The Shrubbery, Llyswen, Powys. LD3 0YE Description The large, bright dining kitchen is fitted with a very good range of kitchen units The Shrubbery has much to offer in a incorporating a dishwasher, fridge and a beautiful location. The property is four-oven oil-fired “Aga”. There is a door approached from a private road alongside to outside, a larder and a walk-in cupboard the River Wye and is private while still and ample space for a large dining table. being in walking distance of local The good- sized utility/study is a versatile amenities. It was built as a fishing lodge in room with a door to the outside and is the 1960’s, replacing a much older fitted with a sink, kitchen units and space building, possibly a lodge to nearby with plumbing for a washing machine and Llangoed Hall Estate. It is a light and airy tumble drier, fitted book shelving and has The Shrubbery property with a peaceful feel. In all, the a large cloakroom off with a w.c., wash gardens and grounds including the river Llyswen hand basin and a store cupboard. bank and bed amount to around 6.4 acres. Brecon Very importantly, there are some 443 The master bedroom has fitted Powys yards of right bank fishing rights to the bookshelves, a dressing area with River Wye (to the middle of the river) LD3 0YE cupboards and an en-suite bathroom with which could be income producing. The panelled bath, wash hand basin, w.c., current owners also rent a further approx. bidet and w.c. This bathroom is shared Summary of features: 300 yards of river bank (rent negotiated with bedroom two. There are four annually). Both banks of the River Wye are bedrooms in total, all being well- designated as Sites of Special Scientific • A delightful rural riverside idyll in proportioned doubles. Bedroom four is Interest. Finally, there is a detached two the heart of The Wye Valley. currently used as a study and is bedroomed cottage which is currently used particularly well-fitted with shelving. There • Deceptively spacious substantial for holiday rentals and usually brings in is a family shower room with a large walk- stone house with a detached income between March and November. in shower, wash hand basin and w.c.. holiday cottage. Finally there is a large loft which is part • Some 443 yards of River Wye The Shrubbery has an impressive boarded and well insulated. fishing rights. reception hall which gives access to all the reception rooms and bedroom Location • A stunning and convenient accommodation. It contains an airing location. cupboard and three large store cupboards The villages of Boughrood and Llyswen with hanging rails and shelving with straddle the River Wye with the A470 further cupboards above. The dual aspect passing through the village of Llyswen. Hay-on-Wye 8.5 miles drawing room has large windows letting in The local facilities offered between the Builth Wells 11 miles lots of light and is of an excellent size, with villages comprise a petrol station, a Brecon 11.2 miles a wood-burning stove and two sets of recently built primary school, village fitted bookshelves and cupboards. stores, village hall, a café, public house and two churches. Overall this is a thriving community with Outside lower. There are stone steps leading down lots of recreational activities. Both Brecon to a grassy area by the river with a bothy The pretty gardens are mainly laid to a and Hay-on-Wye are approximately a and fishing croy. Wildlife abounds, otter, level lawn with mature shrubs and trees, twenty minute drive away, both of which herons, swans and ducks as well as flowering borders and beds. There is a have a wide range of services and kingfishers. productive kitchen garden beyond which is facilities. a small area of woodland. There is also an There are fishing rights to approximately outside toilet and shed. A gravelled Hay-on-Wye is a bustling market town 433 yards of freehold salmon and trout driveway provides ample parking for being very popular with tourists and is fishing. The Wye and Usk Foundation several vehicles and gives access to a renowned as the “town of books” for its control most of the remaining fishing on detached, brick out-building with a slate wealth of second-hand book shops as well the river. roof incorporating a garage, store shed, as other individual boutiques, shops, workshop and covered log store to the restaurants, cafés and range of public There is ample parking around the house rear. Just across the private road, sturdy houses and is known the world over for its and a garage block including two store stone steps installed by the current owners annual literary festival held in the Spring rooms. lead down to the peaceful and private river each year. bank, which has rights for fishing and A pretty garden surrounds the house and wading to half way across the river. There The Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons cottage including a thatched children’s is a stone built bothy and landing stage. offer excellent walking and riding whilst play house, an outside lavatory and the Offa’s Dyke is a popular route for toolshed. There is also a small vegetable The Shrubbery was originally created as a walkers. garden and woodland area behind the magnificent fishing lodge but is in fact garage. much more than that. It is not only a The nearest railway station is located at delightful place to live but is planned in Abergavenny, which is 23 miles and the The properties are well maintained and such a way as to be perfect for nearest motorway link to the M4 can be the exteriors painted this year. entertaining. It has handsome, well- found at Newport (42 miles). Hereford proportioned rooms and the doors have a station is approximately 50 minutes drive. distinctive maple wood veneer which add Tenure an elegant touch. The well-planned Freehold with vacant possession upon Shrub Cottage accommodation includes a large completion. A detached cottage currently used as a kitchen/dining room, beautiful spacious sitting room with a woodburning stove, Council Tax Band holiday let to accompany the fishing. It was converted some years ago as a four bedrooms, two large bathrooms and Powys County Council Band “G”. a cloakroom and a utility/office formerly Ghillie’s cottage. It offers a Sitting Room, Services large Kitchen, a Ground Floor Bedroom the Rod Room. with an En-Suite Shower Room. On the Mains electricity is connected. Oil-fired First Floor there is a bedroom with an En- The property has never been flooded and “Aga”. Road is owned by Welsh Water. Suite Bathroom. is unlikely to do so as it is situated 30 - 40 Private Drainage. The water is a private feet above the river and the far bank is supply. Agent’s Note The private road is owned by Welsh Water The Shrubbery, Llyswen and The Shrubbery has an easement over it for access. The agent understands there is no requirement to contribute towards maintenance or repair. Directions Approaching from Hereford to the west, take the A438 Brecon Road and at Glasbury-on-Wye turn right onto the B4350. Follow the road and after approximately 4.5 miles, soon after passing the village shop on your left, cross the river bridge and turn right into a private road. The Shrubbery is the only residential property about ¼ mile along the lane. Viewing and Contact Details All viewings must be arranged through the selling agents Sunderlands or Joint Agents Andrew Grant Country Homes. Sunderlands – Hay Office Contact Details: Tel: 01497 822522. Office opening hours: Mon-Fri 9.00-5.00pm Sat 9.00-1.00pm Out of hours contact: Harry Aldrich-Blake 07717 410757 The Shrubbery, Llyswen Shrub Cottage, The Shrubbery, Llyswen Viewing by appointment through Sunderlands Hay-on-Wye Branch 3 Pavement House, The Pavement, Hay on Wye, Herefordshire HR3 5BU Tel: 01497 822522 Email: [email protected] Out of hours contact: Harry Aldrich-Blake 07717 410757 Hereford Branch Offa House, St Peters Square, Hereford HR1 2PQ Tel: 01432 356161 Email: [email protected] www.sunderlands.co.uk None of these statements contained in these particulars are to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. These particulars are not an offer or contract or part of one. Floor plans are provided for guidance as to the layout of the property only. Room sizes and measurements are approximate only. Please note we have not tested the equipment, appliances and services in the property and interested parties are advised to commission appropriate investigation before formulating their offer for purchase. Sunderlands are a member of the ‘Ombudsman for Estate Agents Scheme’ OEA and therefore adhere to their Code of Practice. A copy of the Code of Practice is available on request. .