8 bed detached house for sale

Llanwysg House, Llanwysg, Crickhowell, Powys NP8

Quote Reference GP608630 - Approached through private, secure electric gates and via a long, sweeping driveway, this private yet commanding oasis will take your breath away.

This splendid property, listed as Grade II*, dates back to the late 1700s when John Nash built it for Admiral Gell, a close friend of Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton, who are believed to have visited in 1802.

The house boasts exceptional interiors and a host of period features, including high ceilings with decorative coving and plasterwork, panelled doors, and shuttered windows. It was remodelled circa 1850s, which included the addition of an Italianate-style front conservatory porch.

This vast home's principal rooms are on the ground and first floors, with a former servant's accommodation on the second floor. A lower ground floor provides storage, boiler, and utility rooms, along with the possibility of a self-contained apartment or office suite, or to be designed with your preference in mind.

Llanwysg House occupies circa 2.5 acres (subject to confirmation), including the long, sweeping driveway approached through level lawn gardens, well-stocked mature shrub beds, and a private woodland with annual and perennial flowers and an abundance of bluebells set amongst the original estate icehouse structure.

This inspiring property is within walking distance of the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal, featuring an established towpath that is perfect for walking or cycling, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and peaceful surroundings.

The property is located one mile from the High Street of Crickhowell's highly regarded market town, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is also within 6 miles of the market town of Abergavenny and has excellent communication, road and rail networks linking to Cardiff and Bristol.

Location

Crickhowell is a thriving community situated on the River Usk, in the southern part of the Black Mountains and the eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. This historic town is a popular tourist destination, and the town centre has a tourist information centre. It is enjoyed by many tourists visiting the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities, including mountain biking, camping, hill walking, rock climbing, fly fishing, hang gliding, or caravanning. They can also explore the area by car. If you're in the area in mid-August, you can attend the Green Man Festival, which takes place annually at the nearby GlanuskPark. Crickhowell has two schools, Crickhowell Community Primary School and Crickhowell Comprehensive School.

Agents Notes

If a buyer wishes to explore this option further, they can also purchase The Coach House in conjunction with Llanwysg House. (Ask the agent for more details.)

Services

I have been made aware that the properties are connected to main electricity, water, septic tank, and oil central heating.

Mobile and Internet services are available.

Note: The photos include a mix of recent images and five-year-old photos.

Directions

Follow through Crickhowell as you head towards Brecon. Turn left at the Petrol Station and continue until you reach the traffic lights. Turn right after you've passed over the Crickhowell Bridge and Llanwysg, and The Coach House can be located approximately 1/2 mile on your right-hand side.