4 bedroom detached house

A charming traditional Welsh long cottage, set within grounds extending to 1.72 acres in an idyllic location on the banks of the river Alyn.


Situation
Ffynnon Wenwyl is set within the heart of a private and secluded plot, on the banks of the river Alyn. The property and grounds enjoy picturesque views across the local rural countryside, with each aspect of the plot enjoying a differing view. The property is located on the outskirts of the popular village of Llanarmon-Yn-Ial, Denbighshire in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The village of Llanarmon-yn-Ial is a particularly sought-after location with the village centred around St. Garmons church. The village also benefits from a highly regarded community run public house, village shop and community village hall all within short distance from the property.

On the recreational front, the area is renowned for scenic walks along Bryn Alyn and the Clwydian Range, including nearby Moel Famau. Local education facilities include Ysgol Bro Famau, Ysgol Brynhyfrydd in Ruthin, Mold Alun High school in Mold and independent schools including King’s and Queen’s Schools in Chester.

In terms of general amenities, while the village provides adequate services, the nearby towns of Ruthin and Mold provide a more comprehensive offering, with the historic Roman city of Chester providing further choices.
The property is well situated for commuting, with the north Wales expressway within 10 miles, providing access to the commercial centres of the Northwest. Also, Chester station offers direct services to London, Euston within 2 hours.

The Property
Ffynnon Wenwyl, is a charming, detached period residence of stone and brick construction. The original dwelling dates back to the 17th century and has an abundance of historical features throughout both the main residence and adjoining outbuildings. The property is named after the historic spring which originates within the grounds and flows directly into the river Alyn, of which the property shares a boundary as well as benefiting from fishing rights along its banks. The property has a plethora of outbuildings and offers numerous opportunities, including converting part of the building to holiday accommodation and the possibility of converting the shippon into its own residence, subject to the relevant planning approvals.

Accommodation
The properties primary entrance is located to the rear of the residence and opens into the main entrance hall, which provides access into the kitchen, dining room and WC. The kitchen is particularly well appointed, with ample floor and wall mounted units under an acrylic worktop, the kitchen enjoys a wonderful dual aspect outlook over part of the rear garden and neighbouring farmland. The dining room is spacious and has exposed stone walls throughout, while also enjoying an impressive inglenook fireplace with raised stone hearth and multifuel burning stove. Directly off the dining room, to one corner is a spacious home office and to the other, an inner hallway providing access to large family reception room, which has a large picture window overlooking the wonderful gardens. Back onto the inner hall, there is a raised step which leads to the forked staircase, as well as a sunroom. To the far side of the reception room, is a door leading into what could be split should co-inhabiting or a holiday cottage be required. This area comprises a further living room, bedroom, kitchenette, shower room and boot room. This section of the house also benefits from two external entrances to either side, to provide independence from the main residence, should this be required.

To the first floor, the left hand staircase rises to the principal bedroom, which has been fitted with built in wardrobes and has an enviably sized En suite bathroom, comprising a Carron whirlpool bath with overhead hand shower, wash hand basin and WC as well as benefiting from ample storage cupboards. The right-hand staircase rises to the further three bedrooms, one of which has a jack and jill access, so could be utilised as a further sitting room. Each of these bedrooms are serviced by the family shower room.

The Shippon
The shippon is a wonderful addition to the overall plot, accessed directly off the drive, it is split into multiple sections and could be converted into a subsequent dwelling, subject to the relevant planning approvals. The first section has double timber doors opening into a wide space which could easily be used as a garage. This room also has internal doors opening into a workshop, with stairs rising to a hobby room to the first floor with French doors leading out onto a raised balcony, which enjoys some of the best views the property has to offer.

The other section of the shippon is also accessed through double timber doors and has a polished concrete flooring and hosts the inverter for the solar panels. A further internal door opens into “the green room” which is laid with stones and a raised decked area providing an amazing indoor seating area, with double sliding doors leading to the rear garden.

Gardens and Grounds
Ffynnon Wenwyl enjoys a wonderfully sized plot, measuring approximately 1.72 acres, with the gardens split into numerous differing sections. The property is accessed directly off a minor road, leading onto a gravel driveway, which in turn ends at a large parking area, with space for numerous vehicles.

The northern section of the garden runs the length of the plot and shares a border with the river Alyn and benefits from fishing rights across the properties bank. This section of garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a host of native trees, shrubberies and a raised band stand seating area. Running parallel with the property is a neatly landscaped cottage garden behind a dry-stone wall.

The southern section of garden is also laid to lawn and runs the length of the driveway and behind the shippon building. Further along, there is a raised vegetable patch and an area known to the current owners as the snowdrop walk.

Connecting both the northern and southern sections of garden and located to the eastern point of the plot, is a wonderfully tranquil area surrounded by trees and sharing a bank with the river and the historical natural spring, which flows into the river. There is a small timber bridge over this spring leading to a timber chalet, which overlooks the river Alyn.

Aside from the gardens, the property has numerous outbuildings in addition to those previously mentioned, the largest of which is adjoining the property and is believed to have historically been a residential dwelling. This outbuilding is currently used as a log store but has reminiscence of its previous life, with a wonderful cast iron stove in one section and the exposed remains of a wattle and daub wall in another. As well as this, there are also the remains of agricultural buildings, of stone construction within the grounds.

Fixtures and Fixtures
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
The property is serviced by mains electricity, water, oil and private drainage.

The property also benefits from 21 solar panels installed in September 2011. The electricity generated is free and helps to offset the house’s electricity costs. In addition, the system has a guaranteed index/linked tax-free income for 25yrs which currently generates over £2000 per year.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 26 Mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 26 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 26th March 2023). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different. None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by
the selling agents.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with no onward chain.

Local Authority
Denbighshire county council.
Council tax band G

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible.

Viewings
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode: CH7 4QD

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From Mold , take the A5119 out of Mold and take the second exit at the roundabout signposted for Ruthin A494. Continue along the A494 through Gwernymynydd and past Loggerheads country park and the village of Llanferres. After passing through Llanferres take the left junction onto the B5430 signposted Llanarmon-Yn-Ial and after approximately 0.7 of a mile turn right onto the minor road. Continue for approximately 0.6 of a mile and the property entrance can be found on the left-hand side