Lydart, Monmouth, Monmouthshire

An exceptional architect-designed barn conversion enjoying an idyllic rural setting with far-reaching views across the Monmouthshire countryside towards the Brecon Beacons. Set within approximately 5.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds, Lower Gocket Barn seamlessly combines the character of a traditional stone barn with contemporary design, high-quality interiors and impressive energy-efficient credentials.

The Property

The accommodation has been carefully designed to maximise natural light and creates a stunning natural gallery of countryside views through its many large and generous contemporary windows. The layout provides exceptional flexibility for modern family life.

At the heart of the home is the magnificent, vaulted kitchen, dining and family room. Featuring exposed oak beams, original arrow slit windows and full-height glazing, this spectacular space successfully balances the barn’s historic character with contemporary design. The bespoke handmade kitchen is beautifully appointed with an extensive range of cabinetry, generous island, granite work surfaces and a comprehensive range of integrated appliances, creating an ideal environment for both everyday living and entertaining. Complimenting the kitchen is a useful pantry area.

A glazed link provides an elegant connection between the original barn and the adjoining accommodation, creating a striking architectural feature feature that floods the interior with natural light and seamlessly joins the indoor and outdoor living spaces together.

Additional reception spaces include a study, a peaceful library and reading area, a mezzanine snug overlooking the principal living space, offering excellent flexibility for both relaxation and home working and a ground floor bedroom which could equally be utilised as an additional living space.

The bedroom accommodation is equally impressive, with up to five well proportioned double bedrooms arranged to provide privacy and versatility. The principal suite enjoys a luxurious en suite that offers the choice of walk in shower or a relaxing bathroom with freestanding bath and delightful views across the surrounding countryside. The remaining bedrooms are served by beautifully appointed bath and shower rooms finished to an equally high standard.

There is excellent scope for multigenerational living at Lower Gocket Barn with a utility room in situation that could be adapted to create a second kitchen space.

Throughout the property, the quality of workmanship and attention to detail are immediately apparent. Bespoke joinery exposed structural timbers, natural materials and carefully selected finishes combine to create interiors of warmth, elegance and timeless appeal.

Sustainability has been integral to the design, with fully serviced and maintained air source heat pumps, solarphotovoltaic panels, solar thermal systems, underfloor heating, high-performance glazing and excellent levels of insulation ensuring impressive renewable energy efficiency alongside year-round comfort.

Outside

Approached via a private lane leading to the gated driveway, Lower Gocket Barn occupies a peaceful setting within approximately 5.5 acres of landscaped gardens and paddock, enjoying far-reaching views across the Monmouthshire countryside towards the Brecon Beacons, every night the sunset is spectacular.

A beautifully designed central courtyard provides a private space for outdoor dining and entertaining, seamlessly linking the principal living areas with the gardens to create one multi-faceted living space. Expansive lawns, mature trees and well-stocked borders create an attractive setting with year-round interest.

Beyond the formal gardens are productive vegetable beds, a greenhouse, wildlife friendly planting and areas of open grassland, offering plenty of space for gardening, recreation and enjoying the surrounding countryside.

The property also benefits from ample parking together with useful storage and ancillary facilities, complementing its practical and versatile appeal.

Key Information

Services: Mains electricity, water, private drainage and air source heat pump. The Air source heat pump and thermal solar hot water panels work together to provide the hot water to the house and fully zonable underfloor heating system. Additional solar panels generate electricity, and are part of the EDF feed in tariff scheme, generating income four times a year.

Tenure: Freehold.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property is offered with all existing wayleaves, easements and all public and private rights of way and other such rights, whether these are specifically referred to in these particulars or not.

Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items specifically mentioned in these particulars will be included in the sale, the remainder are excluded from the sale, however, may be available by separate negotiation.

Council Tax Band: H

Local Authority: Monmouthshire County Council.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the selling agents.