If anyone is currently looking for a house for sale in Pembrokeshire they might think that the variety of homes on offer are predominantly pretty, period properties.
From cute cottages and traditional terraces to farmhouses and large country mansions, the beautiful area certainly has a wealth of lovely homes on offer.
However, if the main style of abode on a buyer's wish-list is a high-end, contemporary new build, more likely to be a footballer's home than a traditional farmer's abode, then there is usually less property choice.
One modern house for sale that might demand a potential buyer's attention is Llamedos, a five bedroom dream home located in Crundale less than a mile from the bustling town of Haverfordwest.
Maybe the most striking first impression of this contemporary, posh pad is the double apex facade boasting floor to roof windows in each of its wings.
Flanked by the vast sheets of glass is a large, integrated balcony tempting an owner out to enjoy breakfast, lunch or a sunset supper whilst admiring the views across the established landscaped garden.
Walk into Llamedos and instantly the incredible design of the glass-fronted apex wings of the building ensures a sense of light and space.
One wing of this dream home has a substantial open-plan living area combining a glossy, contemporary kitchen with island and breakfast bar with a large dining area that can easily accommodate eight people, if not more.
The room then flows into the lounge area and one of the show-stopping elements of the house.
The space becomes double height, lifting into a semi-vaulted ceiling and incorporating two banks of glass that rise up into the apex of the roof. Wow.
The abundant light floods in and, with a bank of windows to the side too, the seating area is surrounded by garden views making it feel like it is actually located within the outdoor greenery.
The wall to wall bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden terrace and create a seamless inside/outside scenario currently so popular with home buyers.
Of course, a statement space needs a statement light and the current owners have not disappointed with their choice.
The lounge light fitting creates added visual interest but does not block or hinder the views to the garden - in fact, the multi-level golden, glass orbs add to the landscape scene beyond.
Above the open-plan living room is a mezzanine level that is not just a viewing platform for the light fitting and garden views.
With working from home likely to become even more popular in the near future, the dedicated study area on the first floor mezzanine level is a handy extra space.
However, the mezzanine has distracting elevated views of the garden so it's probably just as well the desk is facing the wall.
On the plus side, according to the estate agent selling Llamedos, the property has super fast broadband speed so there's no excuse for a home worker to miss their deadlines.
On the ground floor within the opposite wing can be found another lounge.
This room might not have the stunning double-height design of its neighbour, but it is by no means a small space.
Approximately six by five metres in size the room has a log burner for a more intimate atmosphere during cold winter days and a set of bi-fold doors to the garden to throw open during hot summer days.
This ground floor of this posh pad also includes two double bedrooms that share a 'jack and jill' shower room, with access via either room, plus a downstairs toilet and a utility room.
Up the central staircase to the galleried study space, and there are two further ensuite bedrooms to discover and another shining star of this stunning home; the master bedroom suite.
Occupying the whole of one of the wings of the house on this first floor, the mastersuite has many impressive features clamoring for attention.
Firstly the ensuite bathroom is bigger than many main bedrooms of standard semi-detached and terrace house across the country!.
Sitting in prime position in the centre of the room is a contemporary free-standing bath positioned at an angle that an occupant can glimpse garden views from the tub via a double width opening to the bedroom and its vast windows.
The substantial ensuite has ample room for a double sink unit, double mirrored cabinets and a double sized walk-in shower.
The bedroom itself enjoys the floor to ceiling glass windows rising into the apex of the roof.
The one-way tinted glass used in the master bedroom is a stroke of genius; no-one can see in but the sunrise and garden views can be enjoyed by the owner directly from the pillow.
That's also a saving to be made on commissioning a potentially expensive, bespoke curtain system to fit the quirky shape of the windows.
The interior design throughout the property is contemporary as expected but the predominantly fresh white walls are used as a backdrop for natural, structural materials such as wood and glass and added tactile furniture and accessories such as plush velvet, canvas and leather.
The whole scheme is punctured with pops of colour and statement pattern that ensures the home has visual personality as well as architectural intrigue.
The super stylish abode sits on just under one acre of garden and enjoys total privacy surrounded by mature trees, fences and hedging, creating an oasis of calm within this peaceful spot in Pembrokeshire, whatever is happening outside the gates.
If the weather is unfavourable then the owners have had a fairly unique structure built in the garden - a Scandinavian style hut with a large central firepit surrounded by a circle of comfy seating.
Who says you can't enjoy a BBQ in the rain in Wales?
To the rear of the house is a section of garden based more on function than fun, with the bonus of a greenhouse, main shed, potting shed and wood store as well as an established vegetable plot.
The garden can be worked hard to support the home by growing fresh produce but the house can offer to pull its weight too, as the property comes with a self-contained one bedroom holiday let.
Situated above the double garage, this modern and rather surprising addition to the property offers holidaymakers to the area a contemporary base to enjoy the delights of the county, whilst providing extra income for the home owner.
The interior design and standard of finish of the apartment mimics that presented in the main house.
According to the estate agent selling Llamodes the holiday let is currently fully booked until the end of the holiday season.
Finally the house can offer a potential new owner some environmental credentials too.
According to the estate agent selling this dream home the property has solar panels, rainwater harvesting, insulation, and heating via an eco-boiler that results in a B+ energy efficiency and environmental impact rating.
You don't have to be a current or past footballer to enjoy the prospect of living in Llamedos but you will need a budget of £750,000.
For further details contact estate agent Country Living Group on 01437 616101.
