5 bedroom detached house

Sitting in a rural position within the popular village community of Cross Ash, near Abergavenny, The Old School House is an exciting refurbishment opportunity offering a wealth of extensive and flexible accommodation. The property enjoys superlative setting, within the picturesque, undulating Monmouthshire countryside while enjoying breathtaking views over the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park. The property is currently configured as two distinct sections, the original school house itself and co-joined former Headmasters cottage. As such it affords the opportunity to create either one impressive family home or to create a home suited to multi-generational living and/or one with income potential. At approximately 3,000 square feet, the Old School House offers exceptionally generous six bedroom accommodation which requires updating throughout. The original school house comprises an entrance porch to the front which opens to the central hallway providing access to three double bedrooms, two with en-suite facilities, and one serviced by a separate bathroom. On the ground floor level there is also a kitchen/breakfast room with feature fireplace which also benefits from superb views. The heart of this part of the house is the fabulous first floor, 30' former school hall which acts as the principal living space and includes a wood burning stove. Original features including beams, vaulted ceiling and window detailing remain and this impressive and airy space further benefits from an attached 14' office or further bedroom.From the kitchen there is access to a central lobby which leads to the former Headmasters Cottage (this also benefits from its own separate entrance). The ground floor of this section comprises two reception rooms, a rear hallway with access to a courtyard, kitchen and shower room/utility. Upstairs there are two similarly sized double bedroom with family bathroom. The property is set back off a country lane with driveway to the side and front providing parking for a several vehicles. The driveway leads to a 17' x 15' two storey, detached double garage/workshop with studio space above. It's a particular useful addition to the overall accommodation providing an ideal home working solution or creative space. The large garden extends to the side and rear of the property providing a wealth of further potential for cultivation, while enjoying spectacular views from all areas. The village of Cross Ash is highly sought due its exquisite rural position, as well as its local primary school and the Restaurant 1861, renowned for its fine cuisine. The village enjoys easy access to a range of outdoor pursuits including hill walking along the famous Offa's Dyke pathway and the Monnow Valley walk, pony trekking, and cycling along the national cycle route. For more comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities, Abergavenny and Monmouth are both easily accessible and boast many high street shops and local boutiques as well as restaurants, bistros and cafes. Abergavenny railway station provides services to central London, Cardiff and Bristol via Newport.In summary, The Old School House offers a rare and exciting blend of extensive accommodation, potential and a superb location within a sought after village community, that further benefits from no onward chain.

Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold