Carmarthenshire Properties - House for Sale - up to 130,000 

An imposing most conveniently situated traditionally built (1932) double fronted DETACHED FAMILY RESIDENCE affording deceptively large light and airy 4 BEDROOMED/3 RECEPTION ROOMED ACCOMMODATION of charm and character influenced by the Art Deco period that has been substantially refurbished since 2001 by the Vendors situate enjoying views over St Clears and the surrounding countryside enjoying a sunny south westerly aspect set slightly back off the A40 trunk road approximately 1 mile of the town of St Clears some 8 miles west of the County and Market town of Carmarthen. The property enjoying ease of access to the ancient estuarial township of Laugharne, extensive sandy beach at Pendine, holiday resort centres of Tenby and Saundersfoot and the many beautiful varied beaches of the Pembrokeshire Coastline.

CANOPIED/PILLARED ENTRANCE PORCH, ENTRANCE HALL, RECEPTION HALL 17’9 x 8’2, DRAWING ROOM 21’ x 13’7, BEAUTIFUL WOOD PANELLED DINING ROOM 15’8 x 13’4, REAR HALL, CLOAKROOM, SITTING ROOM, SPLENDID FITTED KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 20’ x 14’ overall, WALK-IN PANTRY, REAR ENCLOSED ENTRANCE PORCH, GALLERIED LANDING, RAILED BALCONY, 2 EN SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOMS, FAMILY BATHROOM, 3 BEDROOMS (of double proportions), REAR LANDING, FITTED AIRING/LINEN CUPBOARD, ATTIC ROOM/BEDROOM 4 19’ x 17’10 with store room off.  4 WC’s.  Established gardens that are mainly laid to lawn and incorporate a tarmacadamed entrance drive that sweeps past the residence to the garage facility at rear and which are interspersed/bounded by numerous mature trees/shrubs. GARAGE 23’ in length. Garden store room. LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM. The garage facility at rear affords scope for conversion to a granny annexe etc if so desired subject to the necessary consents being obtained.

Applicants should note that the residence has been sympathetically and tastefully refurbished to a high standard with many of the original character features having been retained.

The Vendors have extensively researched the background to the naming of the property and applicants may be interested to note that the property was originally built by Mr William Harries who first brought electricity to St. Clears and who had previously honeymooned on the S.S. Montclare and on learning that the S.S. Montrose (a sister ship of the S.S. Montclare both of the Canadian Pacific Line) was being broken up he purchased the oak panelling, cupboards and drawers reputedly from the Captain’s Cabin on the ship to install as the Dining Room at Montclare.

There is photographic evidence of the drawing room aboard the S.S. Montrose showing extensive use of the same oak panelling as in the dining room of Montclare and the oak carvings beneath the wall lights and in the panelling above the fireplace in the drawing room incorporate a small ship’s wheel which are also believed to be from the Captain’s Cabin as they are incorporated in the original panelling.

The residence is traditionally built having many Art Deco influences including a Mackintosh style designed Art Deco inglenook fireplace together with Art Deco Mackintosh inspired covings to the drawing room, galleried landing and 2 front bedrooms and it should be noted that solid oak was used extensively throughout the residence.

The refurbishment of the residence allows for scope for discerning purchasers to provide Bed and Breakfast accommodation if so desired and subject to the necessary consents being obtained.

The accommodation has the benefit of: -

OIL CENTRAL HEATING with thermostatically controlled radiators.

PVCu/SECONDARY GLAZED WINDOWS.

9’11 CEILING HEIGHTS to the ground floor.

ALL ORIGINAL DOORS/FRAMED OAK PANELLED/GLAZED.

THE FITTED CARPETS ARE INCLUDED.

OAK DOOR REVEALS.

BRASS/CHROME EFFECT LIGHT SWITCHES/POWER POINTS.

MANY ORIGINAL CHARACTER FEATURES INCLUDING OAK STAIRCASE, OAK SKIRTING'S, ARCHITRAVES, PICTURE RAILS, OAK STRIP FLOORS, PANELLED WALLS, COVINGS ETC.

The vendors have substantially refurbished the property since 2001 to include: -

CONVERTING THE MAIDS PARLOUR AND KITCHENETTE INTO ONE LARGE KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM.

MAIDS BELL/CALL SYSTEM REFURBISHED.

PROVISION OF NEW WINDOWS.

PROVISION OF EN SUITE FACILITIES.

NEW CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM.

ENCLOSING THE REAR ENTRANCE PORCH.

NEW PLUMBING SYSTEM.

UPDATING/OVERHAUL OF THE ELECTRICAL WIRING SYSTEM.

LANDSCAPING OF THE GARDEN ETC.

COMPLETELY DECORATED IN THE LAST 3 YEARS.

The accommodation comprises with approximate measurements:

CANOPIED/PILLARED ENTRANCE PORCH

ENTRANCE HALL with 2 power points. Single glazed aluminium entrance door having double glazed side screens to either side with leaded effect lights. Ceramic tiled floor. Part glazed oak double doors to

RECEPTION HALL 17’9 x 8’2 with oak strip floor. Oak picture rail. Oak staircase to first floor. Main smoke detector. Art Deco style radiator. Cloaks area off with radiator and understairs storage cupboard off. Part glazed oak panelled doors to the dining room, inner hall and

DRAWING ROOM 20’11 x 13’7 plus Mackintosh style designed Art Deco inglenook fireplace having 2 secondary glazed windows and a log effect L.P gas stove. Oak strip floor. Secondary glazed leaded effect window. 2 radiators. Picture rail. 2 ceiling roses. 8 power points. TV point. Feature Art Deco coving. Provision for Maid’s bell.

BEAUTIFUL DINING ROOM 15’8 x 13’4 with  secondary single glazed original hardwood leaded window. Feature period radiator. Historic oak panelling, cupboards and drawers reputedly taken from the Captain’s Cabin of the S.S. Montrose together with a feature fireplace. The oak dining room table and chairs/furniture are available by separate negotiation. Provision for Maid’s bell.

REAR HALL with red quarry tiled floor. Radiator. Telephone point. Smoke detector. Part opaque glazed door to rear enclosed entrance porch. Oak panelled doors to kitchen, sitting room and

CLOAKROOM with oak panelled door. Fully tiled Spanish ‘Porcelanosa’ wall tiles. Porcelain tiled floor – all in black and white Art Deco style. Extractor fan. Radiator. 2 piece suite comprising wash hand basin and WC. Single glazed window.

SITTING ROOM 12’11 x 9’10 with feature ‘Adam’ style fireplace having a marble effect hearth. Secondary glazed window with leaded lights. Radiator. Picture rail.

SPLENDID FITTED KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING ROOM 20’3 x 14’2 overall with ceramic tiled floor. Double aspect. 3 PVCu double glazed windows (2 picture). Recessed downlighters to smooth skimmed ceiling. 2 radiators. Maids call bell. Granite worktops, window cills and splashbacks. Superb range of buttermilk painted distressed oak base and eye level ‘Hardy inside’ kitchen units taken from the ‘Hermitage Collection’ designed in the ‘pure tradition of kitchen furniture’ as seen in the ‘Massif Centrale region of France’ with all handles and hinges left out in the rain to rust for authenticity incorporating a Franke beach undermount range to include a dual pop up waste assembly, lock in bowl, colander, measuring bowl, food preparation platter and grill all bringing new functionality to the sink area having ‘Perrin & Rowe Picardie chrome monoblock’ and rinse hose, granite work surfaces, glazed/leaded effect dresser unit, integrated fridge and dishwasher. The dual fuel L.P gas/electric cooking range is negotiable. The corner oak seating, breakfast table and 3 chairs are similarly negotiable. Feature overmantle to former fireplace. Door to rear porch. WALK-IN PANTRY with folding door.

REAR ENTRANCE PORCH PVCu double glazed with a PVCu double glazed door to rear. Ceramic tiled floor.

FIRST FLOOR – 8’7 ceiling heights – oak panelled doors to first floor rooms

GALLERIED LANDING 21’4 x 12’3 overall with 2 radiators. Art Deco Mackintosh inspired coving. Secondary glazed leaded effect oak door and side screen to

RAILED BALCONY with external power point.

MASTER BEDROOM 1 14’9 extending to 16’8 x 14’ with radiator. Single glazed leaded effect picture window with views. Picture rail. Art Deco Mackintosh inspired coving. Fitted wardrobe with walnut door and side panel to one side of feature Art Deco style dressing table with fitted mirror over. Provision for maids call bell.

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM with porcelain tiled floor and Spanish ‘Porcelanosa’ tiled walls finished in black and white Art Deco style. Recessed downlighters to smooth skimmed ceiling. 2 piece suite in white comprising wash hand basin and WC. 2 fitted bathroom cupboards/furniture having granite work surface. Towel warmer ladder radiator. Shaver point. Extractor fan. 4’10 wide shower enclosure with plumbed in shower over and sliding shower door.

FRONT BEDROOM 2 16’4 x 13’10 overall slightly ‘L’ shaped with Art Deco Mackintosh inspired coving. Radiator. Secondary glazed leaded picture window with views over the Cynin river valley and St Clears. Double aspect. PVCu double glazed window with rural views. Feature fitted oak Art Deco style dressing table with fitted cupboards and mirror. Provision for maids call bell.

FAMILY BATHROOM 9’9 x 8’8 with part tiled walls. PVCu double glazed leaded effect window with rural views. 3 piece coloured suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. Towel warmer ladder radiator. Tiled shower enclosure with electric shower over.

REAR BEDROOM 3 14’3 x 13’4 ‘L’ shaped with radiator. Secondary glazed window with leaded effect lights. Feature alcove with spot lighting. Maids call bell. Radiator. Archway to

EN SUITE BATHROOM 8’2 x 6’4 with secondary glazed window with leaded lights. Extractor fan. Towel warmer ladder radiator. Part tiled walls. 3 piece coloured suite comprising WC, corner bath with electric shower over, curtain and rail together with a wash hand basin with fitted cupboard beneath. Shaver point.

REAR LANDING with T&G cedar wood boarded FITTED WALL TO WALL/FLOOR TO CEILING AIRING/LINEN CUPBOARD having sliding doors incorporating the unvented pressurised hot water system. Secondary glazed window with leaded lights.

SECOND FLOOR

ATTIC ROOM/BEDROOM 4 19’ x 17’10 overall ‘L’ shaped with feature T&G boarded vaulted cathedral style ceiling. Double glazed velux window. Radiator. TV point. Door to storage area off. Door to

ATTIC ROOM No 2 19’6 min x 10’5 min.

EXTERNALLY

The residence is approached via a tree lined tarmacadamed entrance drive that sweeps past the residence to the garage facility at rear and provides ample private car parking. The residence occupies mainly lawned gardens that incorporate natural stone walled flowerbeds, lawned areas to the front and side, orchard with apples, pears and plum trees, 2 ornamental Ponds, ornamental trees/shrubs and the gardens are interspersed/bounded with a variety of mature trees affording a good degree of privacy.

Situated to the rear of the residence lies a cavity brick built ‘L’ shaped RANGE OF BUILDINGS that comprise: -

LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM 9’9 x 12’6 overall slightly ‘L’ shaped with triple aspect. Part tiled walls. Range of fitted base and eye level kitchen units incorporating a sink unit. Plumbing for washing machine. L.P gas boiler and convector heater.

SEPARATE WC

GARDEN STORE ROOM 9’9 x 6’ average with window and fitted shelving.

GARAGE 23’4 x 9’9 with up and over garage door. Window to rear. Personal door.

OIL AND L.P. GAS STORAGE TANKS.

HOME INFORMATION PACK:- ‘Bone-Fide’ applicants may view an electronic copy of the Home Information Pack in respect of this property and upon written request a hard copy of the H.I.P. can be provided at a charge of £25.00 plus VAT.

SERVICES: - Mains electricity, water and drainage. Telephone subject to B.T Regs.

COUNCIL TAX: – BAND F
2009/10 = £1,600.61p (oral enquiry only)

LOCAL AUTHORITY: - Carmarthenshire County Council County Hall Carmarthen.

AGENTS NOTE: - None of the services or appliances, heating, plumbing or electrical installations mentioned in these sales particulars have been tested by the Selling Agent. Photographs and/or any floor layout plans used on these particulars are FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY and may depict items, which are not for sale or included in the sale of the property.

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