ELEGANT FARMHOUSE & LODGE ENJOYING VIEWS ACROSS TO LAUGHARNE LLANYBRI NR CARMARTHEN, SA33 ELEG ANT FARMHOUSE & LODGE ENJOYING BEAUTIFUL ESTUARY VIEWS ACROSS TO LAUGHARNE MWCHE FARMHOUSE & LODGE, LLANYBRI NR CARMARTHEN, CARMARTHENSHIRE Elegant renovated 5 bed Farmhouse • 2 bed Lodge alongside • Beautiful estuary location • Views across to Laugharne • High standard of renovation and finish • Pond & paddocks • Potential to develop outbuildings (stp) • Ideal family home / holiday let or combination of both • Set in about 4.4 acres (stms) • Option to buy more land if required Description An opportunity to own a gracious, elegant and very spacious farmhouse with 5 bedrooms (1 en suite) along with a newly renovated 2 bed holiday cottage discreetly located alongside. Both properties feature a high standard of finish, beautiful neutral décor and truly stunning views of the Taf estuary including Dylan Thomas’ Boathouse and the delightful village of Laugharne across the water. The properties are at present fully equipped for holiday letting with the flexibility to live in either one and rent the other, or make them both available for private use or holiday home purposes. Approached from a quiet lane winding down to the Taf estuary the views are stunning, arriving at a private driveway leading to the farmhouse and lodge alongside. One is immediately struck by the peace and tranquillity of this delightful location. The grounds are extensive with the two properties sitting independently of each other in about 4.4 acres of land (stms - subject to measured survey) with fully fenced paddocks, a large pond, gardens, plus a hard standing area and two outbuildings to the rear that could be further developed (subject to planning) for private or commercial use. There is ample parking at each property with gated access via a private lane. Location Llanybri is a small rural farming village situated near the estuary of the River Towy in Carmarthenshire, with the parish of Llansteffan consisting of two distinct villages -Llansteffan by the estuary and Llanybri slightly inland on the hilltop. The glimmering waters of the Taf Estuary are visible through most of the windows in both properties featuring uninterrupted panoramic water and countryside views including the opposite shoreline, with clear sight of Dylan Thomas’ Writing Shed and Boathouse home. The peaceful, tranquil, riverside location provides a natural habitat for all kinds of wildlife, with only the sounds of the birds to enjoy. The Farmers Arms in the nearby village of Llanybri serves local ales and Thai food. The popular and appealing village of Llansteffan is approximately 2 miles away with a castle, several shops, post office and pubs as well as a sandy beach and lovely walks. Laugharne is also nearby and is well known for its homage to Welsh Poet Dylan Thomas, providing access to his prior home and writing shed on the waterside. Castle ruins and lovely riverside walks as well as excellent local food in restaurants and local inns, a Spar grocery shop and post office as well as several other shops, makes this a popular village to reside in and visit. The market town of Carmarthen, approximately 10 miles distance provides a large shopping centre, indoor and outdoor local farmers market, superstores, a leisure centre, doctors, dentists and cinemas as well as excellent road and rail links. Aberglasney & The National Botanical Garden of Wales in the beautiful Towy Valley are within easy reach along with the lush, ancient Forest of Brechfa for stunning woodland walks and challenging bike trails. Mwche Farmhouse A spacious and gracious farmhouse with excellent proportions and accommodation over two floors with large principal rooms filled with natural light, three of the five bedrooms enjoying stunning estuary views, a gourmet kitchen, contemporary bath and shower rooms, a boot room, utility room and a super games/TV room, set serenely within 4.5 acres of beautiful grounds. Though dating back to the 1800’s the traditionally styled farmhouse now reflects a timeless contemporary interior, with all the comforts and conveniences of modern day living. New Upvc windows and doors ensure low maintenance whilst providing excellent insulation, with oil fired central heating augmented by a multifuel log burner in the sitting room providing a warm and cosy ambience on cool nights. Front Entrance Hall A part glazed door with window panels alongside provides front entry to an elegant and welcoming porch with oak floors, windows to three sides featuring wonderful views, 2 double and 2 single wall lamps and walk through to the library. Library A cosy, quiet room to sit and relax or read, that features oak floors, a wall mounted living flame fire, 5 arm black chandelier and serving hatch through to the kitchen – handy for morning coffee or afternoon tea! Door to the inner hallway. Sitting Room A very spacious room to relax or entertain, with a large picture window with quarry tile sill providing stunning views, multifuel stove inset in a stone hearth, with slate plinth and mantle, oak floors and 5 arm chandelier. ½ glazed door to the inner hallway. Kitchen / Dining Room An open plan layout for dining and entertaining keeps friends and family together whilst the chef enjoys the luxury features of a well equipped kitchen. Included are bespoke oak upper and lower cupboards with pot drawers and gleaming granite counters, double bowl stainless steel sink with swan neck tap, integrated Kenwood dishwasher, electric oven and separate grill, plus a Hotpoint drawer-style refrigerator. The large centre island houses a Neff 5 burner hob with glass and stainless steel extractor fan over and additional cupboards beneath a granite surface. Inset ceiling spot lights, large tile travertine floor, and two side windows along with a picture window above the sink – even washing up is easier with these glorious views! A large oak beam adds character along with a Rayburn solid fuel cooker not currently in use. Utility Room A large and practical utility room with slate tiled floor , mid height tongue-in-groove walls, range of upper and lower cupboards with Belfast double sink and swan neck tap, under counter space for a washer and tumble dryer, space for a large fridge and freezer, side window with quarry tile sill, and floor to ceiling storage cupboard housing the Grant oil boiler. Doors to the WC and the boot room. WC Period part-glazed door to a ground floor, under stair WC with quarry tile floor, hand basin with mixer tap set into a vanity unity with mirror above, and toilet. Boot Room Rear entry is via a ½ glazed stable door into a boot room providing a super area to leave muddy boots, bulky outer wear and to dry off damp dogs! Within is a stainless steel sink and drainer with tiled backsplash, 2 strip lights and a Velux roof window, slate tiled floor, electric radiator and handy wall rail with hooks. Door to the games room. Games Room Perfect as a games/play room, cinema room or even home office/study as it’s quietly located away from the main living areas to the rear of the house. Features include: vinyl tile-effect floor, 2 Velux roof windows, 2 contemporary ceiling lights, 3 picture lamps plus 2 modern stainless steel radiators. First Floor Landing Carpeted stairs rise to the ‘L’ shaped landing where a floor to ceiling set of cupboards along the end wall provide excellent linens storage with three windows permitting ample natural light and lovely countryside views. Loft access. Bedroom Good sized double room with carpeting and central light as well as lovely views across to the pond and undulating countryside beyond. Shower Room Recently refurbished with an attractive, contemporary suite comprising of a toilet with concealed cistern in a range of cupboards with inset hand basin and mixer tap, along with a mirrored cupboard and light above. Easy clean wall panels line a super size shower with glass screen, inset ceiling lights, extractor fan, chrome ladder style towel radiator and frosted window. Bath Room Practical easy clean wall panels, luxury deep bath with shower over and glass screen. Vanity unit with square hand basin, mixer tap, mirror cupboard with light, inset ceiling lights, extractor fan, chrome ladder style towel radiator, toilet and frosted window. Bedroom A single room presently accommodating bunks with pleasing countryside views from a side window, centre light with pine floor. Bedroom Carpeted double bedroom with stunning estuary views via a large picture window. Centre pendant light. Bedroom A very spacious carpeted, double bedroom with a triple window overlooking the paddocks, estuary and expansive countryside beyond. Large built in wardrobe with double doors providing hanging and shelf space. Master Bedroom A large master bedroom with panoramic views via almost a wall to wall picture window. It also benefits from an ensuite shower room and features pine wood floors, centre pendant light plus a wall lamp, and walk in wardrobe. Ensuite Shower Room Tiled floor and walls with ceramic design detail. Corner shower with monsoon head and folding glass door, pedestal hand basin with mixer tap, mirror cupboard, toilet and chrome ladder style towel radiator. The Lodge Recently completed The Lodge is an independent two bedroomed property with open plan sitting, dining and kitchen area enjoying the same wonderful views, a private front garden with gravelled driveway/parking and forecourt. Hallway A half glazed door provides access to a central hallway with oak floors, spotlights, that leads to the shower room, bedrooms and main living areas. Shower Room Tiled floor with frosted patterned window, super size shower with mains rainfall head and sliding glass doors, pedestal hand basin with mixer tap and mirror cupboard with light above, inset ceiling lights, toilet and chrome ladder style towel radiator.