5 Bedroom House - Semi-Detached For Sale
King Street, Laugharne

Property Details

• LOCATION
  The medieval Township of Laugharne is situated on the Estuary of the River Tâf around 12 miles south of the Market Town of Carmarthen There is a wide range of amenities in Laugharne including a chemist, convenience store, delicatessen, cafes, doctor’s surgery, public houses, restaurants and hotels all within walking distance. Its association with the poet, Dylan Thomas is renowned who famously described Laugharne as "timeless, mild, beguiling island of a town" and it is widely believed that Laugharne inspired the fictional town of LLareggub in 'Under Milk Wood'. Dylan resided in many properties in Laugharne but most famously in the Boat House which is located nearby as well as his writing shed which are now popular tourist destinations. There are beautiful walks surrounding Laugharne as well as views of the the estuary and nearby is the coastal village of Pendine famed for its 7-mile long beach.
  The nearby small town of St Clears offer a wide range of amenities for day to day needs as well as easy access on the A40 to the Market Town Carmarthen which has plenty to offer with many of the top named shops located there. Carmarthen is also the location of the West Wales General Hospital (Glangwili), Dyfed Powys Police Head Quarters , Headquarters of S4C and Trinity St Davids University together with a main line railway station with direct links to Paddington.
  
• ROSETTA'S HISTORY
  Rosetta was formerly known as Rosewood Villa, and also Rose Villa, and a real life Rose features in its story. One of the largest houses in Laugharne, Rosetta dates back to c.1720. Is has many original features all lovingly restored by the current owners.
  In 1788 it was owned by John Bartlett Allen who married Elizabeth the grand-daughter of the vicar of Laugharne, 2 of their daughters married MP's : Catherine married James Mackintosh, Bessie married Josiah Wedgewood, slavery abolitionist and potter and son Daniel became editor of The Morning Post.
  Around the 20th Century a Mr Towers-Smith lived there who was 'an enormously large man'! he stabled horses in the basement. Later, like many Laugharne House, beer was brewed there and prior to the 2nd World War a Mrs Morse sold paraffin and plank bread.
  Further information about the fascinating history of the characters that have lived in Rosetta can be found on the web site Laugharne Lines
  
• ACCOMMODATION
  The accommodation of approximate dimensions is arranged as follows:
  
• RECEPTION HALLWAY
  Approached via the front entrance , radiator, doors off to dining room and living room, inner hallway with doors off to kitchen, study and basement and an impressive wide staircase to first floor.
  
• LIVING ROOM
  (4.12m x 4.09m)
  Window to front elevation with shutters, wood burning stove, radiator, coved ceiling, dado rail and an arched recess.
  
• DINING ROOM
  (4.22m x 3.53m)
  Bay window to front elevation, coved ceiling and panelled walls , feature tiled fireplace, radiator.
  
• STUDY
  (3.43m x 2.81m)
  Panelled walls. radiator, window to rear with shutters and window seat and storage cupboard.
  
• KITCHEN
  (4.03m x 2.23m)
  Fitted with a good range of hand made solid wood wall and base units including a display shelving unit and housing a Belfast sink and wine rack.
  Tiled recess housing a multi fuel cooking range with electric double oven and a gas hob (LPG)
  Utility area with plumbing for washing machine and vent for tumble dryer.
  Window to rear with window seat and radiator.
  
• FIRST FLOOR
  Half landing with French doors to bridge which provides a walkway to the garden.
  
  Main landing with stairs to first floor and doors off to.....
  
• BEDROOM 1
  (5.41m x 3.68m)
  Windows to front elevation with shutters, radiator, coved ceilings, panelled walls and dado rail, arched recess.
  
• BEDROOM 2
  (4.26m x 3.60m)
  Window to front with shutters, radiator, coved ceilings, panelled walls, dado rail and arched recesses with fitted storage cupboards.
  
• BEDROOM 3
  (2.88m ext to 4.69m x 3.14m)
  Window to side elevation, feature fireplace , coved ceilings, radiator and storage cupboard.
  
• BATHROOM
  (2.18m ext to 3.76m x 3.90m)
  Roll top bath with claw feet, WC and wash hand basin, large shower enclosure, Airing cupboard, radiator and window to side elevation
  
• SECOND FLOOR
  Half landing with radiator and window overlooking rear garden . Main landing with stairs to attic rooms and doors off to...
  
• BEDROOM 4
  (4.42m 3.73m)
  Window to front elevation and radiator.
  
• BEDROOM 5/GUEST SUITE
  (5.27m x 3.72m & 4.04m x 3.95m)
  2 Former bedrooms that have been opened up to provide a lovely spacious guest suite.
  The front room which is currently used as a living room, comprises windows to front and side elevations, radiator and arched opening into the bedroom.
  
• BEDROOM
  Has the benefit of a window to side elevation, feature fireplace and radiator.
  
• BATHROOM
  (2.19m ext to 3.29m 3.69m)
  Panelled bath with shower over and screen, WC and wash hand basin, window to side, feature fireplace and radiator.
  
• ATTIC/LOFT
  (8.45m x 6.92m)
  Sky light windows and exposed beams.
  
• BASEMENT/CELLAR
  (8.00m x 5.00m & 8m x 5.00, approx)
  Stairs from the ground floor with door leading to external wood store
  The basement is dived into 2 rooms with one room housing the Biomass heating system which is a Froling PE pellet 25 together with a 3 tonne pellet store
  
• EXTERNALLY
  The property has the benefit of off road parking which is a very rare find in King St!
  There is a lovely sheltered sun terrace ideal location for entertaining, alfresco dining and BBQ's and to the rear is a lawned garden with well stocked borders, a range of garden store sheds and a gated access leads to a productive vegetable garden.
  
• SERVICES
  Mains water, electric and drainage.
  
• COUNCIL TAX
  We are advised that the Council Tax Band is G
  
• BROADBAND & MOBILE COVERAGE
  Information obtained online but would recommend prospective buyers to make their own enquiries
  Basic 19 Mbps Superfast 80Mbps
  EE Vodafone Three & O2
  
• FLOOR PLANS
  Any floor plans provided are intended as a guide to the layout of the property only and dimensions are approximate.
  
• NB
  These details are a general guideline for intending purchasers and do not constitute an offer of contracts. BJ.properties have visited the property, but have not surveyed or tested any appliances, services, drainage etc. The sellers have checked and approved the sale particulars, however, purchasers must rely on their own and/or their surveyors inspections and their solicitors enquires to determine the overall condition, size and acreage of the property, and also any planning, rights of way, easements or other matters relating to the property.
  
• OFFER PROCEDURE
  All enquires and negotiations to BJ.Properties We have an obligation to our vendors to ensure that all offers made for the property can be substantiated and we may in some instances ask for proof of funds and mortgage offers.
  As part of our obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations we will require 2 forms of identification, one being photographic i.e passport or driving license and the other a utility/council tax bill, credit card bill or bank statement or any form of Id, issued within the previous 3 months, providing evidence of residency and the correspondence address . We also conduct an online search.
  
• CONTACT NUMBERS
  BJ.Properties 104 Lammas Street Carmarthen SA31 3AP
  Telephone Number 01267 240002
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