This stunning Grade II Listed property has been sympathetically renovated, extended & dressed by the present owners who have perfectly blended 19th century character with early 20th century industrialist styling. New Market Street is regarded by locals as one of the most attractive streets in Usk with its wide range of buildings some of which date back to before the 16th Century with many of them now listed for having architectural or historical importance. Built in 1851, it is said that this Victorian property stands on the site of what was once a derelict cottage which was demolished to build two large houses. Fast forward to 2015 and the current owners collected the keys to what was a characterless and run-down dwelling with many of the original features being either removed or blocked up. Over the last five years the owners, along with skilled local craftsmen, have restored many original features whilst uncovering impressive fireplaces and flagstone floors. However, the biggest and most unexpected discovery of all was an ancient well which is now proudly displayed as a showpiece & talking point in the dining area of the breath-taking rear extension. Leading out from the relaxed living room area the impressive extension has created an incredible area where the owners now spend most their time whether it been relaxing with the family sat around the fire or entertaining and cooking with friends. The bespoke handmade kitchen has been designed to accommodate a substantial island affording a breakfast bar with barstool seating which can be moved if required to provide extra seating for watching the big game or to create a cocktail bar for those big nights in. To the fore, the cosy yet ample sitting room has been designed to create an ideal space to escape the rest of the family with a log burning stove sitting under a walnut mantle. The first floor is occupied by three generous bedrooms and a family shower room with the second floor offering a magnificent principle suite which affords a dressing area, en-suite and four bespoke dormer double glazed windows. Other modern additions include underfloor heating throughout the majority of downstairs with the property also benefiting from an entire new heating system & roof which has been insulated making the property warm throughout. To the rear lies an enclosed and landscaped garden with a winding path leading past a level lawn lined with flower beds up to the multi-purpose garden room, ideal for those looking to work (or work out) at home. In the vendors' own words, "This house has been such an easy house to live in and it has been a proper family home. We loved being able to have the whole family around where we have enough space for everyone to join in cooking or if not, they can escape to the front sitting room for some peace and quiet."
Stunning Grade II Listed property
Sympathetically renovated throughout
Excellent transport links to Bristol & Cardiff
Entrance Hall - On entering through the original wooden front door you are greeted with original flagstone flooring throughout the hall having under floor heating with the walls being lined with handmade panelling to replicate a true Victorian Hall which entices you towards the rear of the property. The original staircase leading to the first floor affords restored newel post, spindles and handrail with under stairs storage provided.
Living Room - 5.13m x 4.56m (16'10" x 15'0") - A cosy yet spacious room enjoying an original sash window with traditional shutters looking out onto the fore. An Aga log burning stove is set within a large open fireplace with a walnut mantle over with the sheer height of the ceilings broken by picture rails and original cornicing with heating provided via two 'CastRad' replica radiators.
Family Room - 4.38m x 4.21m (14'4" x 13'10") - Leading off the hall you are immediately drawn into this room by the substantial exposed brick fireplace housing a Jotul log burning stove with an exposed feature brick arch. The floors are again lined with original flagstone flooring having underfloor heating. Within the recesses either side of the fireplace lie an original built in cabinet as well as a handmade built in unit with the ceilings lined with original and restored cornicing. The family room is open plan to:-
Kitchen / Dining Room - 8.64m x 5.98m (28'4" x 19'7") - Comprising:-
Kitchen Area - The first part of the incredible rear extension offers a stunning bespoke 'Georgian Style' kitchen affording base units with 'Mandarin Stone' tiled work surfaces over with matching splash backs with two floor to ceiling units housing the fridge and freezer. There is a range style 'Falcon' cooker with gas hobs with extractor over, a sink with pull down spray tap, a concealed bin store and integral dishwasher. The island has been designed so it can be repositioned around the kitchen but is currently used as a breakfast bar with polished zinc work surface and reclaimed industrial style doors and draws underneath. One of two large rooflights floods this area and the family room with light. A wall mounted and hand-crafted display unit provides useful storage with polished concrete flooring throughout the extension. Open plan to:-
Dining Area - A spacious area with room for substantial dining with the walls being lined with reclaimed bricks. A set of bi-folding doors leads out onto the rear patio with the centre piece of the dining area being the restored stone lined well with reinforced glass top and down lighting with a further rooflight and box window letting in considerable amounts of light.
Utility Room - 2.06m x 1.92m (6'9" x 6'4") - Entered off the kitchen area though an industrial 'Walk In' style door, the utility room has a base unit with work surface over with inset sink with mixer tap. A row of corrugated steel and reclaimed wood framed sliding doors hide the washing machine and tumble dryer plus the Worcester combination boiler.
Cloakroom - An Imperial suite comprising high level pan and cistern with pull chain and wash stand with ceramic basin. There is flag stone flooring with under floor heating with a storage cupboard housing the fuseboard for the extension.
Stairs To The First Floor And Landing - The balustrade leads around with stairs leading to the second floor. There are doors to the bedrooms and shower room.
Bedroom Two - 4.57m x 3.68m (15'0" x 12'1") - The largest of the bedrooms on the first floor affording original cornicing sash window looking to the fore with satellite and Cat 5 sockets installed.
Bedroom Three - 4.57m x 2.67m (15'0" x 8'9") - Enjoying an original sash window to the fore, further features including cornicing and a stone hearth where a fireplace once stood. There are again satellite and cat 5 sockets installed.
Bedroom Four - 4.45m x 2.57m (14'7" x 8'5") - Having a slimline double glazed sash widow to the rear with satellite and Cat 5 sockets installed.
Family Shower Room - Affording a three piece suite comprising a walk in shower enclosure with Imperial shower, walnut wash stand with 'No Code' basin and wc with cistern. The walls and floors are lined with a mixture of Mandarin Stone marble effect porcelain and subway tiling.
Stairs To Second Floor -
Principal Bedroom - 6.61m x 6.50m (21'8" x 21'4") - A gorgeous principal suite with exposed A-Frame beams, a dressing area with built in wardrobes and three bespoke double-glazed dormer windows facing to the front and rear with built in storage in the eaves. A door leads into:-
Principal En-Suite Shower Room - A three piece suite comprising a walk in shower enclosure with mosaic tiling. There is a wash stand with limestone basin and a low level wc and marble effect tiled flooring with a fourth dormer window facing to the rear.
OUTSIDE
To the fore there is a cobbled parking area used by the residents living on the row. To the rear, the bi-fold doors lead onto a stone paved patio area providing a private seating area enclosed with stone walls. A set of steps leads to a path which runs the whole length of the garden with a lawned area surrounded by flower beds and shrubberies with industrial style metal fencing and stone walling. A further wood sleeper lined and checker plated seating area leads to;-
GARDEN ROOM / HOME OFFICE
A substantial timber framed and timber clad construct which has been insulated while affording light power, Cat 5 sockets and heating making it an ideal gym, home office, guest suite, studio or chill out space. There is also a separate store area providing ample storage for tools and garden furniture.
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