This superb fully renovated Forge House with adjoining Stone Annexe has been updated to a very high standard and sympathetically retains its original character. The property was the village forge some time probably in the 17th century and in 1908 the stone built annexe was added at right angles to the side of the forge. The current owners have had the property fully restored by artisan craftsmen to offer a spacious, light and airy accommodation of outstanding quality and character.

 

The property is located on a very quiet lane leading from the pretty village of St Tugdual where there are local amenities within walking distance, such as: restaurant, café/bar, lovely old church, school and beautiful surrounding countryside. As in all cases with character properties they need to be viewed from the ground to be fully appreciated and this outstanding home would not disappoint.

 

The forge has been opened through to incorporate its annexe into one spacious family home. On the ground floor the original forge is now a large kitchen and breakfast room with high quality solid chestnut units, integral fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer all housed in matching units (utility goods are included). There is a central island breakfast and storage area and all front, side and rear windows are double glazed with solid oak frames. Velux windows to the high vaulted roof in the kitchen give extra natural light. Also in the kitchen is an original stone fireplace with fitted wood burner. Special features throughout the property are stone niches and areas of exposed stone and wood to reflect its historic past. The property benefits from gas central heating via an underground LPG tank in the garden for ecnomic heating and has mains drainage. ADSL high speed internet connection is also available.

 

An open doorway from the kitchen leads into a large and very spacious lounge/diner which has replaced exposed beams, original stone fireplace with fitted wood burner and high quality polished wood floor. Double glazed windows and French doors to the rear lead out to the gardens and a feature arched double doors leads out to the front creating another light and airy feel to the room.

 

From the lounge there is a custom made good quality solid wood staircase to the upper floors where there are two large double bedrooms on the first level and a guest bedroom and study area on the mezzanine level above. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom which has a second door to the landing to offer a family bathoom as well. The second double bedroom has an en suite wc and wash room facility. A second staircase leads up to a mezzanine and galley which is currently overlooking the master bedroom but could easily be screened off. Here there are numerous options to re-configure but currently the mezzanine is an open plan guest bedroom with study and computer area.

 

This property offers exceptional accommodation and quality of finish and the workmanship is a credit to the owners. If you are looking for a lovely home in a peaceful location but with local amenities close by then this property will not disappoint you.

Accommodation details are as follows:

 

Kitchen/Breakfast Room (7m x 4.70m). Recessed window to the rear and front with views of the gardens, three Velux windows to the roof with high vaulted ceiling and exposed A frame, double enamel sink, range of good quality solid chestnut wall and base units with worktops over, wide space for an Arga style cooking range (not included) with extractor hood over, central matching island table (Chalon style) for breakfast with storage under, original stone fireplace with fitted wood burner, radiator. Concealed integral utility units such as: dishwasher, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, washing machine which are all included. A slide out larder storage unit. Stone niches to the wall, part tiled walls and polished solid wood floor. One step up and doorway leading into:

 

Spacious Lounge and Dining Room (11m x 5.70m). Double glazed French doors to the rear leading out to garden and gravel patio area, door access to the side with two recess windows to the side, arched double opening doors leading out to the front gravel area, radiators, exposed beams (replaced) and solid wood floor. Custom made solid wood staircase leading to the upper floors.

 

First Floor and Landing.

Large Velux window above the stairs giving natural light, landing has a solid wood floor with storage space

 

Master Bedroom 1 (5.10m x 4m).

Recessed windows to the front and side with views of the garden, radiator and solid wood floor. Door to:

 

En Suite Bathroom (2.40m x 2.90m). Velux window, modern shower cubicle with curved doors, corner bath, pedestal basin with mirror over and part tiled walls. Low level wc, heated towel rail, exposed beams and solid wood floor. Second door to landing for dual use as family bathroom.

 

Bedroom 2 (5.10m x 2.60m). Recessed window to the front with nice views towards open countryside beyond village. Exposed beams, radiator and solid wood floor. Door to:

 

En Suite Wash Room and WC. Low level wc, small hand basin on the wall with mirror and lighting over.

 

From the landing a Second Staircase leads to:

 

Mezzanine/Study/Library and Guest Bedroom 3 (6.75m x 5.10m). Recessed window to the side, Velux window to the roof, exposed A frames and solid wood floor. The mezzanine landing is very light and with a solid wood ballustrade overlooks the main bedroom which can easily be screened off.

 

OUTSIDE

To the side of the forge there is a gravel drive area with parking for two cars. The gravel pathway extends across to the front of the property and around to the rear where it forms a large curved patio area for outside dining and barbecues.

 

To the front are ornamental flower borders and the rear garden is laid mainly to lawn with a good range of mature shrubs and trees giving good screening.

 

The gardens are large and consist of two distinct areas with hedge screening to separate. The second section has a lovely backdrop of tall mature trees to its border. If someone decided they did not wish to have so large a garden the owners are prepared to separate off the second area and retain it – currently the total plot size is 1,436 sq metres.

17/6/2008