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Property industry reacts to the King’s Speech 

The government’s policies for the upcoming year have been unveiled during the first King’s Speech in 70 years. 

Amid all the pomp and ceremony associated with this event, twenty-one bills were 

included in the speech covering everything from tobacco to football. Two bills in 

particular will have a direct effect on the UK property industry: 

Leasehold and Freehold Bill: - which aims to reform the housing market by making it 

cheaper and easier for leaseholders to purchase their freehold 

Renters (Reform) Bill: - one of the most significant pieces of legislation for private 

renters and landlords in the past 30 years, which aims to strengthen the security of 

tenure and offer better value for tenants as well as a certainty to landlords that they 

can “regain their properties when needed” 

As you would expect, the property industry was quick to react. Here’s what they’re 

saying: 

On Leasehold reform 

Timothy Douglas, Head of Policy and Campaigns at Propertymark, said: 

“Many agents and leaseholders will be relieved to hear plans for new legislation to 

further reform the leasehold system. However, the UK Government must ensure any 

legislation to abolish leaseholds is fit for purpose. 

“For example, there are no reports yet that have confirmed what impact capping 

ground rents will have on service charges, and it is important to consider that every 

development is individual, and some may still require aspects that justify specific 

service charges. 

“As every development will likely have unique characteristics by design, there may 

well be a need for sensible provision and certain clauses/exemptions where an 

ongoing management fee might be appropriate. There may well be communal aspects 

of a development design where a management charge might still be relevant for the 

upkeep of an area for example.” 

Rob Poole, Director, Glide said: “Leasehold reform should be widely welcomed – 

specifically because the intention is to reform rather than replace leasehold. 

“There has been a lot of noise around replacing leasehold with commonhold but this 

is unworkable on many levels. With commonhold for large blocks such as those that 

we manage, dispute resolution is so much more complicated because of the numbers 

involved, that many disputes may never be resolved. This would be compounded by 

the lack of a first-tier tribunal. 

“The Government has already done a lot to make things fairer for leaseholders, such 

as changes to ground rents and the work with insurance commissions. This new Bill 

provides an opportunity to build on that. 

“Similarly estate charges should come into focus more as some cases have seen 

rises in over 140% over the last four years. Homeowners have no mechanism to 

challenge estate charges in the way that leaseholders can challenge service charges 

at a Leasehold Valuation Tribunal. This runs the risk that estate charges could push 

homeowners into poverty in future years. 

“The proposed lease extension is also welcome, because short leases delay sales, cause 

chains to break down and consequently contribute to the housing crisis. 

“While I welcome improvement, I’m conscious that change does not necessarily 

constitute improvement – it is vital that the Government considers all potential 

changes very carefully and consults widely.” 

Mick Platt, Director of the Residential Freehold Association, said: “Whilst we 

have yet to see the details of the proposed leasehold reform Bill, the RFA welcomes 

the Government’s focus on services charges and maintains more must be done to 

ensure all property managers are appropriately regulated. 

“The Government must ensure any legislation does not impose unwanted obligations 

on residents, undermine property rights or delay the remediation of buildings.” 

Mark Wilson founder member of ALEP and Managing Director of 

myleasehold said:”While reform to the leasehold system is very much welcome, it 

is crucial that the Government addresses potential reform with caution. Other than 

the easy win of changing lease terms from 90 to 990-year term, the proposed content, 

such as we are aware of to date, is random and confusing and this is exacerbated by 

leasehold being an emotive issue. 

“With so many moving parts and with so much regulation already in place, including 

the administrative chaos of the Building Safety Act, I am concerned about the ability 

to deliver any meaningful reform within the time remaining this Parliament. 

Henry Moss, partner at law firm Ashurst said: “Many of the proposals are 

sensible and have been well flagged, but the proposal to allow flat owners to take 

over management of buildings where they are up to 50% non-residential will worry 

commercial investors. An investor that has a large shopping centre or office below 

flats will want to control how the commercial areas are run and will be concerned if 

flat owners can take this over unilaterally.” 

John Midgeley Director of ALEP and Director Partner at Seddons Solicitors 

said: “The vast majority of our members – 77.37% of whom voted in favour of 

leasehold reform in a recent poll, welcome simplification of the existing system. 

But given leasehold’s long history and the complexity of law, it is imperative that 

Parliament scrutinises fully and liaises with specialists in the field to get the detail 

right.” 

John Stephenson, Partner at law firm BDB Pitmans said: “The proposed 

legislation will prevent residential developers from selling houses on a leasehold basis 

– something most reputable developers have already stopped. 

“The Government’s estimates suggest that just 1% of new houses are sold on a 

leasehold basis, down from 15% in 2016, and with ground rents capped at a 

peppercorn on new builds since June last year. It is a classic case of shutting the stable 

door after the horse has bolted. 

“The legislation is disappointing for those already owning a leasehold house. Unless 

they can afford to buy the freehold and thus extinguish the ground rent – which can 

be expensive – they may find themselves continuing to pay ground rent. 

“That rate will be capped but the legislation is unclear at what rate and the 

Government may find itself having to compensate the owners of those ground rents. 

A consultation will follow shortly, but there is a very real risk legislation will fail to get 

onto the statute books before the end of this government’s term. There is no shortterm 

respite. 

“Flat owners – who make up 70% of the new homes market – can be forgiven for 

feeling short-changed. Whilst legislation will make it possible to extend their lease 

from 90 years as now to 990 years and without having to wait for two years after 

purchase, they will see no other changes to their leasehold arrangements and many 

of the Law Commission’s recommendations, such as the abolition of marriage value, 

have been shelved, perhaps on Human Rights Act grounds. 

“The promises of fundamental reform to the leasehold system appears to have lost 

much of its impetus, and that will disappoint all leasehold homeowners.” 

On Renters (Reform) Bill 

George Cohen, Associate Solicitor in the Real Estate Disputes Team at 

Irwin Mitchell said: “It does now appear that the Government is committed to 

passing the Renters Reform Bill before the next general election. After persistent 

contradictory comments from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and 

Communities, the Government seems intent on pushing it through. 

“Despite the Government’s persistence, it remains to be seen how viable it will be 

to enact the legislation in the near future. As per the response to the Levelling Up, 

Housing and Communities Committee’s fifth report, the Government confirmed that 

it does not intend to proceed with the abolition of Section 21 until Court reforms have 

taken place. 

“The Government obviously thinks that it can proceed with this swiftly, but it is 

difficult to see how this significant undertaking can be achieved in the foreseeable 

future. That said the Renters Reform Bill could be passed before the Court reforms are 

complete because most of the key changes in the Bill will only be enacted by future 

regulations. The legislation could therefore be finalised and enacted, with sufficient 

time to implement court reforms before the regime actually comes into force. 

“In the meantime, the Government has demonstrated some flexibility with the Bill in 

response to the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee’s fifth report. For 

example, the Government has accepted comments that the student housing market will 

need to retain the expectation of short-term lets. 

“The Government has not been convinced to keep fixed-term tenancies, but instead, 

will include a new ground for possession to facilitate the yearly cycle of student lets. It 

remains to be seen exactly how the new ground will operate, and whether it will satisfy 

the concerns of those in the student housing market.” 

Jonathan Daines, Founder and CEO of lettingaproperty.com said: “The Kings 

Speech has done little to provide clarity on the proposed Renters (Reform) Bill, with 

timescale and extent still uncertain, but did confirm the Government’s commitment to 

the bill. While we fully support its underlying purpose, in ensuring tenants can enjoy a 

safe and stable living environment, there’s a danger that legislating for rogue landlords 

can indirectly penalise responsible landlords, like those within our own community. 

“Many of these landlords are already struggling to keep pace with increasingly complex 

lettings legislation. Adding further layers of compliance and administration could 

Competition among sellers sees the largest pre-Christmas 

fall of asking prices in five years: Rightmove 

The latest data released by Rightmove has revealed that 

sellers are prepared to offer considerable discounts ahead 

of Christmas this year to attract a buyer. 

While asking prices usually drop at this time of year, the fall recorded by Rightmove 

this month is the largest November drop in five years, indicating that new sellers 

are also increasingly adopting more realistic price expectations from the outset of 

marketing to tempt potential buyers to act. 

According to the figures, new seller asking prices fell to £362,143 - a drop of 1.7% or 

-£6,088. 

As we approach the end of 2023, key indicators point to a market that while 

challenging, has been more positive than many predicted. 

Tim Bannister Rightmove’s Director of Property Science said: “We’d expect 

to see a drop in new seller asking prices in the last couple of months of the year, as 

serious sellers start to separate themselves from discretionary sellers and cut through 

the Christmas noise with an attractive price to secure a buyer. 

“However, the larger-than-usual drop this month signals that among the usual pricing 

seasonality, we are starting to see more new sellers heed their agents’ advice and 

come to market with more enticing prices to stand out from their over-optimistic 

competition. Buyers are still out there, but for many their affordability is much 

reduced due to higher mortgage rates. 

“It now looks like more sellers are understanding Rightmove’s research; that the 

chances of securing a buyer are much greater if they price right the first time, rather 

than over-pricing and reducing their price later.” 

Despite the turbulent end to 2022, the year to date has been better than many 

expected. Asking prices have eased from the unsustainably frothy heights seen during 

the pandemic markets, where many sales went to best and final bids. 

However, new seller asking prices are now just 3% behind May’s peak and this 

relatively small fall in asking prices, coupled with stable numbers of new properties 

coming to the market each month, are strong indicators that forced sales are not 

widespread. 

The number of sales being agreed is now 10% below the same period in 2019, 

improving from being 15% below 2019’s level last month. The pandemic-driven 

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place additional strain on ethical landlords, who are already committed to providing a 

good experience for their tenants. It’s important to strike a balance between protecting 

tenants and ensuring that responsible landlords are not unduly burdened by any new 

requirements. 

“The Government must refine and implement these measures effectively, considering 

the practical implications for those who are already working to combat poor landlord 

practices. We urge the Government to work closely with industry stakeholders to 

ensure that responsible landlords – not to mention letting agents – are not unfairly 

burdened by additional compliance and administrative requirements, which could 

inadvertently stifle the supply of high-quality rental properties.” 

Henry Moss, partner at law firm Ashurst said: “It feels like the Government 

are trying to look like they are taking action while actually kicking the can. Nofault 

evictions will stay in place until new court processes are in place, and there is 

no deadline for upgrading homes with poor energy efficiency. This just increases 

uncertainty for investors as to when and how rules will apply” 

stock shortage also now appears to be over, with the number of available homes for 

sale now just 1% behind this time in 2019. 

While there is certainly no glut of homes for sale, buyers across Great Britain are 

likely to see much more choice in their local area compared to a year ago. 

However, these are averages across Great Britain, and in the current very pricesensitive 

market some areas and sectors are faring better than others during this 

period of pricing transition. The number of sales being agreed in the smallest homes 

sector (studio, one-, and two-bed properties) is just 7% lower than 2019’s level, 

compared to the largest homes sector (four-bed detached houses and all five-bed plus 

properties), where agreed sales are 14% behind 2019. 

Meanwhile, there are yearly price declines in the Midlands and all Southern regions, 

however, the more affordable areas of Wales, Scotland and the North of England have 

seen asking price rises, as the changed market conditions affect local housing markets 

in different ways. 

Last week, the Bank of England opted to hold the Base Rate for the second 

consecutive time, which has supported buyer demand and helped to keep it in line 

with 2019’s level. Now, many will be looking to the forthcoming Autumn Statement 

for any policy announcements or market incentives. 

One rumoured announcement is a renewal of the mortgage guarantee scheme, which 

encourages lenders to offer a 95% Loan-To-Value mortgage helping those with a 

smaller deposit. However, data from the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct 

Authority (FCA) shows only around 5% of mortgages taken out are of this kind, 

highlighting the limitations of the scheme. 

Tim Bannister adds: “This year has brought many new challenges for buyers, 

sellers and agents to navigate. While there have been many twists and turns, and 

there are still seven weeks left of the year, the data indicates that there has been more 

to be positive about in 2023 than many thought there would be at this time last 

year. The upcoming Autumn Statement will now set the tone heading into 2024, 

particularly if there are any major policy announcements. 

He concluded: “We hope that the government has considered the impact on the 

market of any new policies and that any measures introduced help as many movers 

as possible. An announcement as limited as a mortgage guarantee scheme renewal 

would be a missed opportunity to provide some support to movers, particularly firsttime 

buyers.” 

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PROPERTIES 

DIXTON ROAD, MONMOUTH O.O. £750,000 TRELLECH, MONMOUTH £580,000 

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Symonds Yat Rock Lodges, The Royal Forest 

of Dean, Hillersland, Gloucesteshire 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Offers over 

£945,000 

This is an extremely exciting opportunity to acquire a select and very 

successful holiday complex close to the renowned Symonds Yat Rock 

and the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding natural Beauty. Consisting of 

six beautifully presented, purpose-built, self-contained, holiday cottages 

with ample off-road parking for 15 + vehicles. The accommodation is dog 

friendly and rated 4 star by Visit Wales. 

This attractive level site enjoys a prime location, bordered by natural 

woodland and its elevated aspect produces fine, far reaching countryside 

views. 

This well- established business is turning over approximately £130,000 pa. 

and can be sold fully furnished with future bookings in place. 

These impressive and well-proportioned cottages have been very tastefully 

created and well-maintained and all of them are bright and airy and feature 

exposed beams, high vaulted ceilings, and a combination of stripped and 

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living living room room etc etc 

At Roscoe Rogers and Knight we pride ourselves on effectively managing the balance of protecting our landlords 

investment in the property whilst appreciating it is our tenants home. You will see and feel the RR&K difference 

the moment you walk into our Monmouth based office and talk to our experienced staff. 

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There is also potential garage/covered parking to parking use and/or 

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FULL MANAGEMENT 

This service is recommended for novice landlords; who live abroad or are too far from the property and all landlords who are simply 

too busy to undertake the day to day running of a tenancy. 

THIS SERVICE INCLUDES: 

• Full marketing of the property across our chosen internet portals and our own website. We also advertise within our office in Monmouth. 

• Accompanied Viewings. • Inventory. 

• Deposit. 

• Gas safety checks. • Maintenance. 

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• No hidden fees. 

• End of tenancy: Check out and transfer of services. 

For more information please don’t hesitate to come into our office or call us on 01600 772929 

painted pine staircases and woodwork. Their modern and contemporary 

garage/covered parking parking 

finishes feature large open plan kitchen/dining/lounge areas, mezzanine 

heating to radiators throughout. 

residential dwellings subject to local authority approval. 

The owners live off site and have for many years managed and turned the 

cottages around themselves, but they have reached a point where they 

would like to have a change in lifestyle. 

A viewing of this very special holiday complex is highly recommended. 

• Mains electric and water, private drainage, oil fired central heating and hot 

water 

• Parking for 15+ cars 

• Rent collection. 

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3 Agincourt Square, Monmouth, NP25 3BT 

This substantial and elegant period townhouse has been imaginatively 

sub-divided to retain original features into two spacious apartments which 

we are offering as a whole house. Set back high off the Dixton Road with 

views across the river Wye towards the Kymin and a level walk from the 

centre and the many amenities. The driveway leads to parking for at least 4 

cars with a mature South facing lawn to the front and a courtyard at the back. 

Planning permissions in place for two apartments or to return to one 

large residence if desired. EPC E & E 

3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT 

Call: 01600 772929 

Offering enormous scope, this large four-bedroom character home with stone 

barn prime for renovation. Enjoying wonderful views and located in the 

desirable village of Trellech close to Monmouth & Chepstow. Offering 

generous living accommodation including a 21ft living/dining room, 

4 bedrooms (The principal is a suite and lends itself to a self-contained 

annexe having separate rooms and an independent access). EPC E 

DIXTON ROAD, MONMOUTH £499,999 MONMOUTH TOWN £400,000 MONMOUTH TOWN £500,000 

A rare opportunity to acquire a 4 bed, period 

detached property in a large plot set back from the 

road, just a short flat walk to the town centre. It 

has bright rooms throughout with a ground floor 

self-contained 1 bed annexe. Level mature gardens, 

a detached double garage & single workshop all set 

off a sweeping private, gated drive with parking for 

multiple vehicles. In need of being up-graded but 

provides an excellent opportunity for personalising. 

No onward chain. EPC D 

This is an exciting opportunity to purchase one of 

three Grade II listed luxurious properties that have 

been converted from a former Coaching Inn and 

recently renovated to an extremely high standard 

and retaining original features throughout. This 

Immaculately presented, contemporary and 

spacious two-bedroom first floor apartment is 

situated in the centre of town. Offering private 

off-road parking, an attractive inner courtyard 

and roof terrace. EPC C 

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Ideally located a short flat walk into the centre of 

the town is this smartly presented four bed Grade 

II listed Victorian townhouse. Tastefully and 

sympathetically modernised, offering bright and 

airy accommodation over two floors. Attractive 

paved inner courtyard garden and integrated 

single garage. No onward chain. EPC D

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“When we converted the dilapidated barn in 

our garden into a holiday cottage, my husband 

etched a line in the wooden floor to mark the 

border between England and Wales, so people 

can stand with a foot either side of it!” 

Rebecca Stoddard, who has lived at Box Bush in Upper 

Redbrook, Gloucestershire for the past 13 years explains 

that for much of its length, the border with Wales is marked 

by the River Wye, but at Redbrook, the dividing line is a 

brook that runs under their property. “It goes under our 

front garden and through a culvert under the holiday 

cottage, so our guests can have a shower in England and 

then make themselves a cup of tea in Wales!” 

Proud of their property’s idiosyncrasy, the couple have also 

referenced it in the décor, commissioning a local artist and 

a stained glass specialist to design and create a beautiful 

window which is positioned above the staircase in the 

holiday accommodation. “ It shows the River Wye and a 

dragon and daffodils one side of the river and roses the 

other. When the sun shines it casts a lovely red and yellow 

light on the floor.” 

The cute one-bedroom holiday cottage has been 

transformed from a tumble-down stone barn, once used 

for storing apples and potatoes. The accommodation is 

arranged with the kitchen/living room on the top floor, 

opening to a private raised deck with views over the 

Wye Valley. Enhancing the character of the room are 

old floorboards reclaimed from a school. Downstairs is a 

gorgeous bedroom, with a luxurious en-suite bathroom and 

bespoke pine wardrobes fitted under the stairs. Rebecca 

has created an eye-catching feature wall behind the bed. 

“I wanted to make the cottage a little bit quirky so I used a 

mural wallpaper which I bought online. You pick a painting 

– I chose Monet’s Cherry Blossom – and then you give the 

measurements and it is made to size. It takes a certain skill 

to get it on the wall and lined up!” 

Converting the barn in their garden is just one of a series of 

improvements that Rebecca and her husband, Richard, have 

Border beauty 

Sharon Chilcott finds out how a lovely Wye Valley property lays claim to a truly 

unrivalled location. 

made to Box Bush, since moving there from London with 

their two young children. Box Bush is thought to date back 

to the 1850s when the pretty village of Redbrook, on the 

east bank of the River Wye, was a hive of industrial activity 

– the site of blast furnaces for copper and iron smelting, 

corn and paper mills and, from the 1800s to the 1960s, a 

tin plate factory that was world renowned for producing 

exceptionally fine, thinly rolled tin. “Part of the house was 

two workers cottages and just up the road from us there 

used to be a mill, so it is possible that this was lived in by 

people who worked there.” 

To adapt their home to their family lifestyle, Rebecca 

and Richard ingeniously re-arranged the layout, whilst 

upgrading the accommodation and stamping their own 

Our guests can have a shower in England and then make themselves a cup of tea in Wales! 

mark on it. “For the size of the house, it had a small kitchen 

so my husband suggested we move the kitchen to what was 

the living room. Upstairs, a room that the previous owner 

had used as a cinema room was potentially the loveliest 

room in the house. So, we made that the grown-ups’ living 

room and downstairs, we have a kids’ living room cum 

playroom. Initially, we turned what had been the kitchen into 

a study, but Richard is really good at thinking outside the 

box and a couple of years ago, he suggested we move the 

front door into that room, making it into a lovely hallway with 

lots of cupboard space. Where the front door was we have 

now made into a stone and oak-built conservatory, which I 

use as my office. It is lovely and sunny and a really nice place 

to work – it has the best outlook in the whole house!” 

In planning the new kitchen, Richard and Rebecca were 

keen to retain the property’s original features, including not 

just one, but two open fireplaces, each with a nook where 

there would have been a bread oven – the doubling up 

presumably a consequence of the property having once 

been two houses. One fireplace, in the family dining area, 

now houses a free-standing drinks cabinet, with the bread 

oven made into a wine cupboard. In the other fireplace 

there is a Rangemaster cooker and Rebecca uses the bread 

oven for her tea and coffee jars. 

The kitchen makes a wonderful family hub, its warm and 

welcoming ambiance enhanced by original exposed oak 

beams, terracotta tiled flooring and the attractive feature 

of an original beamed recess, possibly a former window 

opening, now turned into a large spice rack. The L-shaped 

kitchen is fitted with Shaker-style kitchen units with oak 

worksurfaces. Dividing the working area from the dining 

space is a breakfast bar with an inset ceramic Belfast style 

sink. “Everybody loves the kitchen. It’s a real working kitchen 

– we both like to cook – and it’s got lots of lovely socialising 

space.” 

From the kitchen a handsome, wooden staircase curves up 

to the first floor, where there are two charming bedrooms, 

a family bathroom and a principal bedroom with bespoke 

fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. Meanwhile, 

Get the Look 

The kitchen units were installed by 

Monmouth Kitchens and Bathrooms, Unit 

2C, Wonastow Road, Monmouth 07949 

431405 www.monmouthkitchens.co.uk 

The terracotta tiles are from Mandarin 

Stone, 1, Wonastow Road Industrial Estate 

(east), Monmouth 01600 710681 www. 

mandarinstone.com 

Get the Lifestyle 

Box Bush, Upper Redbrook, Monmouth is 

on the market for £785,000 with Roscoe 

Rogers and Knight, 3 Agincourt Square, 

Monmouth NP25 3BT 01600 772929 www. 

roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

in the corner of the kitchen a traditional ledge and brace 

door opens to an inner hallway, which leads into the lower 

floor of an extension built by the previous owner. Here is 

the room which Rebecca and Richard have allocated as a 

children’s playroom/living room. It has a bathroom next 

door, so also doubles up as a guest room. Stairs from the 

inner hallway lead up to the stunning living room, which 

is one of Rebecca’s favourite spaces. “I can’t really choose 

between that and the kitchen!” It’s a bright, sunny room 

with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, deep oak window 

ledges and engineered pine flooring. Rebecca has created 

a comfortable ambiance by choosing a lovely warm mustard 

shade for the walls. There is a woodburning stove set on 

a slate hearth in the corner and a recess in the wall above 

makes an attractive and unusual wood store. French doors 

lead out to a decked terrace where the couple have their 

hot tub. 

Continuing with the reconfiguration of their property, the 

couple went on to create a new access from the hallway to 

the utility room and separate boiler room/laundry room. 

“You used to go outside to get there and that was a nuisance 

with washing! Now it makes a convenient boot room with a 

utility sink and it is great when you come back with muddy 

dogs!” 

Next on the list was ways to make better use of the half 

acre grounds surrounding the property. The couple added 

a door from the kitchen to a secluded sun patio at the 

front of the house, which is ideal for outdoor dining and 

entertaining. They redesigned the upper terraced gardens, 

where decked areas make the most of the elevated location 

and the lovely views of the wooded Wye Valley. To one side, 

they created a chicken yard enclosed with wooden posts 

and wire fencing. They had a large store/workshop built at 

the top of the garden and created a car port for the Air BnB 

next to their existing double garage. 

Their latest project, post-Covid, was to create a separate 

home office for Richard, a timber-built building tucked away 

in the corner of the garden. 

Sharon Chilcott 

Get in Touch 

If your house is on the market and you have completed a 

renovation, property project or interiors make-over that 

you would like to share, Sharon would be delighted to 

hear from you. You can get in touch by emailing: core. 

concepts@btinternet.com, putting Through the Keyhole 

in the subject line.

NEWS 9 

63 Romilly Road 

(Block of 3 flats), Cardiff, 

South Glamorgan, CF5 1FL 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Sold for 335,000 

Guide Price: £385,000 

The Rickfield Monmouth Guide Price £575,000 

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 

bungalow offers flexible accommodation throughout with large reception rooms, three double bedrooms, two en-suite lavatories, 

a well-established large garden, large double garage, gated driveway and an impressive view over neighbouring farmland. EPC: C 

Monmouth Office 01600 712916 

Cartref The Narth Offers Over £600,000 

A substantial detached property in an idyllic location at the end of a no through road, just a 10 minute drive from Monmouth 

town. In the centre of its mature garden, offering plentiful scope for renovation or extension, this property offers large, light 

rooms throughout with three reception rooms, three double bedrooms, a double garage and large, gated driveway. EPC: E 


41-42 Mariner Street, 

Hillside Farm, Broadstone, 

SOLD 

Swansea, SA1 5BA 

Trelleck, Monmouth, 

Gwent, NP25 4QF 

Sold for £230,000 




Courtfield Close Monmouth Guide Price £219,000 

A well-presented, spacious modern property conveniently located on the edge of Monmouth within walking distance of the town, 

with far reaching views towards The Kymin. The property is in a well-established quiet cul-de-sac enjoying a sunny aspect. Two 

double bedrooms and a pleasant enclosed rear garden with side access. There is a garage and driveway for two cars. EPC: C 


www.david-james.co.uk 

Brook Estate Monmouth Guide Price £350,000 

An incredibly unique four bedroom, semi-detached family home providing an abundance of character features throughout. The 

house has been lovingly extended by the current owners with a large open plan kitchen/family room to the rear with utility room 

and w.c. The rear of the house overlooks a sizeable private, level rear garden. There is ample parking to the front. EPC: C 


Leading UK auctioneer says strong demand for 

property persists despite market correction 

Green space to be improved in Monmouth 

Plans to enhance the riverside by the historic Monnow Bridge and 

improve basic infrastructure in Monmouth are under way. 

The project is a partnership between Monmouthshire County Council and Monmouth Town 

Council and is funded by the Welsh Government Brilliant Basics scheme. The scheme aims to 

enable small scale tourism infrastructure improvements designed to improve the attractiveness 

of towns for visitors. 

The project includes tree and wildflower planting, new picnic and park benches to enjoy the 

lovely riverside spot with its view of the iconic bridge, signage and a sculpture to create a 

more visual separation of the green space from the car park. In addition to the improvements 

to the open space, new “smart” litter bins will be installed on Monnow Street and other key 

locations. 

The popular green space on the old cattle market beside the Old Monnow Bridge was selected 

for funding as this is the first and last impression that many visitors get of Monmouth. 

The sculpture being created by Newport community mosaic artist Stephanie Roberts will 

represent the need to protect our precious rivers and wildlife. 

Stephanie will also be hosting a community event as part of the project at the Ty Price, St 

Thomas Hall: 

Workshop opportunities 

Friday, 24th November, morning and afternoon sessions. 

Stephanie is inviting the community to sign up for two print-based workshops, where 

individuals will create prints that will inspire and inform the detailed mosaic elements of the 

artwork, inspired by the River Monnow and guardianship. Places are limited. Children must 

be aged 13+ unless accompanied by an adult. 

Please come along to Ty Price on Saturday 11th November to hear about the project and sign up for a 

workshop. 

As part of the project also, Stephanie is working with Monmouth Comprehensive School’s Art 

Club to develop the designs further. 

A significant project element is introducing “smart” recycling litter bins throughout the town 

centre to collect cans, plastic bottles and paper cups for recycling. Analysis of the content of 

litter bins in Monmouth showed 30% of the items in bins could be recycled if suitable bins 

were available. The new bins will be installed in January and February, making it as easy to 

find a recycling bin as it is to find a normal litter bin on the street. Monmouthshire residents 

are among the top recyclers in Wales, with 70% of all household waste being recycled. In 

addition to street recycling litter bins, five larger recycling hubs will be introduced where 

glass bottles, cans, plastic bottles and paper cups can be recycled. The bins will also be fitted 

with electronic bin fill sensors as part of a trial to test how technology can help reduce the 

frequency of overflowing litter bins. 

Monmouthshire County Council Cabinet Member for Climate Change and the Environment, 

Cllr Catrin Maby, said: “ This spot near Monnow Bridge is a popular area to sit and enjoy the 

river, and I am looking forward to seeing the wildflowers and trees and the new benches and 

sculpture. I am pleased also that we are making it easier for people to recycle when they are 

out and about, as well as at home. We have already achieved a good domestic recycling rate in 

Monmouthshire, and this is a good next step.” 

Monmouth Town Council councillor, Cllr Jane Lucas said: “I’m excited by the plans for 

Blestium Street, and really looking forward for residents to be part of the project. The scheme 

will undoubtedly improve existing public space with wildflowers and trees. Residents in this 

popular and historic part of Monmouth will welcome more recycling bins.” 

The project is part of our Motion for Rivers and Ocean Action Plan, raising awareness of 

the impact litter can have on our rivers and seas. You can find out more about our Motion 

for Rivers and Ocean Action Plan here: https://democracy.monmouthshire.gov.uk/documents/ 

s32681/1c%20Motion%20for%20ocean%20Action%20plan%20DRAFT.pdf 

Leading property auctioneer Paul Fosh claims strong demand for property persists across all 

sectors despite the effects of a recent ‘correction’ in the market. 

Paul was commenting after the completion of the Paul Fosh 

Auctions November sale in which 100 properties were offered 

generating a total income of £5,818,940 with 58 per cent of lots 

offered, sold 

Paul, owner of Newport, Gwent-based Paul Fosh Auctions, said: 

“Our online November auction demonstrated once again that the 

property market remains as buoyant as ever. There is a strong 

demand for properties in all sectors but there is one key point that 

people should remember; there has been a correction in the market. 

“On average we’d say that correction equates to about 10% but 

correctly priced properties are selling well. At our most recent 

auction (November 7-9) we had many cases of multiple buyers 

pushing sales prices way above expectations and two where the sale 

Plas Tirion, Tan Y Gopa, 

Abergele, Clwyd, LL22 8DS 

Sold for £191,000 


48 Caerphilly Road, 

Bassaleg, Newport, Gwent, 

NP10 8LF 

Sold for £185,000 


SOLD 

SOLD 

price was more than twice the guide price. 

“One property guided at £95,000 selling for £191,000 and another 

in Ferndale guided at £45,000-plus and selling for £121,000. 

As always, though, the key is to guide and reserve the properties 

competitively to generate interest and attract buyers. 

“Numbers of entries are still holding up well with 100 properties in 

the November sale and large numbers already coming in for our last 

sale of the year in December. The online catalogue for that sale to be 

held 14 December will be released on November 23.” 

The top selling lots in the Paul Fosh Auctions November sale were: 

For more information on this news release please contact David Barnes at 

DB Public Relations on 07866 148407 

david.barnes@dbpublicrelations.co.uk 

Flat 3, 11 & 12 St. Stephens 

Court, Pottery Terrace, 

Newport, NP20 2NX 



SOLD

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PROPERTIES 13 

Sales - Monmouth 




Old School Lane, Wyesham 

£315,000 

Highbury Terrace, Redbrook 

£225,000 

Monnow Street 

£225,000 

Dixton Close 

£380,000 

Modern detached three bedroom property with 

garage, carefully maintained since new. Garden to 

side with views towards the Kymin. Additional parking 

space. Good local amenities, including School and 

Shop. 

Substantial three bedroom semi-detached property, 

enjoying an elevated setting along the Wye Valley. 

With good views to the front and overlooking farmland 

to the rear. On the edge of the thriving village. 

Available immediately. 

This luxury top floor, deceptively quiet apartment has 

been used as a very successful Airbnb. Fully furnished two 

bedroom apartment with ensuite, open plan living area, 

overlooks the centre of Monmouth town and has rear views 

towards the Kymin and across Chippenham playing fields. 

Situated in the highly sought after Dixton Close, this 

4 bedroom semi-detached family home is just a short 

walk from the comprehensive school. The property 

benefits from lovely views over farmland to the rear 

with garage and ample parking to the front. 





Studland, Welsh Newton, Monmouth 

PA Black 01600 714355 www.rightmove.co.uk 

Guide Price 

£395,000 

3 1 2 

OIL 

Three bedroom semi-detached with garage. Well proportioned accommodation. Village location with countryside views. 

Whitebrook 

Sales - Chepstow 

£525,000 

Charming detached property situated within the 

tranquil semi-rural woodland setting along the 

Whitebrook Valley, within the picturesque Wye Valley. 

Attractive well stocked cottage gardens and useful 

outbuildings. 

West End, Ruardean 


£490,000 

Character three bedroom detached cottage located 

in this sought after Ruardean village location along 

with a BUILDING PLOT having full planning permission 

granted for a four bedroom detached dormer 

bungalow and garage block within the grounds. 

West End, Ruardean 

This superb spacious six bedroom family home with 

detached annex which has living accommodation 

and further potential accommodation or other use to 

the ground floor (subject to relevant permissions). The 

property has been renovated throughout. 


£425,000 

Dixton Close 

Well presented modern four bedroom family home 

situated in this sought after location with a spacious 

one bedroom bungalow attached, ideal for MULTI 

GENERATIONAL LIVING. Larger than average plot. 

Double garage with workshop area. 


£795,000 

Situated between Monmouth and Hereford in the popular village of Welsh Newton with far 

reaching countryside views to front and rear. The property offers an array of modern eco-friendly 

features incorporated alongside a characterful comfortable family home. 

Beautifully presented modern three bedroom semi-detached property with farmland views to front 

and rear aspect. Benefitting from a number of eco features which contribute to a more user-friendly 

environment. Including triple glazing, solar panels and external rainwater preservation for water 

flushing. The high specification timber framed build, is faced with part block, weather treated 

render with an attractive quality stonework finish, set beneath a slate roof, with matching attached 

garage. In brief the accommodation comprises; Entrance Hall with Cloakroom, Sitting room with 

glazed panels and door to rear garden. Fitted Kitchen with Utility Room, door to Garage. On the 

first floor, Master Bedroom with ensuite Shower Room, two further Bedrooms and Bathroom. 

The property is approached over a shared driveway which provides a turning area at the end of 

the cul-de-sac. The gravelled parking area is set immediately in front of the garage. A side gate 

leads around to the rear garden which is extremely well maintained. With raised planted border, 

attractive gravel terrace with paved patio. Set to one side is a decked area ideal for entertaining with 

BBQ area, outside lighting and power. Panelled area concealing oil tank. 

Celtic Close, Undy, Caldicot 

£380,000 

Brookside, Tintern 

£250,000 

Severn Quay 

£320,000 

Broadstone Terrace, Catbrook 

£285,000 

Deceptively spacious modern four bedroom detached 

family home set in this desirable residential location 

within this sought after village of Undy. Convenient 

location within easy walking distance to local schools 

and amenities offered in Magor square. 

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! Driveway. 

UPVC double glazing. MUST BE VIEWED! 

Opportunity to purchase this fantastic FIRST floor 

TWO bedroom luxury apartment. Allocated parking 

space! Accommodation comprises private hallway, 

contemporary open plan luxury kitchen/living room, 

contemporary luxury bathroom. NO CHAIN! 

A recently renovated, three bedroom semi detached 

home which has been updated & improved to a high 

standard! Ideally placed to make the most of rural life, 

whilst having easy access to local amenities and road 

links. Must be seen to be appreciated. 





Deepweir Drive, Caldicot 

£545,000 

Superb deceptively spacious well presented family 

home which is situated in this highly sought after cul 

de sac location over looking green space and close to 

Caldicot town centre, offering schooling, shopping, 

health & leisure facilities as well as Caldicot Castle. 

Wyebank Road, Tutshill 

£445,000 

Opportunity to purchase this truly stunning THREE 

BEDROOM detached split level family home with 

VIEWS TO THE REAR! This superb very well presented 

property has been owned by the current owners since 

new and has been extended, updated & improved. 

Woodland Rise, LYDNEY 

£290,000 

Superb opportunity to purchase this immaculately 

presented two bedroom semi detached bungalow 

which is situated in this highly sought after location 

within walking distance of the town’s facilities. 

Driveway, garage and workshop! MUST BE VIEWED! 

Church Road, Caldicot 

£575,000 

Walnut Tree House is a spacious modern self build 

detached family home set in this highly desirable 

location. Well proportioned accommodation. Situated 

in this highly desirable village location with excellent 

access to local amenities and ideal for commuting. 

Church Road, Caldicot 

PA Black 01291 630876 www.peteralan.co.uk 

OIEO 

£550,000 

Individually designed modern family home. Four bedrooms. Ensuite. No onward chain. Well presented. 

Walnut Tree House is a spacious modern self build detached family home set in this highly 

desirable location. Well proportioned accommodation comprises hallway, cloakroom/ 

WC, lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room and integral garage to the ground floor. 

Four bedrooms (master with ensuite shower room) and a family bathroom to the first 

floor. Front garden with driveway for several cars leading to garage. Enclosed gardens to 

rear and side. The property benefits UPVC double glazing and gas central heating. The 

property is situated in this highly desirable village location with excellent access to local 

amenities and ideal for commuting with the M4 motorway bringing Cardiff, Bristol and 

4 2 2 

London within convenient distance. Offered with no onward chain. 

Enter via an opaque UPVC double glazed door to hallway. Doors to cloakroom/WC, 

lounge and kitchen/dining room. Stairs to first floor. Ceramic tile flooring. Under floor 

heating. 

An enclosed level garden which has a block paved patio area with pathways leading to 

sides. Area laid to lawn. Gate to front. Steps up to further patio area. Raised flower beds. 

Outside tap. Feature Walnut tree, plants and shrubs to borders. 

GAS

Chepstow 

01291 629799 

Usk 

01291 672034 

Regionally 

40 offices 

throughout 

Wales and the 

South West 

Monmouth 

01600 775930 

Nationally 

225 offices across 

Great Britain 

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Abergavenny 

01873 736515 

This stylish, detached, five-bedroom country home, designed to accommodate 

the needs of a growing family, enjoys a sought-after rural location on the edge 

of Llanvaches, with easy access to Chepstow, Newport and Cardiff. Set in 

gardens and grounds of nearly 4.5 acres, the well-planned living space along 

with the detached double garage boasts an impressive 3,500 sq ft. The 

equestrian facilities comprise a paddock and a stone-built stable block with 

three stables. It is being sold with no onward chain. EPC Rating: C 

This inspired conversion of an historic cart house provides characterful, 

contemporary living space in a convenient rural environment, offering easy 

access to the M4 and major towns and cities. This stunning, three-bedroom 

family home has a farmhouse-style kitchen and two light-filled reception 

rooms, three bedrooms, en-suite and jack-and-jill family bathroom. Delightful 

landscaped gardens, double garage and ample parking. EPC Rating: D 

Nestled in the heart of picturesque countryside, Fine and Country Newport 

proudly presents Waterloo Cottage. This property sits in approximately 1.7 

acres and truly embodies the essence of countryside living. As you approach 

Waterloo Cottage, you are immediately captivated by its enchanting 

surroundings. The meticulously maintained gardens, adorned with vibrant 

flowers and lush greenery, create a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The 

property truly comes alive with its expansive paddock and stables. EPC Rating: 

D 

Built in 2018, this spacious and spectacularly positioned unique home is 

situated in this highly sought after Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', 

surrounded by rolling countryside with far reaching panoramic views over the 

Usk Valley, the Celtic Manor Resort and the 2010 Ryder Cup Golf Course. Set 

in approximately 9 acres of land with mature gardens, grazing paddocks, 

kennels, three stables and a tack room, garden shed with basement and 

attached greenhouse, this property certainly has something for everyone! EPC 

Rating: C 

Internationally 

Plus 75 

offices globally 

Ross-on-Wye 

01989 764132 

Newport 

01633 927277 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £1,100,000 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £685,000 

Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £1,100,000 

Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £1,800,000 

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associates all 

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02921 690690 

BETTWS NEWYDD 

PARKHOUSE, TRELLECK 

LEA 

DYMOCK 

Nestled in the Monmouthshire countryside in the highly desirable village of Bettws 

Newydd, overlooking its own grounds and the woodlands of the Usk Valley, sits this 

magnificent, high quality country property. This large, five-bedroom home has two 

spacious and characterful reception rooms, lovely formal dining room and farmhousestyle 

kitchen/breakfast room together with a stunning Amdega conservatory to take full 

advantage of the peaceful, private location and the idyllic rural views. Set in gardens and 

grounds of approximately 1.4 acres with beautiful south-facing walled gardens and a 

paddock of approximately half an acre. No upper chain. EPC Rating: E 

This stunning executive property in a picturesque village location combines a visionary 

renovation of a former farmhouse with a magnificent extension which takes full 

advantage of the breathtaking, long distance outlook over the rolling Monmouthshire 

countryside towards the Severn Estuary. Luxurious and stylish, the unique, contemporary 

detached home has been planned to the last detail, so it is ideal for a busy family to 

move straight in. Designed to be easy to live in and economic to run, it has five spacious 

bedrooms, a versatile home office above the garage and a low-maintenance, landscaped 

garden. EPC Rating: C 

This wonderful detached 1930's home sits on the edge of a much sought after village 

close to Ross-on-Wye. Extensively upgraded by the current owners with real attention 

to detail and a focus on quality of finish. Everything from the heating system, electrics, 

kitchen, bathroom, doors, radiators and décor throughout have been replaced and 

upgraded, to create a beautiful home. The accommodation comprises a kitchen, two 

spacious reception rooms and a cloak room to the ground floor, with three double 

bedrooms and a family bathroom upstairs. Outside is a large, beautifully maintained 

garden with stunning south facing views, a detached garage and parking. EPC Rating: E 

Located on the edge a popular village, is this beautifully renovated home offering a huge 

array of stylish and practical features both inside and out. Immaculately presented, with 

careful attention to detail and a focus on high quality fixtures and fittings. To the ground 

floor a wonderful open plan kitchen-living room, a ground floor bedroom, cloak room 

and a utility room. To the first floor are four double bedrooms, an en-suite, family 

bathroom. Outside there is a lawned area, a substantial timber outbuilding currently in 

use as a home office and an amazing outside kitchen-dining area. To the front is parking 

and detached garage. EPC Rating: C 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 Guide price £1,625,000 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 Guide price £1,100,000 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764141 Guide price £725,000 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764141 Guide price £750,000

5 3 3 1.8%. 

4 2 2 C 

3 1 1 D 

3 2 2 1.8%. 

4 2 4 C 

2 1 1 D 

4 2 2 N/A 

3 2 2 E 

ST BRIAVELS 

Modern country home on 1.7 acre garden 

Kitchen diner, large lounge, annexe 

Primary bedroom with ensuite and balcony 



CHEPSTOW 

Four-bed, two-bathroom cottage 

Character beams & inglenook fireplaces 

Modern kitchen, sunroom & large garden 



CHEPSTOW 

Luxury kitchen 

Sought after location 

Large lounge with fireplace 



CHEPSTOW 

Located on a quiet residential close 

Three-bed bungalow with en-suite annexe 

Kitchen lounge diner and conservatory 



OSBASTON 

Detached four-bedroom home 

Beautifully landscaped gardens 

Spacious living accommodation 

Archer & Co Monmouth 01600 713030 


MONMOUTH 

Victorian two-bedroom terrace 

Potential to improve 

Walking distance to Monmouth town 



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Characterful town house 

Four well-proportioned bedrooms 

Courtyard garden and parking 



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Beautiful village location 

Ideal first time buy or family home 

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4 2 2 1.8%. 

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4 3 3 D 

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CHEPSTOW 

Located on the edge of Chepstow 

Four bedrooms 

No onward chain 



CHEPSTOW 

Private balcony overlooking the River Wye 

Underground secure allocated parking 

Proximity to the town of Chepstow 



BEACHLEY 

Versatile living with annexe 

Quarter acre garden with decked area 

Large conservatory 



CHEPSTOW 

Three-bed home 

Open plan living & dining room 

Duo of French doors to generous garden 



LLANDENNY 

Converted detached barn 

Four/five bedrooms 

Landscaped gardens of approx 1/3 of an acre 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


LLANDENNY 

Detached three bed property 

Countryside views 

Village location 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


KINGCOED 

Detached cottage set in village location 

Stunning, far reaching views 

Three double bedrooms 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


USK 

Recently renovated mid terraced home 

Potential for loft conversion (subject to planning) 

Courtyard & private enclosed garden 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


4 2 3 E 

3 1 1 E 

4 1 2 C 

3 1 3 D 

5 4 3 C 

2 2 3 E 

4 1 2 D 

3 1 2 C 

VINEGAR HILL 

Electric gated entrance 

Desirable location close to amenities 

No upper chain 

Archer & Co Caldicot 01291 626262 


CALDICOT 

Off road parking & garage 

Close to local amenities 

Popular cul de sac location 



CALDICOT 


Driveway for three vehicles plus garage 

Ideally located for amenities & schooling 



CALDICOT 

Additional reception room offering flexibility 


Popular location 



LANGSTONE 

Close to highly regarded schools 

Generous size plot 

Beautifully decorated throughout 

Archer & Co Newport 01633 449884 


LANGSTONE 

Beautifully maintained grounds 

Driveway 

Great location 


Offers over £625,000 

CAERLEON 

Separate dining room 


Close to amenities 



NEWPORT 

Outbuilding to the rear 


Close to amenities 



5 4 4 C 

4 3 3 1.8%. 

3 1 1 1.8%. 

4 1 2 D 

3 1 2 D 

3 1 2 1.5%. 

3 1 2 E 

3 1 1 C 

LLANVACHES 

Multi-generational living opportunity 

Twin garages & ample off road parking 




PORTSKEWETT 


Refurbished and renovated throughout 

Viewing highly recommended 



PORTSKEWETT 


Enclosed rear garden with sun terrace 

Popular village location 



CAERWENT 

Large Conservatory 


No onward Chain 



Drybrook 

Detached House 

Three bedrooms 

Private garden 

Archer & Co Ross-on-Wye 01989 768484 


Lea 

Semi-detached Cottage 





Drybrook 

Detached three bedroom dormer bungalow 

Sought after edge of village location 

Good size gardens with views 



Ross-on-Wye 

Terraced home with character features 


Highly desired location 



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3 2 2 B 

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4 2 2 1.8%. 

4 2 2 1.2%. 

4 2 2 D 

4 2 2 1.5%. 

4 2 2 1.8%. 

MATHERN 

Detached character cottage in village 


Generous garden 



LYDNEY 

Vacant upon completion 

Detached double garage 

Great commuting location 



TUTSHILL 

Peaceful location on popular estate 

Four bed detached modern home with views 

Kitchen-diner, lounge, three bathrooms 



LYDNEY 

Detached property with garage 

Picturesque location on the outskirts of town 

Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes 



ROCKFIELD 

Four-bed country cottage with views 

Full of character and period features 

Three stunning reception rooms 



LLANDOGO 

Detached, four-bedroom family home 

Spectacular riverside views and gardens 

Private parking for several vehicles 



MONMOUTH 


Downstairs Cloakroom 

Garage & Driveway parking 



MITCHEL TROY 


Multi-generational living potential 

Beautiful wraparound garden 



3 2 1 1.8%. 

3 1 1 D 

3 2 2 C 

3 2 1 E 

5 4 4 D 

5 4 4 1.5%. 

4 2 3 1.8%. 

5 3 3 N/A 

TINTERN 

Wye Valley Tintern location with views 

Beautiful location 

Three double bedrooms, principal en-suite 



BULWARK 

Located close to easy access to main road links 


Spacious lounge diner 



CHEPSTOW 

Prime town centre location near castle 

Three-bed with kitchen diner and lounge 

Off-road parking, rear garden with views 



ST. ARVANS 

Three-bed bungalow in village location 

Low maintenance garden 

Large lounge diner connected to kitchen 



LLANGYBI 

Detached residence of approx 4500 sq.ft 

Monmouthshire Countryside views 

Convenient commuting location 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

Guide price £1,200,000 

USK 

Charming detached five bed family home 

Situated in the heart of Usk 

Gated driveway & off road parking 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

Guide price £1,250,000 

USK 

Converted from 17th Century Inn 

Gated driveway and Garage 

No onward chain. 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


GLASCOED 

Peaceful rural location with 1.5 acres 

Five-bed historic home with character 

Potential for multi-generational living 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 


4 2 2 1.8%. 

4 2 2 1.8%. 

3 2 2 D 

4 3 1 C 

3 2 2 C 

4 2 4 2.4%. 

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CALDICOT 

Spacious kitchen with breakfast area 

Private landscaped enclosed rear garden 

Viewing highly recommended 



PORTSKEWETT 

Located with easy access to the M4 

Dedicated study 

Double garage with electric door 



PORTSKEWETT 

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Off road parking for several vehicles 




PORTSKEWETT 

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Two allocated parking spaces 

Jack & Jill shower room to bed 2 & 3 



CROESYCEILIOG 

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Separate dining room 

Amazing views over the countryside 



LANGSTONE 

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Study/playroom 

Conservatory 



CAERLEON 

Cinema room 

Utility room 

Fantastic location 



NEWPORT 

Beautifully maintained rear garden 

Amazing views over Newport 

Split over three floors 



3 2 1 B 

3 1 2 D 

3 2 1 C 

4 2 1 C 

4 1 2 D 

5 2 3 D 

3 2 2 Grade II 

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SUDBROOK 

En-suite to principal bedroom 

Beautifully landscaped rear gardens 

Driveway and detached garage 



CALDICOT 


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CAERWENT 

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Superb village location 

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Four bedrooms 

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Ruardean Woodside 

Spacious five bedroom family home 

Large gardens, parking, garage 

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Three double bedroom apartment 

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£300,000 

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Detached House with one bedroom Annexe 

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Fir Park House, Usk 

Guide Price 

5 4 4 

Archer & Co 01291 672212 www.archerandco.com £1,200,000 

1970’s built Dalton/Haywood detached residence. Versatile accommodation over 2 floors. Far reaching countryside views. 

A substantial detached residence set within the heart of Monmouthshire between Usk and 

Caerleon, and enjoying superb countryside views. An imposing and substantial detached 

residence situated on a generous plot and offering versatile accommodation for the discerning 

buyer. Benefitting from pleasant gardens incorporating a heated swimming pool, this home 

is truly a gem within the Monmouthshire region and boasts character and charm juxtaposed 

with modernity that is demanded within a home of this calibre. Built by renowned builders 

Dalton and Hayward in 1971 and offered for sale for the first time in 25 years, this executive 

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home has been featured in drama series for both Netflix and the BBC due to it’s unique and 

individual design. 

The village of Llangybi is only a short drive from the small towns of Caerleon and Usk and 

offers great road links to Newport, the M4 and other cities including Cardiff, Bristol and The 

Midlands. Caerleon itself is recognised for it’s historically important Roman Fortress and 

Baths which makes it popular with tourists. 

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Ty Llwyd, Llanishen, Chepstow 

Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com 

Guide Price 

£800,000 

Prepare to be amazed by this substantial detached bungalow which is sat in the most charming 

landscaped gardens and has been designed with the utmost consideration for the breathtaking 

views and expansive windows throughout adorn this space, allowing the beauty of the 

surroundings to flood in. With a delightful southwest-facing aspect, you’ll have the perfect 

vantage point from your balcony to bask in the glory of radiant sunsets over the Vale of 

Monmouth and towards the awe-inspiring Brecon Beacons. 

But it’s not just the stunning surroundings that make this a most sought-after location. Travel up 

the lane into the vibrant Llanishen village, a haven of community spirit. Here, you’ll find all the 

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Substantial detached bungalow with breathtaking views. On the fringe of Llanishen village with local pub. 

conveniences you desire, from a welcoming local pub and a convenient shop to a bustling village 

hall. For those craving even more adventure and amenities, the historic towns of Monmouth 

and Chepstow await just several miles away. These charming towns offer an array of enticing 

options, including an eclectic mix of shops, renowned schools with outstanding reputations, 

and a plethora of leisure and sporting facilities to keep you entertained. 

This extraordinary property truly has it all. From its wealth of accommodation and 

breathtaking views to its beautifully landscaped gardens, parking, and versatile sub-level, 

every aspect has been thoughtfully designed to elevate your living experience. 

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Mae Gwasanaeth Gosod Sir Fynwy’n cynnig ffordd wahanol a chost eff eithiol o rentu eich eiddo. 

Ein nod yw gwneud rheoli a good eich eiddo’n broses syml a rhwydd, a gweithio gyda chi ar reoli a hysbysebu eich eiddo yn ogystal â dod o hyd i denantiaid 

wed’u fetio ar gyfer: 

Cynlluniau Rhentu Preifat 

Cynlluniau Lesio Preifat 

Gyda chymorth ac arweiniad gan ein tim, cyfeillgar, profiadol a phroffesiynol. 

Mae Gwasanaeth Gosod Sir Fynwy’n cynnig cynlluniau gosod tymor byr a hirdymor. At hyn, mae gennym lesoedd hirdymor, thwng pump ac ugain mlynedd, ar 

gael drwy ‘Gynllun Lesio Cymru’ a ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru ac a reolir gan Wasanaeth Lesio Sir Fynwy. Mae grantiau ar gael i helpu dod â chartrefi gwag yn 

ôl i gael eu defnyddio. 

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Monmouthshire Letting Service offer an alternative and cost-effective way to rent your property. 

We aim to make managing and letting your property a simple and easy process, working with you to manage and advertise your property as 

well as finding you vetted tenants for. 

Private Rental Schemes 

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available to help bring empty homes back into use. 

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Westbury on Severn, Gloucestershire 

Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com 

Guide Price 

£700,000 

Exquisitely presented detached family home. Equestrian facilities include stable block & tack room. Four bedrooms. 

This exquisitely-presented, detached four-bedroom home in a tranquil and beautiful rural 

location, set in approximately 2.6 acres including glorious well-loved cottage-style gardens and 

an established orchard, plus a stable block with pasture stretching down to the banks of the 

River Severn. 

This exquisitely-presented, detached four-bedroom home in a tranquil and beautiful rural 

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an established orchard, plus a stable block and tack room with pasture stretching down to 

the banks of the River Severn. 

For families who love the countryside, nature and horses, this property offers an idyllic 

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lifestyle. It is set in approximately 2.6 acre of land, tucked away in the hamlet of Bollow 

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fields, it enjoys captivating, far reaching views over the river and is within walking distance 

of the Walmore Common nature reserve, a habitat for swans and wading birds. 

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of Gloucester (8 miles) and Cheltenham (15 miles) have to offer. The property is also ideally 

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spending from April 2023 affecting innovative SMEs reporting financial periods beyond that date. 

HMRC revealed that almost 50% of claims submitted with the new mandatory digital information forms have been completed incorrectly. Non-compliant 

companies will receive letters from HMRC stating their claim is invalid unless they amend their returns, posing challenges for those who have procrastinated. 

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 

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endorsed by a named senior officer, any advising agent is named, and costs must be categorized with detailed R&D descriptions. 

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 

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% 

of claims, significantly higher than HMRC’s prior estimate of 3.6%. 

For the tax year 2021-22, UK companies spent £44.1 billion on R&D, up £3.3 billion from the previous year. 

Additional changes to the R&D tax credit scheme are proposed, stemming from HMRC’s malpractice campaign and recent 

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Top tips on how to winter proof your home 

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It will only be a matter of weeks before the crisp air and falling leaves herald 

the arrival of autumn and winter will be just around the corner. It’s essential to 

prepare your home for the colder months ahead and this is the case now more 

than ever. Whilst gas and electricity prices will not be as high as last winter, they 

will still be double what they were before Russia invaded Ukraine and experts are 

predicting they will rise again in January 2024. 

Have you done everything that you could do to winter-proof your home? Home 

improvement specialists Glevum have been installing energy-efficient doors and 

windows for nearly 40 years and over this time have picked up a vast amount of 

knowledge around making homes as energy efficient as they can possibly be 

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how Glevum Windows can help you 

winter-proof your home ensuring comfort, energy savings, and a snug ambiance 

throughout the autumn and winter. 

1. Replace your old windows and doors with Energy-Efficient Windows: 

Glevum Windows offers a range of energy-efficient options, such as double-glazed 

and triple-glazed windows. These windows are designed with multiple layers of 

glass that provide enhanced insulation, keeping the cold air out and preventing heat 

from escaping. This results in reduced heating bills (Government estimates state that 

installing A-rated windows and doors can save as much as £155 a year in your energy 

bills) lower carbon footprint and a more comfortable indoor environment. 

2. Change to energy-efficient LED bulbs: 

As the nights draw in, we tend to use more electricity lighting our homes to enhance 

the warm, welcoming feel. Replace traditional incandescent bulbs with LED lighting 

bulbs. LED bulbs use significantly less energy (typically 75% less) and last longer (as 

much as 25 times), making them a cost-effective choice for your home despite the 

fact they are more expensive at the outset. 

3. Consider using plugs for lighting that you can control remotely: 

Plugs and bulbs for your lighting from firms like Kasa are a great way to control 

your lighting and reduce energy use via their app. They can make your home look 

occupied when you are out (if combined with a Kasa camera – you can even turn 

on lights or radio when your house is approached by somebody you don’t know) 

and give you ultimate control – for example turning upstairs lights off when you are 

downstairs. 

4. Check how much loft insulation you have: 

In the 1980’s it was quite standard to install any thickness from 25mm to 50mm. 

Then, building regulations stated that homes should have as much as 100mm of loft 

insulation. This gradually increased to 200mm and now stands at 270mm for new 

builds. Not only will this reduce your heat loss and reduce the amount of energy you 

use, but like many of the steps we outline here it could improve your home’s energy 

rating improving its price and saleability. 

5. Keep an eye on your thermostat: 

If for example you usually heat your home to 20 degrees and you turn it down to 

say 19 degrees, could save as much as 13% on your energy bill. Also, turn it down 

further when you are out of the home for any extended period. Also, when you next 

upgrade your boiler, try to go for one that allows you to control it via an app on your 

phone. That way for example if you are out of your home for say 8 hours, you can 

turn it down even lower, but turn it back up to where you want it by the time you 

return home. 

6. Embrace Natural Solar Heat: 

Glevum Windows’ innovative designs allow you to harness the power of natural solar 

heat during the winter months. Their windows are engineered to maximize solar gain, 

capturing sunlight, and converting it into warmth for your home. This eco-friendly 

approach not only reduces heating costs but also contributes to a greener lifestyle. 

9. Consider carpets rather than wood laminate flooring: 

Carpets are the widely recognised more energy-efficient option than wood laminate 

for two reasons – they reduce drafts in the home, but they also have a warmer feel 

when walked on with bare feet, making it less likely that you will feel cold and 

increase the thermostat. 

10. Less hybrid working in the winter: 

Many of us have welcomed hybrid working since COVID. But if you have the option 

to flex when you work from home – look to do it less in the winter months. Working 

from home adds to your energy costs for everything from heating to lighting, to 

microwaves and kettles and of course for some laptops or PCs. 

Many of these tips you may have been aware of – at least to some extent. But 

hopefully, they will still act as a timely and helpful reminder. If the time has come 

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can lead to substantial energy savings over time. Saving a few pounds on the purchase 

price in the first instance can cost you a lot more in the long run. 

8. Shorter showers in the winter: 

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