Llechfraeth Uchaf, Bontddu LL40 2UP
OIRO £450,000
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Llechfraeth Uchaf is a charming detached three-bedroom cottage of traditional stone construction beneath a slated roof, situated within the sought-after setting of Parc Eryri (Snowdonia National Park). The property benefits from an attached annexe suite, accessible both internally from the main house and independently via its own external entrance.
Occupying an elevated south-facing position, all principal living rooms and bedrooms, along with the sunroom/conservatory and annexe, enjoy outstanding panoramic views across the surrounding countryside towards the Mawddach Estuary and the Cader Idris mountain range.
The current owner, an architect, has invested in excess of £200,000 over the years in extending and enhancing the property. Notable improvements include the acquisition of additional land, increasing the total plot to approximately 0.38 acres, along with the creation of an upgraded driveway providing parking for three vehicles and the addition of two sheds. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped to include three patio areas, a dedicated barbecue space, and a striking reflecting pool, all designed to maximise enjoyment of the exceptional setting.
Further enhancements include the addition of the annexe and a sunroom/conservatory, creating versatile living accommodation. The annexe has previously generated a gross income of approximately £12,000 per annum (as of 2023), offering excellent potential for continued use as a holiday let or guest accommodation.
The property has also been upgraded with improved insulation and replacement windows (achieving an EPC rating of ‘C’), alongside high-quality solid oak features including the staircase, internal doors, beams, and kitchen fittings. Solar panels provide hot water and generate an annual income of approximately £1,700 through a feed-in tariff.
The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance lobby, utility room, hallway, bathroom, kitchen/dining room, and a sitting room featuring an inglenook fireplace, along with a sunroom/conservatory to the rear offering seamless indoor-outdoor living. To the first floor, there is a landing leading to three bedrooms (one currently utilised as an office) and an additional WC.
A soundproof interconnecting door links the main house to the annexe suite, which comprises an open-plan sitting room/kitchen, bathroom, and a loft/mezzanine bedroom. The annexe suite also benefits from its own private patio and garden area.
The property would appeal to a wide range of buyers, including those relocating to the area or existing residents seeking to upgrade, with the added advantage of income potential from the annexe. Further benefits include mains water, private septic tank drainage, and the property is offered for sale with no onward chain.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the setting, views, and quality of accommodation on offer.
Location
Bontddu is a village situated half way between the market town of Dolgellau (approx. 5 miles) and the seaside resort of Barmouth.
The ancient market town of Dolgellau sits within an area of outstanding natural beauty set in the Southern Snowdonia National Park, at the foot of the Cader Idris mountain range. Dolgellau is an excellent base for walkers and outdoor pursuits. The town provides a small cottage hospital, primary & secondary schools, a tertiary college as well as restaurants, pubs, library, rugby & cricket clubs and is within 10 miles of the coast and 6 miles of a main line railway station.
The picturesque seaside town of Barmouth is located on the West Coast of North Wales and lying between a mountain range and the sea on the mouth of the river Mawddach, is arguably one of the most beautiful locations in Wales. The town itself offers an array of restaurants, pubs, cafes and local independent shops. The surrounding countryside provides superb opportunities for outdoor/water activities.
Council Tax Band: E - £2,982.06
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, Garage
Garden details: Private Garden
Electricity supply: Mains, Solar
Heating: Electric
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Septic Tank
Broadband: ADSL
Rights & easements: Shared driveway
Occupying an elevated south-facing position, all principal living rooms and bedrooms, along with the sunroom/conservatory and annexe, enjoy outstanding panoramic views across the surrounding countryside towards the Mawddach Estuary and the Cader Idris mountain range.
The current owner, an architect, has invested in excess of £200,000 over the years in extending and enhancing the property. Notable improvements include the acquisition of additional land, increasing the total plot to approximately 0.38 acres, along with the creation of an upgraded driveway providing parking for three vehicles and the addition of two sheds. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped to include three patio areas, a dedicated barbecue space, and a striking reflecting pool, all designed to maximise enjoyment of the exceptional setting.
Further enhancements include the addition of the annexe and a sunroom/conservatory, creating versatile living accommodation. The annexe has previously generated a gross income of approximately £12,000 per annum (as of 2023), offering excellent potential for continued use as a holiday let or guest accommodation.
The property has also been upgraded with improved insulation and replacement windows (achieving an EPC rating of ‘C’), alongside high-quality solid oak features including the staircase, internal doors, beams, and kitchen fittings. Solar panels provide hot water and generate an annual income of approximately £1,700 through a feed-in tariff.
The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance lobby, utility room, hallway, bathroom, kitchen/dining room, and a sitting room featuring an inglenook fireplace, along with a sunroom/conservatory to the rear offering seamless indoor-outdoor living. To the first floor, there is a landing leading to three bedrooms (one currently utilised as an office) and an additional WC.
A soundproof interconnecting door links the main house to the annexe suite, which comprises an open-plan sitting room/kitchen, bathroom, and a loft/mezzanine bedroom. The annexe suite also benefits from its own private patio and garden area.
The property would appeal to a wide range of buyers, including those relocating to the area or existing residents seeking to upgrade, with the added advantage of income potential from the annexe. Further benefits include mains water, private septic tank drainage, and the property is offered for sale with no onward chain.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the setting, views, and quality of accommodation on offer.
Location
Bontddu is a village situated half way between the market town of Dolgellau (approx. 5 miles) and the seaside resort of Barmouth.
The ancient market town of Dolgellau sits within an area of outstanding natural beauty set in the Southern Snowdonia National Park, at the foot of the Cader Idris mountain range. Dolgellau is an excellent base for walkers and outdoor pursuits. The town provides a small cottage hospital, primary & secondary schools, a tertiary college as well as restaurants, pubs, library, rugby & cricket clubs and is within 10 miles of the coast and 6 miles of a main line railway station.
The picturesque seaside town of Barmouth is located on the West Coast of North Wales and lying between a mountain range and the sea on the mouth of the river Mawddach, is arguably one of the most beautiful locations in Wales. The town itself offers an array of restaurants, pubs, cafes and local independent shops. The surrounding countryside provides superb opportunities for outdoor/water activities.
Council Tax Band: E - £2,982.06
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, Garage
Garden details: Private Garden
Electricity supply: Mains, Solar
Heating: Electric
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Septic Tank
Broadband: ADSL
Rights & easements: Shared driveway
Features
- Stunning Views of Mawddach Estuary & Mountains
- Semi rural location
- 3 Bedroom House & Annexe
- Standing in approx. 0.36 acres
- Beautifully presented gardens
- Refurbished to a high standard
- Sitting Room
- Kitchen/Dining Room
- Sun Room
- Current EPC Rating C
Entrance Hallway
w: 2.58m x l: 1.39m
Door to side, window to rear, ceiling downlights, electric storage heater, tiled floor.
Utility
w: 2.17m x l: 1.69m
Window to rear, ceiling downlights, circular sink, marble effect worktop, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, solar panel control box, tiled floor.
Inner Hallway
w: 2.5m x l: 1.95m
Ceiling downlights, staircase to first floor, meter cupboards, electric storage heater, oak floor.
Bathroom
w: 1.88m x l: 1.63m
Window to rear, ceiling downlights, fully tiled walls, 'P' shaped jacuzzi style bath with shower screen and mains shower, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled splash backs, LED mirror above, low level W.C, part oak flooring and part tiled flooring.
Kitchen/Dining Room
w: 5.12m x l: 3m
Picture window to front with stunning views of the Mawddach estuary, deep tiled window sill, ceiling downlights, exposed beams, 11 wall units with under cabinet lighting, 9 base units to include integral fridge/freezer under granite effect worktop, integral single oven, 4 ring ceramic hob with splash back and extractor fan above, 1 1/4 ceramic sink and drainer, electric storage heater, tiled floor.
Sun Room
w: 2.98m x l: 4.41m
With heat resistant roof glass, 2 floor to ceiling glass sliding patio doors, 2 windows to front and side, door to side, electric underfloor heating, tiled floor.
Sitting Room
w: 4.93m x l: 4.75m
Window to front with window seat, window to rear, ceiling downlights, exposed beams, large inglenook fireplace with oak beam and slate hearth, wall lights, electric storage heater, carpet.
From inglenook: slate steps lead to to additional accommodation.
Double sound insulated fire doors into:
From inglenook: slate steps lead to to additional accommodation.
Double sound insulated fire doors into:
Sitting Room/Kitchen
w: 4.57m x l: 5.88m
French doors to front with view to garden and mountains with access to patio area, 2 Velux to front, window to rear, ceiling downlights, wall lights, 3 wall units, 4 base units under a granite effect worktop, stainless steel sink and drainer, dishwasher and fridge, tiled splash back, extractor fan, part carpet, part tiled floor, underfloor heating.
Paddle step staircase to mezzanine bedroom area.
Paddle step staircase to mezzanine bedroom area.
Bathroom
w: 1.77m x l: 1.54m
Window to rear, panel 'jacuzzi' style bath with mains shower above, mainly tiled walls, low level W.C., vanity wash hand basin, extractor fan, shaver socket and light, underfloor heating, tiled floor.
Rear Entrance
w: 0.89m x l: 0.74m
Door to rear, tiled floor.
Mezzanine
w: 3.71m x l: 2.42m
Window to side, boiler, carpet.
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From inner hallway, staircase to:
Landing
w: 1.8m x l: 1m
Door and window to rear, oak floor.
Bedroom 1
w: 3.44m x l: 4.66m
picture window to front with stunning views, electric panel heater, carpet.
Dual opening into wardrobe area, built-in cupboard, carpet.
Dual opening into wardrobe area, built-in cupboard, carpet.
Dressing Room
w: 1.84m x l: 2.1m
Occasional 3rd bedroom.
Picture window to front with stunning views, shelving, electric panel heater, wall light, oak floor.
Picture window to front with stunning views, shelving, electric panel heater, wall light, oak floor.
Bedroom 2
w: 3.53m x l: 4.65m
Picture window to font iwth stunning vies, exposed beams, built-in wardrobe, under eaves storage, electric panel heater, carpet.
WC
w: 0.84m x l: 1.33m
Window to rear, low level W.C., wash hand basin, built-in LED mirror with shaver socket, oak floor.
Outside
The property is set centrally of a well-established 0.38-acre garden, featuring attractive lawned areas, a reflection pool, paved patio spaces, and a rich variety of mature shrubs and trees. The grounds enjoy breathtaking views across the Mawddach Estuary, the surrounding countryside, and the Cader Idris mountain range.
There is parking available for up to three vehicles, along with a garden shed and access to a useful detached garage.
There is parking available for up to three vehicles, along with a garden shed and access to a useful detached garage.
Reference: RS3234
Branch: Dolgellau
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of these details, it should be noted that the measurements are approximate only. Floorplans are for representation purposes only and prepared according to the RICS Code of Measuring Practice by our floorplan provider. Therefore, the layout of doors, windows and rooms are approximate and should be regarded as such by any prospective purchaser. Any internal photographs are intended as a guide only and it should not be assumed that any of the furniture/fittings are included in any sale. Where shown, details of lease, ground rent and service charge are provided by the vendor and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, as the information may not have been verified and further checks should be made either through your solicitor/conveyance. Where appliances, including central heating, are mentioned, it cannot be assumed that they are in working order, as they have not been tested. Please also note that wiring, plumbing and drains have not been checked.
