The Coach House Royston Court, Ferryside, Carmarthen, SA17 5SP Offers in the region of 299,950 Completed in 1899 as the Coach House to the prestigious and iconic Royston Court Development which was the residence of Alfred Robert Orton Gery the High Sheriff Of Carmarthenshire. The former owner of Royston Court moved to the Coach House in the 1960's and retained most of the land and gardens with the property. The property is truly unique in its appointment, has been totally refurbished to the highest internal finish, insulation and construction standards with oak framing, sympathetically remodelled to create a modern and characterful cottage living environment. The accommodation comprises reception hallway, large kitchen/dining room, shower room, double bedroom with en-suite dressing room, 2 reception rooms on the first floor, one with panoramic views of the bay and one with mezzanine floor, shower room. The format allows the purchaser to re-configure the accommodation to suit his/her preference. A property that is ideally suited for those looking to live the 'Good Life' in a location that is truly inspiring where you have views from the garden that must be one of the finest in Carmarthenshire and can only be appreciated by viewing the property,
DIRECTIONS From Carmarthen take the A484 towards Kidwelly/Llanelli, follow the roads signposted to Ferryside to the village centre. Pass the railway station and the entrance to the beach, follow this road along Brigstocke Terrace until you get to a left turning signposted the Cliff. Carry on up this road, continue round the sharp right hand bend. After about 20 yards tunr left up a narrow lane and the pillared entrance to The Coach House will soon be found on your left on the right hand bend. LOCATION RECEPTION HALLWAY Approached via an over sized custom made oak door with the arts and craft style staircase in front of you leading to the first floor living room. Radiator, exposed beams to ceiling and walls, storage cupboard, steps leading up to the kitchen and door to Bedroom BEDROOM 17'3" x 12'9" (5.26m x 3.89) Ferryside (Glanyferri) is a popular community 9 miles south of the Market and administrative town of Carmarthen near the mouth of the River Tywi over which the property enjoys breathtaking views as far as Carmarthen Bay and Llansteffan with its Norman Castle. Ferryside has a wide range of amenities for day to day needs including a village shop, primary school, public houses and places of worship. Ferryside railway station has regular rail connections to Carmarthen, Swansea, Cardiff and London Paddington and bus services to Carmarthen and Llanelli. The Ferry service across the Towy to Llansteffan was discontinued in the 1950's but plans were submitted in March 2017 to resume the service. The natural amenities of the area support a wealth of outdoor activities include the River Towy Yacht Club, bird watching and an abundance of walks. Pembrey Country Park is approximately 7 miles south west offering forest walks and wide expanse of golden sands. The Historical Township of Kidwelly and the Ffos Las Race course are both nearby. Window to front elevation with leaded lights, exposed beams and a Victorian style radiator. Door to dressing room/bedroom 2 ACCOMMODATION The totally refurbished accommodation has been sympathetically remodelled to create a modern and characterful cottage. The entire first floor enjoys the patina of Canadian Maple reclined flooring throughout. A new oak staircase has been designed and installed in the Art and Crafts style and all internal doors are custom made oak and add a warm dimension to the overall decor. The accommodation is arranged as follows:
DRESSING ROOM/BEDROOM 2 9'11" x 8'2" (3.04m x 2.49m) Window to side elevation with estuary views, exposed beams and radiator KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 26'0" max x 16'2" max (7.93m max x 4.95m max) SHOWER ROOM Generously proportioned ground floor kitchen was remodeled from the original accommodation for the horse drawn coach. The crafted fitted kitchen, complemented with a free standing dresser, incorporates a Belfast sink, dishwasher and washing machine, brick recess housing a cooking range and cupboard housing the Worcester oil fired central heating boiler. Tiled floor, windows with leaded lights to front elevation and radiator. Door to shower room. Shower enclosure, WC and wash hand basin, fully tiled and heated towel rail. FIRST FLOOR Approached via the Arts and Crafts staircase leading to the lounge.
LOUNGE 25'7" max x 13'10", max (7.80m max x 4.24, max) SITTING ROOM 24'11" max x 16'9" max (7.62m max x 5.12m max) French doors opening out to a balcony where you have panoramic views over Carmarthen Bay and and with the evening light, stunning sunsets over Llansteffan Castle. There are further windows with leaded light to front and rear, exposed A framed ceiling, 2 radiators and a log burning stove. Steps up to a small inner hallway which leads to the sitting room and shower room. A versatile room which is presently used as a sitting room but could provide a guest bedroom suite with the advantage of ensuite facilities. Exposed ceiling beams, 4 radiators, windows to front and rear elevations and log burner on a slate hearth. exterior stable door to rear and stairs leading up to a Mezzanine floor.
SHOWER ROOM WC, wash hand basin, shower enclosure, heated towel rail, window to rear, part tiled and part tongue and grooved walls. EXTERNALLY DETACHED OFFICE 15'3" x 12'9" (4.67m x 3.90m) The property is approached via a pillared entrance leading into the driveway which provides good parking with 2 store sheds at the entrance providing excellent garden storage The grounds in all are just under half an acre with lawned areas and mature trees and shrubs to the south. Looking down over the property is a terraced garden with lawn and patios bordered by woodland and from here you have the most spectacular aspect looking over the estuary towards Llansteffan and Carmarthen Bay. A pathway leads along the side to the rear of the dwelling where you have a terraced garden laid to patio again with stunning views and where you have access to the detached office and store room. Offering accommodation for up to 3 workstations, with splendid views. The office is constructed to the highest construction and insulation standards, insulated cavity wall construction with additional Xratherm dry wall and space blanket internal dry lining. The windows and doors are UPVC double glazed, the
roof benefits from natural lighting afforded by 4 Velux roof lights, under rosemary tiled roof. The insulated floor is finished with clip flooring. Provision has been made for a future wood burning stove. A versatile building which could provide overflow accommodation to the main dwelling, an artist studio, workshop or sun lounge. GARDEN STUDIO SERVICES Mains electric, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating FLOOR PLANS Any floor plans provided are intended as a guide to the layout of the property only and dimensions are approximate. NOT TO SCALE COUNCIL TAX We are advised that the Council Tax Band is E OFFER PROCEDURE All enquiries and negotiations to BJP Carmarthen Office. We have an obligation to our vendor clients to ensure that all offers made for the property can be substantiated and may in some instances require proof of funds. We will also require 2 forms of identification one being photographic evidence i.e drivers licence and the other a bank/building society statement, utility bill, credit card bill or any other form of ID, issued within the previous three months, providing evidence of residency as the correspondence address. A beautifully constructed secret studio located in the orchard and following a winding brick edged pathway. With panoramic views over Carmarthen Bay the studio provides inspirational space for creativity and craft. The building and been built to the highest construction and insulation standards with Velux roof light providing natural light. Solid wall construction clad with log cabin style finish and stable door, Xtrathen and space blanket fully insulated walls that provide for comfort and utility. The building is complete with fully insulated solid floor finished in high quality clip-flooring and this under a pitched Welsh slate roof. FURTHER DETACHED OFFICE A further heated office with Velux roof light suitable for additional office space or as secure storage and located to the rear of the dwelling close to the office. NB These details are a general guideline for intending purchasers and do not constitute an offer of contracts. BJP have visited the property, but have not surveyed or tested any appliances, services or systems at the property including heating, plumbing, drainage etc. The sellers have checked and approved the details however, purchasers must rely on their own and/or their Surveyors inspections and their solicitors enquiries to determine the overall condition, size and acreage of the property, and also any planning, rights of way, easements or other matters relating to it. OFFICES Carmarthen Office 01267 236363 Llandeilo Office 01558 822468 or out of hours number 07789716520 WEB SITES View all our properties on www.bjpco.com www.rightmove.co.uk www.onthemarket.com WEATHER VANE An original and unique art work commissioned from Lisa Harding-Jones the famous Welsh Blacksmith.