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Forge House, Crickhowell Grade II listed 18th century farmhouse with Georgian addition in about 5 acres Forge House, Glangrwyney, Crickhowell, Powys savills.co.uk Grade II listed 18th century farmhouse with Georgian addition in about 5 acres Forge House, Glangrwyney, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1EW classic georgian villa 4 reception rooms 5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms beautiful gardens tennis court picturesque mill pond paddocks divided by a stream 2 storey coach house barn and stables garage in all about 5.5 acres Savills Cardiff 12 Windsor Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BY cardiff@savills.com 02920 368930 RP113090 Situation Forge House is situated within the quiet and sought after hamlet of Glangwryney which nestles in the Brecon Beacons National Park, between the ancient market towns of Abergavenny and Crickhowell. The cities of Cardiff and Bristol each lie within approximately 40 miles. Description Forge House is a charming house of great character. Originally a farmhouse of late 17th century or possibly early 18th century, a new villa front was added in 1810 for the manager of nearby Glangrwyney Forge. Classically Georgian, the villa is stylistically influenced by John Nash and is said to have been built with materials discarded at the rebuilding of nearby Cwrt y Gollen. On the market for the first time in half a century, this is an excellent opportunity. Approaching Forge House along the length of its driveway, the front façade with its tall, arched Georgian sash windows emerges, framed by the carefully planted gardens in which it stands. The accommodation is approached from a central hall, with the principal reception rooms sited within the front of the house. The drawing room is central, featuring a wide bay window boasting three round arched picture windows which command views over the picturesque gardens and a central door opening out to the terrace. The dining room alongside also has two of these striking windows flooding it with light and this, along with the drawing room, has a classically tall ceiling. The third reception room is situated on the lower ground floor looking out across the surrounding garden towards the tennis court. A study meanwhile back on the ground floor also commands sideward views. There are a total of five bedrooms, although given the versatility of the layout, each of these could enjoy alternative uses. Two bedrooms are on the ground floor, including the master bedroom which features a dressing room and shower room en-suite. Two bedrooms are on the lower ground floor and one at first floor level. There is a great deal of amenity space within the house including a boiler room and an excellent cellar with barrel vaulted ceiling. In addition, outside there is a two storey detached coach house providing excellent storage but equally providing tremendous scope for conversion for alternative uses such as home office or Exiting the M4 motorway in Newport, take the A4042 north granny annexe, subject to the necessary planning permission. to Abergavenny. In Abergavenny take the A40 road towards Crickhowell. Upon arrival in the hamlet of Glangrwyney take The gardens at Forge House are a true delight, having been the first turning on the left hand side in front of The Bell public thoughtfully and caringly landscaped and maintained over the house. After a few hundred yards the entrance drive to Forge last 50 years by the present owners. Featuring substantial House on the right hand side. lawn, well stocked beds and stone terraces, the gardens also feature an all weather tennis court. A beautiful mill pond adds a Energy Performance: A copy of the full Energy Performance charming tranquillity. Certificate is available upon request To the rear is a 3.5 acre paddock which is currently let for Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills. grazing. Here too is a detached stone built barn with two stables. Directions Important notice: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1: They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2: Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Savills Cardiff 12 Windsor Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BY cardiff@savills.com 02920 368930 RP113090 Forge House, Crickhowell Gross internal area (approx.) 5.31 x 4.90 Total = 587 sq m (6311 sq ft) 17'5" x 16'1" Main House = 396 sq m (4257 sq ft) Bedroom 3 Garage 1 & 2 = 62 sq m (670 sq ft) 6.21 x 3.93 20'4" x 12'11" Coach House = 53 sq m (569 sq ft) Barn = 36 sq m (389 sq ft) Coach House External Room = 19 sq m (203 sq ft) Second Floor Ground Floor Stables = 21 sq m (223 sq ft) Sky For identification purpose only. Not to scale. © ehouse. Drawing ref. dig/8130896/OHI Denotes restricted head height 5.33 x 5.06 Study 17'6" x 16'7" 2.91 x 2.30 Master Dressing 9'7" x 7'7" Bedroom Room Bedroom 2 5.53 x 3.88 4.64 x 3.07 5.58 x 4.40 Sky 18'2" x 12'9" 15'3" x 10'1" 18'4" x 14'5" Bedroom 4 2.83 x 2.21 Family Room 9'3" x 7'3" 5.45 x 3.85 Bedroom 5 Coach House 17'11" x 12'8" 4.53 x 4.08 14'10" x 13'5" First Floor Drawing Room 7.86 x 5.59 25'9" x 18'4" Barn 5.70 x 3.31 Boiler Room 6.34 x 5.68 18'8" x 10'10" 5.98 x 2.94 Kitchen/ 20'10" x 18'8" 19'7" x 9'8" Breakfast Room 4.79 x 2.66 Dining Room 15'9" x 8'9" 5.52 x 4.35 18'1" x 14'3" Garage 2 8.01 x 3.32 26'3" x 10'11" Vaults 14.73 x 4.59 Garage 1 48'4" x 15'1" 7.90 x 4.88 Stable 1 25'11" x 16'0" Ground Floor 3.68 x 2.91 12'1" x 9'7" Lower Ground Floor Stable 2 3.68 x 2.58 12'1" x 8'6" .
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