Property Drop Issue 51

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15-31 MAY 2019 

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MONMOUTHSHIRE | SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE | WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

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MONMOUTHSHIRE’S NATURE 

ISN’T NEAT PROJECT 

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LEASE EXTENSION ADVICE 

FROM OKELLS FRANCIS LAW 

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2 MARKETS 

Bristol in a Sellers Market, 

leading the way 

Newly released data from PropCast has revealed that over half of England & Wales are currently 

in a sellers’ market despite Brexit, with Bristol and Manchester leading the way. 

The firm counted the number of properties for sale across England & Wales and 

worked out the percentage of those under offer or subject to contract – which 

they then portrayed as a temperature recording. 

Orchard Barn, Caldicott Farm. Agent: Roscoe Rogers and Knight 01600 772929 

According to the data, 53% of postcode districts have a market heat temperature of 

at least 35, indicating they are in a sellers’ market. This is when there are more buyers 

than properties for sale, placing the balance of power in favour of homeowners. 

Postcode district BS3 in Bristol recorded the hottest market heat temperature at 65, 

followed by M27 (64), M32 (64), M6 (62) in Manchester, and BS6 (62) and BS5 (61) 

in Bristol. PropCast’s Top 10 Sellers’ Markets also included CF38 (61) in Pontypridd, 

NG6 (59) in Nottingham, B44 (59) in Birmingham and S8 (59) in Sheffield. On 

average, buyer demand has risen 8.4% across these areas since Brexit was initially 

announced in June 2016, growing the most in CF38 at 38%. 

Meanwhile, London continues to dominate PropCast’s Top 10 coldest postcodes, 

where homes are in a buyers’ market. NW8 in Westminster and Camden is still the 

coldest at 9, followed by WC2 (9), SW8 (10), EC2 (10), W1 (10), SW7 (11), SW5 

(11), W2 (12) and SW10 (12), whilst L2 in Liverpool ranked the fourth coldest 

postcode across England & Wales. In total, buyer demand has fallen -15.9% on 

average since the start of Brexit, with EC2 seeing the highest drop at -60%. 

By noting where’s ‘hot’ (sellers’ market) and where’s ‘not’ (buyers’ market), 

PropCast can help homeowners determine how ‘quick and easy’ or ‘slow and hard’ it 

will be to sell their homes. At a time where conflicting information about the housing 

market causes confusion to homeowners, the figures allow people to confidentially 

identify true local market conditions, make more informed decisions about how best 

to sell their homes, and ultimately achieve better results in less time. 

Gavin Brazg, Founder of PropCast comments; “Anything above 50° is considered 

a very hot sellers’ market, so Bristol and Manchester are on fire at the moment given 

they are dominating PropCast’s Top 10. However, I’m delighted to see over half of 

Top tips to help you sell 

your house this summer 

The summer can be a tricky time to sell a property, 

especially if it’s a family one, due to school holidays 

amongst other things, so NAEA Propertymark offers 

this advice for sellers putting their property 

on the market during this time 

The latetest data shows that during the summer months the housing market 

tends to cool down, with the number of house hunters and properties available 

for sale dropping throughout July and August. While getting ready to put 

your home on the market, there are a few simple things you can do to maximise the 

saleability of your property. 

Katie Griffin, President, NAEA Propertymark says: “If you need to put your home 

on the market during the summer, it’s important to understand your target market 

and who will be the most interested in buying your home before you do so. Your local 

NAEA 

Propertymark estate agent will be able to guide you in the right direction if you’re 

house summer 1unsure and help you put your home on the market at the right time 

to increase your chances of a speedy sale.”

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It offers huge savings to those who use the crossing regularly and provides a 

major boost to companies pitching for new business, who can now be much more 

competitive. 

Monmouthshire and the Forest of Dean offers a semi-rural location with a 

stunning backdrop. With accessibility for Bristol, the Midlands, South West and 

South Wales and London the future looks good for the housing market and the local 

economy. Although plans to build new homes and road networks will be imperative 

to ensure the infrastructure and housing is in place to support the bold move made by 

government. 

Be prepared to spring into action the moment a property you like hits the market, 

be pre-approved for a mortgage before you make an offer and make your opening 

offer a strong offer. 

Meanwhile those in a cold buyers’ market should not be downhearted because it’s 

still absolutely possible to sell well. Buyers are out there; they’re just more price and 

condition sensitive. The key to success is to identify the homes that are your direct 

competitors, and then position your home so it represents the best value for money. 

Choosing the right estate agent who will implement the best selling strategy is key if 

you are to achieve superior results in this type of market.” 

Mill Hill, Brockweir. Agent: Fine & Country 01291 629799 

England & Wales’ postcode districts are in a sellers’ market overall. This should 

bring hope to thousands of homeowners in those locations, despite all this Brexit 

uncertainty, as buyer demand is still mostly strong. The balance of power is therefore 

skewed in a seller’s favour under these conditions. As long as the initial asking price 

is set realistically from the offset, properties should sell quicker and attract multiple 

offers as a result. If you are trying to buy in this type of market, get ready to compete 

against other buyers. 

What does this all mean for the housing 

market and business in South Wales and 

South West England? 

Figures have suggested, property prices have been rising quicker than the Wales 

average as Bristol commuters seek new homes. 

The Abolishing of the tolls has encouraged investments in the local economy, 

and people and businesses in Monmouthshire and South West England will see the 

benefits. 

Little Box Cottage, Lydart. Agent: Powells 01600 714140 

Tidy up the exterior 

First impressions are key and they really impact 

a buyer’s decision, so it’s important to make sure the 

property looks well maintained and cared for from the 

outside, with windows and walls freshly washed to 

remove any dirt. For example, a front door can say a lot 

about the rest of your home for buyers viewing it for the 

first time, so a lick of paint or a quick wash down can 

help improve the overall look and feel of your property. 

Neutral décor 

Potential house buyers will have varied tastes in 

décor and when they’re looking around your home 

they have to be able to imagine themselves living there. 

Anything too over personalised can be a turn off, so 

keeping colours neutral will make the property more 

appealing. 

Prune your garden 

A well looked after garden can give your home the 

wow-factor, especially during the summer months when 

many beautiful flowers and plants are in season. 

For starters, it’s important to make sure your garden 

is tidied of any litter, the lawn is mowed, weeds are 

removed and overgrown trees are cut back and then 

if you have the time, try potting some bright coloured 

plants to make the space more attractive. 

Kitchen makeover 

Giving your kitchen a quick freshen up can go a 

long way. By giving the cabinets a quick lick of paint, or 

replacing the doors and handles, the room will instantly 

become more attractive to potential buyers. 

Let air and light in 

Rooms that smell musty are a huge turn off for 

buyers – it’s important to open up windows well in 

advance of any viewings, particularly those in rooms 

that are rarely used. It’s crucial to maintain a good level 

of lighting in your home to make the space feel inviting 

– the summer is the best time for natural light, so make 

sure all blinds and curtains are wide open. 

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PROPERTIES 

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Orchard Barn, Caldicott Farm, Broadoak 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Price 

£795,000 

This substantial 6-bedroom barn has been very creatively planned and converted to the highest of 

garage/covered parking parking 

standards with high quality natural materials, fixtures and central finishes central heating heating throughout. 

There are some barn conversions that really stand apart and this is certainly one of them. 

Orchard Barn is such a real gem because it has been so creatively designed and planned to 

perfectly marry great charm and character with modern family living needs. It has been 

converted to the highest of standards by craftsmen using top quality natural materials, 

fixtures and finishes throughout. The unique, contemporary design enjoys high levels 

of natural light and the versatile layout takes full advantage of its beautiful rural setting 

bordering open farmland with really attractive countryside views. Single and double 

storey it embraces many superb features including glazed Arrow Slit windows, exposed 

Oak trusses and beams to the vaulted ceilings. Oak doors and joinery throughout with 

an extremely impressive and spacious central open plan living area featuring the two 

curved staircases. The oil-fired boiler provides mainly under-floor heating to Limestone 

and Oak flooring with independently controlled zones throughout. 

The beautifully landscaped, mature gardens are mainly laid to lawn with interspaced 

mature shrubs and trees. The beautifully built drystone walling has inset flagstone 

paving and terracing and there is extensive gravelled parking set behind the gated 

entrance. Monmouth is just a short drive away with its high-quality schools and 

excellent amenities as well as Ross on Wye and Hereford. 

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FLAT 6, VINE COURT, MONMOUTH 

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Dedicated to letting properties since 1990 

We offer a professional service tailored to suit landlords individual needs. 

For a quality service at sensible prices speak to our letting team. 

£495 pcm 

A one bedroom apartment situated in a 

sought after area of Monmouth. Off road 

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FLAT 1, HEREFORD ROAD 

MONMOUTH 

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£695 pcm 

A one bed unique and characterful 

apartment finished to a high standard 

throughout with off road parking and 

communal gardens situated in Monmouth. 

Available Now. Agency Fees Apply 

42 WYEFIELD COURT 

MONMOUTH 

£575 pcm 

THE BARTON, AGINCOURT SQUARE 

MONMOUTH 

£750 pcm 

A two bedroom mid terrace property 

situated in Monmouth. Available end of 

April. No pets. Agency Fees Apply 

A newly refurbished two bedroom 

apartment situated in Monmouth town 

centre. Available Now. Agency Fees Apply 

Call: 01600 772929 • lettings@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

CINDERHILL HOUSE, ST BRIAVELS £860,000 

CHURCH HOUSE, TRELLECH £635,000 

E&E 

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Set in this historic and pretty village with exceptional views over the Wye Valley 

this impressive and characteristic country house has medieval origins dating 

back to 1398. Generously proportioned and set over 3 floors it has been 

tastefully restored and re-modelled to embellish and retain its many original 

features as well as the adjoining self-contained 2 bed cottage. Beautifully 

landscaped terraced gardens facing West, parking and a detached large 

garage/workshop. 

Situated on the edge of the sought after village of Trellech, this most 

desirable modern property is beautifully presented throughout. 

Four double bedrooms, elegant hallway and landing with a number of Adam 

style features, spacious layout. Delightful, established and well-manicured 

gardens with countryside views to front and double garage. 

SUNNYSIDE, BETWEEN CATBROOK & 

TINTERN, CHEPSTOW 

£569,000 

3 ROYAL GEORGE HOUSE, 

MONMOUTH 

£199,950 2 WYE VIEW TERRACE, REDBROOK £175,000 

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Nestled in a charming rural location this 4 

bedroomed cottage is located in the hamlet of 

Botany Bay on the outskirts of Tintern with its 

renowned Abbey. About 5 miles from Chepstow & 

the M48 Motorway network. Its beautifully 

maintained, mature grounds & gardens extend to 

approximately 0.75 of an acre which comprise of 

ample parking and a large double garage. 

This elegant and prominent Grade II listed former 

hotel has a lift to all floors and is a flat walk into 

the town centre. Retaining beautiful character 

period features this updated light and airy 2 bed 

second floor apartment enjoys lovely views across 

St Mary's Church and towards Vauxhall Fields. 

Secure private parking and door intercom system. 

No onward chain. LEASEHOLD. 

Set in the heart of the popular Wye Valley village 

of Redbrook, this very pretty and well-presented 

2-bed mid-terraced Victorian cottage is set in a 

row of just 6 and has the benefit of an elevated 

location with attractive views up and down the 

valley. There is a small garden to the front and to 

the rear and an outbuilding. 

3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT 

Call: 01600 772929 

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

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GARDENS 

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Usk Open Gardens 

Usk town, nestled on the river banks, has become quite a byword in the world of flowers. 

Since 1981, it has earned an enviable reputation for floral displays and visitors won’t be disappointed 

during the summer when the town is a riot of colour. 

Winner of Wales in Bloom for over thirty 

years, Usk has also won Britain in Bloom 

five times, and represented the UK in the 

European Entente Florale. Last year the town crowned 

this, winning the International Communities in Bloom, 

beating off competition from Ireland, the Netherlands, 

Italy and Hungary. 

Success internationally was secured with the help 

of what is a fixture on many gardeners’ calendars and a 

must in the run-up to the RHS at Hampton Court – Usk 

Open Gardens Weekend. 

On 29th and 30th June, over twenty gardens will 

open their gates to thousands of visitors. It’s a great 

chance to visit other people’s gardens, chat to owners, 

have lunch in a pub or by the river, take afternoon tea, 

and maybe buy a plant or two (or three or four…) from 

markets stalls or the two garden centres. 

This year it’s their Silver Anniversary, so they are 

working really hard to make 2019 even more special. 

It all started in 1994 when, as Cathy Davies, who 

opens her own child-friendly garden complete with 

tree house, explained: ‘We asked people if they’d like to 

open their gardens. Now it’s grown to over 20 gardens 

and lasts the whole weekend. There is something for 

everyone, no matter what their gardening interest.’ 

Jan Mundy, Chair of Usk Open Gardens, praised the 

community groups who volunteer during the weekend: 

‘They help with ticket sales, parking, directing visitors 

to the free buses around town, signposting walking 

routes between gardens and providing homemade teas.’ 

All this, plus huge support from local businesses, 

enabled the group last year to donate £19,500 to 

organisations like Ty Hafan, St David’s Hospice and 

North Gwent Cardiac Rehabilitation. Local groups 

benefitted too, such as Usk Brass Band, Gwent Wildlife 

Trust and Usk Cat Rescue. Since 1994, over £250,000 

has been raised. 

Perhaps the weekend’s highlights are the herbaceous 

borders at Usk Castle, in itself worth a visit. ‘It’s like 

a secret castle no-one’s ever found!’ exclaimed one 

visitor, seeing the peaceful setting, ancient creepercovered 

walls and stone towers inviting exploration. 

Although the castle’s always open, the gardens are best 

viewed from within the grounds of Castle House, where 

custodians Rosie and Henry Humphreys live. Usk Open 

Gardens is one of the few times these gardens are open. 

‘It’s the highlight of our summer,’ commented Rosie, 

‘when the weekend attracts the curious, the brave and 

the active of all ages to walk up the hill to Usk Castle. 

The gardens date from 1908, so many trees and shrubs 

are of a good age, contributing something in every 

season. Rudge Humphreys, who created the gardens, 

kept a diary, now presented as a leaflet to encourage 

exploration – did you find the palm tree? Did you 

recognise the Medlar, taste the Mulberries? Where is the 

Hydrangea Petiolaris, and the Magnolia Grandiflora?’ 

The herb garden reflects the plants grown when the 

castle was last occupied 500 years ago. Topiary animals 

and hedges abound, as well as wonderful 3D wood 

carvings of animals and birds. The view over the Vale of 

Usk also tempts visitors to linger. 

One very special garden is owned by Marian Powell, 

who’s been taking part in the weekend for over 15 years. 

Renowned for her artistic ability, Marian find gardening 

therapeutic. Her colourful garden features topiarised 

shrubs, mature trees, a pond and water feature, hanging 

baskets and a quirky side passage. 

‘Every year I try to add that wow factor. Alan 

Titchmarsh described it as a little world of wonder when 

we featured on Britain’s Best Gardens.’ More fame came 

when the Duchess of Cornwall visited the garden in 

2014 and it also featured in Good Morning Britain. 

Several gardens feature refreshments, one even 

providing a pop-up Prosecco and Ice Cream stall. Not 

that Usk is short of places to refresh the weary visitor. 

Coffee shops and pubs, restaurants and wine bars, 

abound so you’re spoiled for choice as you rest from 

admiring all those flowers. 

People travel from all over Europe, as well as the 

UK, to enjoy the weekend, with many opting to stay. 

There are several hotels and pubs with rooms, as well as 

b&bs within easy distance. 

One returning group comprises 34 keen Canadian 

gardeners, plus the head of the Canadian National 

Botanical Gardens. 

‘We just had to include Usk Open Gardens,’ 

organiser Marjorie Mason enthused. ‘Voted unanimously 

the best day of our 2013 tour, it’s so special to be invited 

into private gardens and we so loved Usk.’ 

The whole town is spectacular, particularly 

Twyn Square, as Usk also gears up for the In Bloom 

competitions whose volunteers receive enthusiastic 

support from pubs and shops – even Usk Prison! 

Car parks are free and there’s a free mini bus service around Usk. Admission is £7.50 for 

a day or £10 for the weekend. Children aged 14 and under go free. 

For more information, visit www.uskopengardens.com, phone 01291 672713, 

or email uskopengardens@gmail.com

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PROPERTIES 

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Tyrewen Cottage, Llanwenarth, Abergavenny 

Parrys 01873 858990 www.parrys.com 

Price 

£385,000 




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Offering spacious accommodation over three floors with pleasant gardens to the side and rear. Approached through electric wrought iron gates leading to a sweeping drive and 

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An attractive stone cottage believed to have been built in around 1883 and a former coach house 

to the neighbouring principal property. 


commanding superb views of the Blorenge Mountain and Usk Valley beyond. 

LPG 


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Former 

High Sheriff joins 

Fine & Country 

Fine & Country are delighted to announce that 

Anthony Clay has joined the firm as partner 

in charge of the Monmouth office. 

A 

former High Sheriff, Territorial Army officer and lifelong Monmouthshire boy, Anthony 

arrives from 20 years as a partner at Knight Frank and intends to replicate his success at 

Fine & Country. Anthony says “If you want honest professional advice, national buyers and 

hard work then we are your team”. 

Heather Cook and Joe Parry of Fine & Country Abergavenny and Chepstow respectively are 

delighted to have someone of Anthony‘s experience and reputation join the team as it further 

strengthens the firm as one of the Country’s prime brands in the residential market. 

Fine & Country 01600 775930 www.fineandcountry.com

PARRYS 

Estate and 

Letting Agents 

PENALLT, MONMOUTH 

£565,000 

Occupying a delightful village setting within a close of similar style properties 

Five bedrooms, three reception rooms and conservatory enjoying garden views 

Mature gardens of circa third of an acre. Double garage, woodstore and workshop 

EPC rating E 

LLANCLOUDY, HEREFORD 

£390,000 

3-bedroom cottage located in popular hamlet just inside the Herefordshire border 

Large pretty gardens with views across open farmland 

Opportunity to modernise a cottage with much original character 

EPC rating F 

Are you 

thinking of 

selling? 

Please contact 

our friendly 

teams at 

Monmouth or 

Abergavenny 

to discuss 

your 

requirements. 

LLANWENARTH, ABERGAVENNY 

£275,000 

Stunning Grade II Listed barn conversion in a small courtyard development 

Traditional features combined with contemporary touches including underfloor heating 

Open plan living area and 2 en suite bedrooms. Limestone and oak floors 

EPC rating - N/A 

FOSTERVILLE CRESCENT, ABERGAVENNY 

£350,000 

Edwardian 4-bedroom Town House in a highly sought area of Abergavenny 

Period features with much character and charm. Garage and parking space 

Pretty garden with courtyard and super views across to the Blorenge Mountain 

EPC rating D 

21 Nevill Street 

Abergavenny 

Monmouthshire NP7 5AA 

abergavenny@parrys.com 

01873 858990 

www.parrys.com 

2 Agincourt Square 

Monmouth 

NP25 3BT 

monmouth@parrys.com 

01600 713030

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THROUGH THE KEY HOLE 

Wye Valley Viewpoint 

Sharon Chilcott views a beautifully presented Victorian property 

perched in the hillside above the River Wye. 

Sharon Chilcott 

Of all the captivating views of the River Wye as it 

wends its way down the Lower Wye Valley, the 

front terrace at Ty Bryn must command one of 

the best!. 

The symmetrical, double-fronted Victorian property 

is set in an elevated position in Llandogo, from where 

its five large front windows also each have their own 

unique bird’s eye view over the glistening river below. 

Yet, somewhat incredibly, owner Nickie Moore doesn’t 

remember these stunning views even being mentioned 

in the brochure when she and her husband, Phil, 

decided to view the property eight years ago. 

“I remember walking up the drive to the house, 

turning and my jaw hit the floor! I was definitely not 

expecting such a beautiful, unspoilt view. It really did 

take my breath away. Also, I clearly remember watching 

a tree trunk floating gently upstream with the incoming 

tide. Llandogo is eight miles from the coast yet we have 

the privilege of still being connected to the sea, and 

visibly so, and I just loved that,” says Nickie. 

The couple, newly returned from travels around 

the world, were renting in Bristol and looking for 

somewhere that Nickie could run as a Bed and 

Breakfast. Ty Bryn, with its well-proportioned, high 

ceiling rooms, sash windows, lovely original features 

and, of course, those views, struck them as the perfect 

solution. It had not been run as a Bed and Breakfast 

before, even though it had rooms designated in the 

original plans as “luggage rooms”. Nevertheless, it 

lent itself well to the purpose, especially with one of 

the luggage rooms converted into an en-suite and the 

other providing space for a staircase up to a roomy 

loft conversion. “This became our quarters, whilst we 

used the three en-suite bedrooms on the first floor for 

guests,” says Nickie. 

Originally called Tighnabruaich, Nickie relates that 

the property was built about 120 years ago by trout and 

salmon fishery owners the Miller brothers, who came 

from the banks of Loch Fyne, in the west of Scotland 

where there is a pretty little town of the same name. 

Who knows why they chose to build on this exact spot 

in Llandogo, but is it a coincidence that you can spot 

fish jumping in the river below right from the house? 

“They moved here and called the house by the name 

of the village they had come from, which in Gaelic 

actually means “the house on the hill”. Nobody here 

could pronounce it, so we changed it to Ty Bryn, which 

is a simplified Welsh version – it means Hill House.” 

There are nods to the Miller’s Scottish heritage in 

some of the property’s features – something Nickie has 

incorporated too. “There are some lovely border edging 

tiles in the garden with thistles, roses and daffodils on. I 

don’t know for sure if they are original to the house, but 

I have also introduced Scottish thistles on the ends of 

the stair rods up to the loft conversion.” 

Whether or not the edging tiles were installed by 

the original owners, the property certainly boasts some 

lovely, late Victorian features. Arched alcove bookcases 

in the sitting room frame a cast iron fireplace with an 

eye-catching tiled surround, which Nickie went to great 

lengths to reinstate. “The green sunflower tiles had 

been removed but we found a handful of them in the 

old Smithy in the back garden and over the course of 

nine months we found another and another until we 

were, rather frustratingly, just one short! I sent all sorts 

of emails to try and find something similar and we even 

thought of trying to intersperse the original tiles with 

others. Then we found the last one under an old tin 

shed in the garden. I was so delighted to find the full set 

of ten and they were, surprisingly, still immaculate!” 

Across the hallway, the elegant dining room has 

recessed arched alcoves either side of an equally 

impressive original fireplace, with a marble surround 

and a cast iron fireplace inset with tiles featuring that 

popular Victorian houseplant, the aspidistra, known 

in its heyday as the cast iron plant for its ability to 

withstand draughts and neglect. But there are no draughts 

in this house today, with its cosy ambience enhanced by

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wood burning stoves in each of the fireplaces in the two 

elegant front reception rooms and also in the cosy snug, 

tucked away at the back of the property. 

Ty Bryn’s original features also include a Victorian 

staircase, with a mahogany balustrade. This leads 

up to three stunning double bedrooms, each with 

a lovely period fireplace. The two front bedrooms 

benefit from those breath-taking views of the river and 

the bedroom at the back of the house looks out on a 

carefully landscaped back garden. Nickie and Phil have 

transformed this outdoor space, creating a sheltered 

entertaining area laid with purple slate chippings and 

then steps, lined with kitchen garden plants, leading 

up to a second level. The path passes a former Smithy, 

where metal hoops were once made for the large 

wooden barrels used to transport goods on the rivergoing 

vessels from Llandogo. This two-storey, stonebuilt 

building is in need of renovation but currently very 

useful as a storage space. On the top garden level there’s 

a pretty area of lawn and a summer house, positioned in 

the top corner to capture views towards the river. This 

charming retreat has a wood burning stove and glazed 

doors opening to a raised deck where Nickie loves to 

relax, dangling her legs into the carefully nurtured wild 

flower meadow below. 

It’s hard for her to decide whether this is 

her favourite place. It could equally be the loft 

conversion, created to provide stylish and comfortable 

accommodation separated from the rest of the main 

house. Stretching across the whole of the top floor, it 

includes a large walk-in dressing room and is served by 

the family bathroom, at the bottom of the stairs, divided 

from the rest of the first floor by an inner door. 

In renovating and rearranging the property in 

order to run it as a B&B, Nickie and Phil brought all 

the electrics and plumbing up to date, updated the 

existing en-suite and bathroom and introduced two 

new en-suites. The spacious kitchen already had a 

comprehensive range of units and an attractive tiled 

floor and needed no more than a slight rearrangement 

to make it into a practical working space. 

The couple installed new carpets throughout the 

property and decorated the guest rooms in neutral 

colours. “I wanted to make a hero of the views and 

I wanted to use colours and décor which celebrate 

our love of wildlife and wild and natural places,” says 

Nickie. “So I used natural hues, leafy curtains, Voyage 

Maison cushions and gathered together work by local 

artists for the walls.” 

In the dining room, she chose stunning 

Anthropologie statement wallpaper for a feature wall, 

selecting it for its pattern of bugs and butterflies. “For 

the B&B I also had Anthropologie plates which matched 

the wallpaper and which became a real talking point,” 

she says. 

With Ty Bryn currently on the market, whilst Nickie 

and Phil plan a move to enlarge their business, Nickie 

has temporarily stopped letting the rooms. She and 

Phil have enjoyed the novelty of having the whole 

place to themselves and it’s made them realise what a 

lovely family home Ty Bryn would make. “There would 

even be potential to turn the master suite into a selfcontained 

annexe and, subject to planning, to develop 

the Smithy and garden further,” suggests Nickie. 

Get the Look 

These old railway sleepers came 

from Warehouse 701, Rotherwas 

Industrial Estate, 5 Fordshill Road, 

Hereford, 01432 375510, 

www.warehouse701.co.uk 

The stone trough is from 

The Yard, 1, Wyeside Commercial 

Centre, Hadnock Road, 

Monmouth, 01600 719605, 

www.theyardreclamation.co.uk. 

The runner on the stairs to the loft 

conversion was supplied and fitted 

by Abbie Carpets, The Old Garage, 

Llandogo, 01594 530885, 

www.abbiecarpets.co.uk 

Get the Lifestyle Ty Bryn, Llandogo is on the market for offers in excess of £600,000 with Powells Chartered Surveyors, 

Singleton Court Business Park, Monmouth, 01600 714140, www.powellsrural.co.uk 

The thistle design of these Voyage 

Maison cushion is a reminder of 

Ty Bryn’s Scottish connections. 

Nickie bought them from Nicholls, 

19 High St, Crickhowell, 01873 

810370, www.nichollsonline.co.uk

12 

PROPERTIES 

bedroom 


Little Box Cottage, Lydart, Monmouth NP25 3TL Price 

Powells 01600 714140 www.powellsrural.co.uk O.I.E.O. £700,000 

bedroom bedroom living living room room etc etc 

bathroom 

bedroom bedroom living room living room etc etc 


bathroom 


close to the Border town of Monmouth. Dating back to approximately 1746, the property, along with its 




stabling and nine acres of paddocks, certainly offers an attractive country package. 

3 

2 2 1 

bathroom 

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Little Box Cottage is a characterful rural retreat with superb views, situated in the small hamlet of Lydart, 

parking 

Little Box Cottage offers the opportunity to acquire a good sized landholding, ideal 

for equestrian or smallholding use, in a stunning rural position, yet still offering good 

accessibility to the major road networks of the M4/M5/M50. Little Box Cottage has been 

upgraded over the last few months by the current owners. 

They have refurbished the family bathroom and installed a second shower room making 

the first floor more versatile. The property garage/covered parking parking parking parkinghas been freshened up with several rooms 

having been redecorated. 

bedroom 


35 Candwr Park, Ponthir, Newport NP18 1HL 

Archer & Co 01291 672212 www.archerandco.com 

This particularly well presented spacious detached 

family property is conveniently situated in a quiet cul de 

sac position in the popular area of Ponthir within easy 

access of all local amenities such as shops, schools and 

Price 

£410,000 



4 





bathroom 

Four bedroom detached house with three reception rooms 

in a quiet cul de sac position. 

municipal bus services etc. The property offers spacious 

well proportioned family accommodation and it is the 

Agent’s opinion that to fully appreciate the standard of 

accommodation an internal inspection is essential. The 

bathroom 






bathroom 


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3 2 2 

property has the benefit of full gas central heating and 

this combined with the UPVC double glazing enable 

heating costs to be maintained at a minimum. There is 

no chain with this property. 

GAS 

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ROCKFIELD, MONMOUTH 

THE NARTH, MONMOUTH 

3 

acres 

KINGSLEA HOUSE 

• Attractive, attached, curtilage listed family home 

• Situated in a convenient and accessible location on the edge of town 

• 4/5 double bedrooms 

• Master bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom and dressing room 

• Potential for dual family living arrangements 

• Ample off-road parking 

Guide Price £685,000 

LLANDOGO 

Hazelhurst 

• Executive country house with 5 bedrooms 

• Idyllic location in the sought after village of The Narth 

• Grand entrance hall with Georgian style wall panelling and split staircase 

• Master bedroom with en-suite shower room and dressing room 

• Integral double garage and detached stone double garage 

• In excess of 3 acres of grounds / paddocks 

Guide Price £1,100,000 

THE NARTH 

Ty Bryn 

• Flexible and versatile accommodation 

• Excellent village location with outstanding 

views 

• 4 double bedrooms, plus study 

• Total plot measuring a fifth of an acre 

• Ample off road parking with electric vehicle 

charge point 

Offers in Excess of £600,000 

THE NARTH, MONMOUTH 

SPECIALIST RURAL PROPERTY AGENTS 

• Rural Residential • Country Houses • 

• Farms & Land • Smallholdings • 

• Equestrian Properties • 

• Development Sites • 

• Leisure & Commercial Property • 

Please contact us for a free 

no-obligation Marketing Appraisal 

01600 714140 

enquiries@powellsrural.co.uk 

Powells 

CHARTERED SURVEYORS • LAND & ESTATE AGENTS 

Telephone: 01600 714140 

Valley View 

• Beautifully presented two bedroom country 

cottage 

• Excellent position within premium Wye Valley 

village 

• Renovated to a very high standard 

• Pretty enclosed garden 

• Offered with no onward chain 


SHIRENEWTON, CHEPSTOW 

8 

acres 

Kimberley 

• Brand new spacious and luxurious home with Eco features 

• Situated in a rural location close to picturesque woodland walks 

• Four bedrooms with two en-suite shower rooms 

• Underfloor heating and solar panels 

• Double garage 

• Total plot in excess of a quarter of an acre 


Grove View 

• Unique and appealing opportunity to acquire a rural smallholding 

• Attractive situation and position allowing convenient access to M4 & M5 

networks at Chepstow 

• Existing two bedroom bungalow in need of renovation (STP) 

• Excellent collection of agricultural / equestrian outbuildings 

• Ring fenced grazing paddocks and pasture fields 

• Subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (AOC) 

Offers in the Region of £600,000 

www.powellsrural.co.uk

14 NEWS 

BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer focuses 

in on the quirky at Paul Fosh Auctions 

BBC TV’s Homes Under the Hammer cameras filmed at Paul Fosh Auctions 

as one of the busiest sales of the year got under way. 

The popular day time programme makers 

captured proceedings, homing in on the battle 

between bidders. The programme makers then 

quizzed various new owners about their intentions with 

their purchases after the hammer had fallen on a range 

of properties from across Wales. 

Auctioneer Paul Fosh, owner of Newport-based 

Paul Fosh Auctions, a familiar face on the long running 

TV show, told bidders ahead of the sale and to a ripple 

of laughter: “The BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer 

cameras are here tonight, so if for any reason, perhaps 

you’re here with someone you shouldn’t be and don’t 

want to appear on screen, move to the rear of the hall.” 

Homes under the Hammer is a popular day time 

show which follows buyers of property at auction from 

an initial inspection of an auction house, to the moment 

the hammer falls and then the ensuing renovation of the 

property for rental, owner occupation or re sale. 

Local property experts are invited to give an initial 

appraisal of a property pre-renovation and to return, 

after work has been completed, to offer a valuation 

as to possible rental and re sale price which could 

subsequently be achieved. 

Paul Fosh, no stranger to the cult show, said: “We 

often have the Homes Under the Hammer cameras in 

the hall for our auctions. 

“The team are very professional and completely 

unobtrusive during the sale. Buyers are approached in 

the ante room immediately after they have bought their 

lot to see if they want to share their story about what 

they have bought and why. There is no obligation to be 

filmed in this way but many are happy to take part. 

“It’s fun a few months later to see the property and 

owners in the Paul Fosh Auctions hall with their new 

property as it was when they bought it and afterwards 

and to know how things developed over time. 

“It’s generally the quirkier properties which garner 

the most attention as regards Homes Under the Hammer 

but south Wales Valleys terraced houses are also popular 

as are conversions of, for example, former pubs and 

chapels into living accommodation and how that is 

achieved for the programme makers.” 

“This latest sale threw up a number of properties 

which may well make the programme including former 

mining cottages, closed pubs and a gorgeous Treorchy 

chapel which has already been converted into a fabulous 

home.” 

The Paul Fosh Auctions sale realised a total of 

£3,287,556 from the sale of 34 lots from the 56 offered 

at the auction. 

The next Paul Fosh Auctions sale in south Wales is 

on Thursday, June 13, at The Cardiff North Hotel by 

Accor, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, starting at 5pm. 

www.paulfoshauctions.com 

require a 

FULL TIME ADMINISTRATOR 

to assist the senior team in the 

Fine & Country Monmouth office. 

The successful applicant will provide efficient administrative 

and secretarial support to include sales administration, 

diary management, maintaining accurate and current data, 

managing incoming emails and telephone calls and must be 

able to liaise with clients professionally and courteously. 

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills 

• The ability to work in a busy environment as part of a 

team and on their own initiative 

• Marketing experience an advantage 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• A confident and helpful telephone manner 

37.5 hours per week. Salary dependent on experience. 

Please apply via email with a CV and covering letter to: 

joanne.jones@fineandcountry.com 

Parrys Monmouth 

require a 

FULL TIME SALES NEGOTIATOR 

to join the Parrys team. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Excellent customer service 

• IT and communication skills 

• Knowledge of local area 

• Self-motivation but also be a positive and 

adaptable team player 

• Work Saturdays on a rota 

• Experience within sales and lettings preferable 

37.5 hours per week. Salary negotiable. 

Please apply via email with a CV and covering letter 

ben.watkins@parrys.com

PROPERTIES 15 

bedroom 


Oak Cottage, Llantrisant, Usk NP15 1LG 

m2 Estate Agents 01291 672827 www.m2ea.co.uk 

Price 

£470,000 

Vast family home providing generous accommodation over three levels, 

situated in a popular village area approx 3.5 miles from Usk. 

Situated in this popular village lying approx 3.5 miles from Usk beneath Wentwood 

Forest, this modern 5 bedroom detached family home offers generous family 

accommodation over 3 levels. The well planned accommodation comprises: an entrance 

hall with contemporary turned staircase and WC, Study, good size lounge & large dining 

room opening to the garden. A spacious kitchen benefits from integral appliances and 

central island provides a breakfast bar. To the 1st floor 4 double bedrooms (3 with 

ensuite shower rooms) and well-appointed family bathroom. 



5 




bathroom 

bathroom 





space over and boiler room. A lawned garden extends to the side. 

bathroom 



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4 4 1 


To the second floor a large 5th bedroom and landing which provides an extra seating 

area or office. The property benefits from oil fired central heating and double glazing. 

Outside: A gravel driveway provides extensive parking and leads to a garage with loft 

Purchasers should note the property is currently let on a 6 month tenancy ending in 

approximately July 2019. 

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31 Mametz Grove, Gilwern, Abergavenny 

m2 Estate Agents 01873 856388 www.m2ea.co.uk 

Price 

£359,950 



4 





bathroom 

bathroom 

Detached new build property immaculately presented throughout. 

South facing garden enjoying views across the Usk Valley. 

Situated on a new build estate and occupying a generous corner plot is this immaculate 

detached family home. The property offers an impressive breadth of accommodation 

including four double bedrooms, a 30ft kitchen diner, 2 further reception rooms, 

family bathroom & master en suite. There is UPVC double glazing & gas central 

heating throughout with further benefits to include off road parking and garage with 






bathroom 


parking 

parking 


2 2 1 

an enclosed south facing garden to the rear. Gilwern village centre is located a stone’s 

throw away offering a range of amenities to include shops, pubs & doctors surgery. The 

local primary school is also a short distance from the property with secondary schooling 

available in the nearby towns both Abergavenny and Crickhowell. We are pleased to 

offer this property to the market with no onward chain. 

GAS 

parking

Usk Office 

17 Bridge St, Usk NP15 1BQ 

01291 672827 

3 

LLANGYBI 

Nestled within the Usk Valley surrounded by countryside, close to Llangybi 

village, this Grade II* listed farmhouse occupies approximately 2.5 acres. 

Reputed to be one of the area’s oldest properties dating back to the 1600s, 

this superb farmhouse sits at the end of a long driveway with grounds 

flanking one side. Retaining some exceptional period features including 

Inglenook fireplaces to the main reception rooms, original stone stairwells, 

exposed beams, arched studded wooden doors and wood panelling. 

£699,950 

NEW INN 

An exceptionally spacious and well-proportioned family home situated on 

the outer edge of New Inn. This small village is located just over 4 miles from 

Cwmbran town centre. Pontypool & New Inn train station is just 1.5 miles away 

and Newport is circa 8 miles giving direct access to the M4 Bristol & Cardiff. 

The impressive frontage of this period home sits behind the double electric 

gates of an in out brick paviour drive. Planted borders lead to a sloping lawn 

which continues down and around the rear of the house. 

£699,950 

CALDICOT 

A modern 3 bedroom semi detached home situated 

on the fringe of the popular village of Caerwent. The 

ideal family accommodation briefly comprises: an 

entrance hall & ground floor WC, lounge with French 

doors to the rear and kitchen/diner. To the first floor: 

3 bedrooms, family bathroom and en-suite shower 

room to the master bedroom. Outside: to the front an 

enclosed forecourt laid with stone with inset shrubs, 

side access to the rear garden. To the rear: a seating 

area and enclosed lawn garden, side access via 

gate. Single garage. 

USK 

An ideal first time buy or lock up and leave, this first 

floor spacious one bedroom apartment is situated 

off Twyn Square in the centre of Usk. Situated at the 

end of a cul de sac, within walking distance of all the 

local facilities. The accommodation is well presented 

with a modern kitchen and refitted bathroom, the 

lounge features a large picture window which 

enjoys views over Usk towards Wentwood. Fitted 

Reflectalux wardrobes to the double bedroom, 

double glazing, communal parking, private gated 

communal gardens and secure storage room. 

PONTYPOOL 

A spacious 2 bedroom property mid terrace 

situated in this popular location and offering ideal 

accommodation for a first time buyer or investor. 

The property briefly comprises, to the ground: A 

lounge with bay window recessed fireplace and 

wood burner, sitting room/dining room with original 

cupboards to alcoves, kitchen with porch/utility off. 

To the first floor: 2 double bedrooms & a good sized 

bathroom. The property benefits from Upvc double 

glazing & gas fired central heating. To the front an 

enclosed forecourt. 

£219,950 Guide Price £130,000 - £135,000 £119,950 

www.m2ea.co.uk

Abergavenny Office 

11 Cross St, Abergavenny NP7 5EH 

01873 856388 

USK 

Built by the current owners in 2000 is this exceptionally light and Spacious 

family home on half an acre. Situated outside of Usk in a Semi rural lane 

walking distance of the local pub and within close Proximity to main road links 

to Cardiff & Bristol. Designed around family and entertaining this individual 

house offers a layout that flows yet with defined internal space. Set almost 

central in its half an acre plot the gardens are all enclosed by hedgerow and 

fencing. 

£699,950 

ABERGAVENNY 

The cottage is situated within the green hills of the Brecon Beacons National 

Park and has the benefit of offering an opportunity to enjoy a rural location 

within five and a half miles of Abergavenny and Crickhowell. This attractive 

stone-built cottage forms part of a cluster of properties set in idyllic 

surroundings. The present owner has improved the property incorporating 

the garage to create additional living accommodation and enlarging an 

existing first floor bedroom. The cottage has a wealth of character features. 

£595,000 

GOVILON 

A well-presented three bedroom semi detached 

property situated in the village of Govilon. The 

property has been updated by the current owners 

to include on the ground floor a spacious entrance 

hall, lounge, and large fitted kitchen/breakfast room 

with french doors to the rear garden. To the first floor 

are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom, and 

modern family bathroom. Gardens to the front of the 

property are open plan and principally lawned whilst 

the garden to rear enjoys fabulous views. Rear gated 

access leads to the garage and parking. 

LLANFOIST 

Situated in the highly desirable village of Llanfoist 

is this semi-detached property which is located 

on a popular new build development with local 

amenities available nearby. The accommodation 

includes 3 bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen dining room, 

ground floor cloakroom, first floor family bathroom 

and master en-suite. The property benefits from 

gas central heating and UPVC double glazing with 

a generous enclosed garden provided to the rear. 

There is a driveway to the rear providing parking for 

three vehicles. No onward chain. 

ABERGAVENNY 

An excellent investment opportunity, this is a 

semi detached cottage which has been mostly 

refurbished with accommodation to include 

entrance porch leading to hallway with two 

reception rooms off, there is a rear hallway leading to 

a fitted kitchen/breakfast room and a shower room 

with a utility area. There is a garage and driveway 

providing parking facilities and enclosed garden 

to rear. Planning permission has been passed for a 

detached bungalow. 

£249,950 £210,000 

£325,000 

www.m2ea.co.uk

18 NEWS 

Monmouthshire 

welcomes new 

pollinator project 

A new pilot project Nature Isn’t Neat will be launched during Monmouth Town’s Bee Festival 

at The Nelson’s Garden on Sunday May 19th. 

Bees for Development are organising the Monmouth Bee Festival, now 

in its 4th year, taking place in the Nelson Garden and Chippenham 

Field. 

The MCC pollinator project provides communities with information 

and ideas to encourage more and more bees, butterflies and other insects to 

populate and pollinate gardens, meadows, hedgerows and verges. 

The project has been funded via the Welsh Government Rural 

Communities under the LEADER measure of the Rural Development 

Programme 2014 – 2020 and aims to encourage the public to think about 

how they can protect species that help provide a vast amount of food. 

The project, based in Monmouth is led by Monmouth Town Council 

in partnership with local experts from Bees for Development, Transition 

Monmouth, Bee Friendly Monmouthshire and Monmouth Meadow Group. 

The project is supported by Monmouthshire County Council and will run 

until June 2020. 

The project is looking for residents, local schools and community 

groups to get involved and join the Twitter or Facebook pages. It provides 

an opportunity for communities to share what is already happening to 

boost pollination in Monmouthshire. 

Cllr Bryan Jones Cabinet Member for Biodiversity said: 

‘Pollinators are so important to help our environment thrive, 

Nature Isn’t Neat is a great example of how groups can work 

together to make a positive impact in the county. We pride ourselves 

with our commitment to biodiversity in Monmouthshire we are 

constantly looking at the ways we can positively manage our green 

spaces to encourage bees, butterflies, flora and fauna to visit. I 

encourage residents of all ages to think about what they plant, no 

matter how big or small your garden the new project can help you 

make a difference.’ 

There are many ways to find out how to make a positive impact 

or find out what existing activities are taking place via the Nature 

Isn’t Neat social media channels: Follow @natureisntneat on Twitter 

and Nature Isn’t Neat on Facebook. 

Residents are encouraged to take part in a short survey to find 

out how much communities understand about pollinators and what 

the project can do to help increase awareness and pollinators in 

Monmouthshire. The survey is available: 

https://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/nin/ 

More activities, regular updates on social media, workshops and 

competitions will take place in coming months. 

For more information contact NiN@monmouthshire.gov.uk. 

More information about opportunities to support locally, nationally and internationally can be found by contacting the team at 

Bees for Development, 1 Agincourt Street, Monmouth NP25 3DZ United Kingdom 

Tel +44 (0)1600 714848 info@beesfordevelopment.org www.beesfordevelopment.org

OPEN DAY 

6pm till 9pm 

Tuesday 12th February. 

To register your interest please contact Roscoe Rogers and Knight on 01600 772929 

Please join us for drinks and canapés at 

Beaufort Lodge, 

Pentwyn Lane, 

Penallt, 

Monmouth, 

NP25 4SF 

OPEN DAY 

Saturday 18th May 

11am - 2pm 

Clarence House and Mulberry House, 

Pentwyn Lane, Penallt, 

Monmouth NP25 4SF 

These two, brand new, detached, 5-bedroom, high 

quality, executive homes have attractive countryside 

views located within the sought-after village of 

Penallt just a short drive from Monmouth and easy 

reach of Chepstow and the major road networks and 

the Wye Valley. 

RSVP: sales@sgraynerhomes.com 

Built and finished to a very high specification with 

high thermal values and top quality fixtures and 

fittings throughout. Landscaped gardens, paved 

drives and double garages. 

Penallt is South of Monmouth on the Chepstow road 

with easy access to the A40 at Mitchel Troy/ 

Monmouth, which directly connects to the M4 & 

M50 and the M48/M4 is also easily accessible at 

Chepstow. The village has an excellent range of 

activities centred around Pelham Hall including the 

thriving Cricket, Tennis and Badminton clubs as well 

as The Inn at Penallt, an excellent Public House and 

Michelin star restaurant with 4 AA rosettes. 

The accommodation is set over two floors. The 

ground floor is centred around an impressive 

Reception Hall with turned central staircase with a 

Cloakroom. The Spacious Kitchen has an open plan 

Dining Room, Sitting Room with bi-fold doors leading 

out to the patio terrace with attractive countryside 

views and there is a Family Room/Study. The first 

floor has a galleried central Landing providing access 

to the Master Bedroom with Dressing Room & Ensuite 

Shower Wet Room. Three further double 

Bedrooms, one with an En-suite Shower Wet Room 

and there is a separate family Bathroom & Shower 

Room. 

www.sgraynerhomes.com

Chepstow 

01291 629799 

Usk 

01291 672034 

Monmouth 

01600 775930 

Abergavenny 

01873 858990 

Ross-on-Wye 

01989 764132 

CHEPSTOW TOWN 

This unique historic Grade II Listed Georgian three storey terraced town 

house is situated adjacent to The Town Gate of Chepstow. Situated at the 

upper end of Chepstow High Street and within walking distance of all 

amenities the spacious accommodation is spread over three floors to include 

living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, four bedrooms (one of 

which is currently used as a snug and leads through to a study/dressing room), 

bathroom, en-suite and separate wc. There is also an idyllic private courtyard 

garden. EPC Rating: N/A 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £400,000 

BROCKWEIR 

This unique three storey Grade II Listed five bedroomed c1600 house offers superb 

family accommodation yet retains many original features forming a fundamental part of 

Brockweir history. Chepstow and the M48 motorway network is approximately 8 miles 

distant together with the M48 motorway network for onward commuting to Bristol, 

Newport or Cardiff. The accommodation comprises on the ground floor: vestibule, 

living/dining room, cloakroom, kitchen, utility room. There are three bedrooms (master 

bedroom with en-suite) and family bathroom on the first floor and a further two 

bedrooms (one with en-suite) and games room/teenage den/family room on the second 

floor. There is also an enclosed rear garden. EPC Rating: N/A 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Offers over £500,000 

Newport 

01633 927277 

Cardiff 

02921 690690 

OLDCROFT 

Immaculately presented detached house, completely refurbished to a very high standard, offering 

excellent stylish family accommodation with very attractive, landscaped gardens and grounds of 

approximately one acre. Enjoying a truly idyllic unspoilt setting with fine views and just 13 miles to 

Chepstow and the M48 for commuting to Bristol, London, Newport and Cardiff. There is a small 

stable block comprising two stables and tack room (which are currently used as storage/workshops) 

plus large chicken run. Accommodation comprises entrance hall, living room, dining room, 

cloakroom, kitchen, utility/boot room, four bedrooms and family bathroom. There is extensive 

parking and the former garage has been converted to a studio/teenagers den and possible annexe. 

EPC Rating: D 

SHIRENEWTON 

A Detached Country House of character in an elevated south facing and 

private position with outstanding views across its own paddock and adjoining 

countryside to the Severn Estuary and beyond. Set in unspoilt countryside in 

the heart of rural Monmouthshire and standing in approximately 1.65 acres, 

the property offers spacious and flexible accommodation (with 4 bedrooms in 

the main property and an attached 2 bedroom annexe) with potential for 

further development. Outbuildings include a stone built barn and 2 stone built 

loose boxes. EPC Rating: D 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £600,000 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £1,050,000

Regionally 

40 offices 

throughout 

Wales and the 

South West 

DIXTON, MONMOUTH 

A beautifully presented 3-bedroom family home occupying a convenient yet semi rural, 

elevated position on the outskirts of town. The original cottage is believed to date back 

to the late 18th Century and enjoys stunning panoramic views of Monmouth and 

surrounding countryside. Bordering open farmland to one side and edged by an apple 

orchard on the other, the property is enclosed by a stone wall which incorporates an 

attractive water feature, fed from a natural spring. There is a useful detached stone 

outbuilding, currently used as a home office, plus a carport and workshop with further 

scope. EPC Rating: E 

UPPER REDBROOK, MONMOUTH 

An elegant Victorian house, extended and refurbished in recent years. 

Beautifully decorated interiors with a host of period features such as large sash 

windows, fireplaces and flagstone flooring. Accommodation includes three 

bedrooms to the first floor, all having lovely views to the south and east, and 

two further bedrooms to the second floor. Large bay windows in both the 

sitting room and dining room overlook the delightful gardens to the front with 

the wooded valleys of the River Wye beyond. EPC Rating: F 

Nationally 

225 offices across 

Great Britain 

Internationally 

Plus 75 

offices globally 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £525,000 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £698,000 

5000 

professional 

associates all 

around the world 

LLANDEGVETH 

Ty Prif is a substantial residence set in large mature grounds extending to approximately 1.3 acres 

and is located in the heart of Monmouthshire countryside just north of the Village of Llandegveth. 

The property stands in an elevated position with fine open rural views over local countryside. 

Approached via a gated driveway the property has been extended and upgraded by the current 

owners and the accommodation is arranged over three floors with a spectacular large Drawing 

Room with feature open fireplace with a mezzanine level overlooking the Drawing Room having 

vaulted and beamed ceiling and wrought iron balustrades etc. It is the Agent's opinion that to fully 

appreciate the unusual and unique features contained within this property and internal inspection is 

essential. EPC Rating: E 

RAGLAN 

A spacious 4 bed detached family home parts of which we understand originate from 1900 which 

has been extended & updated over the years. The property lends itself to multi generational living & 

has excellent facilities for people wishing to work from home. Comprising 4 spacious reception 

rooms & a most attractive well fitted farmhouse style kitchen with Aga, utility room & laundry room. 

To the f/f are 4 double bedrooms the master bedroom being en suite plus a further bathroom. 

Standing in approximately 2 acres of grounds with excellent parking facilities with a driveway leading 

to a triple car garage with further carports at either end. Within 1 of the paddocks lies a timber clad 

stable block with tack room etc (ideal for conversion to a home office, subject to necessary planning 

consent). EPC Rating: F 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672034 £850,000 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672034 £820,000

usk 01291 672212 

chepstow 01291 626262 

archerandco.com 

2 1 1 C 

5 1 2 D 

3 1 2 D 

3 2 3 C 

TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW 

Semi-detached 2 bed bungalow 

Within easy access to M48 motorway network 

Driveway providing ample off road parking 

Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62 

Guide price £205,000 

CALDICOT 

Extended semi-detached 5 bed house 

Driveway providing ample off road parking 

Within 5 miles of M48 for onward commuting 



CHEPSTOW 

Detached 3 bed family home 

Convenient for M48 motorway network 

No onward chain 



LYDNEY 

Recently extended & refurbished 3 bed detached house 

Approximately 10 miles from Chepstow & M48 

Large beautifully landscaped gardens to rear 



3 1 1 C 

4 2 1 N/A 

4 2 4 C 

5 3 2 C 

SEDBURY, CHEPSTOW 

Refurbished semi detached house 

Three bedrooms, family bathroom plus en-suite 

Good off-road parking 

MOUNTON, CHEPSTOW 

Picturesque Grade II listed 4 bed property 

Located within the grounds of Mounton House Park 


PORTSKEWETT 

Immaculately presented & extended detached 4 bed house 

Popular location with easy drive to M48 motorway network 

Views over surrounding countryside to the rear 

TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW 

Modern 5 bed three storey detached family house 

Within 2 miles of M48 motorway network 

Ample off road parking & garage 


£205,000 







3 1 2 D 

4 2 1 C 

3 1 2 F 

2 1 1 N/A 

CHEPSTOW 

Detached 3 bed family home 

Easy access to M48 Severn Bridge for commuting 




LANGSTONE, NEWPORT 

Detached immaculately presented 4 bed house 

Close to transport links 

Ample parking & single integral garage 



THE DANES, CHEPSTOW 

Detached 3 bed family home in popular location 

Approximately 1.5 miles from M48 




CHEPSTOW 

Charming 18th Century 2 bed cottage 

Private rear garden 

Easy walking distance to Town Centre 



3 1 1 E 

4 3 3 C 

3 2 3 D 

4 2 3 Exempt 

USK 

Large Three Bedroom First Floor Flat 

Convenient Central Usk Location 

Spacious Well Proportioned Family Accommodation 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£215,000 

PONTHIR 

Superbly Maintained Detached Property 

3 Reception Rooms, 4 Bedrooms (Master en Suite) 

Good Size Gardens, Double Garage 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£410,000 

LLANGWM 

Idyllic Rural Location with Fine Open Views 

Flexible Family Accommodation 

Superb Gardens, Double Garage 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£420,000 

LLANGEVIEW 

Prestigious 4 Bed 16th Century Property 

Particularly Spacious Accommodation 

Large Gardens With 3 Acre Paddock 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£585,000 

Chepstow USK London 

Associated Park Lane office

PROPERTIES 23 

bedroom 


Mill Hill, Brockweir, Chepstow 

Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com 

Price 

£500,000 





a village which has existed since at least the 13th Century and enjoys the traditional village life together 




with the local pub which is within walking distance. 

4 

bathroom 

bathroom 

3 1 

bathroom 

living room living room etccentral heating 




This unique detached four bedroomed house is centrally situated in the popular village of Brockweir, 

GAS LPG 

parking 

Around Brockweir and the beautiful and renowned 

Wye Valley there are a wealth of countryside walks 

along the river bank and opportunities for the outdoor 

enthusiast. Chepstow and the M48 motorway network 

is approximately 8 miles distant offering amenities to 

include shops, restaurants, pubs, leisure facilities, road, 

bus and rail links together with the M48 motorway 

network for onward commuting to Bristol, Newport or 

Cardiff. Situated off a quiet country lane which also leads 

to Hewelsfield village shop established as a non profit 

making community enterprise, and has been described 

as a triumph of community spirit’. The accommodation 

comprises entrance hall, family room/study, cloakroom, 

living room, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, utility 

room, four bedrooms, family bathroom and separate wc. 


Bwthyn Draig, St Ann Street, Chepstow 

Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com 

Price 

£290,000 



thoughtfully decorated to make the most of its age by the current central Vendors. 

central heating heating 


2 


1 1 

This charming 18th Century Grade II listed cottage is in excellent condition throughout and has been 

The cottage retains many original features including stone walling, ceiling beams and 

feature fireplace. The property is situated in lower Chepstow and is within walking 

distance of the town centre, wine bars, gastro pubs and the Old Wye Bridge which 

crosses from Monmouthshire in Wales to Gloucestershire in England and although 

bathroom 

bathroom 






there have been earlier wooden bridges on this site since Norman times, the current 

road bridge was constructed of cast iron in 1816. The accommodation comprises living 

room, kitchen, study, two bedrooms garage/covered and bathroom. parking parking parking There parking are attractive private low 

maintenance gardens with a raised decking area and patio. 

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24 

PROPERTIES 

bedroom 


St Lawrence Park, Chepstow 

Moon & Co 01291 624881 www.thinkmoon.co.uk 

Price 

£319,950 






established St Lawrence development itself located within walking distance of Chepstow’s busy town centre 




as well as offering excellent road access via the M48 motorway to Cardiff and Bristol. 

3 

bathroom 

bathroom 

bathroom 




2 2 1 

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108 St Lawrence Park comprises of a modern, detached, family house occupying a pleasant position within the 

parking 

The property offers entrance hall, living room, separate dining room, well appointed 

kitchen along with ground floor cloakroom/wc and to the first floor, three bedrooms 

the master bedrooms benefiting from en-suite shower room as well as family bathroom. 

The rear gardens are noteworthy as they enjoy a southerly aspect. To the side of the 

property is a detached garage/covered garage parking parking with parking driveway parking giving parking space for up to three 

vehicles. 

LAST CHANCE TO BUY 

THE ROLLS BUILDINGS 

Hereford Road, Monmouth, NP25 3PE 

• One bedroom, new build, first floor apartment 

• Set within established communal gardens 

• Allocated parking 

• Flooring included throughout 

Typical Internal 

• Ensuite to master bedroom 

• Chain free and ready to move into 

Call haart today to learn more Tel: 01600 772413 

redcliffehomes.co.uk

Sales & Lettings Agent 

Open 7 days per week 

No Sale - No Fee 

Free Valuations 

Chepstow Office Tel: 01291 629292 

MOUNTON DRIVE, CHEPSTOW 

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED AND EXTENDED DETACHED HOME 

• FOUR BEDROOMS, MASTER WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 

• MODERN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 

• THREE RECEPTION ROOMS 

• DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE WITH ELECTRIC CAR C 

HARGING POINT 

£395,000 

ROWAN DRIVE, BULWARK 

• WELL PRESENTED MID TERRACE PROPERTY 

• TWO BEDROOMS 

• LIVING ROOM WITH CONSERVATORY OFF 

• WELL MAINTAINED GARDENS FRONT AND REAR 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN 

£199,950 

MAPLE AVENUE, BULWARK 

• DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS BUNGALOW 

• ONE/TWO BEDROOMS 

• TWO/ONE RECEPTION ROOMS 

• MODERN KITCHEN WITH PORCH OFF TO REAR GARDEN 

• GARAGE WITH PARKING TO REAR 

£179,950 

ST LAWRENCE PARK, CHEPSTOW 

• IMMACULATELY PRESENTED DETACHED HOME 

• 4 BEDROOMS, MASTER WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 

• KITCHEN PLUS SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS 

• SUPERB LANDSCAPED GARDENS FRONT, SIDE AND REAR 

£474,950 

WYEBANK WAY, TUTSHILL 

• SEMI-DETACHED BUNGALOW IN SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION 


• LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• GARAGE AND PARKING 


£199,950 

CROMWELL ROAD, BULWARK 

• SEMI DETACHED, EXTENDED FAMILY HOME 

• FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• THREE RECEPTION ROOMS 

• LARGE PARKING AREA TO FRONT LAID TO BRICK PAVIOUR 

• GENEROUS LAWNED REAR GARDENS 

£305,000 (OFFERS OVER) 

SEDBURY COURT, SEDBURY 

• TASTEFULLY APPOINTED DETACHED HOUSE 

• FOUR BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE 

• ATTRACTIVE BAY FRONTED LIVING ROOM 

• SPACIOUS KITCHEN WITH FAMILY/DINING/SEATING AREA 

• GARDENS TO REAR 

£299,950 

JAMES STEPHENS WAY, THORNWELL 

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED END TERRACE 

• TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• KITCHEN/DINING ROOM WITH FRENCH DOORS TO GARDEN 

• GARAGE AND PARKING 


£209,995 

Magor/Undy Area 

Tel: 01633 745396 

Chepstow Lettings Office 

Tel: 01291 624881 

HILLSIDE, ST ARVANS 

• SEMI-DETACHED COTTAGE 


• STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE VIEW 

• AVAILABLE NOW 

• EPC RATING E 

£550.00 PCM 

ACACIA AVENUE, UNDY 

• TWO BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED 

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN DINER 

• OFF ROAD PARKING 

• AVAILABLE 13TH MAY 

• EPC RATING D 

£675.00 PCM 

TEWDRIC HOUSE, CHEPSTOW 

• BRAND NEW TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT 

• LARGE BRIGHT OPEN PLAN LIVING AREA 

• ALLOCATED OFF ROAD PARKING 


• EPC RATING C 

£700.00 PCM 

SYCAMORE AVENUE, BULWARK 

• EXTENDED SEMI DETACHED BUNGALOW 


• WET ROOM WITH BATH AND SHOWER 



£725.00 PCM 

LABURNUM WAY, BULWARK 

• END TERRACE THREE BEDROOM 

• OPEN PLAN LOUNGE DINER 

• SEPARATE KITCHEN 



£750.00 PCM 

KING ALFREDS ROAD, SEDBURY 

• SEMI DETACHED HOUSE 

• THREE BEDROOMS 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS 

• AVAILABLE 17TH JUNE 


£750.00 PCM 

TURNPIKE CLOSE, CHEPSTOW 

• DETACHED THREE BED HOUSE 

• OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINGING/KITCHEN AREA 

• GARAGE WITH DRIVEWAY WITH PARKING FOR 3 VEHICLES 



£950.00 PCM 

BRYN DRAENOG, SHIRENEWTON 

• EXECUTIVE DETACHED HOME 

• FOUR/FIVE BEDROOMS 

• SPACIOUS RECEPTION ROOMS 


• EPC RATING C 

£1450.00 PCM 

www.thinkmoon.co.uk

Sales - Monmouth 

Residents 

Car Parking 


Recently 

Updaated 

and Improved 


Double 

Glazed Sash 

Windows 


Extended 

Monk Street £169,950 

Kings Fee £170,000 

Monnow Street £175,000 

Hillcrest Road £219,000 

This penthouse two bed apartment located in the centre of 

Monmouth close to local amenities such as schools, shops and new 

leisure centre. Featuring a modern fitted kitchen. EPC - D. 

This very well presented three bedroom mid terraced property 

situated in this sought after location which is close to local shops 

and road links as well as being close to Monmouth town centre 

and schools. EPC - D. 

This stunning one bedroom first floor luxury apartment with private 

outdoor decked space for entertaining and Alfresco dining in 

a superb building comprising of four flats set in the heart of the 

Monmouth town centre. EPC - D. 

Situated within a peaceful cul de sac, this three bed semi-detached 

house offers great family living space. In catchment area for great 

primary and secondary schools. EPC - C. 


Fully 

Renovated 

Great 

Views 



Planning 

in place for 

extension 


Country 

Views 

Wonastow Close £230,000 

Fairview Close £235,000 

St Thomas Road £315,000 

Lancaster Way £350,000 

This Bungalow located close to the centre of Monmouth, this has 

been done to a good neutral standard with great space internally 

with two bedrooms, living, dining space and a modern kitchen, 

the garden also has a great amount of space and is very low 

maintenance. EPC - C. 

Located in a peaceful CUL DE SAC, this well presented two bed 

bungalow has a LARGE LIVING ROOM, CONSERVATORY and 

ATTRACTIVE LOW MAINTENCE GARDEN and is offered with NO 

ONWARD CHAIN. EPC - D. 

The ever popular Field House Farm area of Monmouth is located 

just a 5 minute walk into town as well as good access to shops, 

local schools and bus routes. Planning permission has been 

granted to extend for further bedrooms if required (STPC). EPC - D. 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this superb extended four 

bedroom detached family home which is situated in this sought 

after location. GARAGE. TWO DRIVEWAYS. MUST BE VIEWED! NO 

CHAIN. EPC - D. 

Sales - Chepstow Sales - Chepstow Sales - Chepstow Sales - Chepstow 

Viewings 

Advised 

New to 

the Market 

New to 

the Market 

Ideal First 

time buyer 

Llanover House £350,000 

Siskin Crescent £325,000 

Ash Tree £221,995 

Hazel Avenue £187,950 

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this superb updated and 

improved three bedroom traditional mid terraced property. Situated 

in the highly sought after area of Pwllmeyric which is a small village 

located on the outskirts of Chepstow. LARGE GARDENS! Must be 

viewed to be fully appreciated! EPC - D. 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this well presented modern 

detached family home located on this sought after development 

located near the Severn Tunnel Railway Junction and M4 access 

making it ideal for commuting. Garage and driveway! MUST BE 

VIEWED! EPC - D. 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this well presented three 

bedroom semi-detached property which was built in 2014. Set 

in this sought after location on the edge of the ancient Roman 

settlement of Caerwent, in close proximity to the A48 giving great 

access to Newport and Chepstow! EPC - C. 

Peter Alan are pleased to offer for sale this three bedroom semidetached 

property set in the popular village of Caldicot with easy 

access to the local shops, road and rail links! Easy commuter links 

to Newport, Cardiff and Bristol! NO CHAIN! EPC - D. 

Sales - Chepstow 

Rural 

Location 


Open 

Field Views 


Versatile 

Location 


New to 

the Market 

Brookside £240,000 

Wallwern Wood £480,000 

Wyndcliffe View £290,000 

Martins Road £410,000 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this well presented three 

double bedroom property which has been updated and improved. 

Situated on the edge of the stunning village of Tintern situated in 

the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty! NO CHAIN. 

MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - E. 

Spacious Four Bedroom EXTENDED detached property with three 

en-suites in sought after ‘Romana Grange’ residential area, on the 

edge of open fields and set just outside Chepstow town centre. 

MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - D. 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this superb updated & 

improved four bedroom detached immaculately presented family 

home. Situated in this sought after cul-de-sac location of Rockfield 

Crescent. A beautifully presented detached family home in a 

secluded position! MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - D. 

Peter Alan are delighted to offer for sale this superb four double 

bedroom detached family home located in this popular cul-desac 

within the historic Roman village of Caerwent. Updated & 

improved accommodation. Convenient location. MUST BE VIEWED! 

EPC - TBC.

PROPERTIES 27 

bedroom 


Orchard View, Lydbrook 

pa black 01600 714355 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£425,000 


This deceptively larger than average superb four double bedroom three storey detached family home 


which was built by its current owners in 1993. Would suit multi 

central central heating 

generation 

heating 

living. 



Located in this sought after semi-rural village location. 

4 



bathroom 

bathroom 


bathroom 




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Being in a slightly elevated setting the property enjoys lovely views towards the church 

and woodland. The village of Lydbrook has local amenities including a convenience 

store, doctors surgery, primary school. 

Stunning accommodation comprises of a hallway, refitted high specification kitchen, 

cloakroom/WC, lounge, utility room and garage to the ground floor. Three bedrooms 


(master with ensuite), family bathroom, dressing room and office to the first floor. 

To the basement level there is a conservatory, kitchen, utility area, shower room, side 

porch and a further bedroom. Front and landscaped rear garden. 

bedroom 


Woolpitch Wood 

pa black 01291 630876 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£300,000 



4 





bathroom 

bathroom 



bathroom 




parking 


2 3 1 

Stunning four bedroom three storey executive family home which has been updated and improved throughout 


to a very high standard and located in this highly sought after location! 

The accommodation comprises of an entrance hall, sitting 

room, cloakroom/wc and a kitchen/breakfast room with 

the addition of all the white goods, wine fridge and boiling 

water tap to remain. Bedroom two and lounge to the first 

floor. Three further bedrooms (master with ensuite) and 

a family bathroom to the second floor. The property 

benefits from a number of superb features which include 

dakiin air conditioning, recessed low energy lighting with 

movement on/off sensors throughout. Stylish bathroom 

and shower room feature body air dryers! Landscaped 

front and rear gardens. Allocated parking and garage. No 

chain! Must be viewed! 

Planning Permission (DC/2013/00416) for a SINGLE 

STOREY Extension has been granted. The Vendor has 

applied (Planning Reference DM/2018/01284 (published 

7 August 2018)) for a Variation of Condition 1 of the 

Previous Application DC/2013/00416 - Extend Planning. 

This has been submitted and made valid before the date 

at which the original application expires, in order to stop 

the planning lapsing. As of 2 October we are advised that 

the planning has now been renewed for a further 5 years. 

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Available for 

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Now 

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

Please contact the 7Q sales team for more information or to arrange a viewing. 

01291 418056 info@severnquay.co.uk www.severnquay.co.uk

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ADVICE 

31 

Dos and don’ts of being a landlord 

Managing a residential lettings property means covering all the bases - a combination of common sense, 

practical organisation and using a letting agent who signs up to the standards of a 

professional body such as ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents). 

Alongside this there are a range of basic do’s and don’ts; 

ARLA President, Peter Savage, highlights these below. 

Notify your mortgage and insurance 

providers 

Speak to your lender about your mortgage terms. Letting a 

property requires a different form of mortgage to owner-occupation 

and the same applies to insurance so discuss the change with your 

provider as buildings and contents may not be covered. It is also 

worth taking out insurance to protect against a tenant defaulting on rent. 

Sign up to Deposit Protection 

It has been a legal requirement for Assured Shorthold Tenancy deposits to be 

protected by a government backed scheme since 2007. For more information, visit 

our page Deposit Protection or go to the Communities and Local Government website. 

The pros and cons of furnishings 

A furnished property can be let at a higher monthly rental however if the 

furnishings are second-hand or ‘leftover’ it can deter prospective tenants. You also 

need to consider whether everything meets Furniture and Furnishing Regulations. 

Gas Safety 

Pipework, appliances and flues must be maintained in safe condition. Gas 

appliances should be serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 

If these are not available it is recommended that they are serviced annually unless 

advised otherwise by a Gas Safe registered engineer. 

Electrical Equipment 

There are also regulations governing the installation of electrical 

equipment in rental properties – ensure that these are being 

followed and that any equipment in the property is regularly tested, 

as you will need to prove your property is safe. 

Hands-on 

Enlisting a managing agent to oversee the property can help you 

to overcome all of these hurdles, especially if you are moving away from the area. At 

the very least work with a lettings agent to find your tenant as this helps to make the 

process smoother and can ensure that your tenants have undergone checks. Select the 

agent carefully, always use a professional agent (such as ARLA members) to ensure 

client money protection thereby securing both your money – and that of your tenants’ 

– and access to a redress scheme should it be required. 

Step back 

Finally, when making decisions about letting out your home, try to remember that 

you are handing it over and hopefully creating an income stream. It may have been 

your home or that of someone else in the family but you now need to allow someone 

else to make their home in it me for someone else and, hopefully, an income stream 

for you. The chances are that accidental damage or wear-and-tearwillhappen, and 

tenantswillcomplain – so try and keep a clear, detached head when dealing with those 

kinds of issues, and don’t take it personally.

32 FINANCE 

Unlock the value of your home 

with Equity Release 

Improving health and an increase in life expectancy is putting a strain on people who fund their lifestyle on 

limited resources, particularly in times of instability on stock markets and low interest rates. 

Coupled with this is the increase in debt being carried into retirement, funding the provision of care, 

supporting children in adulthood and the growth in relationship breakdown with the over 60s. 

As an owner, your property is probably your biggest asset and with the passage of time there has 

been an ever-increasing number of homeowners turning to equity release as a means of releasing some of the 

tax-free cash tied up in it. What started off as a scheme to enable people in need to release capital or income 

from their home has developed into an integral part of financial planning to be used in a variety of ways 

including: 

• maintaining your standard of living by supplementing income or replacing capital 

• consolidating credit cards, loans and other debts 

• paying off an interest-only age restricted mortgage 

• home improvements and adaptations 

• holiday of a lifetime 

• funding medical and social care 

• assisting children and grandchildren on the property ladder 

• funding divorce or civil partnership settlements for self or children 

• paying school and university fees 

• mitigating inheritance tax 

Equity release is highly regulated and there are many safeguards in place to protect 

those who take out a plan, however, it is important that advice is sought from a 

specialist solicitor and financial adviser with the relevant experience early in the process. 

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ADVICE 

33 

Lease 

Extensions 

The factor that has the greatest effect on your flat’s value is the length 

remaining on the Lease. As a lease is a wasting asset, the shorter the term 

of the Lease the more value it is losing. So initially, the first step towards 

extending the Lease is to check how much time remains on it. 

Once a Lease drops below 80 years remaining, it will 

cost more to extend, so if your Lease has less than 

85 years to run you should start thinking about 

extending it now. 

Once a Lease has 70 years or less remaining it can be more 

difficult to get a mortgage on it which makes it difficult to sell 

or re-mortgage. 

Two different ways exist in which a lease can be extended, 

namely ‘informal’ or ‘statutory.’ 

The informal route involves the Tenant and the Landlord 

negotiating the terms of the Lease extension to include such 

matters as price and the number of years to be added to the 

Lease. It is usually a cheaper alternative in respect of legal 

and surveyors’ costs, than the statutory route. 

To qualify for a Lease extension under the statutory route, 

you must have owned the flat for two years. This method is 

more complex and costlier, but a successful claim will add 

90 years to the term remaining on your Lease and the ground 

rent will be reduced to a ‘peppercorn’ rent or nominal charge. 

An application under the statutory route involves the 

formal service of Notices within strict timescales so it is 

important that you instruct a specialist conveyancer to assist 

you in this. 

Whilst both options will involve registration of the new 

Lease at Land Registry, the route you take depends very much 

on the Landlord. The informal route is voluntary so there is 

no statutory basis to compel the Landlord to respond within 

any given timeframe but is less complicated. 

Regardless of which option you take, in addition to the 

price you pay the Landlord for the Lease extension, you will 

also be responsible for your Landlords legal and valuation 

costs. 

If you would like more information or for a no obligation 

discussion, please contact Okells FrancisLaw LLP on 

either 01989 762009 or 01594 842242 or email us on 

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34 FINANCE 

Cheap borrowing and a levelling of house prices 

means it’s a buyer’s market for First Time Buyers 

House price growth across the country continues to slow down with some properties dropping in value. First Time 

Buyers need to take advantage of Help to Buy ISAs now before they close to new savers on 30 November 2019. 

For first time buyers looking to purchase their first 

home, Defaqto*, the financial information business, 

believes that the conditions are ripe now to take that 

first step onto the property ladder. 

With UK property price growth slowing in 

some areas, the number of cheap High Loan-to- 

Value mortgages on the market increasing, and the 

government’s Help to Buy ISA scheme coming to an 

end later this year, now could be the time for first 

time buyers to make the most of the present market 

conditions. 

High Loan-to-Value (LTV) mortgages, where a 

borrower can buy a house with a small deposit such 

as 5% of the value and borrow the remaining 95%, are 

typically used by first time buyers to get on the housing 

ladder. Defaqto has found that interest rates have been 

falling for 95% LTV mortgages. A year ago, the average 

interest rate on a two year fixed rate mortgage was 

3.95% and today it is 3.23%. 

In addition, first time buyers can take advantage 

of a weakening housing market. Figures out from 

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) 

in March 2019 show that UK house sales continue to 

weaken with the number of properties coming onto the 

market falling for the past eight months consecutively; 

making this a buyer’s market for first time buyers with 

a mortgage in place and no current property chain 

commitments. 

First time buyers can also take advantage of the 

government’s Help to Buy ISA scheme, but they will 

need to hurry as it is closing to new savers from 30 

November 2019. The Help to Buy ISA was set up by 

the government specifically to help first time buyers 

purchase their first home. All savings are tax-free and 

the government will donate an extra 25% towards the 

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It’s important to factor in what an increase could mean 

for your mortgage and whether you can afford it. If you 

need advice, talk to a qualified mortgage adviser who 

can recommend the best product for your needs.” 

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What is a FENSA certificate? 

FENSA is the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme - 

it is a government-authorised scheme that monitors 

building regulation compliance for replacement windows 

and doors, in England and Wales. 

The scheme was set up by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) alongside 

other partnerships, after the government launched the new Building 

Regulations for double glazing companies in 2002. It is illegal to have installed 

double-glazing in a property without a building regulations certificate. 

A FENSA certificate is a declaration given to the homeowner by an installation 

company which confirms that the windows and doors they have replaced are energy 

efficient, registered with the local council and comply with building regulations. 

The certificate is a valuable and essential document when selling the property, which 

verifies that the warranty is insured, and it is proof that the work is professional. 

Every FENSA registered installer like us here at Glevum, are continually reassessed 

by an independent inspection body to ensure consistency of Building 

Regulations adherence and service. 

What does FENSA cover? 

FENSA covers the replacement of external windows, doors, roof windows and 

roof lights in your home, against the relevant Building Regulations. Despite FENSA 

covering these areas, there are some set requirements which must be met for the 

property to qualify. The property must be sited on its original footprint, and the use 

and size of rooms mustn’t be altered. 

What does FENSA not cover? 

It is important to note that the main features that FENSA does not cover are new 

builds, conservatories, porches, extensions, any repairs (frame not included), listed 

buildings, detached garages and commercial properties. 

but also, by reporting to Local Authorities and Trading Standards companies who 

erroneously claim FENSA registration, to enable prosecution 

Here at Glevum, we are registered with FENSA and adhere to all their standards. 

It’s your responsibility as a homeowner to make sure installations are registered with 

the local council. You can read all about Glevum accreditations and memberships on 

our website in the “About section”. 

If you have any questions regarding FENSA and how we comply, please get in 

touch. 

How important is my FENSA certificate? 

A FENSA authorised installer protects homeowners, and companies like Glevum 

comply with the building regulations to deliver a FENSA approved service. However, 

not all installers comply with Building Regulations, and not all of them will register 

your installation with the local council. It’s important to be aware that compliance and 

registration are required by law. 

If your installer doesn’t mention that you’re responsible for this and doesn’t offer a 

FENSA certificate or another building regulations compliance certificate, you’ll need 

to be aware that this is something you’ll have to pay for and can be done through an 

inspection by building control. 

What’s the great thing about Glevum being FENSA 

registered? 

FENSA is the brand trusted by all local authorities, industry and government, 

and your certificates are transferable, which means they last as long as you have your 

windows, and when you sell your home, they pass to the new owner. If you own 

properties across different local authorities – for consistency of quality and price, you 

can use the same FENSA installer for all installations, as they can work in all Local 

Authority jurisdictions 

You do not have to register your window or door installation with the local 

authority yourself. Not only is the FENSA approach much faster and easier – it will 

also save you up to £250! 

We can comply with the Building Regulations without the added cost and time of 

our customers arranging the assessment by Building Control. 

An independent report commissioned by the Government found FENSA to be 

the most successful of all competent person schemes to date in the UK, across all 

industries. FENSA proactively protects consumers from the cowboys – not only by 

withholding the scheme from those unable to pass FENSA’s independent assessments;

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