Lower Common, Gilwern

Situated in the highly desirable village of Gilwern, on the edge of the breathtaking Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, Dolfach is an exceptional detached family home offering an impressive blend of space, character and versatility. Combining period-inspired features with generous accommodation, extensive parking& exciting future potential, this outstanding property is perfectly suited to modern family living.
Gilwern is a thriving village with a strong community spirit and an excellent range of amenities, including a village shop, cafés, a primary school and picturesque walks along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal. The nearby market towns of Abergavenny and Crickhowell provide an excellent selection of independent shops, restaurants, supermarkets, schools& leisure facilities, while the surrounding countryside offers endless opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits.
The property is approached via a gated entrance leading to a generous gravel driveway providing off-road parking, together with a detached double garage featuring a first-floor room offering excellent potential for conversion into a self-contained annexe, home office, studio or guest accommodation, subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations.

Dolfach, was individually and thoughtfully designed by the architect, in the 1990s to provide for family life and entertaining in mind. The heart of the home is the superb kitchen/dining room with direct access to the garden, complemented by a formal dining room and a further reception room, ideal as a snug, playroom or home office.
A particular highlight is the impressive living room, featuring a magnificent inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove, exposed beams, creating a warm and inviting space.
To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, two benefiting from en-suite shower rooms, alongside a family bathroom.
Outside, the substantial enclosed garden provides generous lawned areas, mature planting and ample space for entertaining, relaxing or family enjoyment.
Offering an outstanding combination of character, space and flexibility in one of Monmouthshire's most sought-after villages, Dolfach presents a rare opportunity to acquire a superb family home within easy reach of Abergavenny, Crickhowell and the spectacular landscapes of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.

Ground Floor

Hallway

Living Room (15' 6" Max x 19' 9" Max or 4.72m Max x 6.02m Max)

A spacious living room, featuring oak effect laminate flooring, exposed ceiling beams, recessed spotlights, an exposed brick inglenook fireplace with an oak beam and inset wood-burning stove, two double glazed windows, four sets of wall lights creating a bright & welcoming living space.

Kitchen/ dining room (18' 8" Max x 11' 3" Max or 5.69m Max x 3.42m Max)

A spacious open-plan kitchen/dining room fitted with a range of solid wood wall and base units with complementary work surfaces, inset sink and drainer, integrated appliances, tiled flooring, recessed spotlights, 2 wall lights a large double glazed window overlooking the garden.The dining area has ample space for a family dining table and double glazed French doors providing access to the rear garden.

Reception / Family Room (11' 8" Max x 9' 11" Max or 3.56m Max x 3.01m Max)

A versatile reception room offering a range of potential uses including a family room, snug, playroom or home office. Featuring tiled flooring, a double glazed window, wall lighting, and ample space for a variety of furnishings.

Dining Room (11' 10" Max x 14' 8" Max or 3.61m Max x 4.47m Max)

A generous dining room featuring oak flooring, recessed spotlights and double glazed French doors opening onto the rear garden, allowing plenty of natural light providing an ideal space for both everyday dining and entertaining guests.

Utility Room (10' 11" Max x 7' 11" Max or 3.34m Max x 2.41m Max)

Tiled flooring, range of wall-mounted storage cupboards, wood effect work surface, integrated ceramic Belfast sink with mixer tap, space for washing machine and tumble dryer, wall-mounted shelving and storage, wooden external door, multi-panel painted internal door (boiler), double glazed window.

W.C. (4' 6" Max x 5' 0" Max or 1.37m Max x 1.53m Max)

Tiled flooring, patterned low-level W.C. , pedestal wash hand basin,partly tiled walls, wood panelled internal door,frosted double glazed window.

First Floor

Landing

Carpeted with a double glazed window.Detachable part of the banister and ceiling panel for easy install of further stairs into the loft. Attic trusses used to enable easy attic conversion.

Master Bedroom (15' 10" Max x 9' 8" Max or 4.82m Max x 2.94m Max)

A generously proportioned master bedroom featuring fitted wardrobes,fitted carpet, double glazed windows allowing an abundance of natural light, artex ceiling, ample space. With a door leading to...

En-Suite 1 (7' 7" Max x 9' 2" Max or 2.31m Max x 2.79m Max)

Tiled flooring and walls, a corner bath, a free-standing shower cubicle, a low-level W.C., a bidet,pedestal wash-hand basin and a frosted double-glazed window.

Bedroom 2 (14' 7" Max x 11' 10" Max or 4.45m Max x 3.61m Max)

Carpeted flooring, feature painted wall, artex ceiling, wooden internal door, double glazed window. With a door leading to...

Ensuite 2 (6' 2" Max x 6' 4" Max or 1.87m Max x 1.94m Max)

Tiled flooring, walk-in shower cubicle, low level W.C., wash hand basin set within vanity unit, range of built-in storage cupboards, partly tiled walls, double glazed window.

Bedroom 3 (8' 6" Max x 11' 10" Max or 2.60m Max x 3.61m Max)

Carpeted flooring, artex ceiling with pendant light, built-in double wardrobe, wooden internal door, double glazed window.

Bedroom 4 (9' 7" Max x 9' 10" Max or 2.91m Max x 2.99m Max)

Carpeted flooring, artex ceiling with pendant light, built-in double wardrobe and double glazed window.

Bathroom (8' 10" Max x 6' 11" Max or 2.70m Max x 2.10m Max)

Tiled flooring, corner bath, wash hand basin set within vanity unit, range of built-in storage cupboards, low level W.C., bidet, heated towel rail, partly tiled walls, wooden door, double glazed window.

External

Rear Garden

Generous lawn area, fully enclosed perimeter featuring timber panel fencing.

Garage

Detached double garage with a step up into twin wooden doors, power and lighting, first-floor room offering potential for conversion into a self-contained annex (subject to planning), and a gravelled driveway providing ample off-road parking

Broadband and Mobile phone

Ultrafast broadband is shown to be available in the area along with good mobile signal. This is for guidance only and you should check with your provider.

Services

Mains electricity and water, private drainage, oil-fired underfloor heating throughout, and a whole-house ventilation and heat recovery system to improve efficiency and air quality.

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax

F

Agents Note

National Resources Wales indicates that this postcode is at a very low risk of flooding.

Directions

From our office in Crickhowell head southeast on the A40.Continue to follow A40,turn right onto Glangrwyney road, by the Bluebell Pub, follow this road over the bridge then turn left. Follow this road all the way around into Lower Common Gilwern and the property will be on your left.