Abbeycwmhir, Rhayader, Powys, LD1

Property Description

284sq metre 4 bedroom detached property, nestled in just under 1 acre of grounds with holiday lodge and additional planning.

Property Details

Hawks Rise, Rhayader is a unique 284sq metres Energy efficient Larch clad 4+ bedroom property in the pretty rural location of Powys in mid Wales nestled in just under an acre. This new build includes the latest technology for cost effective living, sympathetically designed and built to reflect the local area.

Situated on Glyndwr’s Way, a mile from the hamlet of Abbeycwmhir. This is the resting place of the last Welsh native Prince, “Llewelyn–AB–Lorwerth” of Gwynedd within the 12th Century Cistercian Monks’ abbey ruins. The peaceful and tranquil setting will recharge your batteries being surrounded by miles of beautiful pine forests, bridleways and walks. Abundance of wildlife includes Kites, Woodpeckers, Hawks and Deer. Being centrally situated between Llandrindod Wells -11 miles, Rhayader - 7 miles and Newtown-17 miles this quiet location is ideal for peace but near enough to shopping and leisure.

To London 3 hours 12 minutes by train. (Newtown station 20 minutes by car).

Winter road gritting giving all year access. 4G Fibre Optic Broadband.

Approach to the property is off a quiet country lane, dappled with wildflowers and bluebells in spring, through double timber gates.
PLOT No 2:
is on the right which includes planning permission for a second holiday let, includes sewerage, electric and water. In addition, a 20 x 40ft double door garage, able to park up to 6 cars with mechanics inspection pit, electrics and water. Adjacent is an established wildlife pond.

Wildlife Pond: 8m x 4m, including Water Lilies/ Iris and pond Buttercups. Pond skippers, frogs, Damsel and Dragon flies. Several Feeding stations attract a wonderful variety of birds.

DRIVEWAY. On the left of the cream marine stone laid drive, a 2,000 litres LPG tank and a patio area, with electric point for a secondary entertaining/ summer house. This is surrounded by a young orchard of 22+ fruit trees with a large area laid to lawn including a plethora of shrubs, variegated trees, and palms. Fruit trees include baking and eating apples, pears, plums, greengage, quince, cherries, walnuts, and hazelnut.
LODGE. (Existing refurbished old forestry lodge) On the right a play area is adjacent to parking for Cwmysgawen Lodge. A recently refurbished forestry property that is clad in local pressurised Larch, with potential for a one-bedroom holiday let. Including, double bedroom, shower room, open plan kitchen, with French doors to marine stoned coffee/BBQ area at the rear and 20 amp supply ready for Hot Tub installation. The lodge has a modern storage heater system with an electric wood effect burner and is extremely cosy. Water tap to rear. Ideal as a ‘granny annexe’ or holiday let.
MAIN PROPERTY- designed and built by the present owners to a high specification with local tradesmen and materials.
Argon Gas- (triple equivalent) windows:
the property stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter. > Sage grey frames.

On approach to the new build, there is a large turning space and parking for several vehicles plus potential for a triple Oak garage/ stable or woodstore to be built. Hybrid charging point on the front of the building and a hot and cold-water taps.
A quality long life composite pathway run around the house on three sides to a protected seating area off the kitchen.

PORCH
Twin Oak beamed porch entrance. Indian stone tiled seating area runs parallel from the porch along the front of the lodge allowing disabled access> brings you into a fabulous open plan kitchen family area of 20ft x 25ft.

OPEN PLAN LIVING ZONE.
On the left side of the room a bespoke Oak L shape ‘Milton’ frame kitchen with ‘partridge grey; frontage and Lancaster oak back panels. ‘Bianco’ ‘Drift’ Caesar- Stone quartz worktops complete the design. Bespoke under unit lighting and a large double Belfast sink with a chrome tap completes the style. In the centre of the room a unique ‘Bianco’ Antique granite island that originated from one of the Greek Islands adjoining a vertical beam with electric sockets and TV point. A large seasoned 15-year-old Oak beam runs horizontally across the kitchen ceiling. To the left, a separate drinks area and cold water tap with a beautifully shaped stone sink, dishwasher and under unit fridge bring a useful addition near to the large patio doors leading onto an outside area that would be ideal for entertaining. The kitchen design incorporates space for a range cooker with a dual LPG and electric supply.
Cornish manufactured non-slip floor tiles in neutral shades, compliment the design with top of the range ‘Eco-therm’ underfloor insulation with individual room heating by a controlled unit system in the utility room. There is a specialized screed to protect tiling.
Top of the range energy saving spotlights are sprinkled throughout the property with individual lighting zones, depending on lighting taste to complement the mood, giving up to 10 years of life. Oak internal doors and chrome fittings throughout.

In addition, the latest fire protection sprinkler system is throughout the property meeting new standards, with special reference to the fire-retardant wool insulation. High spec materials being used throughout the build.

DECKING AREA: 6x4 m offers alfresco dining with access to all points of the garden. Made with Hi -Spec composite decking that continues around three sides of the property. Water tap and electric points and outside lighting on decking area.

UTILITY ROOM
French Blue units, white sparkly Corian work tops and a deep single Belfast sink create crisp clean lines. Tiled walls, stable door and space for washer/dryer and broom cupboard. Individual underfloor heating control unit for the downstairs. Tiled floor. Wall airer.

SNUG
Lovely dual aspect windows for this large but cosy snug. Ideal for coffee /family entertainment. Great views of the garden and countryside beyond. An Italian free-standing charcoal grey 20Kw multifuel burner with back boiler set on a Welsh slate base, is situated across one corner. Underfloor heating with a specialized screed to enable Karndean or wood flooring to be laid.

LINEN STORE
The under-stair Linen store has a dual purpose to store bedding etc; benefiting by the underfloor heating. In place is a Canadian style integral hoover system ‘Pod’. This clever piece of equipment is built into the walls enabling just one socket upstairs and one downstairs. The hose extends to 10 metres which stores on a frame. No more pushing heavy equipment around. Easy cleaning as the ‘Pod’ only needs to be emptied 3-6 monthly.
LINEN STORE
The under-stair Linen store has a dual purpose to store bedding etc; benefiting by the underfloor heating. In place is a Canadian style integral hoover system ‘Pod’. This clever piece of equipment is built into the walls enabling just one socket upstairs and one downstairs. The hose extends to 10 metres which stores on a frame. No more pushing heavy equipment around. Easy cleaning as the ‘Pod’ only needs to be emptied 3-6 monthly.

WETROOM
Approached straight ahead beyond the stairs is a wide door wet room with walk in shower. Dual rain shower head, space enough for wheelchair access and turning. Heated independent towel rail. Touch screen mirror. German design easy clean resin wall hanging sink and wall furniture. Integral toilet. Shaver point. Designer ‘Burdock’ frosted glass window. Electronic dual door lock to bedroom 1 and hallway. Underfloor heating.

BEDROOM 1. Double En-suite. (ground floor)
Utilising the downstairs Wet room is the 1st bedroom. Electronic door locks enable privacy if the bathroom is being used. The room has French doors to the garden and separate window with forest views. Broadband and USB ports are on both sides of bed. TV point. Underfloor heating.

BEDROOM 2/ Study. Double. (ground floor)
Across the hallway from bedroom 1, bedroom 2 provides a sunny aspect overlooking the Cwmysgawen Common and forests beyond. Broadband and USB ports on both sides of the bed. TV point. Underfloor heating.

STAIRWAY
On entrance, to the right is a specially designed Pine turned staircase with a lower tread for ease of access. Large window on right.
LANDING. Elevated ceiling. Designer ‘Burdock’ glass sheet panel to large, elevated lounge. Wall radiator. 8ft crystal pendant light fitting and crystal spotlights..

MAIN LOUNGE/ Bedroom Suite.
Elevated ceiling with wood beams that run the entire length with 2 aviator style wood and steel fans. Large 18Kw Italian multifuel wood burner stove of charcoal grey stands on a multi patterned granite slab. Surrounding the wood burner is locally sourced Welsh oak fireplace. The room has windows either side of the fireplace with another window on the opposite elevation to allow the morning sunshine to filter through. Wall mounted TV point. USB port / broadband. And multiple electric sockets. Large patio doors lead to an all-weather garden room with lighting and water feature.
*The lounge also has the added potential to easily incorporate an extra 1-2 rooms/ office and a mezzanine level as a matter of choice.

BALCONY. Fully fitted with a grey ceramic tiled floor. Within a cupboard an LPG Worcester Eco boiler that supplies the central heating system throughout. This system allows solar panel connection. Large glass windows and a tilt door to a Juliet balcony rail, complete this amazing room with fantastic views of the rolling hills that can be enjoyed in all seasons. Wall radiator.

MAIN BATHROOM
Beautiful central large oval bespoke bath with a free sanding waterfall tap. Toilet and bidet to the left. To the right an independent heated towel rail and 2 ‘Tulip’ designer individual sinks with shaver points and lighting above. To the left, a large walk-in shower with an overhead rain style head, incorporating LED lighting. Window of ‘Burdock’ frosted glass. En-suite to Master bedroom. Crystal chandelier. Electronic dual door lock to master bedroom.

MASTER BEDROOM- Super-King.
Ample space for a large bed and leisure furniture. French doors with a Juliet balcony rail. Dual windows either side of bed allowing filtered morning sun. Broadband and USB ports.TV point. Electronic dual door lock into the en-suite and landing area for added privacy. Wall radiator.
Adjoining the Master bedroom:

This room can be used as a dressing room, nursery/ storage, or as a study. Window with forest views. Radiator, electrical unit for additional use in the future.
MASTER BEDROOM- Super-King.
Ample space for a large bed and leisure furniture. French doors with a Juliet balcony rail. Dual windows either side of bed allowing filtered morning sun. Broadband and USB ports.TV point. Electronic dual door lock into the en-suite and landing area for added privacy. Wall radiator.

Adjoining the Master bedroom:

This room can be used as a dressing room, nursery/ storage, or as a study. Window with forest views. Radiator, electrical unit for additional use in the future.

EXTERNAL
Marine stone walkway surrounds the main property and lodges.
Adjacent to the property, many ornamental and variegated trees, including young Acers and specialist trees have been planted. This has been designed for easy maintenance and gardening ability. There is a lovely treelined glade with a large central shrubbery and steps leading up to the greenhouse area and private steps leading down to the road (Glyndwr’s Way), for easy access to the local forest, and a pretty valley walk- Watery Lane - that has a stream in forest surroundings. The road is also popular with cyclists being on the Radnor Cycle Route.

Large Professional Greenhouse.
20ft x 10ft 6. Twin glass doors into seedling area with twin lower air vents and 2 automatic roof vents. Belfast sink with water supply and electrics. Twin glass doors lead into a large greenhouse with 2 lower louvre vents and 4 automatic roof vents. Electrics. In situ: 3 grape vines, 2 wine 1 eating and a Fig tree.
Outside rainwater butts. Gooseberries, blackcurrants, white currents, redcurrants, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries. All planted and easy to manage.

Potting Shed. 12ft x 5ft with Window. Fully fitted shelving, tool hooks and electric supply. At the rear: storage space for pots etc.

Summer House. 7ft x 5ft. Double doors. Great for stacking outdoor furniture and cushions etc.

Walkway to rear. A gentle grass incline, boarders the back perimeter. This includes 18 solar panels that cover two properties. The land overlooks fields of sheep and lambs in the spring. It’s a lovely seating area to have a coffee and watch the world go by.

*All 4 perimeter fences are owned by Hawks Rise.
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