Renovated six-bed hunting lodge which featured on Grand Designs goes up for sale again after failing to attract a buyer... for £100,000 more
Kemeys Folly, which is set in 24 acres of land, was put up for sale for £1.85m after its stunning renovation featured on the Channel 4 programme.
But the Grade II-listed luxury home near Newport, South Wales, failed to attract a buyer and has now been listed for an extra £100,000 two years later.
The once derelict property was bought by investment banker Dean Berry and his wife Sarah for £830,000 in October 2005.
Grand Designs followed the Welsh couple on their self-build journey as they restored the 18th-century site in 2009.
The property was originally a stone built hunting lodge for the Sheriff of Monmouth and sits on a hilltop with views across the Vale of Usk.
As well as six bedrooms - of which five have en-suites - the finished £1.95million property now boasts a cinema room and a glass extension.
Outside, there are formal gardens, several outbuildings and a detached leisure building that includes an indoor swimming pool.
The master bedroom takes up an entire floor of the tower which opens up to its own roof terrace for buyers to enjoy.
There is also a 43ft open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area for entertaining guests.
Dean and Sarah, who are originally from Wales, began the major work on the property back in 2007.
Dean previously said: 'We were very fortunate to be introduced to the property by a family friend.
'It was very clear that this was a unique property and unlike anything I had seen before.
'The wow factor hit me straight away. The opportunity to own a small castle in this part of the world was something I couldn't turn down.
'The chance to be able to build in this location, semi-rural but with great access to the motorway network, and to be able to put a stamp on an area of such natural beauty was amazing.
'Having the folly itself stand proud and be restored is brilliant, but then having the wonderful glass extension that stretches all the way across the ridge is great.
The property has good access to transport links, making it appealing to commuters - as it is less than three miles from the M4
The property has a large glass extension that curves out of the side of the restored folly and provides plenty of space for a family
'My favourite part of the property has to be the views. The jewel in the crown has to be the view from the top of the folly.
'You can see nine counties from here. It's one of my favourite places and we've had lots of parties out here.'
Number One Real Estate said: 'Enjoying a commanding hill-top setting, this recently renovated wonderful home offers a 43ft open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, and an exceptional master suite with an expansive balcony and terrace.
'There are six bedrooms in all (five of them en-suite) ¬- two further in the original building and three in the single-storey glazed extension.
'Kemeys Folly also offers a cinema room, plus high-speed broadband and an entertainment system throughout the property.'
It added: 'Viewing is essential to truly appreciate the design, views and magnificence of this outstanding property.'
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