Bungalow comes with a whole lot more than you'd expect in pretty market town
But there's more to this dated bungalow than might first appear as it comes with a surprise in the garden - not an outbuilding or a swimming pool - although there's plenty of room for one - but a large paddock. How many three-bed market town bungalows in Wales can boast that extra land?
According to the estate agent, the paddock, large garden and enclosure total approximately an acre so there's the possibility of bringing the ponies to live at the property, as well as people. The perimeter of the paddock has a secure boundary consisting of stone walls and post and rail fencing. For more property stories sent to your inbox twice a week sign up to the property newsletter here .
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The cars will be happy too as the home can offer them a wide front drive with oodles of off-road parking and a garage that includes lighting and power which could become a workshop or home office if required.
This brilliant bungalow boasting masses of potential both inside and out is located in the popular town of Caerleon, a charming historic town just outside Newport packed with period character properties and a variety of pubs, restaurants and tea-rooms and access to a section of the national Route 88 cycle path that runs along the river between Caerleon and Newport.
It is considered to be a lovely place to call home, and has been for thousands of years because it is one of Wales' most historic locations. Caerleon was one of the most significant military sites in Britain under the Roman Empire and was home to the 2nd Augustan Legion and visitors and residents can still visit the remains of the baths and barracks.
Arguably the most impressive Roman remains is the amphitheatre - it might not rival Rome's Colosseum but it is incredible just the same, and it is located right next to the renovation bungalow - another unique aspect of this property that no other can claim.
Constructed around AD 90 to entertain the legionaries stationed at Caerleon (called Isca in Roman times), this remarkable amphitheatre was the Roman equivalent of a modern multiplex cinema. Wooden benches provided seating for up to 6,000 spectators who would gather to watch thrilling displays featuring gladiatorial combat and exotic wild animals.
Long after the Romans departed, the amphitheatre gained a new life in Arthurian legend. Geoffrey of Monmouth, a somewhat imaginative scholar from the 12th century, wrote in his 'History of the Kings of Britain' that Arthur was crowned in Caerleon and that the ruined amphitheatre was actually the remains of King Arthur's Round Table.
The bungalow that can boast a duo of delightful bonuses as well as the chance to modernise and add value, is on the market for offers in excess of £550,000 with Crook & Blight, Newport, call 01633 222333 to find out more.
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