Llanrothal, Monmouth, Herefordshire

The Property

Tregate Castle is a Grade II listed property dating back to approximately the 15th century. It is situated on the site of a Norman motte and bailey castle in Llanrothal, Monmouth. The current vendors have made important improvements during their ownership, and it is now ready for the next owners to take the property forward. This is a fine example of a property of the era and offers a new owner the opportunity to live in a magnificent, historical residence while adding their own style and flair.

Step inside into the entrance hall, perfect for hanging coats and storing boots and shoes.

Doors open into the music room, study and sitting room.

The sitting room is a beautiful space and boasts flagstone flooring, a wood burning stove and large windows framing the superb views across the garden and countryside beyond. A door leads down to the cellar with vaulted ceiling.

A pantry with inner hallway and cloakroom provides access into the kitchen / breakfast room. The character and charm continue into this space with a wood burning stove, beams and dual aspect windows allowing light to flood in. The kitchen benefits from a range of base and wall units with space for a range style cooker and dishwasher.

Steps lead down to the utility room which houses the boiler and heating system. A door provides access to the parking area.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is a second kitchen with wood burning stove which can be accessed from the music room and sitting room. This section of the property could be split off from the main residence as it has its own staircase to two bedrooms upstairs and access externally via a door from the kitchen. It also benefits from access to a second cellar. Tregate Castle is perfect for those wanting a large family home but also those wanting additional space for multi-generational living.

A staircase from the sitting room leads up to the first floor accommodation which boasts six double bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are character features on show throughout within the bedrooms and bathrooms.

At the south end of the house there is a second floor with two additional rooms, one boasting a wood burning stove and a window looking across the rear aspect.

Above the central part of the house is a large attic.

The accommodation available at Tregate Castle is extremely versatile and would suit a variety of purchasers.

Outside

In total, Tregate Castle is situated amongst 11 acres of beautiful historic grounds heaving with wildlife, two streams and a long river frontage.

There is an extensive off-road parking area to the front aspect, formal level lawn to the rear aspect and field and woodland that slopes down to the River Monnow to the side aspect. The centre of the river is the property’s boundary and also the boundary between England and Wales.

Part of the land is a scheduled ancient monument; due to the motte castle situated on a ridge forming the north eastern valley side of the River Monnow which at this point marks the border between England and Wales. The castle survives as a motte which stands as a circular mound measuring 53m in diameter and from 3m up to 6m high surrounded by a partially buried outer ditch which is most clearly visible to the north west.

Partial excavations carried out in 1970 and 1980 along with accompanying field surveys produced finds of 12th century pottery which indicated that the motte was probably part of a timber and earthen structure. It is understood that the original timber castle that was built on top of the motte was subsequently replaced by a shell keep. The current buildings are likely to have been built reclaiming that stone.

A possible bailey to the south east of the motte formed by three roughly rectangular terraces defined by lynchets and a ditch and medieval fish ponds are not included in the scheduled monument.

In addition to the grounds at Tregate Castle, there is a detached Grade II listed cart shed and granary which is currently being used as an art studio. This is an extremely versatile space which could offer ample opportunities to a new owner. There is also a detached Grade II listed former cow house / stable block which provides another versatile outbuilding perfect for a variety of uses.

Key Information

Agents Note: Tregate Anglers Club has access to river frontage from a neighbouring field.

Services: Mains electricity, mains water, private drainage (sewage treatment plant) and oil fired central heating.

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: G

Local Authority: Herefordshire County Council.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the selling agents

Postcode: NP25 5QL