Llanbister, Llandrindod Wells, Powys

Description

Cwmllechwedd Fawr is a wonderfully situated country property, offering an ideal lifestyle for those seeking a tranquil way of living. This remarkable residence sits in around 15 acres of land, encompassing paddocks, gardens, and a picturesque natural lake surrounded by a charming wooded area. A home that is perfect for those with an equestrian interest as the property boasts a bridleway passing through, leading directly to thousands of acres of open moorland. The captivating house, constructed in 1810, is accompanied by a one-bedroom detached self-contained cottage, perfect for overflow accommodation or holiday rental. Additionally, there is an impressive array of traditional and modern outbuildings suitable for many uses.

Location

Cwmllechwedd lies in a quiet valley about 2 miles from the settlement of Llanbister, a rural village with primary school and a public house. The nearby towns of Llandrindod Wells, Newtown and Knighton are all easily accessible and offer a good range of shopping and leisure amenities. The area surrounding the property is dominated by agriculture and known for it livestock production and fertile lands. The wider area forms part of the Welsh Marches with good links into Mid Wales and the English borders.

Walk Inside

The Cwmllechwedd Fawr residence is believed to have originated in 1810 and is recognised as the principal house in the area. Many of the primary rooms benefit from a south westerly orientation, providing picturesque views of the beautifully landscaped surroundings. Upon entering the residence through the entrance hall, one is led into the main reception room, featuring a substantial fireplace with a fitted woodburner and a Welsh dragon emblem painted onto the firebreast. Doors from this room open onto the charming garden terrace, offering an excellent spot to enjoy the evening sun. Adjacent to this space is the sitting room, a cosy area with a wood-burning stove, and an additional set of doors leading into the garden room, which could serve as an ideal home office.

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The central hallway, featuring the second staircase to the first floor, includes a WC closet and a door providing access to the highly practical cellar. Continuing beyond, you'll find the expansive kitchen adorned with a flagstone floor, an attractive array of fitted units with a central island, and a 4-oven oil-fired AGA. Ample space for a dining table is complemented by a generously sized walk-in pantry.

First Floor

The spacious first floor landing enjoys a great space to sit and read whilst providing access to each of the three double bedrooms all enjoying their own private en-suite facilities. There are two further double bedrooms on the second floor supported with a shower room.

Walk Outside

The property enjoys beautiful garden to the front and side to include large areas of lawn, a terraced seating area and mature shrubbery beds.

The Cwtch Cottage

The Cwtch is situated alongside the main house and has been used by the current owners as a successful holiday let. The accommodation provides and open plan living area with attractive fireplace with woodburner; a kitchen, bathroom and a first floor double bedroom with open gallery. The property offers great scope for a variety of uses (subject to any consents that may be required).

Outbuildings

The property enjoys a great range of outbuildings which include a charming 19th Century two storey traditional livestock building; Part brick and timber frame arranged in a 'T' shape and adjoining the rear of the house; Livestock shed of steel portal frame construction and concrete floor; Storage Shed of portal frame construction and hosting the PV solar panels on the roof and the boat house, a timber frame structure adjacent to the lake.

The Land

The land amounts to about 14.5 acreswhich include some useful grass paddocks ideal for livestock and ponies, a small area of woodland close to the lake and the lovely gardens that adjoing the main dwelling.

NOTES

There is a Bridleway and footpath passing through the property. There is a Right of Way for the adjoining landowner to pass through the property to gain access to their farmland. Most of the lane leading to the property from the council road is owned by the property, although there is short section over which the sellers have a Right of Way.

Mobile & Internet Coverage:

Please refer to Ofcom by using the following link; sellers use ‘Starlink’ for their internet broadband.