Talybont Farm Llawhaden | Narberth | Pembrokeshire | SA67 8HJ Talybont Farmhouse
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Talybont Farm Llawhaden | Narberth | Pembrokeshire | SA67 8HJ Talybont Farmhouse “We immediately fell for this house as soon as we stepped through the front door. It offers space and tranquillity. The farmhouse is in a unique, almost fairytale, location with views of the medieval castle and church while the River Cleddau meanders its way through the countryside below,” says Jackie. “We have lived at the property for five years and have refurbished much of the house to ensure it is maintained to a high standard. We have refitted the bathrooms and converted the Aga from oil to electric,” says David. “As well as this we have two large log burners which create an inviting home in the winter months.” “Since moving into the property we have created further accommodation in a disused barn. This was stripped bare and converted into a two bedroom cottage. At the moment we use it for when friends and family come to visit but it could also be used as an annexe, holiday let or to run a business from. The house has a welcoming farmhouse style kitchen and dining room. It is my favourite room with a large inglenook fireplace which is big enough to sit in!” says Jackie. “It is a very comfortable house in the winter and our kitchen is the heart of the home where we spend the majority of our time.” “Our motivation in moving to Llawhaden was to leave the city life and embrace a fully rural way of life. At the farmhouse we have been able to do just that. The property is in a beautiful and central location and located roughly two miles from Narberth and the A40. The area is home to plenty of wonderful walks along the riverbank and through fields. The farmers are all friendly and welcoming allowing you to walk your dogs across their land. We have three dogs and they love the open countryside,” says David. “We have spent a lot of time improving our garden. Having lived in the city for over thirty years we sought a change in lifestyle and the garden encompasses this change. We have raised beds which are used as vegetable patches, bee hives and a chicken coop for our new additions. We have been able to embrace the country way of life here and have absolutely loved the freedom the house has given us to expand into the garden and provide plenty of room for ourselves, three dogs, bee hives, five chickens and lively grandchildren. We have eight fruit trees and a purpose built treehouse for our grandchildren which they absolutely love.” “The local pub is a breathtaking walk away from the house with Narberth around a two miles drive. Narberth has everything you could need. A local bus service covers the area of Pembrokeshire taking children to and from school which is incredibly useful. The coastline is also within ten miles of the property with beautiful beaches. The past five years have been invigorating and life changing,” concludes David and Jackie.* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Talybont Farmhouse is situated on the edge of the lovely village of Llawhaden. Belfast style sink, and the wall mounted plate rack. The natural light from the UTILITY ROOM This beautiful period farmhouse, parts of which date back to the early window to the front and side is boosted by the recessed ceiling lights. The old Originally the ‘Salting’ room, this is a very practical space. There is plumbing 16th Century, has five bedrooms and a separate one bedroom barn conversion. wood stable divider is a great way of defining the: for a washing machine and room for a tumble dryer. A stainless steel sink and It would be ideal for an extended family, or could generate an income as a drainer is set into a work top with useful storage cupboards below. The flag holiday let. There are wonderful views of Llawhaden castle from the garden. DINING AREA stone floor makes this an ideal dog room. Double French doors with windows The farmhouse was completely renovated in 1991 including rewiring, damp With plenty of room for a large table and chairs, it is the perfect space to above combined with windows to both sides, and the full height ceiling combine proofing, and re-pluming. The vendors have done a fantastic job of converting entertain family and friends. The large sash window to the front makes this a to make this a light and bright room. the barn, and have updated many aspects of the main house. light and bright area. At the far end is a delightful living area with room for a sofa and armchair. The focal point is the large inglenook fireplace that has at Arch from dining room to: ENTRANCE the centre a multi fuel stove, which is ideal for when the weather turns cooler. The gravel path from the parking area leads up to the solid wood front door The inglenook has a large oak lintel and exposed stone walls that augments the SUN ROOM with a window light above. This leads into: character feel. The floor is covered with quarry tiles and slate flag stones. This flexible space can be used as an office or as an additional casual seating Door to: area. The glazed panelled door leads out onto the terrace. Door to: PORCH The tiled floor is a lovely original feature. The inner wood door with glazed SITTING ROOM SHOWER ROOM panels leads into: Another delightful living space with large exposed stone fireplace. The cream Recently renovated, it is well equipped with a shower unit with wall mounted coloured multi fuel stove makes a lovely centre point. With plenty of space electric shower, a WC with a concealed cistern, a wash hand basin set into a DINING AREA/KITCHEN for sofas and armchairs it is the perfect place to escape from the hurly burly of unit with a cupboard underneath, and a heated towel rail. The walls are covered A wonderful open plan living space which is packed with original and character life. The large sash window to the side looks into the terrace. To the side is a with travertine style tiles with a fully tiled floor also. There is a small window to features. The antique pine floor helps to create a warm and welcoming useful snug, which could be used as a study area, or children’s play space. Handy the side. atmosphere. At one end is the: storage is provided by an under stairs cupboard. There is a sash window to the side. Stairs from sitting room to: KITCHEN This is a delightful farmhouse style kitchen with ash wood fronted base units Door from dining room to: FIRST FLOOR and wall mounted cupboards. which provide excellent storage. The 1950’s AGA which has been completely renovated and converted to run on electricity REAR VESTIBULE MASTER BEDROOM will delight any cook with its two ovens and two hotplates. Additionally there This leads to another small sun room with a doorstop to the parking area. This large double bedroom has lots of lovely character features including is a built-in electric oven and four ring ceramic hob. There is plumbing for a There are windows on two sides and the roof has light panels. The rear painted exposed stone walls, the pine beam A frame full height ceiling, and its dishwasher and space for an upright fridge/freezer. The light composite stone vestibule has a stone tiled floor and is the perfect place for coats and boots. own stone staircase to the dining room below. Natural light comes in from the workshop enhances the quality feel, as well as lovely features such as the inset Door to: sash window to the side, and the velux style roof light. BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM A good sized double bedroom which also benefits from an exposed stone wall, Just off the main staircase, this is a useful single bedroom that could be used as This is a good sized bedroom with space for a chest of drawers. As with the rest and an A frame ceiling. The sash window to the front overlooks the garden, a child’s bedroom or nursery. There is restricted headroom. One wall has been of the ground floor the floor is tiled. To the front is a window and an arrow slit and there is a velux style roof light. A quirky feature is the pine framed internal left as exposed stone. A small sash window to the side, and a velux style roof window. window onto the landing. light let in natural light. BATHROOM BEDROOM THE BARN This is well equipped with a bath with shower over, a WC, and a wash hand Another large double bedroom which has a light and airy feel. This is enhanced This would be an ideal holiday let unit or over spill for the main house. The basin. The floor and walls are tiled. To the rear is a frosted window. by the dual aspect with sash windows to the front and side. The pine beam A vendors have created a wonderful space with some lovely touches. To the front frame ceiling continues the character nature of the property. There is plenty of is a gravelled terrace. This leads to a timber frame open porch with glass panels The barn has its own oil fired boiler for hot water.