This period property is nestled away in a peaceful position, surrounded by mature private gardens within 4.12 acres of land, ample parking and garages. Extended some twenty-five years ago, this home offers a wonderful space for modern, rural living, with space for home-working or multi-generational living. The house includes a self-contained annexe, and whilst this is suitable for extended family or a holiday let, it could equally be incorporated in to the main living flow. With double glazing throughout, the property also maintains many original features, including the stone-tiled roof and barn, now the lounge, encompassing the original beams, exposed stonework and a stunning open fireplace. Double doors around the house open on to several patios, all quiet areas to sit and enjoy the beautiful location and the utter peace and quiet.

Whilst life at Cefn Pennar typically enjoys only the sounds of the river and birdsong, with buzzards and a resident owl, there is nevertheless easy access to Bristol and Cardiff via the M4, and nearby local train station (Newbridge) links Cardiff and Ebbw Vale. London is approximately two hours from Newport, with its direct rail link to London Paddington. Newport is a mere twenty minutes by car, Cardiff approximately thirty minutes away. Remote working, perhaps punctuated with trips to the office, would be a breeze from Cefn Pennar, with all of the benefits of rural living and the privilege of being surrounded by nature.

The location of Cefn Pennar is also blessed with many local attractions right on the doorstep. For lovers of the outdoors, the Sirhowy Valley Country Park is at the foot of the hill, offering twenty-six miles of walking and cycle tracks set in one thousand acres of woodland and meadows. There are some excellent private schools available in Newport, Chepstow, Cardiff and Monmouth, and many fine pubs, restaurants and leisure facilities all within a short drive.

Freehold Tenure - Ground Floor: Hallway, Cloakroom, Dining Room, Spectacular Lounge, Study, Kitchen, Utility Room, Connected Annexe Hallway, Annexe Bedroom 2/Storage Room, Annexe Lounge/Dining Room, Annexe Bedroom, Annexe Ensuite Bathroom.

First Floor: Landing leading to Master Bedroom and Ensuite Bathroom, with Main Bathroom and three further Bedrooms (two double rooms) with a further Landing and second Staircase descending.

Grounds: surrounding garden with ample parking and large double garage. Adjacent land 4.12 acres, suitable for stock, bordered by trees.

Hallway And Cloakroom - A spacious Hallway welcomes you in with the main staircase rising beyond and the ground floor cloakroom off this hall; there is access to the kitchen and formal dining room.

Dining Room - With an imposing fireplace, this room offers an impressive formal dining space with space to accommodate a very large dining table and an additional area, perhaps for relaxed seating.

Lounge - Once the original barn, still with beams and exposed brick, this expansive reception space offers the opportunity for hosting guests on a grand scale, or just for curling up with a book in front of the cosy wood burning stove. On two levels, patio doors open on to the West-facing patio for sunset drinks.

Study - Patio doors again open on to an outdoor dining area, flooding the study with light and making it a perfect home office. The fireplace offers a degree of formality and this could equally be set as a home cinema if a study is not required.

Kitchen - This spacious area has windows and patio doors to the south and an open aspect on two further sides. There is a large, informal dining area and a generous utility room off this. If desired, there is scope to incorporate this space in to a truly stunning new, open-plan kitchen/diner, with complete privacy and the possibility of large bi-fold doors opening to both the East and South.

Utility Room -

Annexe Hallway - From the kitchen, a discreet door leads to the annexe hallway; this can be entirely separate from the main house if necessary.

Annexe Store / Office / Bedroom - A useful and flexible additional space which could fulfill a number of different roles.

Annexe Kitchen - This sizeable additional kitchen could be used if the annexe were wished to be employed as a dwelling independent of the main farmhouse. It has potential to be a large utility space if the kitchen were wished to be extended in to the current utility room.

Annexe Lounge/Dining Room - Room for relaxing and dining, perhaps a space for children or teenagers for family life.

Annexe Bedroom - A pretty and spacious, dual-aspect double bedroom

Annexe En-Suite - With separate bath and shower, sink and WC

Main Bedroom - A beautifully light and spacious vaulted bedroom with dressing area.

En-Suite To Main Bedroom - Shower over bath, sink and WC with exclusive access for the master bedroom.

Three Further Bedrooms - Each bedroom filled with character, one vaulted with beams and two further rooms with a beautiful open aspect to the South.

Family Bathroom - Across the first landing, a family bathroom with separate shower and bath

Rear Staircase - An additional staircase descends near the study.

Outside Space - The house is being sold with 4.12 acres of adjacent land. The surrounding gardens lead to grazing pasture, all within view and reach of the house itself. The drive runs alongside this field, leading to the road for access. There are two main patio areas with beautiful views. Mature trees and shrubs surround the house, with a gravelled drive. Huge garaging is included.

Property is subject to a known Rights of Way and Public footpath, details to be confirmed with the Solicitors

Directions - From the M4 take the A467 to Ebbw Vale. At the Cross Keys/ Wattsville roundabout (note this is one entrance to the Sirhowy Valley Park), continue on the A467 towards Ebbw Vale and Cross Keys, until the sign on the left for West End Abercarn. follow the road as it bends to the right, under the bridge past the Crown Inn. As the main road bends to the right take the road on the left - Islwyn street to the top of the hill then turn sharp left into Pant-y-Resk road. Continue for approximately half a mile, the gate is on the right hand side.

Practicalities - Caerphilly County Borough Council Council Tax Band 'E'
Oil fired heating, with underfloor heating in the Barn
All mains services except sewage - septic tank with appropriate certification
Broad band available.
Antique lights throughout the property are not included in the sale but can be purchased separately.
Viewing is essential to appreciate the property and the land, strictly by appointment only via Parkmans. For further information or to book a viewing please contact Parkmans (Risca) 01495 244444.

Location, Education & Services - Nearest Station
Local Line: Crosskeys
Main Line: Newport

Schools:
Howell's School Llandaff GDST, Cardiff Road, Cardiff CF5 2YD (Girls Only - Day School - Non-denominational)
Cardiff Sixth Form College, 1-3 Trinity Court, 21- 27 Newport Road, Cardiff CF24 0AA (Day / Full Boarding - All Faiths)
Kings Monkton School, 6 West Grive Cardiff CF24 3XL (Day School - Non-denominational)
St John's College, College Green, Newport Road, Cardiff CF3 5YX (Day School - Roman Catholic)
The Cathedral School Llandaff, Cardiff Road CF5 2YH (Day School - Church in Wales)
Rougemont School, Llantarnam Hall, Malpas Road, Newport NP20 6QB (Day School - Non-denominational)
Haberdashers' Monmouth Schools, St Catherine's House, Monmouth NP25 3HG (Boys and Girls taught separately - Day/Full Boarding - Church in Wales)
Westbourne School, Hickman Road, Penarth CF64 2AJ (Day/Full Boarding - all faiths)

Mortgages - see Rightmove
Surrounding Area - See Map - Newport Usk Hereford Cardiff Bristol

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