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The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SD The Kymin The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SD Description GROUND FLOOR The Kymin A detached, white rendered cottage which has been substantially extended to provide flexible accommodation Staircase leads down to the:- The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, combining the benefits of modern living whilst retaining the NP25 3SD character of the property including oak and pine doors, double INNER HALLWAY glazed doors and travertine tiled floors. Designed to a high Travertine tiled floor. Radiator. Cupboard. specification with the main rooms taking advantage of the Enjoying an elevated location with outstanding panoramic views 26 The Kymin is a unique property enjoying BATHROOM views over Monmouth to the Black Mountains, an enviable location. With white suite comprising bath with shower over with large A detached property which has been renovated shower head, lavatory and large wash hand basin. Frosted Situation window. to create a stylish, individual home providing family accommodation with level parking and a Nestled in the hillside up on the Kymin the property is situated above Monmouth town on the East of the River Wye, with BEDROOM detached garage surrounded by gardens, superb views across the county. Monmouth offers a Double doors opening to the patio and garden. Tumbled grounds and woodlands extending to comprehensive range of amenities including excellent public limestone floor. Radiator. and private schools, both junior and senior, a wide range of Door to approximately 3 acres. shops and restaurants and easy access to the major road network links to the M5 and M4. DRESSING ROOM (potential for BEDROOM) Window and further window looking to the store area. Panoramic Views Accommodation Limestone floor. Painted beams. Radiator. Oak front door to:- Garden, grounds and woodland BEDROOM HALL Fitted cupboard with shelves. Window and radiator. Successful holiday let With coat hanging hooks and tiled floor. Opening to a wider Door from hall to Garage and parking area with a large walk in cupboard and the staircase. ENTRANCE//UTILITY ROOM Individual, detached property KITCHEN Work surface with space and plumbing for washing machine Large kitchen/dining room fitted with a contemporary kitchen and dryer. Wood and glazed back door to patio and garden. 4 bedrooms with extensive work surface incorporating a 1½ bowl BEDROOM Sitting room with views composite sink, space and plumbing for a dish washer, space for fridge and freezer. Fitted with an electric ‘Stove’ double Window looking out to the views. Radiator. Snug/study oven/grill with De Dietrich electric hob. Part tiled walls, laminate floor and radiator. Double doors opening to the SHOWER ROOM Kitchen/dining room balcony taking full advantage of the views. With white suite comprising a corner bath with large shower head, wash hand basin and lavatory. Chrome wall mounted SITTING ROOM towel rail. Part glazed period pine door, frosted window. A lovely big room with a pitched ceiling with expose, painted Limestone tiled floor. beams and large window looking out to the views, door opening to the balcony, Pine board floor and wood burner on BEDROOM a slate hearth. Window looking out to the view. Radiator. Opening to Outside 87 Monnow Street, Monmouth Monmouthshire, NP25 3EW SNUG/STUDY [email protected] Velux sky light and window. Radiator. Stripped pine floor. The cottage is approached over a long driveway opening to a Tel 01600 712916 Staircase to:- hardstanding parking area and detached STORE www.newlandrennie.com ROOM/GARAGE. An area of mature woodland runs below the approach and drive way. The gardens extend around the property with a level lawn and patio area, and up to an orchard and garden. General Monmouthshire County Council EPC Band - E Viewing Strictly by appointment with the Agents: DJ&P Newland Rennie. Tel: 01600 712916. Guide Price £495,000 SERVICES Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating DIRECTIONS From the Dixton roundabout on the north side of Monmouth head in the direction of Newport, turn left at the traffic lights Going over the Wye Bridge and go straight over the two mini roundabouts and up the A4136 towards Coleford and the Forest of Dean. At the top of the first brow and after the ‘s’ bend, take the sharp right hand turning signposted The Kymin Continue along this lane going up the hill. After a right hand bend continue going up the hill and the sign for No 26 is on a tree on the left hand side. Go along this drive and then bear left into the drive of No 26. Viewing Strictly by appointment with the Agents: DJ&P Newland PLANS AND PARTICULARS The sale plan has been prepared from the OS Map with the sanction of HMSO and has Rennie. Tel: 01873 859331. been amended as necessary for the purpose of this sale. Crown Copyright Reserved. Licence No. LIG0822. Both plan and particulars are believed to be correct but they do not constitute any part of any offer or contract and any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise, as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars as all such statements are made without responsibility on the part of DJ&P Newland Rennie or the vendor or his solicitor. WAYLEAVES, RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS, ETC The property is sold subject to all rights including rights of way whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, agreements and all existing and proposed wayleaves, masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas or other pipes whether referred to in these particulars or not and to the provisions of any planning scheme of the County or Local Authorities. 87 Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire , NP25 3EW [email protected] Tel 01600 712916 www.newlandrennie.com "DoubleClick Insert Picture" 87 Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire , NP25 3EW [email protected] Tel 01600 712916 www.newlandrennie.com FLOOR PLAN Abergavenny 01873 859331 Chepstow 01291 626775 Monmouth 01600 712916 North Bristol & Glos 03300 537200 Lettings 01291 626775 Cwmbran 01633 868341 Professional Services 01291 430331 Bristol & Somerset 01934 864300 .
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