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6 bedroom property
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Property description & features
- Beautifully presented equestrian property
- Standing within 8 acres or thereabouts
- Excellent equestrian facilities i.e. stables, solarium and meange
- Detached residence affording 6 bedrooms (2 en-suites) and 4 reception rooms
- Tastefully decorated throughout and ready for immediate occupation
Standing within 8 acres or thereabouts and divided into two enclosures. Easily maintainable grounds and undercover decked entertaining area.
Excellent equestrian facilities to include stabling, solarium and menage.
Detached former farmhouse, immaculately presented affording 4 reception rooms and 6 bedrooms (2 en-suite shower rooms).
Presented to the highest of standards and worthy of an early inspection.
8.5 miles from the M4 corridor. EPC E.
Situation - Occupying an appealing countryside location yet only a mile or so from the A476 roadway which connects the towns of Llanelli and Cross Hands, with the M4 connection at Pont Abraham only 8.5 miles distant, providing excellent accessibility to the larger towns of south Wales and beyond. Swiss Valley Farm is approached via a council maintained country road passing the Swiss Valley Upper Lliedi Reservoir which offers delightful walks through quiet woodland and is a great attraction to any wildlife enthusiast or those looking to explore nature in a relaxed manner.
As a superb equestrian property we would advise that Beacons, Little Mill, Oak Tree and David Broome's Event Centre provide unaffiliated and affiliated show jumping, dressage and arena eventing and are all located within a 30 to 90 minute drive of the property. For those interested in countryside pursuits, the Carmarthenshire Hunt and The Three Counties Bloodhounds are active in the area whilst Ffos Las Racecourse lies within 7.5 miles of the property and has brought top class racing to Wales after opening in 2009.
The town of Llanelli lies within 4 miles distant and offers a comprehensive array of educational, commercial and recreational facilities, including two extensive retail parks, traditional town centre market boasting a number of smaller independent shops. Hotels, theatre, cinema, hospital, rugby stadium together with numerous primary and secondary schools in both the mediums of Welsh and English, to include the well regarded private school known as St Michaels for children aged 3 to 18 years of age. Llanelli is considered to be the largest town within the county of Carmarthenshire and is located on the Loughor estuary some 10.5 miles north west of Swansea and 12 miles south east of the town of Carmarthen.
An appealing location ideally suited to those looking for a rural setting yet within easy reach of the larger towns and the M4 connection at Pont Abraham.
Directions - Please see location plan for exact location.
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Description - Approached from the roadside via a double gated entrance which leads to a gravel driveway where steps descend to the front garden providing access to the residence. Whilst a further gateway leads to the rear of the property which is mainly laid to gravel and provides access to the land and equestrian facilities.
A detached stone residence of traditional construction, the property has been greatly improved by the current occupiers who have lovingly created a beautiful family home that has been tastefully decorated throughout. Immaculately presented and ready for immediate occupation the ground floor is generously proportioned and the entertainment room with the en-suite bedroom above could be utilised as an annexe if required. There are many possibilities to this beautiful home, which should appeal to those looking to acquire a residence that is suitable for entertaining. Affording 4 reception rooms and 6 bedrooms (two with en-suite facilities) the residence is ideally suited as a family home and subject to gaining the necessary consents the detached double garage could be converted with ease to provide ancillary accommodation.
The land and excellent equestrian facilities which are in superb condition are located to the rear and this superb property is described in more detail (with approx. dimensions only):
Ground Floor -
Entrance Hallway - Affording a tiled floor, radiator, stairs rise to the first floor, glass panelled doors lead to the open plan kitchen/dining room, rear lobby and to:
Living Room - 6.50m x 5.05m (21'4" x 16'7") - Generously proportioned family room, the focal point being the fireplace with wooden mantle above housing a wood burning stove which proudly stands on a slate hearth. Two uPVC double glazed sash windows overlook the front garden, including two vintage style radiators and timber flooring.
Open Plan Kitchen - 4.72m x 3.02m (15'6" x 9'11") - Light and airy comprising range of base and wall mounted units with complimentary work surface above, incorporating a 1.5 bowl sink and drainer unit, space for a 'Rangemaster Classic Deluxe' electric cooker (could be converted to Calor LPG) with hood above. Breakfast bar with useful storage below, plumbing for a dishwasher, space for a freestanding fridge/freezer, vertical radiator, window to the side and partly painted panelled timber walls. Built in cupboard housing the oil fired Worcester boiler with shelves above and open plan access to:
Dining Room - 3.51m x 2.46m (11'6" x 8'1") - With part painted timber panelling, tiled floor, vintage style radiator and windows to the side and front.
Returning To The Kitchen -
Entertainment Room - 7.06m x 4.80m (23'2" x 15'9") - Ideally suited for entertaining, enjoying a triple aspect and comprising a bar area, two vintage style radiators, timber flooring, side door and patio doors lead to the outside and stairs rise to Bedroom 1 with en-suite facilities.
Rear Lobby - Accessible from the kitchen and entrance hallway providing access to the outside, with tiled floor, radiator and door to:
Cloakroom - With W.C., freestanding wash hand basin, tiled floor and wall mounted cupboard.
Sitting Room - 5.21m x 4.39m (17'1" x 14'5") - Situated to the rear of residence, the focal point being the woodburning stove which stands on a slate hearth and wooden mantle above, vintage style radiator, window to the side and patio doors lead to the rear.
Potential Annexe Above The Entertainment Room - Stairs rise to:
First Floor - Immediate access to:
Bedroom 1 - 7.01m x 4.72m (23' x 15'6") - Generously proportioned, a delightful feature of the room are the patio doors which open out onto the rear balcony of wrought iron ornamental railings where one can sit and admire the outlook. Also including a vintage style radiator, ample living space, three windows to the side and loft access. We understand that the loft has been boarded and includes a window. Door to:
En-Suite Shower Room - 2.49m x 1.80m (8'2" x 5'11") - Incorporating a shower cubicle with two attachments, wash hand basin, W.C., vintage style radiator, tiled floor and glazed window to the side.
Main Landing - Accessible from the entrance hallway, being fully carpeted with 'Velux' window, radiator and loft access.
Bedroom 2 - 3.07m x 4.39m (10'1" x 14'5") - Overlooking the rear with vintage style radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 3.96m x 5.08m (13' x 16'8") - A sash double glazed window overlooks the fore with vintage style radiators.
Bedroom 4 - 4.09m x 3.71m (13'5" x 12'2") - Sash double glazed window to the fore with vintage style radiator.
Bedroom 5 - 3.66m x 5.00m (12' x 16'5") - Well proportioned affording a double glazed sash window to the fore including a vintage style radiator and access to:
En-Suite Shower Room - 2.21m x 4.09m (7'3" x 13'5") - With W.C., wooden vanity unit and mirror above, shower cubicle with two attachments, radiator, window to the side and tiled floor. Also incorporating a built in shelved airing cupboard which houses the hot water cylinder with immersion heater.
Family Bathroom - 2.13m x 3.12m (7' x 10'3") - Incorporating a bath with two hand held shower attachments above, W.C., wash hand basin, radiator, tiled floor and partly tiled walls. Double doors open into a very clever utility area incorporating plumbing for an automatic washing machine, tumble dryer outlet and shelves above.
Bedroom 6 - 3.45m x 3.45m (11'4" x 11'4") - Overlooking the rear with vintage style radiator.
Externally - The pretty front garden is mainly laid to pasture being gently tiered incorporating a variety of mature shrubs and flower beds. A pleasant, paved seating area is also seen to the fore and a paved pathway leads to steps which ascend to the gravelled driveway. Oil tank located to the side of the driveway.
To the side of the residence lies a valuable undercover decked seating area which provides an excellent entertainment space being ideally suited for alfresco dining. A step leads down to a gravelled area where the current occupiers utilise the space with raised fruit beds, an ornamental garden gate ultimately leads to the front garden.
An appealing outside space which offers ease of maintenance without compromising on style and entertainment space.
Double Skinned Garage And Loft Above - 8.56m x 7.04m (28'1" x 23'1") - Of block construction with roller door to the fore, side pedestrian access, concrete floor, power and light connected, four windows and stairs lead to a loft area (28' x 13'5" of useable space) including two 'Velux' windows and two circular windows. Due to the fact that the garage is double skinned, subject to gaining the necessary consents could be converted into ancillary accommodation to the main house. Attached car port, open fronted with gravel floor.
Detached Stable Block - Of block construction and divided into 6 stables and one comfortable tack room/seating area. We would advise that the first stable (12' x 16'9") includes an LPG fired shower and solarium. Power and light are connected to each stable which measures (12' x 16'9" each) whilst the tack room includes a store room (12'1" x 5'10") with concrete floor, light connection and a door leads to a heated tack room (11'3" x 10'3") affording a range of base and wall mounted units, space for a fridge, power and light connected and tiled floor. A very thoughtful addition to any equestrian yard.
Double weatherproof switched sockets to the external wall, water tap and useful rug rail.
Open fronted bole barn (19' x 16') with manure storage area to the side.
Menage - 7.62m x 13.72m (25' x 45') - Sand and fibre surface with post and rail fencing and easily accessible from the stable block.
Open Fronted Pole Barn - 16.76m x 2.62m (55' x 8'7") - Opposite the stable block lies a valuable store shed which is ideally suited as a fodder and general storage shed.
Land - Extending to 8 acres or thereabouts in total, the land is divided into two enclosures. Above the menage lies a gently sloping enclosure which is laid to pasture and has been divided into twelve paddocks. Around the perimeter of the enclosure is a hardcore and road chipping surface providing an excellent means of exercise. Within the enclosure are cross country ditches, logs and jumps etc.
The enclosure below the menage is also laid to pasture and includes numerous trees and a pond. This area offers considerable amenity and conservation appeal and could be further developed if desired.
Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains electricity, private water supply and drainage system. Borehole water controls are boxed in and located to the side of the residence. Sash uPVC double glazed windows to the fore and standard uPVC double glazed windows to the rear.
Over the last five years the electrics and plumbing at the property have been renewed and the installation of a new water tank.
Local Authority: Carmarthenshire County Council
Property Classification: Band E
General Remarks - Very rarely do equestrian properties of this quality appear on the open market which combine a superbly presented residence, first class equestrian facilities, land, and excellent accessibility to the M4 corridor. In order to fully appreciate the quality of this residential equestrian unit an early inspection is highly recommended.
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