Ton Farm Ton Road, Usk, NP15 1PD

Step inside this incredible Grade II* listed house and the centuries of history welcomes and envelopes you instantly.

Open the historic front door with 1663 carved into it and wander through the three-storey porch that nestles into the centre of the house and you step straight into the 17th century with rooms packed with breathtaking character and exceptional preservation' that led the property to being awarded a Grade II* listed by Cadw.

But the house happily offers you modern day comfort too via a combination of past and present that will see this much-loved home survive and thrive well into the future.

The inviting entrance hall boasts flagstone floors and a sweeping, hardwood staircase as well as glimpses of the other incredible rooms on this level.

Wander into the dining room to the right and you wont ever want to leave. The log burner nestled into a substantial and impressive inglenook fireplace is warm and inviting.

The wooden floor and ceiling beams top and tail the space in period character and creates an intimate and inviting atmosphere within which to enjoy family meals and dinner parties sat around the substantial central table.

There are a number of ceiling beams, as you might expect, a charming latch door that dates back to the 17th century by the fireplace that leads to an original stone staircase to the first floor and original leaded windows, but maybe it's the wall of wood panelling that is the most impressive historic gem to delight within this room.

It's the perfect place to relax and watch the wild weather and the abundance of wildlife and birds hurry about their business, a place to chat with friends or read in peace and a fabulous spot to work from home cocooned in nature - how could you not be inspired?

On the opposite side of the central hall is another charm and social area.

The sitting room can boast a beast of an inglenook fireplace with exposed stone walls, a flagstone hearth and a robust log burner nestled inside that throws out oodles of heat.

Its easily calling you over to sit next to the roaring flames and get cosy on the sofa as you admire the historic charm of this space.

An open double doorway leads into the country kitchen that effortlessly combines a traditional style with the modern appliances and storage - everything a cook requires with the stunning deep blue Aga a standout feature.

This kitchen goes a step further than most to ensure the cook has company, not just via the integrated seating at the kitchen island but via the built-in window seat too, where surely hours of chat occur while the feast is being prepared and cooked.

Also on the ground floor is a handy and sizable utility room/ boot room with a door out to the garden, a cloakroom that boasts a wonderfully traditional toilet and flagstone floor, and a handy storage cupboard next to the third staircase that this historic home offers.

Take any of the trio of stairs to explore the three double bedrooms on the first floor that all combine character, ample space, and a unique view of the gorgeous grounds framed by the ancient windows.

There are beams, there are internal doors dating back centuries, and there are thoughtful choices of decor on this upper level, especially in the principal bedroom ensuite and family bathroom that perfectly combine timeless and tasteful statement pieces that are ideal for now and the future but expertly reference the past.

The house has an attic with two spacious rooms that adds an extra layer of excitement - the potential to create a fourth bedroom with planning consent.

Step outside into truly tranquil grounds, an oasis of peace teeming with wildlife and boasting mesmerising, far-reaching views of the glorious Usk Valley in all directions.

The around 15 acres of land that sweeps around the historic house offers an idyllic setting that perfectly creates a rural retreat, with breathtaking vistas as an everchanging natural backdrop and a soundtrack of birdsong for any and all activities that the land can happily host.

How about enjoying a quiet brunch on the sunny rear terrace looking out over the pond, a busy summer BBQ with all the family and visiting friends, games to enjoy on the extensive and mainly level lawns, evening strolls as the sunsets - this house and its grounds effortlessly delivers it all.

Of course, as one of the oldest and most impressive country homes in the area it has the quintessential sweeping driveway that meanders through the secluded land.

The gentle journey raises the anticipation that there will be a special property waiting at the end, and this grand detached historic house does not disappoint.

There's ample parking for the many guests that will always want to visit this welcoming abode, plus a detached double garage that includes an external staircase leading to accommodation on the first floor.

This area is a brilliant bonus that has a bedroom, shower room and open-plan lounge diner with kitchenette making a very versatile space indeed - home office, workshop, gym, cinema, den for the kids, annexe for guests or another member of the family the choice is yours.

What3Words///sprains.hiring.livid EPC Rating: F Location The house has been a happy home for centuries nestled into the Usk Valley, a glorious landscape that undulates across fields and hedgerows, woodland and streams as it meanders towards Newport.

The views are amazing and the outdoor lifestyle the location offers is so enticing - walks along trails, bike rides across rolling countryside, pony treks down bridleways, pints at a country pub and with the occasional medieval ruin to encounter and explore too.

Close neighbours include the Wye Valley and Bannau Brycheiniog National Park to visit for further memorable outdoor experiences.

The valley is an idyllic place to call home but is also well connected for socialising and every day needs.

The estate is on the edge of the charming village of Llangybi and a few miles to the south is Usk, a pretty market town that regularly turns up in lists that contain the best places to live in Wales, and if you want a city, a major train route and a motorway to the rest of the UK, Newport is just a few miles to the south.