Norton Skenfrith, Abergavenny
Property Features
- Picturesque country cottage
- Delightful rural location
- Extensive countryside views
- Excellent decorative order
- EPC Rating - E
Property Summary
Situated approximately 9 miles from Monmouth and 13 from Abergavenny; Juniper Cottage occupies an enviable position in the heart of rural Monmouthshire close to the historic village of Skenfrith with its 13th century castle on the banks of the Monnow river and its award winning hostelry, The Bell at Skenfrith.Surrounded on all sides by open countryside the cottage enjoys some outstanding views over open fields interspersed with areas of mature deciduous woodland. Believed to date from 1792 and enhanced by later additions the cottage retains much character and many features of interest whilst having been brought thoroughly up to date.
The property itself, briefly comprises; welcoming entrance hall, leading into the delightful sitting room, with patio doors opening out into the rear garden, views towards the countryside, future open fireplace and useful storage room. Modern kitchen and dining room, equipped with a wide range of base cupboards, Raeburn kitchen range which provides both heating and hot water, and two large picture windows with views out over the rear garden. Downstairs shower room, equipped with modern bathroom furniture, wash hand basin, W.C and shower enclosure, completing the ground floor accommodation is a useful utility room, with Belfast style sink, undercounter space for white goods and access to the rear garden. Stairs rise from the entrance hallway to the fist floor, where there are three bedrooms. The principal bedroom has the space to accommodate hanging space or storage options. Family bathroom with W.C, wash hand basin, bath and separate shower enclosure.
Full Details
Step Outside
There are excellent South-West facing gardens, predominantly to the side and rear, adjoining open fields which slope down to the Norton Brook in the valley bottom with views over the surrounding Blackbrook Estate. With well-kept borders, extensive lawn area and a stone paved patio area, ideal for alfresco dining the garden feels like a tranquil retreat. There is a useful stone-built outhouse for storage and off-road parking to the one side of the property.
Location
Situated between Monmouth and Abergavenny, with Ross-on-Wye and Hereford all nearby. The historical village of Skenfrith is renowned for the Castle with nearby River. There is a 13th Century Grade I Listed Church and a popular Inn with Restaurant also in the centre of the village. The nearby village of Broad Oak has a Garage and little shop. Cross Ash offers a Primary School, with the Montessori School at Llangattock-Vibon-Avel. With a good range of Shops, sporting activities and Schools in Monmouth along with access to motorway links via the A40 and A449.
Services
Mains electricity and water, private drainage and oil fired central heating system.
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Band - F
Please note that the Council Tax banding was correct as at date property listed. All buyers should make their own enquiries.
Fixtures and Fittings
Unless specifically described in these particulars, all fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation.
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