Ffatri Farm, Maentwrog, Blaenau Ffestiniog

A once in a generation opportunity to acquire a traditional Welsh smallholding set in a picturesque part of Eryri which offers a characterful traditional Welsh Farmhouse with useful outbuildings and approximately 30.99 acres of pasture and amenity woodland. The smallholding is steeped in history - during the 19th century it was the site of a small slate quarry and, later on, the large barn was used as a woollen mill. Although the waterwheel is long gone, the water pit is still clearly visible.

Farmhouse
Ffatri Farmhouse is a 3-bedroom Welsh farmhouse of stone construction with pebbledash render on the front elevation. The property benefits from natural slate roofing with UPVC windows and doors throughout. Internally, the property is in good structural condition and retains character features throughout.

In brief the property comprises of the following:
.Living room
.Kitchen/Diner
.Front Hallway
.Bathroom
.Bedrooms x 3
.Storage/box room
.Attic

There is ample parking space to the side of the property with a private hard standing track leading up to the house. A large enclosed lawned garden is to the front of the property.

Services
The property benefits from mains electricity and a private supply of water from a spring. There is septic tank drainage. Heating comes from an oil Rayburn, storage heaters and log burners.

Outbuildings
There is a large traditional stone construction building on the drive up to the farmhouse which can be used for many purposes and would be suitable for alternative uses subject to the requisite planning permissions.

There is also a number of traditional stone buildings dotted across the property as well as more modern timber clad buildings which are utilized as storage.

Land
The land extends to approximately 30.99 acres. Of this, 25 acres is down to gently sloping pasture which has been grazed by livestock by the family since the 1970s, the remainder of the grounds is amenity woodland. Parts of the woodland is subject to an SSSI and you can see why with the spectacular pathways. There are two public right of ways running across the land and there is a borehole for a 3rd party.

The boundaries are considered to be in a good state of repair and most parcels of land benefit from a natural supply of water. The Eastern boundary is the Tafarn Helyg river.

There is a hardstanding track which runs conveniently through to the farmhouse.

Directions
When travelling towards Trawsfynydd from Penrhyndeudraeth on the A487 take a left turn signposted for Blaenau Ffestiniog on the A496 after passing the bridge which turns for Maentwrog. Remain on this road for approximately 0.8 miles and the entrance to the holding will be on your right hand side.
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Basic Payment Entitlements
Entitlements are available by separate negotiation.

SSSI
The woodland on the holding on the banks of Afon Tafarn Helyg are notified as a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Planning
There are no active planning applications in place in relation to the property. The property is located outside the Local Development Boundary.

Article 4 Directive
If you own a residential dwelling (which is a main home) within the Eryri National Park area and wish to change the use to a second home, short term holiday let or specific mixed use, you will be required to obtain planning permission from Eryri's National Park Authority before undertaking the change of use. If you own a dwelling that is already in use as a second home, short term holiday let or specific mixed uses (before 1 June 2025) - the Article 4 Direction will not affect the current use.

Building Survey & Condition
No formal building survey has been made on the property in the last 12 months. The agents have not undertaken a full survey of the property.

Wayleaves Easements & Rights Of Way
The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way whether mentioned in these particulars or not. It should be noted that there are Public Right of Ways across the holding.

Sporting Timber & Mineral Rights
Sporting, timber and mineral rights are included in the sale. 

Method of Sale
The property is to be offered for sale by private treaty.

Tenure & Possession
The freehold of the property is offered with vacant possession on completion of sale.

Local Authorities
Eryri National Park


Viewings
Strictly by confirmed appointment with the vendor's agents R G Jones -

Health & Safety
Given the potential hazards of a farm, we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety.

DISCLAIMER
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set for guidance only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers or purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise of their accuracy. No person in the employment of Farmers Marts (R G Jones) Ltd has the authority to make or give any representations or warranty in relation to the property.


Council Tax Band: Band D (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)
Tenure: Freehold
Vacant Possession