5 bed detached house for sale

Llanvair Discoed, Chepstow, Monmouthshire NP16

The Court House is a glorious, flexible, family home of great presence and significance, situated in a central village location, with no onward chain. Set in approximately 3/4 acre of grounds, it comprises five bedrooms, three bathrooms, three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room centred around an aga, separate utility room, shower room/cloakroom, walk in larder and a large, flexible boot room/study.

Outside, set within a large walled garden, there is a stone-built double garage plus further, ample parking, a workshop and an old wash house (both ripe for refurbishment), terraces and beautifully presented gardens adorned with mature trees, shrubs and flowering plants.

Constructed in the early seventeenth century and previously owned by the historically significant Kemeys family, the Court House name refers to its function as a manorial court for keeping records of farm tenancies, collecting rents and holding 'Courts Baron' on tenants' behaviour. The 'village pound' still sits within the grounds. There is a tablet set into the front porch written in ancient Welsh dated 1635 which is believed to mean “though I am of stone, I remain subject to the law”.

The beautifully proportioned, bright reception rooms are accented by high ceilings, large south facing windows and fireplaces served by wood burners. The flexible study/boot room at the rear is sandwiched between the kitchen and workshop; the latter currently only accessible from the outside. Planning was previously obtained to reconfigure this space to incorporate the workshop into the house. The features of high ceilings and large south facing windows are replicated in the principal first floor bedrooms and the bedroom at the rear of the house has not only a large vaulted ceiling but also a door leading to stairs into the garden.

The large second floor bedrooms appear to mirror each other and enjoy high vaulted ceilings and would lend themselves to the addition of a further bathroom (subject to necessary consents). Blessed with two staircases, this stunning residence also lends itself to sub-division for multi generational living.

Llanvair Discoed, referenced in the Domesday book, still offers what our villages used to be and what many others strive to be. The site of a 12th century castle and bordered by the ancient woodlands of Wentwood Forest, it is a beautiful, easily accessible setting served by a wonderful public house, the beautiful St Mary's church, after which the village is named and a small, village farm shop selling local produce. The village offers direct access to stunning country and woodland walks, is home to a vibrant, active community hosting a number of events throughout the year and is served by good local and private schools, including Rougemont and Dean Close St John's.

Llanvair Discoed's excellent connectivity belies its idyllic rural setting. It is just 5 miles from Severn Tunnel Junction mainline train station with sub 30 minute fast trains to Bristol and Cardiff and only 6 miles from junction 23a of the M4.

Directions
From Junction 24 of the M4 signposted Celtic Manor Golf Resort, follow the A48 East. After 6/7 miles, there are two left turns signposted to Trewen, take the second one. Follow this lane all the way into the village up to the T junction. The Court House can be found on the right hand side. From Highbeech Roundabout at Chepstow, follow the A48 West for 7 miles and take the right turn signposted Llanvair Discoed. Follow this lane all the way into the village up to the T junction. The Court House can be found on the right hand side.