Ivy Cottage 2 Drybridge Street

Monmouth NP25 5AD

£320,000 .0

A SURPRISINGLY SPACIOUS FIVE BEDROOMED TOWNHOUSE. BELIEVED TO HAVE EARLY 19TH CENTURY ORIGINS, STANDING IN AN EASILY MANAGED

GARDEN WITH VEHICULAR ACCESS AND WITHIN CONVENIENT WALKING DISTANCE OF THE MAIN AMENITIES.

Particulars. is a friendly and bustling , situated in the lower Wye Valley at a point where the famous Wye is joined by the rivers Monnow and Trothy. It contains many fine examples of Georgian period buildings, many of which have been tastefully refurbished and adapted to house a number of multiple retailers who have been attracted in recent years to its town center. These augment a diverse range of well established family owned shops, however it is probably best known for its educational establishments possessing both public and state school systems. The property is one of a small group of listed houses which fronts one of the oldest streets within the town and is within a minutes walk of the town's ancient Monnow Bridge and the lower section of Monnow Street. The main amenities including Waitrose, a Marks & Spencer Food Hall, a selection of inns , a Doctor's Surgery, a modern Primary School and a recently built Hospital may all be easily reached in about five minutes, while the more senior schools are within an additional five to 10 minutes walk of the property along a fairly level route. The present vendors have been in ownership for the past 15 years during which time they have carried out various works including the renewal of the solid floors to the ground floor whilst many of the boarded floors to the first and second floor have been restored, many of which are in Elm and Pine. The electrical wiring was overhauled, we understand, in 2003 when the present gas fired central heating boiler was installed. In addition we understand that a damp proof course has been injected and in 2006 the roof over the kitchen was renovated. In addition to this, the timber window frames have been overhauled by Ventrolla who specialise in refurbishing period windows. Today the property provides accommodation for a large multi generational family but could be of interest to those parties who may wish to provide B & B accommodation. It should be noted that the adjacent house is currently also on the market for sale and together the two properties could make a significant residential unit. At present the versatile accommodation is as follows: GROUND FLOOR RECEPTION HALL 15' 7'' x 12' 8'' (4.75m x 3.86m) overall, utilised as a dining room with a tiled floor with various niches to the walls, radiator, understairs utility area complete with plumbing for an automatic washing machine, light, etc. Built-in storage cupboard adjacent access to the:- SITTING ROOM 15' 2'' x 11' 0'' (4.62m x 3.35m) (plus entrance recess), with a tiled floor, radiator, shutters to the main window, book shelf recess and open fireplace. Two radiators and further general purpose storage cupboard with shelving beneath stairs. STORE ROOM 14' 0'' x 4' 5'' (4.26m x 1.35m) approx, (possibly future utility room) with tiled floor, several fixed ranges of shelving, radiator. Opposite there is a:- CLOAKROOM/SHOWER ROOM with corner shower cubicle with folding doors, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush wc, radiator, boarded ceiling and integral boiler cupboard containing a Baxi gas central heating boiler. Adjacent linen cupboard and radiator. LOUNGE 15' 2'' x 13' 10'' (4.62m x 4.21m) with tiled floor, two radiators, niche for bureau or similar, pair of French doors giving access to the garden. KITCHEN 13' 10'' x 8' 0'' (4.21m x 2.44m) equipped with a light veneered range of kitchen units with satin chrome trim, arranged in two L shaped groups. Beneath the rear window, incorporated within the rounded edged work surface is a stainless steel sink with provision to one side for a dishwasher, whilst opposite is a second range incorporating a built-in double oven with an inset gas hob above. Matching range of wall cabinets, radiator, several gantry lighting systems, tiling above the work surfaces and external door to driveway. FIRST FLOOR SPACIOUS LANDING with access off to:- CLOAKROOM with low flush wc, wash hand basin, partially tiled walls and radiator. ADJACENT BATHROOM with panelled bath, close coupled low flush wc, functional tiling to walls, radiator, whilst in the initial section there is a further wash hand basin within the dressing area. INNER LANDING with staircase rising off to the upper floor. Possible reception area with radiator and space for wardrobes etc. FRONT BEDROOM ONE with exposed board floor, radiator. REAR BEDROOM TWO 16' 0'' x 15' 4'' (4.87m x 4.67m) plus rear projecting bay window with open fireplace and two radiators and exposed board floor. SECOND FLOOR FRONT BEDROOM THREE 14' 8'' x 12' 2'' (4.47m x 3.71m) overall, with window overlooking Drybridge Street and boarded floor. SIDE BEDROOM FOUR/STUDY 8' 8'' x 8' 0'' (2.64m x 2.44m) with boarded floor, radiator and a view towards Drybridge House. REAR BEDROOM FIVE 16' 3'' x 15' 6'' (4.95m x 4.72m) minimum, with several built-in wardrobes, exposed board floor, radiator and a view extending towards Dials Wood. OUTSIDE To the front of the house is a strip garden bounded by shrubs and metal railings. To the right side of the residence is a block paved driveway, sufficient in width to allow several vehicles to be parked and which develops into an L shape garden area to the rear, at present containing our client’s GARDEN IMPLEMENT STORE 10’ x 8’ approx. The garden area is bounded by a tall mixed hedgerow which provides adequate privacy from next door. SERVICES & REMARKS All mains services. Gas central heating where stated. Telephone subject to BT regulations. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to commission the appropriate investigation before proceeding with the purchase. References to the Tenure of this property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor at an early date. The floor plan is guidance only and should not be scaled off. A free copy of the EPC is available on request. TENURE Freehold COUNCIL TAX BAND E POSTAL CODE NP25 5AD LOCAL AUTHORITY County Council. Tel: 01633 644644 DIRECTIONS Leave the town centre (Agincourt Square) and proceed down Monnow St and after passing the main shops bear around to the left, passing Waitrose on left. At roundabout, go right and cross the new Monnow Bridge. At lights, turn right & continue straight on at next roundabout. This leads into Drybridge Street. Park where convenient and continue on foot, back towards the roundabout. Please note that vehicular access is on the far side of the property. VIEWING Highly recommended but please by prior appointment via the Agents.

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.

The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may, however, be available by separate negotiation. A wide angle camera may have been used for some of the images. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. All measurements are approximate.

16 March 2017 P00001806