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Property industry reacts to the King’s Speech<br />
The government’s policies for the upcoming year have been unveiled during the first King’s Speech in 70 years.<br />
Amid all the pomp and ceremony associated with this event, twenty-one bills were<br />
included in the speech covering everything from tobacco to football. Two bills in<br />
particular will have a direct effect on the UK property industry:<br />
Leasehold and Freehold Bill: - which aims to reform the housing market by making it<br />
cheaper and easier for leaseholders to purchase their freehold<br />
Renters (Reform) Bill: - one of the most significant pieces of legislation for private<br />
renters and landlords in the past 30 years, which aims to strengthen the security of<br />
tenure and offer better value for tenants as well as a certainty to landlords that they<br />
can “regain their properties when needed”<br />
As you would expect, the property industry was quick to react. Here’s what they’re<br />
saying:<br />
On Leasehold reform<br />
Timothy Douglas, Head of Policy and Campaigns at Propertymark, said:<br />
“Many agents and leaseholders will be relieved to hear plans for new legislation to<br />
further reform the leasehold system. However, the UK Government must ensure any<br />
legislation to abolish leaseholds is fit for purpose.<br />
“For example, there are no reports yet that have confirmed what impact capping<br />
ground rents will have on service charges, and it is important to consider that every<br />
development is individual, and some may still require aspects that justify specific<br />
service charges.<br />
“As every development will likely have unique characteristics by design, there may<br />
well be a need for sensible provision and certain clauses/exemptions where an<br />
ongoing management fee might be appropriate. There may well be communal aspects<br />
of a development design where a management charge might still be relevant for the<br />
upkeep of an area for example.”<br />
Rob Poole, Director, Glide said: “Leasehold reform should be widely welcomed –<br />
specifically because the intention is to reform rather than replace leasehold.<br />
“There has been a lot of noise around replacing leasehold with commonhold but this<br />
is unworkable on many levels. With commonhold for large blocks such as those that<br />
we manage, dispute resolution is so much more complicated because of the numbers<br />
involved, that many disputes may never be resolved. This would be compounded by<br />
the lack of a first-tier tribunal.<br />
“The Government has already done a lot to make things fairer for leaseholders, such<br />
as changes to ground rents and the work with insurance commissions. This new Bill<br />
provides an opportunity to build on that.<br />
“Similarly estate charges should come into focus more as some cases have seen<br />
rises in over 140% over the last four years. Homeowners have no mechanism to<br />
challenge estate charges in the way that leaseholders can challenge service charges<br />
at a Leasehold Valuation Tribunal. This runs the risk that estate charges could push<br />
homeowners into poverty in future years.<br />
“The proposed lease extension is also welcome, because short leases delay sales, cause<br />
chains to break down and consequently contribute to the housing crisis.<br />
“While I welcome improvement, I’m conscious that change does not necessarily<br />
constitute improvement – it is vital that the Government considers all potential<br />
changes very carefully and consults widely.”<br />
Mick Platt, Director of the Residential Freehold Association, said: “Whilst we<br />
have yet to see the details of the proposed leasehold reform Bill, the RFA welcomes<br />
the Government’s focus on services charges and maintains more must be done to<br />
ensure all property managers are appropriately regulated.<br />
“The Government must ensure any legislation does not impose unwanted obligations<br />
on residents, undermine property rights or delay the remediation of buildings.”<br />
Mark Wilson founder member of ALEP and Managing Director of<br />
myleasehold said:”While reform to the leasehold system is very much welcome, it<br />
is crucial that the Government addresses potential reform with caution. Other than<br />
the easy win of changing lease terms from 90 to 990-year term, the proposed content,<br />
such as we are aware of to date, is random and confusing and this is exacerbated by<br />
leasehold being an emotive issue.<br />
“With so many moving parts and with so much regulation already in place, including<br />
the administrative chaos of the Building Safety Act, I am concerned about the ability<br />
to deliver any meaningful reform within the time remaining this Parliament.<br />
Henry Moss, partner at law firm Ashurst said: “Many of the proposals are<br />
sensible and have been well flagged, but the proposal to allow flat owners to take<br />
over management of buildings where they are up to 50% non-residential will worry<br />
commercial investors. An investor that has a large shopping centre or office below<br />
flats will want to control how the commercial areas are run and will be concerned if<br />
flat owners can take this over unilaterally.”<br />
John Midgeley Director of ALEP and Director Partner at Seddons Solicitors<br />
said: “The vast majority of our members – 77.37% of whom voted in favour of<br />
leasehold reform in a recent poll, welcome simplification of the existing system.<br />
But given leasehold’s long history and the complexity of law, it is imperative that<br />
Parliament scrutinises fully and liaises with specialists in the field to get the detail<br />
right.”<br />
John Stephenson, Partner at law firm BDB Pitmans said: “The proposed<br />
legislation will prevent residential developers from selling houses on a leasehold basis<br />
– something most reputable developers have already stopped.<br />
“The Government’s estimates suggest that just 1% of new houses are sold on a<br />
leasehold basis, down from 15% in 2016, and with ground rents capped at a<br />
peppercorn on new builds since June last year. It is a classic case of shutting the stable<br />
door after the horse has bolted.<br />
“The legislation is disappointing for those already owning a leasehold house. Unless<br />
they can afford to buy the freehold and thus extinguish the ground rent – which can<br />
be expensive – they may find themselves continuing to pay ground rent.<br />
“That rate will be capped but the legislation is unclear at what rate and the<br />
Government may find itself having to compensate the owners of those ground rents.<br />
A consultation will follow shortly, but there is a very real risk legislation will fail to get<br />
onto the statute books before the end of this government’s term. There is no shortterm<br />
respite.<br />
“Flat owners – who make up 70% of the new homes market – can be forgiven for<br />
feeling short-changed. Whilst legislation will make it possible to extend their lease<br />
from 90 years as now to 990 years and without having to wait for two years after<br />
purchase, they will see no other changes to their leasehold arrangements and many<br />
of the Law Commission’s recommendations, such as the abolition of marriage value,<br />
have been shelved, perhaps on Human Rights Act grounds.<br />
“The promises of fundamental reform to the leasehold system appears to have lost<br />
much of its impetus, and that will disappoint all leasehold homeowners.”<br />
On Renters (Reform) Bill<br />
George Cohen, Associate Solicitor in the Real Estate Disputes Team at<br />
Irwin Mitchell said: “It does now appear that the Government is committed to<br />
passing the Renters Reform Bill before the next general election. After persistent<br />
contradictory comments from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and<br />
Communities, the Government seems intent on pushing it through.<br />
“Despite the Government’s persistence, it remains to be seen how viable it will be<br />
to enact the legislation in the near future. As per the response to the Levelling Up,<br />
Housing and Communities Committee’s fifth report, the Government confirmed that<br />
it does not intend to proceed with the abolition of Section 21 until Court reforms have<br />
taken place.<br />
“The Government obviously thinks that it can proceed with this swiftly, but it is<br />
difficult to see how this significant undertaking can be achieved in the foreseeable<br />
future. That said the Renters Reform Bill could be passed before the Court reforms are<br />
complete because most of the key changes in the Bill will only be enacted by future<br />
regulations. The legislation could therefore be finalised and enacted, with sufficient<br />
time to implement court reforms before the regime actually comes into force.<br />
“In the meantime, the Government has demonstrated some flexibility with the Bill in<br />
response to the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee’s fifth report. For<br />
example, the Government has accepted comments that the student housing market will<br />
need to retain the expectation of short-term lets.<br />
“The Government has not been convinced to keep fixed-term tenancies, but instead,<br />
will include a new ground for possession to facilitate the yearly cycle of student lets. It<br />
remains to be seen exactly how the new ground will operate, and whether it will satisfy<br />
the concerns of those in the student housing market.”<br />
Jonathan Daines, Founder and CEO of lettingaproperty.com said: “The Kings<br />
Speech has done little to provide clarity on the proposed Renters (Reform) Bill, with<br />
timescale and extent still uncertain, but did confirm the Government’s commitment to<br />
the bill. While we fully support its underlying purpose, in ensuring tenants can enjoy a<br />
safe and stable living environment, there’s a danger that legislating for rogue landlords<br />
can indirectly penalise responsible landlords, like those within our own community.<br />
“Many of these landlords are already struggling to keep pace with increasingly complex<br />
lettings legislation. Adding further layers of compliance and administration could<br />
Competition among sellers sees the largest pre-Christmas<br />
fall of asking prices in five years: Rightmove<br />
The latest data released by Rightmove has revealed that<br />
sellers are prepared to offer considerable discounts ahead<br />
of Christmas this year to attract a buyer.<br />
While asking prices usually drop at this time of year, the fall recorded by Rightmove<br />
this month is the largest November drop in five years, indicating that new sellers<br />
are also increasingly adopting more realistic price expectations from the outset of<br />
marketing to tempt potential buyers to act.<br />
According to the figures, new seller asking prices fell to £362,143 - a drop of 1.7% or<br />
-£6,088.<br />
As we approach the end of 2023, key indicators point to a market that while<br />
challenging, has been more positive than many predicted.<br />
Tim Bannister Rightmove’s Director of Property Science said: “We’d expect<br />
to see a drop in new seller asking prices in the last couple of months of the year, as<br />
serious sellers start to separate themselves from discretionary sellers and cut through<br />
the Christmas noise with an attractive price to secure a buyer.<br />
“However, the larger-than-usual drop this month signals that among the usual pricing<br />
seasonality, we are starting to see more new sellers heed their agents’ advice and<br />
come to market with more enticing prices to stand out from their over-optimistic<br />
competition. Buyers are still out there, but for many their affordability is much<br />
reduced due to higher mortgage rates.<br />
“It now looks like more sellers are understanding Rightmove’s research; that the<br />
chances of securing a buyer are much greater if they price right the first time, rather<br />
than over-pricing and reducing their price later.”<br />
Despite the turbulent end to 2022, the year to date has been better than many<br />
expected. Asking prices have eased from the unsustainably frothy heights seen during<br />
the pandemic markets, where many sales went to best and final bids.<br />
However, new seller asking prices are now just 3% behind May’s peak and this<br />
relatively small fall in asking prices, coupled with stable numbers of new properties<br />
coming to the market each month, are strong indicators that forced sales are not<br />
widespread.<br />
The number of sales being agreed is now 10% below the same period in 2019,<br />
improving from being 15% below 2019’s level last month. The pandemic-driven<br />
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place additional strain on ethical landlords, who are already committed to providing a<br />
good experience for their tenants. It’s important to strike a balance between protecting<br />
tenants and ensuring that responsible landlords are not unduly burdened by any new<br />
requirements.<br />
“The Government must refine and implement these measures effectively, considering<br />
the practical implications for those who are already working to combat poor landlord<br />
practices. We urge the Government to work closely with industry stakeholders to<br />
ensure that responsible landlords – not to mention letting agents – are not unfairly<br />
burdened by additional compliance and administrative requirements, which could<br />
inadvertently stifle the supply of high-quality rental properties.”<br />
Henry Moss, partner at law firm Ashurst said: “It feels like the Government<br />
are trying to look like they are taking action while actually kicking the can. Nofault<br />
evictions will stay in place until new court processes are in place, and there is<br />
no deadline for upgrading homes with poor energy efficiency. This just increases<br />
uncertainty for investors as to when and how rules will apply”<br />
stock shortage also now appears to be over, with the number of available homes for<br />
sale now just 1% behind this time in 2019.<br />
While there is certainly no glut of homes for sale, buyers across Great Britain are<br />
likely to see much more choice in their local area compared to a year ago.<br />
However, these are averages across Great Britain, and in the current very pricesensitive<br />
market some areas and sectors are faring better than others during this<br />
period of pricing transition. The number of sales being agreed in the smallest homes<br />
sector (studio, one-, and two-bed properties) is just 7% lower than 2019’s level,<br />
compared to the largest homes sector (four-bed detached houses and all five-bed plus<br />
properties), where agreed sales are 14% behind 2019.<br />
Meanwhile, there are yearly price declines in the Midlands and all Southern regions,<br />
however, the more affordable areas of Wales, Scotland and the North of England have<br />
seen asking price rises, as the changed market conditions affect local housing markets<br />
in different ways.<br />
Last week, the Bank of England opted to hold the Base Rate for the second<br />
consecutive time, which has supported buyer demand and helped to keep it in line<br />
with 2019’s level. Now, many will be looking to the forthcoming Autumn Statement<br />
for any policy announcements or market incentives.<br />
One rumoured announcement is a renewal of the mortgage guarantee scheme, which<br />
encourages lenders to offer a 95% Loan-To-Value mortgage helping those with a<br />
smaller deposit. However, data from the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct<br />
Authority (FCA) shows only around 5% of mortgages taken out are of this kind,<br />
highlighting the limitations of the scheme.<br />
Tim Bannister adds: “This year has brought many new challenges for buyers,<br />
sellers and agents to navigate. While there have been many twists and turns, and<br />
there are still seven weeks left of the year, the data indicates that there has been more<br />
to be positive about in 2023 than many thought there would be at this time last<br />
year. The upcoming Autumn Statement will now set the tone heading into 2024,<br />
particularly if there are any major policy announcements.<br />
He concluded: “We hope that the government has considered the impact on the<br />
market of any new policies and that any measures introduced help as many movers<br />
as possible. An announcement as limited as a mortgage guarantee scheme renewal<br />
would be a missed opportunity to provide some support to movers, particularly firsttime<br />
buyers.”<br />
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OIL6 6 6<br />
parking<br />
Tel: 01600 772929 (option 2)<br />
lettings@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk<br />
www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk<br />
3 Agincourt Square, Monmouth, NP25 3BT<br />
This substantial and elegant period townhouse has been imaginatively<br />
sub-divided to retain original features into two spacious apartments which<br />
we are offering as a whole house. Set back high off the Dixton Road with<br />
views across the river Wye towards the Kymin and a level walk from the<br />
centre and the many amenities. The driveway leads to parking for at least 4<br />
cars with a mature South facing lawn to the front and a courtyard at the back.<br />
Planning permissions in place for two apartments or to return to one<br />
large residence if desired. EPC E & E<br />
3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT<br />
Call: 01600 772929<br />
Offering enormous scope, this large four-bedroom character home with stone<br />
barn prime for renovation. Enjoying wonderful views and located in the<br />
desirable village of Trellech close to Monmouth & Chepstow. Offering<br />
generous living accommodation including a 21ft living/dining room,<br />
4 bedrooms (The principal is a suite and lends itself to a self-contained<br />
annexe having separate rooms and an independent access). EPC E<br />
DIXTON ROAD, MONMOUTH £499,999 MONMOUTH TOWN £400,000 MONMOUTH TOWN £500,000<br />
A rare opportunity to acquire a 4 bed, period<br />
detached property in a large plot set back from the<br />
road, just a short flat walk to the town centre. It<br />
has bright rooms throughout with a ground floor<br />
self-contained 1 bed annexe. Level mature gardens,<br />
a detached double garage & single workshop all set<br />
off a sweeping private, gated drive with parking for<br />
multiple vehicles. In need of being up-graded but<br />
provides an excellent opportunity for personalising.<br />
No onward chain. EPC D<br />
This is an exciting opportunity to purchase one of<br />
three Grade II listed luxurious properties that have<br />
been converted from a former Coaching Inn and<br />
recently renovated to an extremely high standard<br />
and retaining original features throughout. This<br />
Immaculately presented, contemporary and<br />
spacious two-bedroom first floor apartment is<br />
situated in the centre of town. Offering private<br />
off-road parking, an attractive inner courtyard<br />
and roof terrace. EPC C<br />
enquiries@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk • roscoerogersandknight.co.uk<br />
Ideally located a short flat walk into the centre of<br />
the town is this smartly presented four bed Grade<br />
II listed Victorian townhouse. Tastefully and<br />
sympathetically modernised, offering bright and<br />
airy accommodation over two floors. Attractive<br />
paved inner courtyard garden and integrated<br />
single garage. No onward chain. EPC D
6 THROUGH THE KEYHOLE<br />
7<br />
“When we converted the dilapidated barn in<br />
our garden into a holiday cottage, my husband<br />
etched a line in the wooden floor to mark the<br />
border between England and Wales, so people<br />
can stand with a foot either side of it!”<br />
Rebecca Stoddard, who has lived at Box Bush in Upper<br />
Redbrook, Gloucestershire for the past 13 years explains<br />
that for much of its length, the border with Wales is marked<br />
by the River Wye, but at Redbrook, the dividing line is a<br />
brook that runs under their property. “It goes under our<br />
front garden and through a culvert under the holiday<br />
cottage, so our guests can have a shower in England and<br />
then make themselves a cup of tea in Wales!”<br />
Proud of their property’s idiosyncrasy, the couple have also<br />
referenced it in the décor, commissioning a local artist and<br />
a stained glass specialist to design and create a beautiful<br />
window which is positioned above the staircase in the<br />
holiday accommodation. “ It shows the River Wye and a<br />
dragon and daffodils one side of the river and roses the<br />
other. When the sun shines it casts a lovely red and yellow<br />
light on the floor.”<br />
The cute one-bedroom holiday cottage has been<br />
transformed from a tumble-down stone barn, once used<br />
for storing apples and potatoes. The accommodation is<br />
arranged with the kitchen/living room on the top floor,<br />
opening to a private raised deck with views over the<br />
Wye Valley. Enhancing the character of the room are<br />
old floorboards reclaimed from a school. Downstairs is a<br />
gorgeous bedroom, with a luxurious en-suite bathroom and<br />
bespoke pine wardrobes fitted under the stairs. Rebecca<br />
has created an eye-catching feature wall behind the bed.<br />
“I wanted to make the cottage a little bit quirky so I used a<br />
mural wallpaper which I bought online. You pick a painting<br />
– I chose Monet’s Cherry Blossom – and then you give the<br />
measurements and it is made to size. It takes a certain skill<br />
to get it on the wall and lined up!”<br />
Converting the barn in their garden is just one of a series of<br />
improvements that Rebecca and her husband, Richard, have<br />
Border beauty<br />
Sharon Chilcott finds out how a lovely Wye Valley property lays claim to a truly<br />
unrivalled location.<br />
made to Box Bush, since moving there from London with<br />
their two young children. Box Bush is thought to date back<br />
to the 1850s when the pretty village of Redbrook, on the<br />
east bank of the River Wye, was a hive of industrial activity<br />
– the site of blast furnaces for copper and iron smelting,<br />
corn and paper mills and, from the 1800s to the 1960s, a<br />
tin plate factory that was world renowned for producing<br />
exceptionally fine, thinly rolled tin. “Part of the house was<br />
two workers cottages and just up the road from us there<br />
used to be a mill, so it is possible that this was lived in by<br />
people who worked there.”<br />
To adapt their home to their family lifestyle, Rebecca<br />
and Richard ingeniously re-arranged the layout, whilst<br />
upgrading the accommodation and stamping their own<br />
Our guests can have a shower in England and then make themselves a cup of tea in Wales!<br />
mark on it. “For the size of the house, it had a small kitchen<br />
so my husband suggested we move the kitchen to what was<br />
the living room. Upstairs, a room that the previous owner<br />
had used as a cinema room was potentially the loveliest<br />
room in the house. So, we made that the grown-ups’ living<br />
room and downstairs, we have a kids’ living room cum<br />
playroom. Initially, we turned what had been the kitchen into<br />
a study, but Richard is really good at thinking outside the<br />
box and a couple of years ago, he suggested we move the<br />
front door into that room, making it into a lovely hallway with<br />
lots of cupboard space. Where the front door was we have<br />
now made into a stone and oak-built conservatory, which I<br />
use as my office. It is lovely and sunny and a really nice place<br />
to work – it has the best outlook in the whole house!”<br />
In planning the new kitchen, Richard and Rebecca were<br />
keen to retain the property’s original features, including not<br />
just one, but two open fireplaces, each with a nook where<br />
there would have been a bread oven – the doubling up<br />
presumably a consequence of the property having once<br />
been two houses. One fireplace, in the family dining area,<br />
now houses a free-standing drinks cabinet, with the bread<br />
oven made into a wine cupboard. In the other fireplace<br />
there is a Rangemaster cooker and Rebecca uses the bread<br />
oven for her tea and coffee jars.<br />
The kitchen makes a wonderful family hub, its warm and<br />
welcoming ambiance enhanced by original exposed oak<br />
beams, terracotta tiled flooring and the attractive feature<br />
of an original beamed recess, possibly a former window<br />
opening, now turned into a large spice rack. The L-shaped<br />
kitchen is fitted with Shaker-style kitchen units with oak<br />
worksurfaces. Dividing the working area from the dining<br />
space is a breakfast bar with an inset ceramic Belfast style<br />
sink. “Everybody loves the kitchen. It’s a real working kitchen<br />
– we both like to cook – and it’s got lots of lovely socialising<br />
space.”<br />
From the kitchen a handsome, wooden staircase curves up<br />
to the first floor, where there are two charming bedrooms,<br />
a family bathroom and a principal bedroom with bespoke<br />
fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. Meanwhile,<br />
Get the Look<br />
The kitchen units were installed by<br />
Monmouth Kitchens and Bathrooms, Unit<br />
2C, Wonastow Road, Monmouth 07949<br />
431405 www.monmouthkitchens.co.uk<br />
The terracotta tiles are from Mandarin<br />
Stone, 1, Wonastow Road Industrial Estate<br />
(east), Monmouth 01600 710681 www.<br />
mandarinstone.com<br />
Get the Lifestyle<br />
Box Bush, Upper Redbrook, Monmouth is<br />
on the market for £785,000 with Roscoe<br />
Rogers and Knight, 3 Agincourt Square,<br />
Monmouth NP25 3BT 01600 772929 www.<br />
roscoerogersandknight.co.uk<br />
in the corner of the kitchen a traditional ledge and brace<br />
door opens to an inner hallway, which leads into the lower<br />
floor of an extension built by the previous owner. Here is<br />
the room which Rebecca and Richard have allocated as a<br />
children’s playroom/living room. It has a bathroom next<br />
door, so also doubles up as a guest room. Stairs from the<br />
inner hallway lead up to the stunning living room, which<br />
is one of Rebecca’s favourite spaces. “I can’t really choose<br />
between that and the kitchen!” It’s a bright, sunny room<br />
with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, deep oak window<br />
ledges and engineered pine flooring. Rebecca has created<br />
a comfortable ambiance by choosing a lovely warm mustard<br />
shade for the walls. There is a woodburning stove set on<br />
a slate hearth in the corner and a recess in the wall above<br />
makes an attractive and unusual wood store. French doors<br />
lead out to a decked terrace where the couple have their<br />
hot tub.<br />
Continuing with the reconfiguration of their property, the<br />
couple went on to create a new access from the hallway to<br />
the utility room and separate boiler room/laundry room.<br />
“You used to go outside to get there and that was a nuisance<br />
with washing! Now it makes a convenient boot room with a<br />
utility sink and it is great when you come back with muddy<br />
dogs!”<br />
Next on the list was ways to make better use of the half<br />
acre grounds surrounding the property. The couple added<br />
a door from the kitchen to a secluded sun patio at the<br />
front of the house, which is ideal for outdoor dining and<br />
entertaining. They redesigned the upper terraced gardens,<br />
where decked areas make the most of the elevated location<br />
and the lovely views of the wooded Wye Valley. To one side,<br />
they created a chicken yard enclosed with wooden posts<br />
and wire fencing. They had a large store/workshop built at<br />
the top of the garden and created a car port for the Air BnB<br />
next to their existing double garage.<br />
Their latest project, post-Covid, was to create a separate<br />
home office for Richard, a timber-built building tucked away<br />
in the corner of the garden.<br />
Sharon Chilcott<br />
Get in Touch<br />
If your house is on the market and you have completed a<br />
renovation, property project or interiors make-over that<br />
you would like to share, Sharon would be delighted to<br />
hear from you. You can get in touch by emailing: core.<br />
concepts@btinternet.com, putting Through the Keyhole<br />
in the subject line.
NEWS 9<br />
63 Romilly Road<br />
(Block of 3 flats), Cardiff,<br />
South Glamorgan, CF5 1FL<br />
SOLD<br />
SOLD<br />
Sold for 335,000<br />
Guide Price: £385,000<br />
The Rickfield Monmouth Guide Price £575,000<br />
At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, in a desirable area of Monmouth with views of The Kymin and Wye Valley, this extended<br />
bungalow offers flexible accommodation throughout with large reception rooms, three double bedrooms, two en-suite lavatories,<br />
a well-established large garden, large double garage, gated driveway and an impressive view over neighbouring farmland. EPC: C<br />
Monmouth Office 01600 712916<br />
Cartref The Narth Offers Over £600,000<br />
A substantial detached property in an idyllic location at the end of a no through road, just a 10 minute drive from Monmouth<br />
town. In the centre of its mature garden, offering plentiful scope for renovation or extension, this property offers large, light<br />
rooms throughout with three reception rooms, three double bedrooms, a double garage and large, gated driveway. EPC: E<br />
Monmouth Office 01600 712916<br />
41-42 Mariner Street,<br />
Hillside Farm, Broadstone,<br />
SOLD<br />
Swansea, SA1 5BA<br />
Trelleck, Monmouth,<br />
Gwent, NP25 4QF<br />
Sold for £230,000<br />
Sold for 798,000<br />
Guide Price: £230,000<br />
Guide Price: £750,000<br />
Courtfield Close Monmouth Guide Price £219,000<br />
A well-presented, spacious modern property conveniently located on the edge of Monmouth within walking distance of the town,<br />
with far reaching views towards The Kymin. The property is in a well-established quiet cul-de-sac enjoying a sunny aspect. Two<br />
double bedrooms and a pleasant enclosed rear garden with side access. There is a garage and driveway for two cars. EPC: C<br />
Monmouth Office 01600 712916<br />
www.david-james.co.uk<br />
Brook Estate Monmouth Guide Price £350,000<br />
An incredibly unique four bedroom, semi-detached family home providing an abundance of character features throughout. The<br />
house has been lovingly extended by the current owners with a large open plan kitchen/family room to the rear with utility room<br />
and w.c. The rear of the house overlooks a sizeable private, level rear garden. There is ample parking to the front. EPC: C<br />
Monmouth Office 01600 712916<br />
Leading UK auctioneer says strong demand for<br />
property persists despite market correction<br />
Green space to be improved in Monmouth<br />
Plans to enhance the riverside by the historic Monnow Bridge and<br />
improve basic infrastructure in Monmouth are under way.<br />
The project is a partnership between Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouth Town<br />
Council and is funded by the Welsh Government Brilliant Basics scheme. The scheme aims to<br />
enable small scale tourism infrastructure improvements designed to improve the attractiveness<br />
of towns for visitors.<br />
The project includes tree and wildflower planting, new picnic and park benches to enjoy the<br />
lovely riverside spot with its view of the iconic bridge, signage and a sculpture to create a<br />
more visual separation of the green space from the car park. In addition to the improvements<br />
to the open space, new “smart” litter bins will be installed on Monnow Street and other key<br />
locations.<br />
The popular green space on the old cattle market beside the Old Monnow Bridge was selected<br />
for funding as this is the first and last impression that many visitors get of Monmouth.<br />
The sculpture being created by Newport community mosaic artist Stephanie Roberts will<br />
represent the need to protect our precious rivers and wildlife.<br />
Stephanie will also be hosting a community event as part of the project at the Ty Price, St<br />
Thomas Hall:<br />
Workshop opportunities<br />
Friday, 24th November, morning and afternoon sessions.<br />
Stephanie is inviting the community to sign up for two print-based workshops, where<br />
individuals will create prints that will inspire and inform the detailed mosaic elements of the<br />
artwork, inspired by the River Monnow and guardianship. Places are limited. Children must<br />
be aged 13+ unless accompanied by an adult.<br />
Please come along to Ty Price on Saturday 11th November to hear about the project and sign up for a<br />
workshop.<br />
As part of the project also, Stephanie is working with Monmouth Comprehensive School’s Art<br />
Club to develop the designs further.<br />
A significant project element is introducing “smart” recycling litter bins throughout the town<br />
centre to collect cans, plastic bottles and paper cups for recycling. Analysis of the content of<br />
litter bins in Monmouth showed 30% of the items in bins could be recycled if suitable bins<br />
were available. The new bins will be installed in January and February, making it as easy to<br />
find a recycling bin as it is to find a normal litter bin on the street. Monmouthshire residents<br />
are among the top recyclers in Wales, with 70% of all household waste being recycled. In<br />
addition to street recycling litter bins, five larger recycling hubs will be introduced where<br />
glass bottles, cans, plastic bottles and paper cups can be recycled. The bins will also be fitted<br />
with electronic bin fill sensors as part of a trial to test how technology can help reduce the<br />
frequency of overflowing litter bins.<br />
Monmouthshire County Council Cabinet Member for Climate Change and the Environment,<br />
Cllr Catrin Maby, said: “ This spot near Monnow Bridge is a popular area to sit and enjoy the<br />
river, and I am looking forward to seeing the wildflowers and trees and the new benches and<br />
sculpture. I am pleased also that we are making it easier for people to recycle when they are<br />
out and about, as well as at home. We have already achieved a good domestic recycling rate in<br />
Monmouthshire, and this is a good next step.”<br />
Monmouth Town Council councillor, Cllr Jane Lucas said: “I’m excited by the plans for<br />
Blestium Street, and really looking forward for residents to be part of the project. The scheme<br />
will undoubtedly improve existing public space with wildflowers and trees. Residents in this<br />
popular and historic part of Monmouth will welcome more recycling bins.”<br />
The project is part of our Motion for Rivers and Ocean Action Plan, raising awareness of<br />
the impact litter can have on our rivers and seas. You can find out more about our Motion<br />
for Rivers and Ocean Action Plan here: https://democracy.monmouthshire.gov.uk/documents/<br />
s32681/1c%20Motion%20for%20ocean%20Action%20plan%20DRAFT.pdf<br />
Leading property auctioneer Paul Fosh claims strong demand for property persists across all<br />
sectors despite the effects of a recent ‘correction’ in the market.<br />
Paul was commenting after the completion of the Paul Fosh<br />
Auctions November sale in which 100 properties were offered<br />
generating a total income of £5,818,940 with 58 per cent of lots<br />
offered, sold<br />
Paul, owner of Newport, Gwent-based Paul Fosh Auctions, said:<br />
“Our online November auction demonstrated once again that the<br />
property market remains as buoyant as ever. There is a strong<br />
demand for properties in all sectors but there is one key point that<br />
people should remember; there has been a correction in the market.<br />
“On average we’d say that correction equates to about 10% but<br />
correctly priced properties are selling well. At our most recent<br />
auction (November 7-9) we had many cases of multiple buyers<br />
pushing sales prices way above expectations and two where the sale<br />
Plas Tirion, Tan Y Gopa,<br />
Abergele, Clwyd, LL22 8DS<br />
Sold for £191,000<br />
Guide Price: £95,000<br />
48 Caerphilly Road,<br />
Bassaleg, Newport, Gwent,<br />
NP10 8LF<br />
Sold for £185,000<br />
Guide Price: £135,000<br />
SOLD<br />
SOLD<br />
price was more than twice the guide price.<br />
“One property guided at £95,000 selling for £191,000 and another<br />
in Ferndale guided at £45,000-plus and selling for £121,000.<br />
As always, though, the key is to guide and reserve the properties<br />
competitively to generate interest and attract buyers.<br />
“Numbers of entries are still holding up well with 100 properties in<br />
the November sale and large numbers already coming in for our last<br />
sale of the year in December. The online catalogue for that sale to be<br />
held 14 December will be released on November 23.”<br />
The top selling lots in the Paul Fosh Auctions November sale were:<br />
For more information on this news release please contact David Barnes at<br />
DB Public Relations on 07866 148407<br />
david.barnes@dbpublicrelations.co.uk<br />
Flat 3, 11 & 12 St. Stephens<br />
Court, Pottery Terrace,<br />
Newport, NP20 2NX<br />
Sold for 170,000<br />
Guide Price: £170,000<br />
SOLD
WHO SAYS BUSINESS<br />
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PROPERTIES 13<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Old School Lane, Wyesham<br />
£315,000<br />
Highbury Terrace, Redbrook<br />
£225,000<br />
Monnow Street<br />
£225,000<br />
Dixton Close<br />
£380,000<br />
Modern detached three bedroom property with<br />
garage, carefully maintained since new. Garden to<br />
side with views towards the Kymin. Additional parking<br />
space. Good local amenities, including School and<br />
Shop.<br />
Substantial three bedroom semi-detached property,<br />
enjoying an elevated setting along the Wye Valley.<br />
With good views to the front and overlooking farmland<br />
to the rear. On the edge of the thriving village.<br />
Available immediately.<br />
This luxury top floor, deceptively quiet apartment has<br />
been used as a very successful Airbnb. Fully furnished two<br />
bedroom apartment with ensuite, open plan living area,<br />
overlooks the centre of Monmouth town and has rear views<br />
towards the Kymin and across Chippenham playing fields.<br />
Situated in the highly sought after Dixton Close, this<br />
4 bedroom semi-detached family home is just a short<br />
walk from the comprehensive school. The property<br />
benefits from lovely views over farmland to the rear<br />
with garage and ample parking to the front.<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Sales - Monmouth<br />
Studland, Welsh Newton, Monmouth<br />
PA Black 01600 714355 www.rightmove.co.uk<br />
Guide Price<br />
£395,000<br />
3 1 2<br />
OIL<br />
Three bedroom semi-detached with garage. Well proportioned accommodation. Village location with countryside views.<br />
Whitebrook<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
£525,000<br />
Charming detached property situated within the<br />
tranquil semi-rural woodland setting along the<br />
Whitebrook Valley, within the picturesque Wye Valley.<br />
Attractive well stocked cottage gardens and useful<br />
outbuildings.<br />
West End, Ruardean<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
£490,000<br />
Character three bedroom detached cottage located<br />
in this sought after Ruardean village location along<br />
with a BUILDING PLOT having full planning permission<br />
granted for a four bedroom detached dormer<br />
bungalow and garage block within the grounds.<br />
West End, Ruardean<br />
This superb spacious six bedroom family home with<br />
detached annex which has living accommodation<br />
and further potential accommodation or other use to<br />
the ground floor (subject to relevant permissions). The<br />
property has been renovated throughout.<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
£425,000<br />
Dixton Close<br />
Well presented modern four bedroom family home<br />
situated in this sought after location with a spacious<br />
one bedroom bungalow attached, ideal for MULTI<br />
GENERATIONAL LIVING. Larger than average plot.<br />
Double garage with workshop area.<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
£795,000<br />
Situated between Monmouth and Hereford in the popular village of Welsh Newton with far<br />
reaching countryside views to front and rear. The property offers an array of modern eco-friendly<br />
features incorporated alongside a characterful comfortable family home.<br />
Beautifully presented modern three bedroom semi-detached property with farmland views to front<br />
and rear aspect. Benefitting from a number of eco features which contribute to a more user-friendly<br />
environment. Including triple glazing, solar panels and external rainwater preservation for water<br />
flushing. The high specification timber framed build, is faced with part block, weather treated<br />
render with an attractive quality stonework finish, set beneath a slate roof, with matching attached<br />
garage. In brief the accommodation comprises; Entrance Hall with Cloakroom, Sitting room with<br />
glazed panels and door to rear garden. Fitted Kitchen with Utility Room, door to Garage. On the<br />
first floor, Master Bedroom with ensuite Shower Room, two further Bedrooms and Bathroom.<br />
The property is approached over a shared driveway which provides a turning area at the end of<br />
the cul-de-sac. The gravelled parking area is set immediately in front of the garage. A side gate<br />
leads around to the rear garden which is extremely well maintained. With raised planted border,<br />
attractive gravel terrace with paved patio. Set to one side is a decked area ideal for entertaining with<br />
BBQ area, outside lighting and power. Panelled area concealing oil tank.<br />
Celtic Close, Undy, Caldicot<br />
£380,000<br />
Brookside, Tintern<br />
£250,000<br />
Severn Quay<br />
£320,000<br />
Broadstone Terrace, Catbrook<br />
£285,000<br />
Deceptively spacious modern four bedroom detached<br />
family home set in this desirable residential location<br />
within this sought after village of Undy. Convenient<br />
location within easy walking distance to local schools<br />
and amenities offered in Magor square.<br />
Well presented three double bedroom property which<br />
has been updated and improved. Situated on the edge<br />
of the stunning village of Tintern situated in the Wye<br />
Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty! Driveway.<br />
UPVC double glazing. MUST BE VIEWED!<br />
Opportunity to purchase this fantastic FIRST floor<br />
TWO bedroom luxury apartment. Allocated parking<br />
space! Accommodation comprises private hallway,<br />
contemporary open plan luxury kitchen/living room,<br />
contemporary luxury bathroom. NO CHAIN!<br />
A recently renovated, three bedroom semi detached<br />
home which has been updated & improved to a high<br />
standard! Ideally placed to make the most of rural life,<br />
whilst having easy access to local amenities and road<br />
links. Must be seen to be appreciated.<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
Sales - Chepstow<br />
Deepweir Drive, Caldicot<br />
£545,000<br />
Superb deceptively spacious well presented family<br />
home which is situated in this highly sought after cul<br />
de sac location over looking green space and close to<br />
Caldicot town centre, offering schooling, shopping,<br />
health & leisure facilities as well as Caldicot Castle.<br />
Wyebank Road, Tutshill<br />
£445,000<br />
Opportunity to purchase this truly stunning THREE<br />
BEDROOM detached split level family home with<br />
VIEWS TO THE REAR! This superb very well presented<br />
property has been owned by the current owners since<br />
new and has been extended, updated & improved.<br />
Woodland Rise, LYDNEY<br />
£290,000<br />
Superb opportunity to purchase this immaculately<br />
presented two bedroom semi detached bungalow<br />
which is situated in this highly sought after location<br />
within walking distance of the town’s facilities.<br />
Driveway, garage and workshop! MUST BE VIEWED!<br />
Church Road, Caldicot<br />
£575,000<br />
Walnut Tree House is a spacious modern self build<br />
detached family home set in this highly desirable<br />
location. Well proportioned accommodation. Situated<br />
in this highly desirable village location with excellent<br />
access to local amenities and ideal for commuting.<br />
Church Road, Caldicot<br />
PA Black 01291 630876 www.peteralan.co.uk<br />
OIEO<br />
£550,000<br />
Individually designed modern family home. Four bedrooms. Ensuite. No onward chain. Well presented.<br />
Walnut Tree House is a spacious modern self build detached family home set in this highly<br />
desirable location. Well proportioned accommodation comprises hallway, cloakroom/<br />
WC, lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room and integral garage to the ground floor.<br />
Four bedrooms (master with ensuite shower room) and a family bathroom to the first<br />
floor. Front garden with driveway for several cars leading to garage. Enclosed gardens to<br />
rear and side. The property benefits UPVC double glazing and gas central heating. The<br />
property is situated in this highly desirable village location with excellent access to local<br />
amenities and ideal for commuting with the M4 motorway bringing Cardiff, Bristol and<br />
4 2 2<br />
London within convenient distance. Offered with no onward chain.<br />
Enter via an opaque UPVC double glazed door to hallway. Doors to cloakroom/WC,<br />
lounge and kitchen/dining room. Stairs to first floor. Ceramic tile flooring. Under floor<br />
heating.<br />
An enclosed level garden which has a block paved patio area with pathways leading to<br />
sides. Area laid to lawn. Gate to front. Steps up to further patio area. Raised flower beds.<br />
Outside tap. Feature Walnut tree, plants and shrubs to borders.<br />
GAS
Chepstow<br />
01291 629799<br />
Usk<br />
01291 672034<br />
Regionally<br />
40 offices<br />
throughout<br />
Wales and the<br />
South West<br />
Monmouth<br />
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Nationally<br />
225 offices across<br />
Great Britain<br />
LLANVACHES<br />
MAGOR<br />
LLANSOAR<br />
KEMEYS INFERIOR<br />
Abergavenny<br />
01873 736515<br />
This stylish, detached, five-bedroom country home, designed to accommodate<br />
the needs of a growing family, enjoys a sought-after rural location on the edge<br />
of Llanvaches, with easy access to Chepstow, Newport and Cardiff. Set in<br />
gardens and grounds of nearly 4.5 acres, the well-planned living space along<br />
with the detached double garage boasts an impressive 3,500 sq ft. The<br />
equestrian facilities comprise a paddock and a stone-built stable block with<br />
three stables. It is being sold with no onward chain. EPC Rating: C<br />
This inspired conversion of an historic cart house provides characterful,<br />
contemporary living space in a convenient rural environment, offering easy<br />
access to the M4 and major towns and cities. This stunning, three-bedroom<br />
family home has a farmhouse-style kitchen and two light-filled reception<br />
rooms, three bedrooms, en-suite and jack-and-jill family bathroom. Delightful<br />
landscaped gardens, double garage and ample parking. EPC Rating: D<br />
Nestled in the heart of picturesque countryside, Fine and Country Newport<br />
proudly presents Waterloo Cottage. This property sits in approximately 1.7<br />
acres and truly embodies the essence of countryside living. As you approach<br />
Waterloo Cottage, you are immediately captivated by its enchanting<br />
surroundings. The meticulously maintained gardens, adorned with vibrant<br />
flowers and lush greenery, create a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The<br />
property truly comes alive with its expansive paddock and stables. EPC Rating:<br />
D<br />
Built in 2018, this spacious and spectacularly positioned unique home is<br />
situated in this highly sought after Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty',<br />
surrounded by rolling countryside with far reaching panoramic views over the<br />
Usk Valley, the Celtic Manor Resort and the 2010 Ryder Cup Golf Course. Set<br />
in approximately 9 acres of land with mature gardens, grazing paddocks,<br />
kennels, three stables and a tack room, garden shed with basement and<br />
attached greenhouse, this property certainly has something for everyone! EPC<br />
Rating: C<br />
Internationally<br />
Plus 75<br />
offices globally<br />
Ross-on-Wye<br />
01989 764132<br />
Newport<br />
01633 927277<br />
Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £1,100,000<br />
Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £685,000<br />
Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £1,100,000<br />
Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £1,800,000<br />
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professional<br />
associates all<br />
around the world<br />
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02921 690690<br />
BETTWS NEWYDD<br />
PARKHOUSE, TRELLECK<br />
LEA<br />
DYMOCK<br />
Nestled in the Monmouthshire countryside in the highly desirable village of Bettws<br />
Newydd, overlooking its own grounds and the woodlands of the Usk Valley, sits this<br />
magnificent, high quality country property. This large, five-bedroom home has two<br />
spacious and characterful reception rooms, lovely formal dining room and farmhousestyle<br />
kitchen/breakfast room together with a stunning Amdega conservatory to take full<br />
advantage of the peaceful, private location and the idyllic rural views. Set in gardens and<br />
grounds of approximately 1.4 acres with beautiful south-facing walled gardens and a<br />
paddock of approximately half an acre. No upper chain. EPC Rating: E<br />
This stunning executive property in a picturesque village location combines a visionary<br />
renovation of a former farmhouse with a magnificent extension which takes full<br />
advantage of the breathtaking, long distance outlook over the rolling Monmouthshire<br />
countryside towards the Severn Estuary. Luxurious and stylish, the unique, contemporary<br />
detached home has been planned to the last detail, so it is ideal for a busy family to<br />
move straight in. Designed to be easy to live in and economic to run, it has five spacious<br />
bedrooms, a versatile home office above the garage and a low-maintenance, landscaped<br />
garden. EPC Rating: C<br />
This wonderful detached 1930's home sits on the edge of a much sought after village<br />
close to Ross-on-Wye. Extensively upgraded by the current owners with real attention<br />
to detail and a focus on quality of finish. Everything from the heating system, electrics,<br />
kitchen, bathroom, doors, radiators and décor throughout have been replaced and<br />
upgraded, to create a beautiful home. The accommodation comprises a kitchen, two<br />
spacious reception rooms and a cloak room to the ground floor, with three double<br />
bedrooms and a family bathroom upstairs. Outside is a large, beautifully maintained<br />
garden with stunning south facing views, a detached garage and parking. EPC Rating: E<br />
Located on the edge a popular village, is this beautifully renovated home offering a huge<br />
array of stylish and practical features both inside and out. Immaculately presented, with<br />
careful attention to detail and a focus on high quality fixtures and fittings. To the ground<br />
floor a wonderful open plan kitchen-living room, a ground floor bedroom, cloak room<br />
and a utility room. To the first floor are four double bedrooms, an en-suite, family<br />
bathroom. Outside there is a lawned area, a substantial timber outbuilding currently in<br />
use as a home office and an amazing outside kitchen-dining area. To the front is parking<br />
and detached garage. EPC Rating: C<br />
Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 Guide price £1,625,000<br />
Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 Guide price £1,100,000<br />
Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764141 Guide price £725,000<br />
Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764141 Guide price £750,000
5 3 3 1.8%.<br />
4 2 2 C<br />
3 1 1 D<br />
3 2 2 1.8%.<br />
4 2 4 C<br />
2 1 1 D<br />
4 2 2 N/A<br />
3 2 2 E<br />
ST BRIAVELS<br />
Modern country home on 1.7 acre garden<br />
Kitchen diner, large lounge, annexe<br />
Primary bedroom with ensuite and balcony<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £800,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Four-bed, two-bathroom cottage<br />
Character beams & inglenook fireplaces<br />
Modern kitchen, sunroom & large garden<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £550,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Luxury kitchen<br />
Sought after location<br />
Large lounge with fireplace<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £450,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Located on a quiet residential close<br />
Three-bed bungalow with en-suite annexe<br />
Kitchen lounge diner and conservatory<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £450,000<br />
OSBASTON<br />
Detached four-bedroom home<br />
Beautifully landscaped gardens<br />
Spacious living accommodation<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £439,000<br />
MONMOUTH<br />
Victorian two-bedroom terrace<br />
Potential to improve<br />
Walking distance to Monmouth town<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £185,000<br />
MONMOUTH<br />
Characterful town house<br />
Four well-proportioned bedrooms<br />
Courtyard garden and parking<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £375,000<br />
LLANDOGO<br />
Beautiful village location<br />
Ideal first time buy or family home<br />
No onward chain<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £275,000<br />
4 2 2 1.8%.<br />
2 2 1 1.8%.<br />
4 3 1 D<br />
3 1 2 E<br />
4 3 3 D<br />
3 2 3 C<br />
3 2 3 E<br />
2 1 1 1.8%.<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Located on the edge of Chepstow<br />
Four bedrooms<br />
No onward chain<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £385,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Private balcony overlooking the River Wye<br />
Underground secure allocated parking<br />
Proximity to the town of Chepstow<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £335,000<br />
BEACHLEY<br />
Versatile living with annexe<br />
Quarter acre garden with decked area<br />
Large conservatory<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £650,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Three-bed home<br />
Open plan living & dining room<br />
Duo of French doors to generous garden<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £270,000<br />
LLANDENNY<br />
Converted detached barn<br />
Four/five bedrooms<br />
Landscaped gardens of approx 1/3 of an acre<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £800,000<br />
LLANDENNY<br />
Detached three bed property<br />
Countryside views<br />
Village location<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £475,000<br />
KINGCOED<br />
Detached cottage set in village location<br />
Stunning, far reaching views<br />
Three double bedrooms<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £650,000<br />
USK<br />
Recently renovated mid terraced home<br />
Potential for loft conversion (subject to planning)<br />
Courtyard & private enclosed garden<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £340,000<br />
4 2 3 E<br />
3 1 1 E<br />
4 1 2 C<br />
3 1 3 D<br />
5 4 3 C<br />
2 2 3 E<br />
4 1 2 D<br />
3 1 2 C<br />
VINEGAR HILL<br />
Electric gated entrance<br />
Desirable location close to amenities<br />
No upper chain<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £780,000<br />
CALDICOT<br />
Off road parking & garage<br />
Close to local amenities<br />
Popular cul de sac location<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £270,000<br />
CALDICOT<br />
No upper chain<br />
Driveway for three vehicles plus garage<br />
Ideally located for amenities & schooling<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £435,000<br />
CALDICOT<br />
Additional reception room offering flexibility<br />
Off road parking<br />
Popular location<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £245,000<br />
LANGSTONE<br />
Close to highly regarded schools<br />
Generous size plot<br />
Beautifully decorated throughout<br />
Archer & Co Newport 01633 449884<br />
Guide price £700,000<br />
LANGSTONE<br />
Beautifully maintained grounds<br />
Driveway<br />
Great location<br />
Archer & Co Newport 01633 449884<br />
Offers over £625,000<br />
CAERLEON<br />
Separate dining room<br />
Great location<br />
Close to amenities<br />
Archer & Co Newport 01633 449884<br />
Guide price £375,000<br />
NEWPORT<br />
Outbuilding to the rear<br />
Great location<br />
Close to amenities<br />
Archer & Co Newport 01633 449884<br />
Offers over £300,000<br />
5 4 4 C<br />
4 3 3 1.8%.<br />
3 1 1 1.8%.<br />
4 1 2 D<br />
3 1 2 D<br />
3 1 2 1.5%.<br />
3 1 2 E<br />
3 1 1 C<br />
LLANVACHES<br />
Multi-generational living opportunity<br />
Twin garages & ample off road parking<br />
Village location<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £670,000<br />
PORTSKEWETT<br />
No upper chain<br />
Refurbished and renovated throughout<br />
Viewing highly recommended<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £395,000<br />
PORTSKEWETT<br />
No upper chain<br />
Enclosed rear garden with sun terrace<br />
Popular village location<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £285,000<br />
CAERWENT<br />
Large Conservatory<br />
Popular village location<br />
No onward Chain<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £290,000<br />
Drybrook<br />
Detached House<br />
Three bedrooms<br />
Private garden<br />
Archer & Co Ross-on-Wye 01989 768484<br />
Guide price £375,000<br />
Lea<br />
Semi-detached Cottage<br />
Three bedrooms<br />
Popular village location<br />
Archer & Co Ross-on-Wye 01989 768484<br />
Guide price £295,000<br />
Drybrook<br />
Detached three bedroom dormer bungalow<br />
Sought after edge of village location<br />
Good size gardens with views<br />
Archer & Co Ross-on-Wye 01989 768484<br />
Guide price £325,000<br />
Ross-on-Wye<br />
Terraced home with character features<br />
Three bedrooms<br />
Highly desired location<br />
Archer & Co Ross-on-Wye 01989 768484<br />
Offers over £255,000<br />
chepstow usk monmouth newport forest of dean ross-on-wye london archerandco.com<br />
Associated Park Lane office
3 1 2 E<br />
3 2 2 B<br />
4 2 2 B<br />
4 2 2 1.8%.<br />
4 2 2 1.2%.<br />
4 2 2 D<br />
4 2 2 1.5%.<br />
4 2 2 1.8%.<br />
MATHERN<br />
Detached character cottage in village<br />
Three double bedrooms<br />
Generous garden<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £450,000<br />
LYDNEY<br />
Vacant upon completion<br />
Detached double garage<br />
Great commuting location<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £299,995<br />
TUTSHILL<br />
Peaceful location on popular estate<br />
Four bed detached modern home with views<br />
Kitchen-diner, lounge, three bathrooms<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £545,000<br />
LYDNEY<br />
Detached property with garage<br />
Picturesque location on the outskirts of town<br />
Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £350,000<br />
ROCKFIELD<br />
Four-bed country cottage with views<br />
Full of character and period features<br />
Three stunning reception rooms<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £695,000<br />
LLANDOGO<br />
Detached, four-bedroom family home<br />
Spectacular riverside views and gardens<br />
Private parking for several vehicles<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £585,000<br />
MONMOUTH<br />
Detached four bedroom family home<br />
Downstairs Cloakroom<br />
Garage & Driveway parking<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £485,000<br />
MITCHEL TROY<br />
Detached four bedroom family home<br />
Multi-generational living potential<br />
Beautiful wraparound garden<br />
Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030<br />
Guide price £450,000<br />
3 2 1 1.8%.<br />
3 1 1 D<br />
3 2 2 C<br />
3 2 1 E<br />
5 4 4 D<br />
5 4 4 1.5%.<br />
4 2 3 1.8%.<br />
5 3 3 N/A<br />
TINTERN<br />
Wye Valley Tintern location with views<br />
Beautiful location<br />
Three double bedrooms, principal en-suite<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £395,000<br />
BULWARK<br />
Located close to easy access to main road links<br />
Off road parking<br />
Spacious lounge diner<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £245,000<br />
CHEPSTOW<br />
Prime town centre location near castle<br />
Three-bed with kitchen diner and lounge<br />
Off-road parking, rear garden with views<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £340,000<br />
ST. ARVANS<br />
Three-bed bungalow in village location<br />
Low maintenance garden<br />
Large lounge diner connected to kitchen<br />
Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £500,000<br />
LLANGYBI<br />
Detached residence of approx 4500 sq.ft<br />
Monmouthshire Countryside views<br />
Convenient commuting location<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £1,200,000<br />
USK<br />
Charming detached five bed family home<br />
Situated in the heart of Usk<br />
Gated driveway & off road parking<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £1,250,000<br />
USK<br />
Converted from 17th Century Inn<br />
Gated driveway and Garage<br />
No onward chain.<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £675,000<br />
GLASCOED<br />
Peaceful rural location with 1.5 acres<br />
Five-bed historic home with character<br />
Potential for multi-generational living<br />
Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12<br />
Guide price £850,000<br />
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4 2 2 1.8%.<br />
3 2 2 D<br />
4 3 1 C<br />
3 2 2 C<br />
4 2 4 2.4%.<br />
5 4 4 B<br />
4 3 3 D<br />
CALDICOT<br />
Spacious kitchen with breakfast area<br />
Private landscaped enclosed rear garden<br />
Viewing highly recommended<br />
Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262<br />
Guide price £440,000<br />
PORTSKEWETT<br />
Located with easy access to the M4<br />
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Ruardean Woodside<br />
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Fir Park House, Usk<br />
Guide Price<br />
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Archer & Co 01291 672212 www.archerandco.com £1,200,000<br />
1970’s built Dalton/Haywood detached residence. Versatile accommodation over 2 floors. Far reaching countryside views.<br />
A substantial detached residence set within the heart of Monmouthshire between Usk and<br />
Caerleon, and enjoying superb countryside views. An imposing and substantial detached<br />
residence situated on a generous plot and offering versatile accommodation for the discerning<br />
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Dalton and Hayward in 1971 and offered for sale for the first time in 25 years, this executive<br />
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home has been featured in drama series for both Netflix and the BBC due to it’s unique and<br />
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Ty Llwyd, Llanishen, Chepstow<br />
Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com<br />
Guide Price<br />
£800,000<br />
Prepare to be amazed by this substantial detached bungalow which is sat in the most charming<br />
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views and expansive windows throughout adorn this space, allowing the beauty of the<br />
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Monmouth and towards the awe-inspiring Brecon Beacons.<br />
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Westbury on Severn, Gloucestershire<br />
Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com<br />
Guide Price<br />
£700,000<br />
Exquisitely presented detached family home. Equestrian facilities include stable block & tack room. Four bedrooms.<br />
This exquisitely-presented, detached four-bedroom home in a tranquil and beautiful rural<br />
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spending from April 2023 affecting innovative SMEs reporting financial periods beyond that date.<br />
HMRC revealed that almost 50% of claims submitted with the new mandatory digital information forms have been completed incorrectly. Non-compliant<br />
companies will receive letters from HMRC stating their claim is invalid unless they amend their returns, posing challenges for those who have procrastinated.<br />
It’s uncertain how many claims were rejected between August 8 and September 30, but given 89,300 R&D claims were made in the UK for the tax year<br />
2020-21, the number could be substantial. These new requirements aim to curb erroneous and fraudulent R&D claims. They mandate that each claim is<br />
endorsed by a named senior officer, any advising agent is named, and costs must be categorized with detailed R&D descriptions.<br />
HMRC has ramped up investigations into R&D tax relief errors and fraud, driven by the rise of unregulated R&D tax consultancies and the<br />
financial burden of R&D tax credits after Brexit. In 2020-21, error and fraud for both R&D tax relief schemes amounted to £1.13 billion, or 16.7%<br />
of claims, significantly higher than HMRC’s prior estimate of 3.6%.<br />
For the tax year 2021-22, UK companies spent £44.1 billion on R&D, up £3.3 billion from the previous year.<br />
Additional changes to the R&D tax credit scheme are proposed, stemming from HMRC’s malpractice campaign and recent<br />
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company) scheme, with some exceptions.<br />
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It will only be a matter of weeks before the crisp air and falling leaves herald<br />
the arrival of autumn and winter will be just around the corner. It’s essential to<br />
prepare your home for the colder months ahead and this is the case now more<br />
than ever. Whilst gas and electricity prices will not be as high as last winter, they<br />
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predicting they will rise again in January 2024.<br />
Have you done everything that you could do to winter-proof your home? Home<br />
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1. Replace your old windows and doors with Energy-Efficient Windows:<br />
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from escaping. This results in reduced heating bills (Government estimates state that<br />
installing A-rated windows and doors can save as much as £155 a year in your energy<br />
bills) lower carbon footprint and a more comfortable indoor environment.<br />
2. Change to energy-efficient LED bulbs:<br />
As the nights draw in, we tend to use more electricity lighting our homes to enhance<br />
the warm, welcoming feel. Replace traditional incandescent bulbs with LED lighting<br />
bulbs. LED bulbs use significantly less energy (typically 75% less) and last longer (as<br />
much as 25 times), making them a cost-effective choice for your home despite the<br />
fact they are more expensive at the outset.<br />
3. Consider using plugs for lighting that you can control remotely:<br />
Plugs and bulbs for your lighting from firms like Kasa are a great way to control<br />
your lighting and reduce energy use via their app. They can make your home look<br />
occupied when you are out (if combined with a Kasa camera – you can even turn<br />
on lights or radio when your house is approached by somebody you don’t know)<br />
and give you ultimate control – for example turning upstairs lights off when you are<br />
downstairs.<br />
4. Check how much loft insulation you have:<br />
In the 1980’s it was quite standard to install any thickness from 25mm to 50mm.<br />
Then, building regulations stated that homes should have as much as 100mm of loft<br />
insulation. This gradually increased to 200mm and now stands at 270mm for new<br />
builds. Not only will this reduce your heat loss and reduce the amount of energy you<br />
use, but like many of the steps we outline here it could improve your home’s energy<br />
rating improving its price and saleability.<br />
5. Keep an eye on your thermostat:<br />
If for example you usually heat your home to 20 degrees and you turn it down to<br />
say 19 degrees, could save as much as 13% on your energy bill. Also, turn it down<br />
further when you are out of the home for any extended period. Also, when you next<br />
upgrade your boiler, try to go for one that allows you to control it via an app on your<br />
phone. That way for example if you are out of your home for say 8 hours, you can<br />
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return home.<br />
6. Embrace Natural Solar Heat:<br />
Glevum Windows’ innovative designs allow you to harness the power of natural solar<br />
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capturing sunlight, and converting it into warmth for your home. This eco-friendly<br />
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9. Consider carpets rather than wood laminate flooring:<br />
Carpets are the widely recognised more energy-efficient option than wood laminate<br />
for two reasons – they reduce drafts in the home, but they also have a warmer feel<br />
when walked on with bare feet, making it less likely that you will feel cold and<br />
increase the thermostat.<br />
10. Less hybrid working in the winter:<br />
Many of us have welcomed hybrid working since COVID. But if you have the option<br />
to flex when you work from home – look to do it less in the winter months. Working<br />
from home adds to your energy costs for everything from heating to lighting, to<br />
microwaves and kettles and of course for some laptops or PCs.<br />
Many of these tips you may have been aware of – at least to some extent. But<br />
hopefully, they will still act as a timely and helpful reminder. If the time has come<br />
for you to consider replacing your windows and doors with new energy-efficient<br />
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7. Invest in Energy-Efficient Appliances:<br />
When it’s time to replace your appliances, opt for the most energy-efficient models<br />
your budget can get. These appliances are designed to consume less electricity, which<br />
can lead to substantial energy savings over time. Saving a few pounds on the purchase<br />
price in the first instance can cost you a lot more in the long run.<br />
8. Shorter showers in the winter:<br />
A 10-minute shower costs in the region of 50p. Reduce that to 5 minutes and you<br />
could save 24p. For a household of 4 over the three worst months of winter, this<br />
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