* Idyllic country location in elevated position on edge of Wye Valley area
* Mesmerising, uninterrupted panoramic views of Vale of Usk to the horizon
* Three acres of land including garden terrace with views plus a separate annexe
* Substantial living room with doors to garden and luxury kitchen
* Extra reception room with secondary kitchen with potential for a further annexe
* Four double bedrooms with outstanding principal suite that includes a balcony
Located in an elevated position above the glorious Monmouthshire countryside
and on the edge of the Wye Valley, this truly stunning home offers an idyllic
rural lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking, panoramic views of the Vale of
Usk.
At the end of a small country lane, behind electric gates and at the end of a
sweeping driveway the substantial four - bedroom home called Twyn Gorse promises
peace and privacy, enveloped within three acres of land.
The perfectly placed property at the brow of a hill maximises the incredible
panoramic view that extends for miles across the landscape to the horizon, and
from the vast garden terrace the vista across the county is exceptional.
When the current owners spent two years updating and remodelling the property
into a remarkable home, they optimised the connection to the view from the
house by adding a sizeable first floor balcony as the front row seat to feel
totally immersed in the landscape.
Outside, the property can boast a separate annexe ideal for multi - generational
living onsite, plus a double garage, carport and an outbuilding ripe for
conversion.
Inside, the remodelling of the 1950s abode into a luxury, contemporary abode
has created an outstanding open - plan living space in a broken - plan layout
across the whole of the main ground floor.
A single - storey extension sweeps to the side and offers a utility room and
sizeable family room with a door to a second kitchen, opening up the
possibility of creating an annexe or the most wonderful for games rooms with a
very short journey to top up the snacks.
Upstairs there are four double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom suite
impressing with a dressing area with seating, a high - end ensuite with massive
shower plus the balcony that boasts the most incredible place to relax
accompanied by the panoramic views.
The house might be off a tiny country lane, high on a hill but it is also
well - connected to the thriving and friendly village of Llanishen which offers
a pub and a village hall as the centres of the community, as well as access
onto the B4293.
This is a direct route to Monmouth which is only about seven miles away and
offers an impressive array of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants as well as
amenities and facilities. The town can also offer some of the best schools in
the area, although nearby Trelleck has a primary school closer to home.
To the west is the popular and pretty town of Usk, once voted the best place
to live in Wales, and the main road through Llanishen also heads south to
Chepstow which can offer a mainline railway station and the M48 linking to the
M4 and M5 for journeys further afield.
Being on the doorstep of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
means a myriad of ways to make lasting memories within the stunning landscape,
from hiking and biking to woodland walks and water - based sports, the only
challenge is trying to choose what to try first.
**Step inside** \ - Step inside this very impressive home and it immediately
embraces you with light and space via a double - height hall that includes a
galleried landing and stunning chandelier cascading down the stairwell.
It's an entrance of grandeur yet is welcoming and inviting, enticing you to
explore further by revealing glimpses and views of the substantial ground
floor spaces via large, open doorways.
To the left is the impressive living room which is probably going to win the
battle of drawing you inside first, in part due to the mesmerising, panoramic
view that the space fully embraces via two sets of massive glass sliding
doors.
It's a living room that has been created for social gatherings with family and
friends, and lots of them too, as the vast space happily welcomes multiple
sofas. Sinking into a bank of cushions, it's not hard to relax and thoroughly
enjoy time spent being truly hypnotised by the rural vista as well as the
scintillating company.
When the temperature rises, the glass doors become the heroes of the space,
gently sliding open to create effortless indoor outdoor wandering while
allowing refreshing breezes to waft in and cool the space.
The living room seamlessly flows into the kitchen space that is another area
designed to draw people together, offering them a special place to comfortably
linger and chat with the cook whilst sitting at the integrated breakfast bar
at one end of the vast kitchen island.
The high - end, well - equipped contemporary kitchen is a cook's dream, boasting
two ovens, hob, a vegetable sink, granite work surfaces and a large wine
cooler as just some of the highlights to please and impress.
At the end of the kitchen the connected reception space flows into a dining
area around the corner, a more formal area with a more intimate atmosphere.
This sunny and pleasant space is perfectly designed to host dinner parties and
enjoy family meals and can boast its own direct flow to the garden via a set
of French doors that offer a beautifully framed view of the garden.
Taking down walls within this period property has been a triumph; joining all
the rooms into one connected space for perfect flow both physically and
visually and yet cleverly zoning the spaces so they each have a function and
atmosphere.
But the house has not finished with revealing accommodation to impress on the
ground floor just yet. Via a door at the end of the kitchen a utility room is
waiting to assist you with a sizeable, practical space and is joined by a
cloakroom and duo of storage cupboards.
There's a door at the end of this section of the home that opens into a
surprise second kitchen and then a substantial room that boasts a wall of
bifold doors that open to the garden, as well as framing the seemingly never -
ending view.
This bonus single - storey addition to the side of the house could be used as a
games room and party space, or a quieter and separate reception room, or
because it has its own external door at the rear of the house it could even be
a contender to become an annexe.
Upstairs, via the charming central galleried landing, four sumptuous and very
spacious bedrooms await, with the principal able to boast an ensuite worthy of
a five - star hotel and a joy to stumble into every morning.
But this principal suite can boast extra layers of impressive spaces, with a
dressing area that includes a bespoke, built - in window seat and direct access
to the incredible glass panelled balcony that spans the width of the house.
From enjoying a weekend brunch in the sun to indulging in a late night drink
under the stars, the balcony is the ultimate place to relax and feel totally
immersed in the enviable panoramic view, with nature and wildlife neighbours
as the only near neighbours.
Both bedroom two and three at the rear of the house enjoy their own sweeping
countryside views via dual aspect windows, as well as sharing a Jack and Jill'
bathroom, while bedroom four shares in the joy of the mesmerising vista at the
front of the house directly from the pillow.
The family bathroom is another luxurious space. The thought, care and budget
lavished on the rest of the house is very evident in this room too, through
the choice of porcelain tiles and a high - end suite that includes a substantial
walk - in shower and modern freestanding bath placed at an angle so that the
view is waiting at the end of the bath to be fully enjoyed.
This is a country home that hides an abundance of extra features with a view
to the future as well as the present, including a state - of - the - art heat
recovery ventilation system and solar panels as well as underfloor heating and
triple glazing that when combined create a home that is highly energy
efficient as well as sophisticated, modern and elegant - a dream c. .
**Vendor Insight** \ - "When we came to view Twyn Gorse for the first time, we
knew that we had to have it simply because of the position. Located at the top
of the hill with 360 - degree views, the scenery is phenomenal and we firmly
believe that it's one of the best plots in South Wales. The views over the
local villages and hills are just sublime, say the owners. "
"We purchased the property in 2016 and restoration work began in 2018. Built
in 1957, everything was original and required stripping back, including the
part of a tree trunk used to finish off the roof! What we have now is a
welcoming and cosy home that has been insulated to a very high standard; it's
efficient and economical to run and we're currently using electricity
generated by ourselves and not from the National Grid. "
"We enjoy being part of a friendly little community where everyone is willing
to help out but are never intrusive. Our village hall is one of the most
active in the area and there's something going on all the time, including
cooked breakfasts, free coffee mornings, variety shows, pantomimes, skittles,
soft play, and BBQs for special occasions. The village pub serves nice food
and we also have a well - stocked shop that's handy for day - to - day essentials.
We're equidistant between Chepstow and Monmouth both of which have a wide
range of amenities. "
"The garden is completely flat which is unusual for a property in this
location. It's great for every generation as children enjoy endless games of
football and bike riding, whilst adults sit comfortably with a glass of
something chilled. The patio wraps around the house with different seating
areas to make the most of the views and sunshine. It's perfect for relaxing
and entertaining with a sunken patio and hot tub area, speaker system, and a
well - equipped outdoor kitchen. We see a huge variety of wildlife here, as well
as red kites and buzzards who are almost on the same level as us as we're so
high up. "
"We had a vision of open plan living which has worked brilliantly. The kitchen
is the heart of the home where we can cook and easily chat to our guests,
whilst the lounge benefits from the amazing, ever - changing views where we can
watch the rain and mist come in before the clouds give way to bright
sunshine. "
**Outside** \ - Step outside into three acres of private and peaceful land
that is drenched in stunning rural views, as well as pools of sunlight and the
natural world as the constant soundtrack.
Approaching the house along the small country lane it appears on the horizon
and looks magnificent. Through the electric gates and the period property
remodelled into a modern home over a two year period dominates the plot,
perched high above the sprawling Monmouthshire landscape below.
The vast wraparound terrace measuring over 160 square metres and accessed from
the house via a number of glass doors, makes the most of the surrounding
views, ensuring maximum enjoyment and connection, and is the hub of the home
outside.
Relaxing on a lounger with a book, enjoying alfresco dining in peace or with
company, hosting the best BBQs and garden parties supported by the bonus
outside kitchen are all moments to make lifelong memories with the most
incredible scenery as the constant backdrop.
There's plenty of parking for guests on the driveway and the house can offer a
home for a variety of the owner's vehicles including a double garage and a
carport as a handy home for a caravan or motorhome.
There's a place for guests to stay too once the party has wrapped up, a
detached annexe that can boast its own kitchen and shower room and so could
also offer multi - generational living opportunities as well as the potential to
be a holiday let, subject to planning.
The majority of the land away from the manicured and landscaped garden that
wraps around the house offers plenty of private woodland walks and paddocks to
explore and an abundance of special spots to set down a picnic blanket and
relax.
The property can even supply a renovation opportunity in the garden for an
owner to get their imagination whirring. The outbuilding called The Quarry,
which has water and electricity already installed, is looking for a new lease
of life, subject to planning, to add to the outstanding features and extras
that this truly special home and garden offers.
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