Gorsfraith
Blaenffos, Boncath, Dyfed, SA37 0HZ
Guide Price
£540,000
Residential Tags: Farmhouse, Ground Source Heat Pump
Property Tags: Solar Energy
Land Tags: Allotment, Ancient Woodland, Paddock, Woodland
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Dec 2022
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: Farmhouse, Ground Source Heat Pump
- Property Tags: Solar Energy
- Land Tags: Allotment, Ancient Woodland, Paddock, Woodland
- Spacious 5 bed Farm House
- Stunning views of the Preseli Hills
- Approx. 6 acres
- Wildlife pond
- Outbuildings pending planning for 3 residential units
- Countryside living yet close to amenities
- Fantastic walks right on your doorstep
As you drive down the quaint country lane, lined by hedgerows, you are greeted by Gorsfraith. A spacious 5 bed farm house, with outbuildings, situated in around 6 acres with the most incredible countryside views of the Preseli Hills and beyond. Steeped in history, Gorsfraith has been a homestead since the first ordinant survey maps were published back in 1801.
Inside
Entering through the hall leads you into the large, welcoming kitchen breakfast room, the heart of the home, and a great space with plenty of room for entertaining family and friends. The formal dining room is situated just to the rear and offers a bright space to enjoy, letting in heaps of lights and flowing through into the south facing conservatory with those incredible countryside views.
To the front of the property is the homely living room, with beautiful inglenook fireplace and charming original beams. Just at the bottom of the staircase there is a handy utility room equipped with a toilet and shower.
On the first floor you are greeted by a large, light landing space with 5 bedrooms leading off, one of which is currently being used as an office, and a family bathroom.
Outside
To the south is a large fenced paddock comprising of around 5 acres. There is also a wildlife pond, that is also fenced, to keep out animals and to ensure peace of mind when children are playing in the field.
There are separate lawned and patio areas around the garden making these spots perfect to enjoy any time of the day or evening. There is also a vegetable patch, with raised beds, just in front of the conservatory, ideal for popping out from the kitchen and grabbing some fresh produce.
There is ample parking to the front and side of the property as well as by the outbuildings.
The old dairy barns are pending final planning permission for conversion, and demolition, into 3 residential units comprising of a total of 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The planning also includes solar arrays in the fields to fuel the barn conversions, and the main house, a ground source heat pump and a building of a triple garage with wood store. The architect is Roger Bell, of Bell Designs, and is an award winning, local, architect who prides himself in creating sustainable buildings.
Planning Application Ref: 22/0338/PA.
The current owner has completed restoration work, to the outside of the main house, by removing the old concrete render and replacing it with traditional lime harling and a French drain fitted. The house was painted in August 2022 in the lime based, natural, climate friendly, Graphenstone carbon paint. This was chosen as it absorbs carbon as part of its curing process to help reduce the carbon footprint on the house. A new heating system was fitted in 2021. The cosy aga is still in place to heat the hot water and for cooking use.
Location
Countryside, coast, villages and towns all within easy reach. The property is located between Crymych and Blaenffos. The nearby Blaenffos, 1 mile away, has a village store and Chapel, whilst the larger village of Crymych, also 1 mile away, has junior and secondary schools, a variety of shops including a chemist, butcher, convenience store, petrol forecourt, public house, rugby club, cafe and a livestock market. The historic estuary town of Cardigan is just 8 miles north and provides a range of local and national shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, a theatre, an arts and cinema complex and castle grounds. The widely popular Pembrokeshire coastline with places such as Newport, Poppit sands and St Dogmaels, can be found 9 miles west whilst the Preseli Hills provide rugged scenery and heaps of adventure options!
Sellers Insight
“I first came to view the property with my friend in August 2020. It didn’t take long for my friend to notice my huge beaming smile as I had finally found somewhere that really pulled at my heartstrings. I was smitten and it already felt like home,” says the owner.
“The outside space was very appealing as it’s split nicely into different sections, including the traditional garden that’s filled with colour from early spring into late October. We were pretty much self-sufficient in home grown produce from our allotment last year and we’ve really focused on re-wilding the area by the pond to bring back biodiversity and wildlife. It’s a great place to sit and relax with only the sound of bleating sheep to break the silence.”
“We have amazing walks here, such as the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, and some incredible ancient woodland to explore. We’re out and about most weekends and have kayaked and paddle boarded on the river. We enjoy taking part in local events, such as the Bring and Barter, and there is a very nice sense of community. Cardigan has some fabulous shops, bars, and restaurants, including an award winning Mexican and some truly epic pizza places.”
“The living room is one of our favourite rooms as it’s in the oldest part of the house and still has the original beam above the inglenook. The thick, stone walls keep it cool in summer and warm and welcoming in winter. We’ve enjoyed get-togethers with friends and family here, including a candlelit birthday dinner in the conservatory filled with fairy lights and candles.”
“I will miss the sunshine beaming into the staircase and hallway as it gives such a lovely, natural boost first thing in the morning. I will also miss the amazing views from the house and around the local area. We head out into the hills, with our dog and a flask of tea and a picnic, from where we can see all the way out to Cardigan and Newport Bay. The night sky is also amazing. It’s so vast and totally unspoilt by light pollution, so we often see shooting stars and satellites passing overhead and there’s nowhere better to enjoy this view than in the wood fired bath or snuggled up by the firepit.”
EPC Rating: G
Marketed by: Fine & Country Pembrokeshire, Narberth
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.