as you can see selecting between our normal agency 

or our direct service gives you a great choice. 

If you would like to know more about either of our 

services you can speak us in complete confidence on 

01600 719184. 

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COMMERCIAL 

33 

Find the ideal premises 

The South Wales Chamber of Commerce has a 

portfolio of commercial properties available to rent 

over three sites managed by Rachael Davies, South 

Wales Chamber of Commerce Property Manager: 

Phoenix Park Newport, The Orion Suite Enterprise Way 

Newport, and Station Enterprise Park, Abergavenny. 

In total this comprises more than 65,000 sq ft 

of property. All properties are managed in accordance 

with good estate management practice. 

What follows is an overview of our main sites. 

The Orion Suite, Newport 

The Orion Suite, Enterprise Way, NP20 2AQ, 

comprises offices and work/shop units to let including a 

selection of sizes from 112 sq ft to 800 sq ft. The site sits 

within a small business park approximately half a mile 

from the Newport town centre. 

Phoenix Park, Newport 

A modern industrial estate situated off Corporation 

Road, Telford Street, Newport, NP19 0LW. The site is 

situated 14 miles east of Cardiff and approx. 31 miles 

west of Bristol. 

The development of modern industrial/workshop 

units comprises 45 industrial units at the Phoenix Park 

development previously known as the former Pirelli site. 

It includes car parking to the front and vehicle loading/ 

unloading. 

Constructed by the Welsh Assembly Government, 

it is now fully owned by us including the freehold. 

The site is secured by steel perimeter fencing with an 

automated entry gate. 

The site also has CCTV surveillance cover. 

Accommodation 

Nine terraces of industrial/workshops, comprising 

14 units of 1,000 sq ft, 14 units of 600 sq ft units, 14 

units of 400 sq ft and three units of 5,000 sq.ft. In total, 

there are 45 units with a total floor space of 43,000 sq. ft. 

The total size of the business park is approx. 4.4 acres. 

Detail 

• Easy in - easy out terms 

• No long term commitment - just one months’ notice 

• 24 hour access 

• CCTV 

• Security gates 

• Parking 

• Toilet facilities 

Detail 

• Easy in – easy out terms 

• No long term commitment - just one months’ notice 

• 24 hour access • Free parking 

• Manned reception between 8:30 - 17:00 - offices only 

• Postal delivery and collection 

• Meeting and conference / Training room facilities 

• Furnished offices - offices only 

• Kitchen & toilet facilities 

Station Enterprise Park, 

Abergavenny 

Station Enterprise Park, Abergavenny, comprises of 

a parade of 11 single storey industrial units at 600 sq 

ft each and a two storey railway house known as the 

former goods office, which have individual parking 

bays to the front. The units provide for small start-up 

accommodation and can be used for a number of uses. 

The property lies adjacent to the town’s railway, 

which is approximately half a mile from Abergavenny 

town centre, a market town located in the county of 

Monmouthshire, some 19 miles north of Newport. 

Properties available now 

• Unit 38 Orion Suite 

£270.00 plus vat per month - 380 sq ft 

• Unit 40 is Orion Suite 


• Office 1 Orion Suite 



£354.00 plus vat per month – 424 sq ft 


£150 plus vat per month - 140 sq ft 

Conference / Training room hire – 

Hourly / Daily / Half daily rates on offer, 

seats 15 to 18 candidates, buffet lunches 

and coffee can also be booked. 

Due to easy-in easy-out leases availability 

changes quickly. 

For further information on our availability 

and to register interest for industrial 

units at Phoenix Park, Newport or 

Abergavenny, call 01633 254041 

or email enterpriseway 

reception@southwales 

chamber.co.uk 

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36 MARKETS 

New home registrations 

reach highest third 

quarter in decade 

New data reported on propertyreporter.co.uk 

from the National House-Building Council has 

revealed that between July and September 2017, 

37,936 new homes were registered, a 6% increase on 

the same period last year. Of these 29,083 were for 

the private sector, a 9% increase on Q3 2016. 

HM Land Registry Price Paid 

Data tracks land and property 

sales in England and Wales 

submitted to us for registration 

Last month’s Price Paid Data includes details of 

more than 97,000 sales of land and property in 

England and Wales that HM Land Registry 

received for registration in September 2017. 

In the dataset you can find the date of sale for each property, its full address and 

sale price, its category (residential or commercial) and type (detached, semidetached, 

terraced, flat or maisonette and other), whether it is new build or not 

and whether it is freehold or leasehold. 

The number of sales received for registration by property type and month 

Property type September August July 

2017 2017 2017 

Detached 22,377 22,782 21,204 

Semi-detached 24,911 26,056 24,117 

Terraced 25,829 26,515 24,952 

Flat/maisonette 17,958 17,085 16,682 

Other 6,027 6,075 6,519 

Total 97,102 98,513 93,474 

Meanwhile in the affordable sector, registrations dropped 5% to 8,853 

new homes. 

NHBC said that seven out of 12 UK regions saw registration growth 

during Q3 2017 against 2016. Among those with the most significant growth 

were Scotland which experienced a 50% rise to 3,056 new homes registered, the 

East Midlands at 42% growth to 3,575, and the North East, seeing registrations 

improve 34% to 2,078. 

But Greater London’s registrations dropped from 3,860 in Q3 2016 to 2,494 

during the July to September period this year. 

NHBC’s ceo Steve Wood, said: “We have seen encouraging growth in terms 

of the number of new homes being registered over the last three months, across 

many parts of the country. 

With demand for high quality new homes as strong as ever, this is positive 

news for the industry and prospective homebuyers, particularly in light of the 

current political and economic uncertainties.” 

Of the 97,102 sales received for registration in September 2017: 

• 72,519 were freehold, a 3.2% increase on September 2016 

• 9,013 were newly built, a 21.6% decrease on September 2016 

There is a time difference between the sale of a property and its registration at HM 

Land Registry. 

Of the 97,102 sales received for registration, 27,553 took place in September 2017 

of which: 

• 568 were of residential properties in England and Wales for £1 million and over 

• 320 were of residential properties in London for £1 million and over 

• one was of a residential property in Birmingham for £1 million and over 

• three were of residential properties in Greater Manchester for £1 million and over 

• none were of residential properties in Cardiff for £1 million and over 

The most expensive residential sale taking place in September 2017 was of a flat 

in the City of Westminster, London for £15,200,000. The cheapest residential sale in 

September 2017 was of a semi-detached property in Birmingham, West Midlands for 

£17,500. 

The most expensive commercial sale taking place in September 2017 was in 

Wakefield, West Yorkshire for £39,477,000. The cheapest commercial sales in September 

2017 were in the London boroughs of Harrow and Southwark, each for £100. 

Threat of rate rise sees surge in fixed rate mortgage applications 

According to the latest data from 

Yorkshire Building Society, there 

has been a surge in the number 

of borrowers seeking fixed rate 

mortgages ahead of a potential 

BoE base rate rise next week. 

The ratio of fixed rate to variable rate mortgage 

applications received by the mutual has grown 

from 35:1 in August to 64:1 in October. 

The rise in fixed rate mortgage applications is 

despite the Yorkshire currently offering its lowest ever 

discounted SVR with an interest rate of 0.87%. 

Simon Broadley, Senior Manager at Yorkshire 

Building Society, said: “With increasing speculation that 

the Bank of England could trigger a rate rise this week, 

our data indicates borrowers are keen to secure a deal 

before any potential increase. 

Despite having the lowest ever variable rate 

mortgage on the market, our findings demonstrate that 

borrowers value being able to lock-in to a fixed rate deal 

and know that their monthly payments won’t change 

during their initial term.”

INTERNATIONAL 

37 

New line of homes on Dubai’s 

prime golf destination 

A new line of prime properties has been built on Dubai’s famous Earth and Fire golf courses in 

Jumeriah Golf Estates. It is the latest development in the prestigious area, where the Earth course is the 

conclusion of the Race to Dubai series, which has recently been announced to run to 2020. 

The new development, named Sienna Views, has 

34 villas with prices starting at £1,500,000. They 

have four, five and six bedrooms, with 70% of 

the villas facing the Fire golf course. This premium 

location is expected to prove popular due to increased 

demand for luxury golf living in Dubai. 

Despite the growth in real estate sales in Dubai in 

2017 according to the land department, particularly 

with off-plan sales, Sienna Views is a new line of 

luxurious villas, catering for a gap in the market 

for ‘ready to move in’ properties, which are in high 

demand. 

Set across 1,119 hectares of lush green landscape, 

Jumeirah Golf Estates is an unrivalled residential and 

leisure destination. Combining a neighbourhood 

environment with world-class facilities, Jumeirah Golf 

Estates currently comprises of 16 unique communities, 

which overlook two of the world’s finest golf courses, 

Earth and Fire. 

Sienna Views will be one of the most exclusive 

communities, with only 34 villas for sale. It is the most 

well-appointed and private of all the developments, 

presenting a fantastic opportunity for end users who 

are looking to buy in Dubai. The layout of each villa is 

unique, tapping into the need for large luxurious homes 

due to high numbers of millionaires in the city. This 

has been a key consideration for the developers, who 

have painstakingly ensured that the homes will suit the 

lifestyle of a high net-worth individual. 

With unmatched privacy, the homes have 

ample space, and with a private courtyard, gardens 

and swimming pool, as well as spacious living 

accommodation, residents will find a perfect home to 

un-wind while connecting to the surrounding of the 

best golf courses in the UAE. 

As host of the annual DP World Tour Championship 

and home to the Middle East’s only European Tour 

Performance Institute (ETPI), Jumeirah Golf Estates 

rivals the best golfing destinations in the world, located 

in the heart of new Dubai. Just 15 minutes from Dubai 

Marina and minutes away from the site of Dubai Expo 

2020 and Al Maktoum International Airport, residents 

are immersed in the tranquillity and luxury of the 

estate, whilst having the buzz of one of the world’s most 

dynamic cities on their doorstep. 

Phil Sheridan, CEO of Fine & Country UAE said: 

“As part of our Golf Living strategy, we are privileged to 

have secured the exclusive sales and marketing mandate 

for the prestigious sub-community, Sienna Views, within 

Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai.” 

To enquire about these properties or to arrange a 

viewing, please contact sales@fineandcountry.ae 

or +971 4427 0202.

38 ADVICE 

How your Dutch barn 

can make you money 

By Herefordshire’s Top 25 Grand Design Architect, 

Garry Thomas of Thomas Studio 

If you have a Dutch barn located near a rural 

village here are the 8 key ways to unlock planning 

permission. 

Getting planning permission 

for a Dutch barn 

Make sure your architect presents the planning 

application in the best possible light - as a design-led 

solution will significantly increase your chances of 

gaining permission. 

Self-build 

Self-build projects improve your chances of getting 

planning permission in a rural location. The vernacular 

tradition in Britain is the best example of a self-build 

market. 

Neighbourhood plans 

If the Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP) is 

not yet policy, it will mean that planning permission is 

more likely in your area. 

Five-year housing land supply rate 

The principle here is to monitor the 5-year rate: if it’s 

not being met now is the time to act. 

Local need 

Be mindful that without local need evidenced 

in your application your proposal will be seen as 

speculative. Do you have a local need? 

Getting support 

Local support from neighbours surrounding your 

application site is also vital. Go and have a chat. 

Invest in reports 

Development on open countryside or the edge of 

villages is seen as controversial. Planning officers are 

more cautious when bringing forward this type of 

development. Be prepared to invest in technical reports 

to justify your proposal. 

Heritage value 

Dutch barns have heritage value. The route to a 

successful planning application is to avoid the permitted 

development route and enhance heritage value. 

These 8 key strategies are tried and tested methods 

used by Garry Thomas to gain planning permission for 

Dutch barns in rural locations. 

Of course these are only brief notes on how to get 

planning for a Dutch barn. If you would like to access 

the full report go to www.thomasstudio.co.uk/convertdutch-barn-to-make-more-money/ 

Garry is an expert in obtaining planning for Dutch 

barns, creating unique properties and ‘golden years’ 

homes for elderly parents. 

For further help with your self build plans, 

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