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MONMOUTHSHIRE | SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE | WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE

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I LOVE WHERE I LIVE …

MONMOUTH

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DO YOU NEED KIRSTY

& PHIL’S EXPERTISE?

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

2 HOUSING NEWS

New Government plans

could turn the table on

housing affordability

As new home registrations reach their highest level since 2007, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick announced the

Government’s new housing initiative that should give people a step up onto the property ladder. A promise that

was made during the Conservative 2019 manifesto, the scheme was announced at the beginning of February in a

bid to deliver on the governments promise of building more than one million new homes during parliament.

Jenrick said of the scheme: ‘First Homes will be genuinely life-changing for people

all over the country looking to buy their first home. I know that many who are

seeking to buy their own home in their local areas have been forced out due to

rising prices.’

So, what are the key differences between First Homes and the previously rolled

out Help to Buy scheme? To start, First Homes is currently only available to those

living in England, whereas previous initiatives such as Help to Buy have been made

available to those in Wales. The scheme will also protect local buyers, helping workers

to stay in their area rather than seeking further afield for a home that they can afford.

Buyers will also enjoy a minimum discount of 30 percent off the market value of their

home, though local areas will be able to adjust the amount of discount given to ensure

affordability for their local people.

The government put forward their case for change within the housing market,

citing that they wish to ‘make the dream of home ownership a reality for everyone’

that often feels ‘out of reach’. It should also build on the success of the Governmentbacked

Help to Buy Schemes that have been used nearly 600,000 times to get people

onto the property ladder. It is expected that first-time buyers should see a saving of

around £100,000 for their home. First Homes also hopes to stimulate an affordable

homes cycle, meaning that these new homes will always be sold below the market

price to other first-time buyers, benefiting future generations to come.

New home registrations at highest level since 2007

Newly released figures from the National House-Building Council have revealed

that the number of new homes registered to be built per annum in the UK has risen by

more than 80% over the last decade.

According to the data, over a ten-year period between 2010 and 2019, 1.4 million

new homes were registered to be built across the UK. These figures represent the first

complete decade since the financial crash in 2007/08.

In 2019, 161,022 homes were registered with NHBC, an 81% increase on the

88,849 homes registered a decade ago (2009), making 2019 the strongest year for

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Steve Wood, NHBC CEO, comments: “It is great to see the resilience of

housebuilders over the 2019 year. This momentum needs to be maintained as we

enter a new decade, with the industry ever-more focused on quality and fire safety.

“At NHBC we remain committed to our purpose of giving homeowners confidence

in the quality of the nation’s new homes and working with housebuilders as the

industry faces into the skills, supply chain and environmental challenges in front of us.”

Mary-Anne Bowring, managing director at Ringley, comments: “The irony is as

Britain looks to leave the European Union our housing market is starting to look a lot

more European, with apartments now a growing part of the housing mix.

“Many of these apartment blocks are being funded by institutional investors such

as pension funds and insurers to serve as rental properties with single ownership

and on-site management. This is good news for Britain’s renters, as it will help create

a more professionalised rental market like what’s already available in Germany, the

Netherlands and Scandinavia, where institutional landlords have been around for

decades and as a result, renting isn’t considered a tenure of last resort.

NHBC new home registrations since 2007. Over the same period, the West Midlands

(169%) and North West (148%) have seen the highest percentage increase of new

homes registered.

Compared to the previous year, the number of homes registered in 2019 was up

1% (2019:161,022 v 2018: 158,878). Growth was driven by London, where new

home registrations increased by 37%, with both the capital’s affordable and rental

(+42%) and private housing markets (+33%) performing strongly.

The Build to Rent sector had another positive year with registrations up 57%

in 2019 compared to 2018. New home completions in 2019 of 150,436 were also

marginally up on the previous year (149,702).

As the leading warranty and insurance provider for new homes in the UK, NHBC’s

registration statistics are a lead indicator of the UK’s new homes market.

“A bigger question is posed by the apartment blocks containing flats for sale,

with Britain’s traditional leasehold system proving controversial in the wake of the

ground rents scandal and issues around cladding following the Grenfell tragedy. The

government has made some progress in giving clearer guidance for leaseholders and

freeholders on both issues, but consumers, investors and developers need greater

clarity if we want to avoid protracted court cases and continued confusion.”

Helen Gordon, CEO of Grainger plc, comments: “Today’s figures are good news

for Britain’s renters, with the number of registrations for build-to-rent homes up

massively over the past five years. High quality, purpose-built rental housing that is

professionally managed will offer consumers a genuine alternative to the traditional

private rented sector, where the quality of service and accommodation can be mixed.

“More broadly, BTR can also support regional economies and UK productivity by

creating homes that are flexible yet secure in tenure, allowing people to move between

job opportunities more easily and also access areas they couldn’t necessarily afford to

buy in like city centres.” With thanks to www.propertyreporter.co.uk

www.thepropertydrop.co.uk

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PROPERTIES

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Cefn Coed, Kingcoed, Usk

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

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£985,000

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living living room room etc etc

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living room living room etc etc

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garage/covered parking parking

woodland and landscaped gardens.Two bedroom farmhouse and a quaint detached cottage

central central heating heating

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and stone barn with potential for conversion and dutch barn.

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This very impressive group of pretty properties is set in grounds of approximately five acres consisting of

parking

Nestled in a very attractive and tranquil rural hamlet just 2.5 miles from the popular

and historical village of Raglan with its renowned castle and a full range of amenities as

well as an impressive primary school and golf club, idylically connected to the major

road networks and also within easy reach of Monmouth and its sought after schools.

The stone built properties consist of detached and delightful two bedroomed farmhouse

and a quaint detached one bedroomed cottage dating back to the early 17th century

both of which have been very sensitively restored and adapted with features that include

a mix of flagstone and wooden floors, wooden doors and joinery, and exposed beams,

fireplaces with woodburning stoves and oak and Tudor-style windows with stone sills

and wooden lintels. The farmhouse has 3.96kw of PV panels connected to the grid and

there is oil central heating with radiators throughout. The is also a substantial stone

barn that is currently being used for storage, a fully equipped workshop and a studio

office on the first floor but it has huge potential for conversion into a very large ancillary

dwelling. A well-maintained Dutch barn is set off the private gated driveway which

loops back onto the lane and also accesses ample parking and turning areas.

garage/covered parking parking parking parking

Dedicated to letting properties since 1990

We offer a professional service tailored to suit landlords individual needs.

For a quality service at sensible prices speak to our letting team.

QUARRY HILL BARN, SKENFRITH £825 pcm ST VINCENT’S DRIVE, MONMOUTH £800 pcm

A beautifully presented 2 bed Barn

Conversion with outstanding far reaching

countryside views, ample parking &

generous lawned garden.

Agency Fees Apply

A three bedroom house situated in

Monmouth. Available start of December.

Agency Fees Apply

TUTTA BELLA, CHURCH ST

MONMOUTH

£11,000 pa

BEAUFORT ARMS COURT,

MONMOUTH

£11,000 pa

Retail Unit situated in the pedestrianised

cobbled Church Street which benefits from

generous foot fall & an attractive location.

Agency Fees Apply

Offered to let this office/retail space located

between the town centre and a busy car

park. Agency Fees Apply

Call: 01600 772929 • lettings@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

LONG MEADOW BARN, ROSS ON WYE £865,000

16 MONK STREET, MONMOUTH £700,000

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This outstanding, very spacious bright and airy 5 bed barn conversion is set

within a country estate of impressive former farm properties & buildings in an

idyllic rural location just 3 miles from Ross and the major road networks.

Automated wrought iron gates open onto extensive courtyard and detached

garage and workshop complex. The grounds totalling approx. 8.4 acres

consist of landscaped lawned gardens, sun terraces and two fenced

paddocks partitioned by large Oak trees with stabling & field shelter/car port.

A splendid and spacious semi-detached Grade II Listed Georgian Town

house in a prime central location. Beautiful West facing, walled, terraced

gardens down to the River Monnow with private fishing rights. Arranged over

4 floors with elegant, central, stone spiral staircase and immense character

and quality classical architectural features throughout. 4 bedrooms,

3 reception rooms and unique basement kitchen, cine room, sunken

with garden room. Off-road parking space.

PLEASANT VIEW, ST BRIAVELS, GLOS £695,000 CHURCH FARM, ST BRIAVELS, GLOS £740,000 CROCADWR, SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE £589,000

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This 3 bed country cottage has a great deal of

charm and character and enjoys panoramic views

across the Wye Valley. Two substantial steel portal

framed buildings with a holding paddock & separate

access. Close to the village of St. Briavels with

established well stocked gardens & sun terraces.

Private driveway, parking and turning areas and

detached double garage. Grounds totalling

approximately 0.7 of an acre.

On the market for the first time for over 50 years

this very characterful Grade II listed farm dates

back to 1580. It consists of a 4 bed stone built

farmhouse, a large leisure barn and a 2 bed

holiday cottage arranged around an attractive

courtyard with ample parking in an idyllic location

on the edge of this sought after village with 6

acres of garden, orchard and woodland with

views across the Wye Valley.

Set in a private rural location a short drive from

Monmouth this detached Welsh longhouse styled

country cottage has 4 beds, 2 recpts & kitchen/

breakfast rm & stands in mature landscaped

gardens adjacent to open farmland with attractive

views. Private tarmac driveway, parking & a large

detached double garage & workshop with leisure

suite/office over with annex potential. Within easy

reach of Ross on Wye & Hereford. Air Source

Heating & Solar PV panels. NO UPPER CHAIN

3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT

Call: 01600 772929

enquiries@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk • roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

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The Grange, Marstow, Ross-On-Wye

Powells 01600 714140 www.powellsrural.co.uk

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£900,000

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Superb converted barn with an open-plan living area and a separate study.

Equestrian facilities with approximately 16 acres of land.


Planning permission granted for an annexe bathroom bathroom and 5 further stables.

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The Grange offers the opportunity to acquire a family home along with 16 acres of land,

stables and both indoor and outdoor arenas located between Monmouth and Ross-On-

Wye. It is a superb equestrian set up ready to be moved into and enjoyed.

The property boasts far reaching views and fantastic accessibility to major cities. The

Grange dates back to approximately 1809 but the original barn was converted in 2003


creating the family home it is today.

New Appointments at Powells for 2020

David Powell Managing Director at Powells is delighted to announce two new appointments

to the Powells team for 2020 to service an expanding client and vendor portfolio.

Emily Hammick has recently joined Powells

to assist Stuart Leaver (Head of Planning &

Development Services) as Land & Planning

Technician. Emily is primarily involved with planning

consultancy services and servicing an increasing number

of existing, and new, development land promotion

instructions, undertaken by Powells under our Land

Promotion Services.

Lyny Wood-Cole has also joined Powells for 2020

as Senior Sales Negotiator

to further bolster the

Powells Estate Agency

team headed by Abbie

Young Sales Manager.

Lyny has a wealth of over

thirty years’ experience

as a well-respected

rural estate agent in the

region, having previously

worked in Abergavenny

and resides in South

Herefordshire.

Emily Hammick

David comments

“both appointments are

part of our strategic plan to ensure that we continue

to provide an exceptional service to all our clients,

especially with the significant growth of our estate

agency sector and planning and land promotion services

under the leadership of Abbie Young (Estate Agency) &

Stuart Leaver (Planning & Development Services).

Stuart Leaver Associate Director at Powells adds

that both Emily & Lyny have seamlessly fitted into our

professional friendly team, and we look forward to both

of them developing their careers with Powells, and

Lyny Wood-Cole

are already adding a significant contribution to their

respective teams.

David Powell adds that Powells are always open

to any fully confidential approach from any property

professional that may feel they have an interest

in joining our team and the ability to bolster a

particular sector(s) of the business. There are further

opportunities set to arise in 2020 with the role of an

experienced Rural Surveyor & RICS Registered Valuer

being sought and set to be advertised in the spring.

LLANVAPLEY, ABERGAVENNY

PENALLT, MONMOUTH

LLANBADOC, USK

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

THE NARTH, MONMOUTH

SHIRENEWTON, CHEPSTOW

SOLD

SOLD

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PENALLT, MONMOUTH

SOLD

Please contact us for

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Marketing Appraisal

Powells

CHARTERED SURVEYORS • LAND & ESTATE AGENTS

01600 714140

Telephone: enquiries@powellsrural.co.uk

01600 714140

BADGEWORTH, CHELTENHAM

SOLD

WELSH NEWTON, MONMOUTH

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

GREAT OAK, RAGLAN

CHRISTCHURCH, COLEFORD

LLANGROVE, ROSS-ON-WYE

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

www.powellsrural.co.uk

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LOCAL LIVING

I love where I live…

Monmouth

As a local businesswoman, member of Monmouth Chamber of Commerce,

secretary for the Monmouthshire Show and a director of Monmouth Festival,

Cerys Watts has her finger on the pulse of the historic market town,

as Sharon Chilcott finds out…

What’s the best thing about living and working in Monmouth?

For me, it’s the mixture of town and country living. Wherever you live in

Monmouth, you can be in town or the countryside in a matter of minutes.

Why did you choose to live there?

We moved back to the UK from Prague more than 12 years ago. My children were

boarders at the Haberdashers’ Monmouth Schools so we moved to Monmouth so that

they could continue at the schools as day pupils.

Tell me a bit more about what makes the town so special…

It’s a county town with a huge amount of history, situated right on the border

between Wales and England and located on the site of three rivers. It is surrounded

by beautiful landscapes and historic castles and buildings and it’s on the edge of the

stunning Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The town itself has a great mixture of independent shops and businesses, like

Wigmores Bakery, The Bloom Room and Atelier Gilmar, as well as national chains and

supermarkets. It is also blessed with a number of very good cafés. Salt & Pepper is a

great place for breakfast and lunch, The Oxford Coffee Company does great coffee,

The White Swan Tea Rooms, as you would imagine, does a delicious tea and I’m

looking forward to trying the newly-opened Creates Café.

Where do you do your food shopping?

For meat, I’d go to one of the local butchers - Hancocks or Neil Powell, I get

groceries from Phil Munday, wine from Fingal Rock and other bits from The Marches

Delicatessen. For day-to-day groceries, I also go to the supermarkets.

What, if anything, spoils Monmouth for you?

It would be good to have more choice of things to do in the evening, for example

more wine bars and real ale pubs and restaurants.

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Where do you go for a spot of “culture”?

The Savoy Theatre, which is in Church Street,

Where would you book up for a celebratory meal?

For a very special occasion, I would choose The Whitebrook, a

Michelin-starred restaurant that specialises in using local and often foraged

ingredients.

Where would you go for a casual meal out?

Mokos Mexican restaurant in Church Street or La Piccola Italia in

Monnow Street.

What leisure pursuits do you enjoy locally?

There are plenty of stunning walks and places to cycle along the River

Wye. For example, the Offa’s Dyke path comes through Monmouth.

Where is your favourite walk?

I like to walk our dog along the River Wye, along the Peregrine Path

to Symonds Yat or, in the other direction, to The Boat Inn, a very dog

friendly pub in Penallt.

What’s the best time of year in Monmouth?

From May to September there are lots of music festivals and events in

and around the town. For example, this year’s Monmouthshire Show is

on July 4 and Monmouth Festival is from July 25 to August 2.

What is the most fun you have had at an event in the town?

The last night at Monmouth Festival is always a brilliant night and

Monmouthshire Show is a fantastic family day out.

What’s the most memorable outing you have had in the area recently?

Attending the Tintern Abbey Christmas Carol concert by torchlight

was very special.

How would you advise someone new into the area to get to know the locals?

Get involved with the community. There is a very active volunteer

culture in Monmouth and plenty of groups working to improve

Monmouth.

If adult friends were staying with you for a week, where would you take them to

visit?

There’s so much to do and see in and around Monmouth but in the

town itself I’d take them to the Shire Hall. One of the original courtrooms

had been restored and you can also go into the prisoners’ cells in the

basement. The Chartist Trial at the Shire Hall was the last time the

sentence of treason, including being “hung, drawn and quartered”, was

handed down. This was later commuted to transportation to Tasmania.

Monmouth Museum houses one of the best Nelson memorabilia

collections in the world thanks to the Rolls family who became interested

in Nelson because of his connections with Monmouth. Then, of course,

there’s the iconic Monnow Bridge, one of only three gated bridges in

Europe. No-one’s quite certain if it was built to keep the Welsh in or out!

Tell me a fascinating fact about Monmouth…

Monmouth is a very musical area because of Rockfield Studios.

Bohemian Rhapsody was recorded there, as was Oasis’ Wonderwall.

It became the place to record in the 1960s as it was the world’s first

residential studio.

Facts and Figures

The border market town of Monmouth benefits from a picturesque

setting, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Wye Valley Area

of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lining its historic streets and tucked

away in pretty courtyards are a variety of independent shops,

tempting tea rooms and coffee shops. It hosts regular markets and

a busy programme of events. The town’s history stretches back to

Roman times. It has strong associations with 12th Century cleric and

writer Geoffrey of Monmouth and is known for its medieval fortified

river bridge. The memorial statue to Charles Rolls, of Rolls-Royce

fame, outside the Shire Hall marks its connections with the aviation

pioneer; its castle was birthplace to Henry V and its museum

houses a magnificent collection associated with Admiral

Horatio Nelson. More recently it has become known as

Monmouthpedia, “The World’s First Wikipedia Town”.

With a population in excess of 10,500, it boasts good

leisure facilities and nearby world-class golf courses.

Motorway links give easy access to Cardiff, Bristol and

the Midlands, making it attractive to commuters and

the reputation of its state and private schools makes it

popular with families.

Sharon Chilcott

10 NEWS

Student accommodation

taking shape

The construction of new student accommodation at Station Approach, Hereford,

will be moving to the next phase in the coming week.

The next phase of the exciting project will involve

the delivery of 127 modular ‘pods’, which link

together to form the building. These bedrooms

and study spaces have been built off site using an

innovative construction method and will be assembled

as they arrive.

These ‘pods’ will be transported as large loads, some

with escort vehicles, and delivered to the site over four

weeks, starting on 10 February 2020 until w/c 9 March

2020. There will be six deliveries each week day (seven

on the final day) between 9.30am and 3.30pm.

The large vehicles will be travelling to the City

along the A49 – the majority from the M50 at Ross

travelling north, with around 27 of the largest loads

travelling along the A49 from Shrewsbury. The traffic

lights on Station Approach by the railway station will be

controlled so that the modules can manoeuvre safely.

Cllr John Harrington, Cabinet Member for

Infrastructure and Transport, said: “We’re delighted

to see the Station Approach project progressing.

Developing Higher Education in the county is a vital

step to delivering jobs and opportunities, attracting new

investment and helping local businesses to flourish.

“A number of large vehicles travel through

Herefordshire and the city each day without issue, and

transport has been planned to minimise disruption.

Moving such large items is a big undertaking, and

while this is a fantastic development for Hereford and

the wider county, it would be worth allowing a few

extra minutes for your journey. We’re sorry for any

inconvenience.”

Work on the 178 bed purpose-built facility, being

developed by energy and regeneration specialist ENGIE

and Cityheart Partnerships should be complete in

time for higher education students to move in for the

academic year starting September 2020.

New Year New You?

Ever thought about converting a spare room or old outbuilding in to you own personal

training space. Based on the border of Monmouthshire and Herefordshire, Sport & Fitness

Flooring can provide initial consultation, offer design work and deliver the project for a

fixed price to provide you with a beautiful home gym.

“We wanted to convert a stable block in to a Personal Training studio for private clients and Team GB Athletes. Through expert advice,

experience and sheer enthusiasm for our project, we chose Sport & Fitness Flooring. Delighted with the results, the project was delivered

on time, on budget and I highly recommend Darren Wood and his team”.

Sally Gunnell OBE - Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth Champion.

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Sport & Fitness Flooring HQ, Wyastone Business Park, Wyastone Leys, Monmouth, NP25 3SR

PROPERTIES 11

Monmouth Property Bureau merge

with DJ & P Newland Rennie

Just over twelve months ago Monmouth Property Bureau merged with DJ & P Newland Rennie.

Heading up the Monmouth lettings division, former owner of Monmouth Property Bureau Jackie Crossman

tells us how the past year has been.

“It has been an incredibly busy year on all fronts not least ensuring that

our rental properties and landlords are fully compliant” said Jackie. “The

lettings industry is already one of the most regulated sectors of the property

industry and there have been significant changes in recent times with the

tenant fee ban, the cap on bonds in England, and the more recent introduction

of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2019, as well as the need for all properties in

Wales to be registered with Rent Smart Wales and for Landlords who manage

their own properties to be licenced.

With over 125 pieces of legislation governing the private rental sector it

can be a minefield negotiating the increasing amount of regulations, especially

for those landlords who have properties on both sides of the border. Is it any

wonder that in 2019 we have seen a 30% increase in the number of landlords

who have asked DJ & P Newland Rennie to take over the management of their

rental properties in Monmouth”.

As a result DJ & P Newland Rennie has invested significantly in both

people and systems, their aim being to give landlords and tenants the best

service possible. For example tenants can now log maintenance issues via an

app any time, night or day and know that it will be dealt with promptly. They

can also check progress, upload pictures and even rate the contractor’s work,

whilst landlords have access to quotes, invoices and safety certificates instantly.

“2020 has got off to an amazing start” said Jackie “and whilst we know

there is more legislation to come, at DJ & P Newland Rennie we feel confident

that we are giving Landlords the support and expertise they need to get the

most from their rental properties”.

If you would like further information on the wide range of services we offer

landlords please get in touch for a casual chat or contact us if you would like to

arrange a free market appraisal

djandp.co.uk

newlandrennie.com

Rural Residential Commercial Design

Rent £1,250pcm

Acer Way, Monmouth Monmouthshire

Superbly appointed 4 bedroom detached new build house.

Newland Rennie Monmouth office 01600 719183

Rent £800pcm

St Dials Close, Monmouth Monmouthshire

Recently refurbished 3 bedroom dormer bungalow within level walk of town.


Rent £695pcm

Charles Road, Dingestow Monmouthshire

Well presented 2 bedroom mid-terrace with beautiful rural views.


Rent £600pcm

Monnow Bridge, Monmouth Monmouthshire

Spacious 2 bed first floor apartment with views of the river & Monnow Bridge.


Rent £575pcm

Howells Place, Monmouth Monmouthshire

Smart 1 bedroom apartment in the centre of town.


Rent £560pcm

Wyefield Court, Monmouth Monmouthshire

Amazing value 2 bedroom house with off-road parking.


Traditional design and

contemporary style.

It can only be Redrow

There’s still time to own a new home in Lydney

Only a few homes are still remaining at this sought after

development. So, don’t delay visiting us to own a stunning

Redrow home of your own.

4 bedroom showhomes are now available for sale,

Welwyn £394,995 and Cambridge £349,995.

3 & 4 bedroom homes from £263,995

Book your appointment today.

Severn Heights

Lydney GL15 5FA | Call: 01594 501844 | redrow.co.uk

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PROPERTIES 13

Clarence House

Mullberry House

Clarence House and Mullberry House are two well appointed, spacious

and luxurious five bedroomed executive homes built by SG Rayner

Homes brimming with cutting edge technology and well situated on

the edge of the rural village of Penallt approximately 6 miles from the

historic town of Monmouth with its excellent range of facilities including

Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and exceptional schooling including the

Haberdashers for both boys and girls.

Chepstow and the M48 is approximately 14 miles distant offering onward

commuting to Bristol, Bath, London, Newport or Cardiff. The properties

stand in an idyllic location on the edge of the spectacular rolling hills

of Monmouthshire with Old Church Wood a 10-acre deciduous wood

and nature reserve offering a wealth of opportunities for the outdoor

enthusiast within walking distance along picturesque country lanes.

The properties are each approached via a gated entrance which leads

onto an extensive parking area leading, in turn, to the DOUBLE

GARAGE, 6.23m x 6.21m, with electronic doors, power and light. A

path leads to the well enclosed rear garden which has been laid for

ease of maintenance enjoying an extensive patio area, ideal for al-fresco

dining and to sit and soak up the idyllic and peaceful setting and enjoy

the myriad of local bird and wild life.

The properties are pre-wired for external CCTV and electronic gates.

Wired for satellite TV from roof space.

Archer & Co 01291 626262 www.archerandco.com

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CHEPSTOW

Very attractive detached three bedroomed house

Outstanding re-fitted kitchen/breakfast room

Easy access to M48 Motorway network

BROCKWEIR

Detached 2 bed cottage of immense character & charm

Low maintenance delightful gardens to front & rear

Approximately 8 miles from M48 motorway network

TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW

Immaculately presented detached 4 bed house

Landscaped level gardens to front & rear

No onward chain

ST BRIAVELS

1960's built split level four bedroomed house

Individually designed

Magnificent far reaching views

Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62

Guide price £300,000







5 3 1 C

4 2 3 E

5 3 1 C

3 2 2 C

PENALLT, NEAR MONMOUTH

Spacious and luxurious brand-new five bed home

Magnificent bespoke fitted kitchen/dining/family room

Ample parking and double garage



WOOLASTON

Modern detached family home

Edge of village location & 5 miles from M48

No onward chain




Spacious and luxurious brand-new five bed home

Magnificent bespoke fitted kitchen/dining/living room




CHEPSTOW

Extremely well presented 3 bed modern Town House

Easy access to M48 for onward commuting

No onward chain



2 1 1 C

4 2 2 D

3 1 1 C

3 2 2 D

CHEPSTOW

Modern 2 bed semi-detached house

Ample off road parking & garage/store room

Easy access to M48 Motorway



TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW

Well maintained four bedroomed dormer bungalow

Ample driveway parking & garage

No onward chain



SEDBURY, CHEPSTOW

Well presented 3 bed mid-terraced house

Ideal for first time buyer or as an investment

Easy access to M48 motorway network



GARDEN CITY, CHEPSTOW

Immaculately presented detached house

Elevated position commanding fine views




4 2 3 Exempt

4 3 4 F

3 1 2 -

4 3 4 C

LLANGEVIEW

Prestigious 4 Bed 16th Century Property

Particularly Spacious Accommodation

Large Gardens With 3 Acre Paddock

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

£585,000

RAGLAN

Particularly Spacious Country Residence

Rural yet Accessible Position

2 Acres of Grounds, Excellent Parking Facilities

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

£820,000

USK

Grade II Listed Character Property

Central Location

No Chain

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

£435,000

PONTYPOOL

Well Presented Detached Family Residence

Elevated Position with Outstanding Views

Convenient Situation close to all local amenities

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12


chepstow usk newport forest of dean london archerandco.com

Associated Park Lane office

PROPERTIES 15

Midsummer Cottage, Brockweir, Chepstow


A beautifully presented detached two bedroomed cottage

of immense character and charm with delightful gardens

to front and rear, nestled in the centre of the village

of Brockweir, a village which has existed since at least

the 13th Century and enjoys the traditional village life

together with the local pub which is within walking

Price

£325,000

distance. Around Brockweir and the beautiful Wye Valley

there are a wealth of riverside and countryside walks and

opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Chepstow and

the M48 motorway network is approximately 8 miles

distant offering amenities to include shops, restaurants,

pubs, leisure facilities, road, bus and rail links together

bedroom bedroom

Detached 2 bed cottage of immense character & charm with low maintenance delightful gardens to front & rear.


Approximately 8 miles from M48 motorway network.

bathroom bathroom

2



bedroom bedroom

1 3

bathroom

bathroom



with the M48 motorway network for onward commuting

to Bristol, Newport or Cardiff. The Vendors tell us they

fell in love with the character of the village which offers


a good community spirit and the unique position of the

property which affords an oasis of peace and tranquillity.

OIL

central heating

central heating

parking

parking

bedroom

living room etc

The Fence, St Briavels, Gloucestershire

Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com

Offers over

£500,000

Unique five bedroomed cottage with fine views in an edge of village location.

No onward chain.

Enjoying a unique semi-rural location on the edge of the village of St Briavels, this

family sized cottage of great character and charm has within the last five years been

renovated and updated from two cottages (the original of which is believed to date back

to c.1300’s and was believed at one time to form three cottages).

The Vendors tell us they fell in love with the potential of the cottages and area with

all it had to offer by way of the benefits of country living and yet easily accessible for

commuting to their places of work.

bedroom bedroom

bathroom bathroom

5



Much tender loving care and hard work later they have transformed the cottages into

versatile yet characterful, good sized accommodation with picturesque garden bordered

by woodland.


bedroom bedroom

bathroom

bathroom

bathroom


central heating

2 3 1

central heating

central heating




The surrounding countryside offers not only magnificent views but an abundance of

walks. The accommodation comprises Kitchen/breakfast/family room, utility room,

living room, five bedrooms (master with dressing room), study, two bathrooms and a

basement.

GAS LPG

parking

parking

parking

Chepstow

01291 629799

Usk

01291 672034

Monmouth

01600 775930

Abergavenny

01873 736515

Ross-on-Wye

01989 764132

TUTSHILL

Being sold for the first time in over 30 years this five bedroomed family sized cottage of

immense character and charm has been a much loved family home for the current

Vendors during that time who fell in love with the location, the views, ease of onward

travelling and being able to walk to town and schools when they first saw it. Enjoying an

elevated position above the Old Wye Bridge, known historically as Chepstow Bridge

which crosses the River Wye from Gloucestershire, England into Monmouthshire Wales

and with fine views over Chepstow Castle, the oldest surviving post-Roman stone

fortification in Britain. The property offers versatile, good sized family accommodation

retaining many original features. EPC Rating: N/A

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £524,950

ST BRIAVELS

Enjoying a unique semi-rural location on the edge of the village of St Briavels

this charming family sized cottage has been renovated and updated, within the

last five years, from two cottages, transforming it to provide versatile yet

characterful, good sized accommodation which comprises kitchen/breakfast/

family room, utility room, living room, five bedrooms (master with dressing

room), study, two bathrooms and basement. There is a picturesque garden

bordered by woodland together with parking. No onward chain. EPC Rating:

G

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Offers over £500,000

Newport

01633 927277

Cardiff

02921 690690

EARLSWOOD

A wonderful opportunity to buy an immaculately presented four/five bedroomed, larger

than average, barn conversion offering versatile accommodation with equestrian facilities

set in a tranquil rural location and part of a small group of converted farm buildings

approximately 20 minutes from the M48 motorway providing onward commuting to

Newport, Cardiff, Bristol Bath and beyond. Nestled amongst glorious countryside with

quiet country lanes and nearby Wentwood Forest which was once part of the hunting

grounds of Chepstow Castle, it offers superb hacking and walks with breath-taking views

over the Severn Estuary. Its diversity of habitats means it is home to some spectacular

wildlife. EPC Rating: D

UNDY

This elegant five bedroomed stone built house is located a short distance from Magor

Square, just a 3 minute driveway away from the M4 motorway network giving excellent

commuting for Bristol, London, Newport and Cardiff. The nearest railway station is just

5 minutes away for an easy commute to Cardiff, Bristol (and onward to London) and

Gloucester. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, living room, snug/dining room,

ground floor shower room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, inner hall, office/store

room, additional store room, five bedrooms, family bathroom and cellars. Driveway

approach with ample parking for several vehicles leading to the garages. Outbuildings.

Extensive mature garden and grounds. EPC Rating: G



Regionally

40 offices

throughout

Wales and the

South West

UPPER REDBROOK, MONMOUTH

Elegant Victorian property with beautifully decorated interiors and a host of

period features including large sash windows, fireplaces and flagstone flooring.

This delightful property has large bay windows in both the sitting room and

dining room which overlook the gardens to the front with the wooded valley

of the River Wye beyond. EPC Rating: F

LLANVIHANGEL CRUCORNEY, ABERGAVENNY

An interesting, traditional Welsh stone farmhouse renovated to create a

wonderful 5-bedroom family home. An excellent range of outbuildings

includes a substantial barn/workshop and detached studio with floor to ceiling

windows. All set in circa 1.75 acres and situated in an enviable location with

views towards The Graig. EPC Rating: E

Nationally

225 offices across

Great Britain

Internationally

Plus 75

offices globally

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £645,000

Fine & Country Abergavenny 01873 736515 £750,000

5000

professional

associates all

around the world

HENLLYS, CWMBRAN

Beautifully presented throughout, this executive detached residence enjoys a slightly

elevated position at the end of a small cul-de-sac in Oakleigh Court. The spacious

accommodation consists of sitting room, family room, conservatory, office, kitchen/dining

room, utility room and cloakroom, five bedrooms (master with en-suite) and family

bathroom. The rear garden is enclosed and private. To the front there is a driveway for

several vehicles and a double garage. This family home is set in a quiet semi-rural

location yet close to amenities and schools, with excellent transport links to Newport,

M4 motorway and surrounding areas. EPC Rating: C

LLANDEVAUD

This individual detached property situated in the sought after village of Llandevaud has been redesigned

by the current owners. Accommodation comprises of a large open plan living room, dining

room and kitchen, additional two reception rooms and bathroom all to the ground floor. The lower

ground floor has 6 bedrooms all with en-suites, a games room and bar as well as a utility room and

boiler room. To the first floor is the master suite with en-suite and dressing room and guest suite

also with en-suite. The property itself has undergone total and sympathetic refurbishment with many

luxurious features and luxury fittings to include magnificent kitchen and bathrooms but still retaining

that homely feel. In addition the spiral staircase is the central feature of the property providing access

to all floors. EPC Rating: B

Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £475,000

Fine & Country Newport 01633 927277 Guide price £1,490,000

Sales & Lettings Agent

Open 7 days per week

No Sale - No Fee

Free Valuations

Chepstow Office Tel: 01291 629292

NEWPORT ROAD, CHEPSTOW

• DETACHED BAY FRONTED HOUSE

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM PLUS UTILITY ROOM

• OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM

• 4 BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE

• LARGE GARDENS WITH AMPLE PARKING • E.E.R - C

£399,950

QUIVVY, TUTSHILL

• SPACIOUS NEO GEORGIAN FAMILY HOUSE

• THREE SPACIOUS RECEPTION ROOMS

• FOUR GENEROUS BEDROOMS TWO WITH EN-SUITES

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM WITH UTILITY ROOM

• LARGE CONSERVATORY

£669,950

FOREST EDGE, DEVAUDEN

• WELL PRESENTED DETACHED HOUSE

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS

• FOUR BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE

• WELL APPOINTED KITCHEN AND UTILITY ROOM

• DOUBLE GARAGE AND PARKING

£459,950

LAUREL PARK, ST ARVANS

• DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION

• FIVE BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE

• THREE RECEPTION ROOMS

• LIVING ROOM WITH BALCONY OFF

• REAR DRIVEWAY LEADING TO THE GARDENS

£549,950

WELL COTTAGE, SHIRENEWTON

• FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS

• LIVING ROOM PLUS SITTING ROOM

• SPACIOUS FARMHOUSE STYLE KITCHEN

• DELIGHTFUL, MATURE LANDSCAPED GARDENS

• APPROXIMATELY 1/2 AN ACRE

£550,000 (OIEO)

INNER LOOP ROAD, BEACHLEY

• STYLISH DETACHED FAMILY HOUSE

• SUPERB OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/FAMILY DINING ROOM

• SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM

• FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS (ONE ON-SUITE)

• PLEASANT MATURE GARDENS

£475,000

MOUNTON DRIVE, CHEPSTOW

• WELL MAINTAINED DETACHED PROPERTY

• FOUR BEDROOMS, MASTER WITH EN-SUITE

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING ROOM

• ATTACHED GARAGE AND PARKING FOR TWO VEHICLES

• NO ONWARD CHAIN

£364,950

LOWER CHURCH STREET, CHEPSTOW

• CONTEMPORARY STYLE MEWS HOUSE

• MASTER BEDROOM WITH WALK IN WARDROBE & EN-SUITE

• TWO FURTHER DOUBLE BEDROOMS

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING SPACE

• ALLOCATED PARKING SPACE

£349,950

Magor/Undy Area

Tel: 01633 745396

Chepstow Lettings Office

Tel: 01291 624881

MOOR STREET, CHEPSTOW

• GROUND FLOOR STUDIO FLAT

• OPEN PLAN LIVING BEDROOM AREA

• REDECORATED THROUGHOUT

• AVAILABLE NOW

• EPC RATING E

£450 PCM

LARKFIELD HOUSE, CHEPSTOW

• FIRST FLOOR TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT

• SET WITHIN PERIOD BUILDING

• ALLOCATED PARKING AND GARAGE

• AVAILABLE NOW

• AWAITING EPC

£850 PCM

ROUNDBUSH CRESCENT, CAERWENT

• 3 BED MID LINK PROPERTY

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

• LIVING ROOM

• AVAILABLE 9TH MARCH 2020

• EPC RATING C

£825 PCM

STUART AVENUE, CHEPSTOW

• SEMI DETACHED HOME

• THREE BEDROOMS

• OPEN PLAN KITCHEN DINING ROOM

• AVAILABLE NOW

• EPC RATING C

£850 PCM

GROVE COTTAGE, LLANGWM

• THREE BEDROOM DETACHED COTTAGE

• PRIVATE GARDENS/GENEROUS DRIVEWAY

• FANTASTIC RURAL LOCATION WITH STUNNING VIEWS

• AVAILABLE 13TH JANUARY 2020

• EPC RATING – D

£950 PCM

MOUNT COTTAGE, SHIRENEWTON

• EXTENDED DETACHED COTTAGE

• SUPERB LIVING ROOM WITH INGLENOOK FIREPLACE

• DETACHED GARAGE AND AMPLE PARKING

• AVAILABLE 3RD FEBRUARY 2020

• EPC RATING D

£1450 PCM

CASTLE WOOD, CHEPSTOW

• 5 BED DETACHED HOUSE

• SEPERATE LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM

• KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM


• EPC RATING C

£1350 PCM

CAIRD STREET, CHEPSTOW

• IMMACULATE MID TERRACE HOME

• THREE GOOD SIZED BEDROOMS

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS


• EPC RATING D

£875 PCM

www.thinkmoon.co.uk

PROPERTIES 19

bedroom

living room etc

The Toll House, Llanvaches

Moon & Co 01291 624881 www.thinkmoon.co.uk

The Toll House, Pike Road, comprises of a well appointed and fully updated property situated within


this fantastic rural village. Believed to be around 200 years old, this Grade II listed property offers


bathroom bathroom


modern living whilst retaining many of its original character features.

To the ground floor the property is accessed via solid wood

doorway into living room with step down to ground floor

w.c., kitchen, utility room and formal dining, with three

bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor.

To the rear of the property is a low maintenance courtyard

benefiting from paved seating area bounded by timber

fencing.

A short walk from the rear of the property are steps and

gated access to further rear gardens which offer large level

lawned area and raised seating terrace laid predominantly

to stone. Also situated in the garden is a blockwork store

shed.

Price

£329,950

bedroom bedroom

Being situated in Llanvaches, a number of amenities

are close at hand to include well renowned local pub

and additional pub in nearby Llanvair Discoed with a

further range of facilities in nearby Chepstow, Magor and

Langstone.

There are good bus, road and rail links. The A48, M4 and

M48 motorway networks bring Newport, Cardiff and

Bristol all within easy commuting distance.

“Early 19th Century two storey, formerly a turnpike house

with picturesque gothic treatment to the front. White painted,

rendered elevations, slated, hipped roof with wide overhanging

eaves and brick chimney stack at junction of hipped and ridged

3


roof on the E side. Projecting two storey range to S elevation,

breaking forward of the adjoining terrace, comprising a two

parking parking

storey, canted bay beneath hipped slate roof. Single lancets,

one per floor on each splayed face, with timber two centered

doorway set to S face.


bedroom bedroom

bathroom

bathroom

2 1

bathroom

living room living room etccentral heating

central heating

central heating


parking

parking

Blank rendered wall above the pointed doorway would formerly

have carried a notice board advertising the toll charges.

Two small square-headed timber casements to W elevation.

To rear lean-to and later flat roofed extension with small

casement to first floor.”

(Taken from British Listed Buildings source CADW).

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PROPERTIES

bedroom

living room etc

The Mill, Langstone Court Road, Langstone


Price

£850,000

bedroom bedroom

bathroom bathroom

5




bedroom bedroom

bathroom

Stunning stone built barn in a quiet rural location with splendid views.

No Chain.

It would be easy to run out of superlatives in describing this detached stone built barn

which exudes outstanding craftsmanship including the internal joinery which is of light

oak and exquisite tasteful decor throughout including a luxury fitted kitchen.

The property is situated in an elevated rural location with stunning open views to the

rear yet being within easy reach of excellent road links with the Coldra roundabout and

the M4 and A449 within 2 miles.

A fully automatic wall mounted Worcester LPG gas fired boiler provides hot water

for both domestic and central heating use and this combined with the high level of

bathroom


central heating

central heating



bathroom


parking

parking

central heating

3 3 1

insulation and double glazing enable heating costs to be maintained at a minimum. NB:

It should be noted that The Mill benefits from solar panels which generate an income of

approximately £3000 per annum.

As previously mentioned the standard of workmanship and decor are testament to the

attention to detail of the present occupying owners.

Approached via double wrought gates the property has the benefit of a large block

paviour driveway with excellent parking facilities and garaging etc.

LPG GAS

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SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

3 2 2 C

2 1 1 E

4 2 1 D

4 2 2 E

CHEPSTOW

Very attractive detached three bedroomed house

Outstanding re-fitted kitchen/breakfast room

Easy access to M48 Motorway network

Archer & Co Raglan

Chepstow 01291 62 62 62

£355,000


BROCKWEIR

Detached 2 bed cottage of immense character & charm

Low maintenance delightful gardens to front & rear

Approximately 8 miles from M48 motorway network

Archer & Co Glascoed

Chepstow 01291 62 62 62

£470,000


TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW

Immaculately presented detached 4 bed house

Landscaped level gardens to front & rear

No onward chain

Archer & Co Chepstow usk

01291 62 62 62

£310,000


ST BRIAVELS

1960's built split level four bedroomed house

Individually designed

Magnificent far reaching views

Archer & Co Little Chepstow Mill

01291 62 62 62

£410,000


SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

5 3 1 C

4 2 3 E

5 3 1 C

3 2 2 C



Usk

WOOLASTON

Little Mill

Llanvair Discoed

CHEPSTOW

Usk

Spacious and luxurious

£548,000

brand-new five bed home

Modern detached £445,000

family home

Spacious and luxurious £417,000

brand-new five bed home

£163,000

Magnificent bespoke fitted kitchen/dining/family room

Edge of village location & 5 miles from M48

Magnificent bespoke fitted kitchen/dining/living room



No onward chain

No onward chain


Archer & Co Chepstow Properties 01291 62 62 62 urgently Archer & needed

Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62

Guide price We £700,000 cover Usk, Raglan, Guide price Caerleon, £350,000 Ponthir Guide and price surrounding £700,000 villages


Extremely well presented 3 bed modern Town House



SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

2 1 1 C

4 2 2 D

3 1 1 C

3 2 2 D

CHEPSTOW

Modern 2 bed semi-detached house

Ample off road parking & garage/store room

Easy access to Usk

M48 Motorway

Archer & Co Chepstow £233,950

01291 62 62 62


SOLD

TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW

Well maintained four bedroomed dormer bungalow

Ample driveway parking & garage

Penperlleni

No onward chain

Archer & Co Chepstow £317,000

01291 62 62 62


SOLD

SEDBURY, CHEPSTOW

Well presented 3 bed mid-terraced house

Ideal for first time buyer or as an investment

Easy access to Llangwm

M48 motorway network

Archer & Co Chepstow

£405,000

01291 62 62 62


SOLD

GARDEN CITY, CHEPSTOW

Immaculately presented detached house

Elevated position commanding fine views

Easy access to M48 Usk

for onward commuting

Archer & Co Chepstow

£330,000

01291 62 62 62


SOLD

4 2 3 Exempt

4 3 4 F

3 1 2 -

4 3 4 C

Usk

Usk

Usk

Ponthir

LLANGEVIEW

£280,000

RAGLAN

£490,000

£549,950

USK

PONTYPOOL

£375,000

Prestigious 4 Bed 16th Century Property

Particularly Spacious Country Residence

Grade II Listed Character Property

Well Presented Detached Family Residence

Particularly Spacious Accommodation

Rural yet Accessible Position

Central Location

Elevated Position with Outstanding Views

Large Gardens With 3 Acre Paddock

2 Acres of Grounds, Excellent Parking Facilities

No Chain

Convenient Situation close to all local amenities

Call 01291 672212 or email usk@archerandco.com for a free market appraisal

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12

£585,000

£820,000

£435,000






22

PROPERTIES

bedroom

living room etc

Willow Drive, Monmouth

pa black 01600 714355 www.pablack.co.uk

Price

£439,000

Detached family home with three reception rooms and large conservatory.

Low maintenance garden. Local amenities on the doorstep! EPC - C. Price Reduction.

This well-presented 5 bedroom detached property is located on the ever popular

Rockfield estate within easy walking distance of the local school and just a mile from

the town centre, offering a level walk in to town as well as good access to local schools

and bus routes.

The property consist of kitchen/diner, lounge, study, large conservatory and also

benefits from a converted garage to create a double bedroom with en-suite wet-room to

the ground floor giving family flexibility.

bedroom bedroom

bathroom bathroom

5



bedroom bedroom

bathroom

bathroom

bathroom


3 3 2

central heating

garage/covered

central heating

parking



To the first floor the master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and two bedrooms

share a ‘Jack & Jill’ shower room. Outside the low maintenance rear garden has patio

and decking dining areas planted with mature trees and shrubs and a large workshop,


the front offers parking for 2 vehicles.

Monmouth offers great transport links to surrounding areas via the A449 and A40 on

to the M4 and M50 motorway networks, making it an ideal location for commuters to

both Bristol and Cardiff.

GAS

parking

parking

parking

bedroom

living room etc

West End House, Undy, Caldicot

pa black 01291 630876 www.pablack.co.uk

PA Black are delighted to present this superb substantial and characterful four double

bedroom detached farmhouse which is now been converted to a impressive three storey

family home with adjoining barn with planning to convert into annex!!

Boasting substantial and spacious accommodation which has been updated and

improved. Desirable village location! Impressive accommodation comprises of a

entrance hall, lounge, open plan kitchen/living room which opens to a dining room.

Price

£595,000

bedroom bedroom

bathroom bathroom


Fantastic three storey farmhouse with adjoining barn.

Huge potential to further develop.

4


bedroom bedroom

bathroom

bathroom

1 1

bathroom


central heating

central heating




Utility room and shower room to the ground floor. Two larger than average bedrooms

with ensuite bathrooms to the first floor.

Two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom to the second floor. The property


also benefits from gas central heating.

Front and enclosed rear garden with a driveway to the side. Barn attached with planning

to convert into annex.

GAS

parking

parking

parking

Sales - Monmouth

New

to Market

Sales - Monmouth

Price

Reduction

Sales - Monmouth

New

to Market

Sales - Monmouth

New

to Market

Carbonne Close £125,000

Brook Crescent £225,000

Ternata Drive £255,000

Rockfield Avenue £300,000

Great starter home with 2 BEDROOMS and re-fitted SHOWER

ROOM, MODERN kitchen, living/dining room with CONSERVATORY

off and LOW MAINTENANCE GARDEN. NO ONWARD CHAIN!!!

EPC - D.

The property comprises of lounge, kitchen, three bedrooms

master with EN-SUITE and downstairs bathroom along with HARD

STANDING AREA and off set good sized GARDEN, this property

would make a perfect FAMILY HOME in a SORT AFTER AREA with

local SHOP, SCHOOL, BUS ROUTE. EPC - D.

SET OVER 3 FLOORS, the property includes a MODERN KITCHEN/

DINER with integrated appliances, spacious lounge, downstairs

cloakroom/WC, 3 GOOD SIZED BEDROOMS, master with en-suite,

family bathroom, enclosed garden to rear, plus DRIVEWAY and

GARAGE! EPC - B.

Set in the POPULAR and CONVENIENT location situated in WALKING

DISTANCE to MONMOUTH TOWN and local AMENITIES. 3 x

BEDROOMS, 2 x RECEPTION rooms and PLANNING PERMISSION

for further extension to the front. Must View.

EPC - D.

Sales - Monmouth

New

to Market

Sales - Monmouth

Must

View

Sales - Monmouth

New

to Market

Must

View

Sales - Monmouth

Field House, Cherry Walk £350,000

Red House, Redbrook £390,000

Levitsfield Close £400,000

Mitchel Troy Common £700,000

Semi-detached 100 YEARS OLD property is part of the ORIGINAL

FARMHOUSE to the estate offering PRIVACY to the rear Landscaped

garden with koi carp pond and green house. 3 Bedrooms,

DOWNSTAIRS Bathroom, Off road parking and DOUBLE GARAGE,

AMENITIES on the doorstep! NO ONWARD CHAIN! EPC - D.

FANTASTIC opportunity to purchase this SUPERB TRADITIONAL

DETATCHED which is located above the River Wye in the sought

after village of Redbrook, between Monmouth and Chepstow.

THREE DOUBLE bedrooms and a family bathroom with separate

WC. Updated & Improved. MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - D.

This GENEROUS detached home has FLEXIBLE rooms and one of the

best VIEWS on the estate overlooking COUNTRYSIDE. Offered with

THREE RECEPTION ROOMS and 4 DOUBLE bedrooms and early viewing

is essential!

EPC - C.

A superb opportunity to purchase this fantastic detached FIVE

bedroom family home with a detached HOLIDAY LET set in 1 Acre.

Call for further information! MUST BE VIEWED!

EPC - D.

Sales - Chepstow

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Price

Sales - Chepstow

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Price

Sales - Chepstow

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Price

Sales - Chepstow

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to Market

Marten Road £190,000

Green Street £210,000

Broadstone Terrace £210,000

Chartist Way £280,000

Close proximity to SCHOOLS and SHOPS this family home is in need

of updating throughout and offers great family SPACE and excellent

COMMUTER LINKS. NO ONWARD CHAIN!!! Great investment, first

time buy or upsizing!!!

EPC - E.

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this three bedroom mid terraced

property which has been improved and set in this sought after and

convenient location. Located close to local amenities within the

market town of Chepstow. Popular schools nearby as well as bus,

road & rail links. NO CHAIN! EPC - TBC.

Superb opportunity to purchase this three bedroom semi-detached

family home set in a lovely rural location with open countryside

views and benefits from a larger than average plot size. Links to the

M4 and schools. Does require some updating but offers fantastic

potential! No Chain! EPC - D.

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this superb extended and

updated three double bedroom family home. Situated in the

popular residential location of Bulwark which has a host of local

amenities, great transport links and primary schools. Very well

presented accommodation which MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - D.

Sales - Chepstow

New

to Market

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to Market

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Great

Family Home

Sales - Chepstow

Immaculately

Presented Family Home

Somerset Grove £295,000 Hill House Pwllmeyric Lodge £360,000

Peter Alan are pleased to present this four bedroom detached

family home set in this very sought after location. Close proximity

to Magor Village Square and all its amenities including doctors,

dentists, and restaurants along with great schools.

EPC - C.

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this charming detached period

cottage set in the popular and convenient semi rural location of

Pwllmeyric. Located close to the popular town of Chepstow.

Excellent road links via the M48 bringing Cardiff and Bristol within

commuting distance! MUST BE VIEWED! EPC - D.

Merton Green £420,000

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this modern larger than average

and well-proportioned three storey FIVE bedroom detached family

home with over 1800sq ft of living space. Formerly the show home

enjoys a prime location on the development opposite the large

green. Sought after semi-rural location! EPC - C.

Edmond Locard Court £560,000

Rare opportunity to buy a property on this exclusive Charles Church

development. This five bedroom property is finished to a very

high standard offering generous living space and state of the art

features. Could this be your dream home? Then don’t miss out to

view this delightful executive home! EPC- B.

24 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

What will be the DIY jobs

of the future?

As our homes become ever-more futuristic and complex, so will the repairs and maintenance

needed to keep them running smoothly and with consumer need for a tradesperson around the house

already evolving, what could the future hold?

The trade sector can be a tough one with an

estimated 2.5m workers all vying for your home

improvement and servicing needs.

Tradespeople comparison site, HaMuch.com, has

looked at some of the DIY jobs of the future that could

soon become the norm for a tradesperson call out.

Smart vehicle maintenance

Electric cars are becoming more commonplace and

while we are yet to see a futuristic style hovercar, this

latest wave of auto tech requires additional maintenance

to the traditional car. While the car itself still needs

mechanic maintenance there is also the matter of the

charing and programming points. While these are

largely found in public areas, it’s thought they will soon

be fitted in every home and will require someone to

keep them in tip-top shape when they are.

Heat absorbent plaster and

odour absorbing paint

Paint and plaster is a purely aesthetic job for the

tradesperson of today but this might not be the case

in the future. Heat absorbent plaster will hold heat

to distribute during the colder nights thus saving on

energy bills, while odour absorbing paint will be used in

kitchens, toilets and utility rooms to keep bad smells at

bay and reduce the use of aerosol-based sprays. Having

a trained tradesperson to apply these properly will be

vital for success.

Sustainable energy

With sustainability already a hot topic, the home

of the future will no doubt focus more on sustainable

energy including everything from mini wind turbines

to solar panels and geothermal heat pumps. It is also

thought there will be energy harvesting floors that when

walked on can generate their own energy. However,

all of these will require installation, maintenance and

servicing to keep them in good order providing an

opportunity for the tradesperson of the future.

Intelligent homes and smart

appliances

At the moment we have Alexa but soon our homes

could be run by integrated smart technology that does

everything from cooking the dinner to locking the

doors for us. If we are going to place such trust in this

automated integrated way of life, it’s vital that our home

assistant is actually cooking the dinner and locking

the doors to avoid food poisoning or encouraging a

break-in. This presents a major DIY job of the future

for those that keep on top of this tech and are trained to

maintain it.

Automated robots

These are already starting to enter the household

through the development of pre-programmed hoovers

but with technology advancing every day, we could soon

see self-sufficient robots become more commonplace

and carrying out all sorts of jobs from cleaning to

cooking to walking the dog. While they may also take

over some of the more basic tradesperson jobs they will

still need a qualified professional to keep them in top

shape.

Self-cleaning surfaces

While we wouldn’t get a tradesperson round to clean

our kitchen surfaces today, they may be required to

service the self-cleaning surfaces, floors and windows of

the house of the future.

Facial recognition and

home security

There are already a wide array of fancy additional

security measures above and beyond the lock and key.

Smart doorbells are one such advancement that are

becoming more commonplace in the average home as

well as CCTV, where once only the rich could afford

them. It’s thought these will advance further to take

over the function of the simple door key and only allow

verified people to enter your home via facial recognition

software. However, should they go wrong, you will still

need to call out a professional locksmith to remedy

the issue, but rather than changing a lock they will be

rebooting your facial recognition tech.

The 3D printer

3D printers are quickly becoming a go-to piece of

technology and their ability to print almost any design is

remarkable. The home of the future could well see one

come as standard and rather than call out a tradesperson

to complete a job, you could simply print the tools or

any other household item yourself and get going. But

again, they will need a professional to keep them in

working order and this would be yet another job for the

tradesperson of the future.

Tarquin Purdie, Founder and CEO of HaMuch.

com, commented: “The way we live is changing and

while today’s trade callouts focus on hands-on jobs

for trained professionals, this might not be the case in

years to come. With technology doing more and more

of the heavy lifting and products and appliances lasting

for longer, we could see the tradesperson jobs of today

vanish as more integration and greater advancements in

household technology take over.

However, change always presents an opportunity

and while the house of the future may not need a

painter, plumber or heating engineer, it will most

certainly need trained professionals to ensure these

latest advancements in technology are working as they

should be.”

LEGAL

25

Unlock the value of your home

with Equity Release

Improving health and an increase in life expectancy is putting a strain on people who fund their lifestyle on

limited resources, particularly in times of instability on stock markets and low interest rates.

Coupled with this is the increase in debt being carried into retirement, funding the provision of care,

supporting children in adulthood and the growth in relationship breakdown with the over 60s.

As an owner, your property is probably your biggest asset and with the passage of time there has

been an ever-increasing number of homeowners turning to equity release as a means of releasing some of the

tax-free cash tied up in it. What started off as a scheme to enable people in need to release capital or income

from their home has developed into an integral part of financial planning to be used in a variety of ways

including:

• maintaining your standard of living by supplementing income or replacing capital

• consolidating credit cards, loans and other debts

• paying off an interest-only age restricted mortgage

• home improvements and adaptations

• holiday of a lifetime

• funding medical and social care

• assisting children and grandchildren on the property ladder

• funding divorce or civil partnership settlements for self or children

• paying school and university fees

• mitigating inheritance tax

Equity release is highly regulated and there are many safeguards in place to protect

those who take out a plan, however, it is important that advice is sought from a

specialist solicitor and financial adviser with the relevant experience early in the process.

GWYN JAMES

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26 FINANCE

UK tenants are saving money

each month, but what for?

According to a new study of 2,000 private renters from buy-to-let lender, Landbay, over three-quarters

of UK tenants are actively saving money each month, but what for?

Landbay’s figures have revealed that contrary to popular belief, renters are not

simply saving to buy a house. When asked about their financial goals, the most

common aspiration is to go on holiday. 33% of renters are saving for a vacation -

this is truest for women, with 38% looking to jet off compared to 26% of men.

Age plays a significant role in savings behaviours. Older renters (55+) are far more

likely not to be saving than their younger counterparts – 31% save nothing, compared

to 23% of 35-54-year olds and 19% of those aged 18-34.

Yorkshire has the lowest proportion of non-savers, with just 19% not contributing

to the piggy bank each month. This is followed by the North East (20%) and East

of England (21%). At the other end of the saving league table, almost a third (30%)

of the South West are failing to save, followed by the South East (27%) and East

Midlands (25%).

Coming in second, a financially savvy 31% of renters are saving for an emergency

fund. Again, this is more common in women at 33% than men at 28%. However, men

are more likely to be saving for retirement, with 18% preparing for later life compared

to 12% of women.

Of course, some renters are looking to take the first step onto the property ladder

although their scale is surprising. Just under a quarter (23%) are saving to buy a house,

again led by women at 26% compared to men’s 17%. Perhaps unsurprisingly, younger

renters are leading the homeowning aspirational charge - 38% of 18-34 year-olds are

saving to buy, compared to 25% of 35-54 year-olds. A mere 3% of 55+-year-olds are

looking to save a home - of this age group, the largest proportion (40%) have no savings

goal in mind, compared to 29% of 35-54 year-olds and just 17% of 18-34 year-olds.

The top 10 savings goals for UK renters are:

1. Going on holiday - 33 %

2. An emergency fund - 31 %

3. Buying a house - 23 %

4. Retirement - 14 %

5. Spend on my children - 10 %

6. Buy a car - 10 %

7. Leisure (cinema, days out) - 9 %

8. Clothes - 9 %

9. Buy a new piece of technology (phone, TV, etc.) - 5 %

10. Another goal - 3 %

John Goodall, CEO, Landbay comments: “The widely held assumption that

renters are simply biding their time until they can afford to buy a house has been

proved wrong. Renting affords a disposable income which savers are using to fund the

lifestyle they want, whether that’s a lavish summer holiday or preparing for retirement.

This, alongside the increased demand for flexibility, means the private rental sector is

appealing to a wider range of people, and as such is getting more necessary by the day.

“For the new Government, investment in the private rental sector will be crucial.

The penalisation of landlords must stop, and the rights of tenants and landlords alike

need to be protected.”

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ADVICE

29

What do I need to consider before helping

my children purchase their first home?

It is becoming increasingly difficult and more expensive for first time buyers to get the money together

for the deposit to finance their first home and many are turning to their parents

for help to get their foot on the property ladder.

The benefits for your children are obvious but what are your options and what

are the practical considerations and risk to you?

Without doubt, the most important consideration is your own financial

wellbeing; are you risking your own security by contributing to your child’s purchase?

In other words, can you afford it? Have you thought about the consequences of nonrepayment?

If so, what, if any, terms are you going to attach to your contribution, i.e.

are you expecting to get your money back and, if so, when and how? Is it to be just a

straight repayment or do you require a return on your investment?

So, what are your options: -

• Outright gift - you can gift as much money as you like but there may be

inheritance tax implications if you die within seven years of the gift. An outright

gift is a no strings attached payment without reservation of any benefit or future

control over the money, so if your child falls into financial or matrimonial

difficulty, the money could be lost. Your child will need to notify the lender about

the basis of your contribution, and you may have to sign a Declaration confirming

that it is an outright gift and provide your child’s solicitor with evidence of the

source of funds.

• Loan - if you can’t or don’t want to make a gift of money to your child, you

could lend it to them. You would need to have a loan agreement drawn up by a

solicitor to formally document the terms you have agreed, such as the amount and

frequency of any interest payable, the circumstances and, when the loan needs to

be repaid. It should also include what happens if anyone involved with the loan

dies. If you decide on a loan, then your child’s lender will need to be informed. A

formal loan between you and your child may have implications as to the amount

of, or availability of, a commercial loan as lenders will consider affordability based

on your child’s income. Your loan should also be noted by Land Registry on the

title of your child’s property to protect your interest.

• Loan/gift alternatives - if you can’t afford to loan or gift the money,

there are other options, such as guarantor mortgages, where you act as guarantor

for 100% of the mortgage debt, offset mortgages, which allow for your savings to

be offset against your child’s mortgage, or equity mortgage, where you use some

of the equity in your own home as security against part of the loan. If you are

considering any of these options, you should take advice from a financial adviser.

• Joint purchase with your child - there are two alternatives.

You can either take out a joint mortgage and purchase in joint names or your

child can buy in their sole name with your interest and share in the property

being evidenced by a legal document known as a Declaration of Trust. This

Declaration of Trust should record your individual shares of ownership and your

responsibilities in respect of the property, such as for outgoings, maintenance

etc. Whilst purchasing jointly means that you would benefit from any increase

in value, you would also lose out if there was a downturn in the market. Other

considerations for you to bear in mind are that your child may not be able to

claim first time buyer’s relief if the property is in England and, if you already own

a property, the transaction will attract the 3% SDLT surcharge. Also, when you

come to sell, as this is not your principal private dwelling, you will not be able to

claim main residence relief from capital gains tax. Again, this is something that

your financial adviser should advise you on.

Finally, once you have decided how you wish to assist your child, you should

consider updating your Will to reflect the means of the contribution you have made.

This article is a general guide and we strongly recommend that you obtain specific

professional advice before proceeding.

If you would like more information, or for a no obligation discussion, please

contact Okells FrancisLaw LLP on either 01989 762009 or 01594 842242 or email us

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Why is uPVC a good material

for window frames?

Here at Glevum we are a proud, reliable and professional installer of uPVC products

alongside multiple glazed options. Get in touch today via our website - www.glevum.co.uk - to find out

more about what we offer and we can even provide you with a quote!

What is uPVC?

uPVC, is a well-established material in the

home improvement industry – but how many of

us actually know what it is? The abbreviation

stands for UnPlasticised Polyvinyl Chloride, a

strong and durable form of plastic which is a lowmaintenance

building material and has endless

amounts of uses. uPVC first broke onto the scene

in the 1980’s but the material has continued to

evolve ever since. At its core the main elements of

the material are made up of salt and oil, and as a

rigid, strong and durable compound, it is perfect

for construction purposes yet remains very light.

It is most commonly used for a range of doors,

window frames and sills when installing double

and triple glazing, or to replace older single glazed windows when it comes to home

improvements.

Why is uPVC a good material for window frames?

The material is proven to offer an all-round fantastic solution to cover a vast array

of required qualities that your windows or doors may need to have. It is long lasting

and requires very little maintenance, it is recognised for its thermal efficiency and it

is most importantly a low cost yet great value alternative to other materials on the

market.

The naturally warm material and multi-chambered frames of uPVC are great for

insulation, helping to control your bills during the winter months. uPVC can last up

to 20 years in perfect condition, making the investment well worth it. At Glevum we

provide a 10-year (insurance backed) guarantee with all our products, including our

uPVC doors and windows.

What are the benefits of using uPVC for

window frames?

Low cost

uPVC is a cheaper alternative to hardwood timber and aluminium, and despite

costs varying dependent on the product and details chosen, it is typically a much

more affordable option to go for when choosing your new windows or doors. The

cheaper alternative can still be paired with any of our glazed options such as double

and tripled glazed, all the way through to our patterned and stained glass units.

Low maintenance

One of the main advantages to uPVC windows or doors is the lack of maintenance

that is required to look after them. It is this factor alone that was responsible for many

people to replace their old wooden windows in the 1980’s and 1990’s (many of these

are now coming to the point where people are choosing to replace them).

The high-quality uPVC material will never need painting and will only require a

wipe down on and around the frame when you feel like it. Unlike timber products,

you will not see any signs of weather damage, rot, rust or even mould as they are

extremely durable and weather resistant. As needed with timber or aluminium frames,

it is not necessary to coat the uPVC with special substances to ward off bacterial

growth or prevent chemical reactions from occurring.

Great performance

All uPVC windows and doors must be energy rated to confirm with Building

Regulations which guarantees thermal efficiency. As the windows are made of uPVC,

they have a very low thermal conductivity which

is essential to stop heat escaping as easily as it does

with other window materials such as aluminium.

What’s even better is the material choice combined

with modern glazing options can provide sound

insulation, and research even suggests that the

combination can reduce the outside noise by as

much as 75%!

Aesthetics

At Glevum our uPVC is available in a wide

range of attractive colours and woodgrain timber

effect finishes to maintain the authentic look and

feel of traditional timber window frames at a

fraction of the cost. The colours range from White

or Antique Teak all the way through to Chartwell

Green and Black. Glevum offer a range of styles and finishes to account for all different

tastes and property styles to compliment homes inside and out, including the choice

of glazing options. The material also retains its shape within our living climates

but if placed in a very high temperature, it can then be recycled to maintain low

environmental impact!

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