St. Lawrence Road, Chepstow

This attractive, detached 1920s residence, in more than an acre of mature, level gardens, enjoys a prestigious edge-of-town location, within walking distance of Chepstow's shops and facilities and perfectly positioned for access to the M4 for commuting to Bristol or Cardiff.

A lovely, unspoilt example of the architecture of its era, the 1920s, dormer-style property has a host of original features. This beautiful property presents a unique opportunity for refurbishment and provides tremendous potential for buyers seeking to create a distinctive and characterful home in attractive grounds.

The vendors, having sought professional advice, have identified various possibilities for enhancement which include the creation of contemporary, open plan living space and the addition of a fifth bedroom. Whilst planning permission has not yet been sought, indicative drawings are available for review.

The property currently offers around 200 sq m (2147) sq ft of accommodation, set out over two floors, with four bedrooms, three reception rooms and a ground floor study ideal for those working full or part time from home. Outside, there are three useful outbuildings and a detached single garage with an attached cart shed-style carport. The extensive grounds provide a wonderful setting for the house or could provide potential for development. Architectural drawings show that, subject to planning, there would be space to build two independent dwellings with a shared driveway sweeping to the side of the existing house.

Gwen Halden is set well back from St Lawrence Road, in a sought-after neighbourhood on the edge of the market town of Chepstow, the historic gateway to Wales, where there are schools, leisure facilities, a range of independent shops, cafes and restaurants, supermarkets and an M&S Foodhall. Whilst convenient to the town and all that it offers, the property it is also close to the beautiful Wye Valley, so ideally located for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, stunning scenery and wildlife. For commuters or those seeking some city life, there is direct access to the Severn Bridge and to the motorway network, bringing Bristol, Newport and Cardiff within easy reach. There are regular trains to London from Newport and Bristol Parkway and international flights from Bristol and Cardiff airports.

Over the years this charming property has been a much loved family home and it retains a host of lovely period features. However, the decor is now dated and the house is in need of modernisation and upgrading, although it has the benefit of recently installed central heating.

The front door, set centrally in the attractive, symmetrical facade, opens from a paved courtyard to a reception hallway, from which an eight-panel glass door leads through to a charming living room, with a feature ceiling beam, decorative wood panelling and a pretty, period, brick-built fireplace.

An arched doorway to the side of the fireplace leads to a dining room, which also features a brick fireplace. The room is flooded with natural light from a large bay window overlooking the front garden.

From the rear of the dining room there is a door to the kitchen, which has a quarry tiled floor. There is a walk-in pantry and a large storage cupboard to one side of the kitchen. There is a door to the back garden and another doorway leading through to the living room.

Off the living room there is a door to an inner hallway which leads to a study, with a window to the front elevation and to a spacious living room, which has a bay window that also overlooks the front of the house. This room features a fireplace, alcove shelving and a French door to the side gardens.

From the inner hallway, a handsome period staircase leads up to the first floor landing, off which there are four double bedrooms. Three of these rooms share a bathroom and separate WC which are located off the hallway on the ground floor. The main bedroom benefits from an ensuite bathroom.

Outside - The house is set well back from the road and screened by established trees and mature hedging. It is approached over a driveway that could easily be relandscaped to create more parking and turning space without detriment to the delightful gardens.

The level, lawned gardens which surround the property are formally laid out and feature mature trees and shrubs, offering a good degree of privacy. At the rear of the house there is a large orchard, suitable for a tennis court if one were required. This area also has potential for development.

Alongside the house there is a detached single garage with an attached open fronted cart-shed style carport. Three outbuildings provide useful storage space.

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