Ganarew, Monmouth

Grade II Listed Manor House | Beautiful Historic Property with features | Land Extending to 3.3 acres | 6/7 Bedroom with versatile accommodation | Stunning Grounds and Gardens with Outbuildings

The Manor House is located on the fringes of Monmouth and is the oldest home in the parish of Ganarew, it was part of the Leys Estate – now known as the Wyastone Leys Estate – until 1862. The property sits in glorious grounds in a lovely Hamlet, with easy access onto the A40 for Monmouth and Ross on Wye, along with popular regions of Symonds Yat.

The Manor House is Garde II listed and steeped in history having been in the same ownership since 1970s. The property sits in glorious grounds, overlooking the local church.

The property itself has many period features including wonderful oak panelling, takes full advantage of the south easterly aspect therefore guaranteeing sun all day long. There are panoramic views across the countryside and far distance. In brief it comprises, enclosed porch, reception hall, oak panelled drawing room leading to a private wing with reception lobby, office/living room. Back in the main residence there is a dining room also with oak panelling leading to kitchen/breakfast area with AGA (electric). The rear passage leads to cloak room/WC, laundry, butlers pantry, larder with original vaulted ceiling and slate shelving, wine cellar, cloak room no. 2 and gardeners room. Oak staircase leads to the first floor with galleried landing, master bedroom, dressing area, bathroom and office suite, this area is totally self contained. Landing from the staircase also leads to shower room, guest suite with double bedroom and bathroom and bedroom number three and four (doubles), bathroom to bedroom number 5/potential apartment with separate stone staircase from garden. Stairs to second floor where there are is an attic landing, two attic bedrooms, bathroom all with exposed timbering.

Outside is a private driveway with impressive gates through the grounds and passing the adjacent church, for which there is a private pedestrian gateway. Finally, ending in a sweep in front of the main residence together with garage block forming a courtyard setting. Adjoining the garage is a barn and garage number 2 former stables/workshop, outside log stores, and rainwater harvester with sunken chamber with pump house for irrigation. The gardens are landscaped with orchard to the front, formal gardens with a croquet lawn or tennis, a pavilion with power and BBQ area, To the side are mature trees with spring flowers leading to the walled garden with paved area, water feature, outside dining shelter, lawns leading to impressive vegetable garden with greenhouse (Alitex), mower and potting shed. There is a further 2 acre paddock with gated access from the house and lane.