Blakes Cottage – Charming Listed Period Cottage in Historic Chepstow

Blakes Cottage is a pretty Grade Listed cottage dating from the 1820s, full of original period character including wooden floors, original fireplaces and feature details throughout.

Located in the historic heart of Chepstow, this delightful home is just a few moments’ walk from the River Wye, Chepstow Castle, local shops, restaurants, coffee shops and schools. The property also offers excellent transport links with easy access to the M4/M5, Bristol, Bath, Cardiff, Cheltenham and Gloucester.

The accommodation comprises:

Ground Floor

• Entrance leading into a characterful living room with feature chimney breast and fireplace, built-in storage cupboards, sash window and fitted carpet
• Fitted kitchen with a range of units, built-in oven and hob, space and plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor and original period fireplace

First Floor

• Front double bedroom with original casement window, exposed wooden flooring and cast iron fireplace
• Bathroom with roll-top bath and shower over, WC and wash basin
• Rear bedroom (suitable as a single or small double) overlooking the garden

Second Floor

• Double attic bedroom accessed via original spiral wooden stairs, with original flooring and Velux windows offering views towards the castle

Outside, the property benefits from a pretty rear garden, mainly laid to lawn with flower borders, storage shed and gated access to the rear car park. Parking permits are available through the council.

Please note: As a listed property, Blakes Cottage has two sets of original steep stairs. Due to this feature, the property has been assessed by the local council as unsuitable for households with babies or young children under the age of 5. The property would ideally suit a professional couple or a couple with one child.

Parking -  1 parking permits can be applied for via the council (£195 per annum) 2nd vehicles would be subject to long term pass prices.

One small pet may be considered.

Affordability criteria: Minimum household income of £45,000

• Applicants will be required to complete a full referencing process, including:

  • Proof of income and affordability assessment
  • Employment/income verification
  • Previous landlord or letting agent references (where applicable)
  • Credit checks
  • Right to Rent checks (where applicable)

  
  
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  Summary & Exclusions:
  - Rent Amount: £1,250.00 per month (£288.46 per week)
  - Deposit / Bond: £1,250.00
  - 3 Bedrooms
  - 1 Bathrooms
  - Property comes unfurnished
  - Available to move in from 20 July 2026
  - Minimum tenancy term is 6 months
  - Maximum number of tenants is 2
  - No Students
  - No Smokers
  - Bills not included
  - Property has parking
  - Property has garden access
  - EPC Rating: E
  
  If calling, please quote reference: 2156570
  
  Fees:
  You will not be charged any admin fees.
  
  
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