3 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Substantial Rural Cottage
- Picturesque Grounds Of Around 1 Acre
- 3/4 Double Bedrooms
- 3 Large Receptions
- Idyllic & Peaceful Setting
- Character Features Within & Out
The property, built in the 1800s and beautifully maintained and updated through the years, boasts 3 double bedrooms, a lounge, a library/study, kitchen, adjoining dining room with an overlooking first floor gallery, two bathrooms as well as a utility, storage cupboards and entrance hall. Externally, the property benefits from just under an acre of beautifully curated land, with deciduous trees, flora, a large stone-build shed, a large gravel driveway, a wood store and a patio terrace covering the South elevation of the property - ensuring continuous sunshine throughout the day.
This property is stunning both inside and out, and has a great deal to offer to a range of potential buyers. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the space both inside and out, as well as the idyllic setting in which the property is based.
The property is based on the outskirts of the picturesque village of The Rhos, and is a stone's throw away from the renowned Picton Castle with its beautiful grounds, restaurant and visitors' centre. Just a short 4 mile drive from the County Town of Haverfordwest, with such amenities as a General Hospital, Primary and Secondary Schools, Shops and Restaurants. A short drive beyond would take you to Pembrokeshire's greatest asset; the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, with its beaches, coastal walks and seaside villages. This property presents a great opportunity for peaceful, country life.
From Haverfordwest, take the A40 Eastbound for approximately 3 miles, turning right at the signpost for Picton Castle. Follow the signs for Picton Castle, continuing for approx. 100 yards after the Picton Castle entrance, Picton Cottage will be on your right-hand side.
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Rooms
Entrance Porch
Accessed from the driveway, a solid wooden front door gives access to the East entrance porch. Comprising rustic tiled flooring, uPVC double-glazed window overlooking the garden, light fitting and access to;
Utility Room 2.78m x 1.48m
Accessed via steps, the property's utility provides a light and handy space, with plumbing and outlets for white goods, rustic tiled floor, light fitting, 2x uPVC double-glazed windows giving views over the garden and handy shelving and hook storage.
Dining Room 4.4m x 4.25m
A substantial dining room, adjoining the kitchen and overlooked by the property's first floor gallery mezzanine.
The main feature of the room is a gorgeous Coalbrookdale Stove, which provides the room with a cosy feel from its warmth and light in the evenings. The stove is set upon a solid stone hearth and has a Welsh oak mantel over. The room is carpeted, with two large uPVC double-glazed bay windows with cushioned seating giving pleasant views over the garden. Above, the property's original A-Frame timbers are exposed to give the room a rustic edge.
The room also features wall and ceiling lighting, with dimmer switch, radiator, phone/internet connections and access to;
Kitchen 4.4m x 3.2m
The Dining Room and Kitchen are part-separated by a kitchen counter bar, composed of solid brick construction with wooden beam supports. The kitchen itself is comprised of a range of wooden base and wall units, with integrated gas hob-top, recessed electric oven/grill, wine storage compartments, pan cupboards, dishwasher void with appropriate plumbing, ceramic sink and drainer with mixer tap.
Hallway
Carpeted hallway, with wall lighting and access to the understairs storage cupboard. Access to;
Lounge 4.32m x 4.18m
A bright and spacious lounge, complemented by high ceilings, light decoration and French grilled uPVC double-glazed doors giving a view over the lambing fields adjacent and beyond.
Also comprising of feature fireplace with Welsh Oak mantelpiece, log burner, stone hearth, carpeted flooring, wall and ceiling lighting and radiator.
Drawing Room 4.18m x 4m
The drawing room of the property could also be utilised as a large fourth bedroom, study or library. The room is front-facing, enjoying a peaceful atmosphere within the house. It is comprised of a carpeted floor, radiator, ceiling lighting, uPVC double glazed bay window with cushioned seating, feature fireplace with china tiling and wood mantel, ceramic wash basin, spacious integral airing cupboard with the property's condensing boiler. The boiler is four years old and under warranty.
Bedroom 3 4.36m x 4.5m
A first floor, front-facing bedroom, benefits from close access to the second entrance porch, and both the bathroom and an adjacent W/C - ideal for guests or limited mobility.
The bedroom is light and spacious, with a uPVC double-glazed window, carpeted flooring, recessed storage cupboards and shelving, light fittings, radiator and access to;
Entrance Porch
The West entrance porch, with front door access, access from Bedroom 3 and access to the W/C.
Briefly comprising of slate flooring, uPVC double-glazed window and light fitting.
W/C
W/C, briefly comprising toilet, corner hand wash basin, bidet, 2 x obscure glass uPVC double-glazed windows, slate flooring, tiled surround walls, shaver plug and light fittings.
Bathroom 4.36m x 3.2m
An exquisite main bathroom suite, with top of the range fixtures and fittings throughout, yet keeping in character with the rest of the cottage.
The bathroom is comprised of the stand-in shower unit, with electric shower system and bi-folding glass panelled door. Also, pedestal ceramic wash basin, close-coupled toilet, ceramic bath with fully tiled surround and shelving. As well as 2x heated towel rails, slate flooring, uPVC double-glazed obscure window, wood beam ceiling divide over bath, loft hatch and lighting above shower, bath and main bathroom area.
Master Bedroom 4.32m x 4.18m
Sizeable first floor master bedroom suite, benefitting from sensational views of adjoining farmland and beyond. Also benefitting from double-glazed skylight with blackout roll-down blind to the ceiling, carpeted flooring, uPVC double-glazed bay window with cushioned seating, as well as TV and telephone points, light fitting and light switch for external property lights.
Bedroom 2 4.18m x 4m
An additional sizeable first floor bedroom suite, also benefitting from sensational views of adjoining farmland and beyond. Also benefitting carpeted flooring, uPVC double-glazed bay window with cushioned seating, recessed storage wardrobes - which also benefit from the heat of the property's relatively new immersion water tank Additionally, TV apoint, light fitting and double-glazed skylight to the ceiling with roll-down blackout blind integrated.
Mezzanine Gallery 4.32m x 1.88m
From the landing, an open entrance way leads to the property's mezzanine gallery, which overlooks the dining room. This is a stunning and rare feature within a property, and provides a light, airy but private space from which to work or relax. Benefitting from carpeted flooring, wooden balustrade, spotlighting, mains power points, telephone point, double-glazed skylight window above and shelving surround.
Externally
The property boasts just under an acre of land, which gently slopes from the property's patio terrace to the bottom hedgerows of the garden.
The property benefits from a gravel driveway, with adequate space for a number of cars, and both an entrance and exit gate.
There is a large stone-build shed, with stone flooring, window, and ample storage both at ground level and in the roof void.
Adjacent to this is the property's stone-build woodstore.
The property's patio terrace extends the entire Southern side of the property; ensuring sunshine on the terrace throughout the day, and accessed via doors from both the kitchen and the lounge.
The majority of the garden is protected from the roadside by hedgerows of Holly and Laurel, with the elevations facing adjacent farmland left with minimalist wire fencing to best enhance the views.
The garden is mainly laid to lawn, which has been exceptionally well manicured and maintained, and dotted with a variety of flora and (truncated)
Additional Information
The tenure of the property is freehold.
The property benefits from mains electricity and water, with oil-central heating, propane for the gas hob and cess pit drainage.
We politely request that viewings are undertaken strictly by appointment with the agents, FBM Haverfordwest.