The Big House, Lower Quay Road, Hook, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62

If ‘messing about in boats’ and ‘peace and tranquility’ are high on your wish list, then look no further. The Big House sits on the Cleddau River where the water is accessible at both low and high tide, walking straight from your garden onto the foreshore. This detached circa 1800’s family home with two reception rooms, farmhouse dining kitchen, four bedrooms and master with en-suite, is utterly charming. Along with ‘The Little House’, a beautifully converted studio annex with potential to enlarge further into the neighbouring workshop (STP) if required, ideal for multi-generational living or holiday let, overflow accommodation. (The sellers also have a picture book 64 page PDF documenting their life at the Big House please request this separately if interested.) Bursting with characterful charm and occupying a truly magical location on one of the most beautiful and tranquil stretches of water in Pembrokeshire. The Big House is a short drive away from the village of Hook with a thriving community and local amenities and the county town of Haverfordwest. Offering water views from three of the primary bedrooms to the rear of the property, the dining room, and the sitting room with door inviting you outside to the large patio running alongside the shoreline, The Big House is surrounded by natural beauty. Approached by a private country track with shared access, a driveway to the side with ample parking space, kitchen garden overlooking the river, with steps leading down to a stone seating area, level lawns, two large log stores and garden shed, complete the offering. The Big House, where you and the water are one. Client Quote: "The Big House has never been flooded, nor has the cottage just downstream which is set at a lower level. Tides have not remotely threatened The Big House at any time during our tenure. If there were ever any concerns the garden wall could easily be raised. Flood risk has no impact on insurance premiums for The Big House." Vendor Insight..... “We believe the property was originally a traditional farm house so, back in the day, it probably was the local ‘Big House’. Located next to the water, this was my husband’s dream realised, and we instantly fell in love with the gorgeous location,” say the owners. “National Geographic previously ranked Pembrokeshire’s coastline as the second most beautiful coastline in the world. We often head out for beach walks with our dog and a picnic. If we’re not at the beach, then we’re probably having fun on the water. It’s so close to us that it would be criminal not to use it for sailing – including joining the annual ‘Beating of the Bounds’ flotilla; canoeing; swimming; windsurfing and great fishing. We can launch our boats from next to the house and moorings are right in front, so it’s super convenient. We also use them for pub evenings down river. We rarely need to get in the car to have fun. There is a village website detailing what’s on here and our friendly social club is just that – very social – offering a diverse range of clubs and events.” “We make the most of the garden in the good weather. Asparagus spears emerge as our veggie patch springs into life and there’s nothing better than freshly caught mackerel and sea bass on the BBQ. We have a large driveway, ideal for when we have guests, and have hosted special celebrations, including birthdays, Christmas parties, and a baby shower.” “From our kitchen window we have views over woodland and are visited by a lovely variety of birds including woodpeckers and nuthatches. There is also an owl who lives in the trees at the top of the lane. Our sitting room overlooks the estuary and offers a different variety of birdlife from cormorants and curlews to lapwings and linnets. Deciduous trees on the other side of the water change with the seasons showcasing their autumnal colours and turning almost florescent green as the leaves re-emerge in spring. We can also watch boats head up towards Haverfordwest and back and wave to the members of the local rowing club as they pass the house.” “We’re one of six properties and everyone here is friendly helping each other out when needed. It means we never feel lonely or isolated. I think that’s why it’s so relaxing living here. We all embrace the outdoors at every opportunity making The Big House more than just a home – it’s a fabulous lifestyle.” More information on request for this spectacular home. NEGOTIATIONS All interested parties are respectfully requested to negotiate directly with the Selling Agents. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS On putting forward an offer to purchase you will be required to produce adequate identification to prove your identity within the terms of the Money Laundering Regulations (MLR 2017 came into force 26th June 2017). Appropriate examples: Passport or Photographic Driving Licence and a recent Utility Bill. MORTGAGE SERVICES if you require a Mortgage, (whether buying through Fine and Country West Wales or any other agent), then please get in touch. We have an in-house independent mortgage adviser who has access to a wealth of mortgage products. Appointments can be arranged to suit your individual requirements. Should you decide to use the services of a mortgage broker, you should know that we would expect to receive a referral fee of £250.00 from them for recommending you to them. SURVEY DEPARTMENT if you are not buying through Fine and Country West Wales then why not let our qualified surveyors inspect and report on the home you are buying before you complete the purchase. We can undertake RICS Home Surveys Level 1, Level 2 (survey only), and Level 2 (survey and valuation) these will provide a comment on any significant defects and items requiring repair. For further information contact any of our offices.