Heol Manod Road, Gwynedd, Blaenau Ffestiniog

Property Reference number : 173230

Beautiful - detached, 4 bedroom granite block house in the centre of stunning Snowdonia national park, Gwynedd,North Wales.

This former Quarry manager's house built in appx 1910 to a higher than average standard.

High ceilings with original plaster features + quality wooden staircase.

Double fronted grand house.

Long dual aspect lounge with gas fire + mantlelpiece surround.

Dining room with serving hatch to kitchen.

Kitchen has French doors leading to 1 of 3 patio areas.

Utility room + downstairs toilet.

Huge sun room/ conservatory.
Mountain views

Secluded,
mostly evergreen, mature garden with high dry stone walls + quality greenhouse. Trees and hedging offer greater privacy, wind reduction and natural habitats .
We don't use chemicals or pesticides on the garden.
2more patio areas.

Parking for 1 maybe 2 cars rear lane accessible by garden gate.(+ 1 in garage +1 on drive) You could build a shed,garage ,storage or workshop on that hard ground STP. ?

Small front garden with hedging , trees and lighting

To 1 side is Garage/Workshop plus hard standing for 1 car.
Side gate for additional access.
Useful for muddy boots and cycles.

Huge garage 19x14ft+
workshop suits hobbies,home business,
engineering or mechanic ?
+ Side store room.
This could all be turned into a large extension, adjoining the house if you wish, STP ?

You will see lots of boxes because we are mostly packed and ready to go.
We have had experiences with terrible estate agents and buyers who were liars and timewasters.

There's room to extend house or add to garage size within the current footprint .
Room for a hot tub if someone really wants one .


House Upstairs:
Large bathroom with shower cubicle,bath, wc + sink .
2 large storage " airing "cupboards.

4 Double bedrooms.

Master bedroom has 2 fitted wardrobes + central mirror with lighting.

Upstairs Attic is reached by solid wooden stairs " from a ship " ?
29ft X 12 ft huge attic room,
double insulated room ready for a variety of uses ;
Bedroom5+6 ?
Bedroom5+Ensuite ?
Work from home ?
Office mediasuite ?
Storage ?
Hobbies ?
Crafts ?
Music studio ?
Art ?
Kids bedroom and play room ?

Perfect for a model railway enthusiast.
House is within easy reach of most of Wales's steam, heritage+narrow gauge railways.

Good bus services from outside,near house.
T22 to Porthmadog usually hourly. Every other hour currently goes to Caernarfon.
Change in 'Port for the 3 to Pwllheli.
The T2 to Bangor or south to Dolgellau, Corris, Machynlleth, Aberystwyth.
The T3 at Dolgellau runs between Barmouth to Wrexham via Llangollen.
Lots of other more local bus services all around.

This house is in the centre of the Snowdonia national park but only subject to 1 set of planning rules.
Blaenau Ffestiniog is in a central exclusion area to promote industry and business development.

Blaenau Ffestiniog is now part of 1 of 9 slate mines/ quarrying areas Unesco world heritage site reflecting the historic slate industry. Many beautiful walking routes are all around some just a few minutes away .
UNESCO Status adds prestige but does not change current planning applications which would only be managed by Gwynedd council.

Bod Eirwen has Double glazing throughout and is free of draughts.

Mains gas, electric, water, sewage/drainage supplies.
Water is via a meter.

2 new RCD, electricity safe supply boards.1 for house , 1 for garage workshop.

Mains gas central heating uses a
Worcester Bosch 28cdi combi mains gas boiler + heating.
Just updated gas safety certificate and annual boiler service. We have all the manuals and instructions .

Roof maintained with recent service report.

Freehold
No chain.
No covenants or charges.
No heave, No subsidence
No structural issues.
No water ingress.
No known damp.

Bod Eirwen is in good condition but we are sure you may wish to change or update things to your own budget and timescale.

Ill health forces sale.
Could move quickly,as mostly packed + ready to go.
We have had terrible estate agents and so called " buyers"
We will need a deposit to confirm intent to buy before we can make any further arrangements or payments. Removal team will require a large deposit and are likely to have an 8 - 12 week wait.

Blaenau Ffestiniog is a superb community with Drs + New Medical centre:
Nursing services.
Library :
Swimming pool :
Fire/Police+ Ambulance stations.
It's a relatively very low crime rate area and safe . Children play outside with care .
NHS dentist in the health centre and private dentists all around nearby.

3 supermarkets 1 with a post office.
An excellent book shop "Hen Bost"

Support organisations, clubs,sports,art & History groups.

3 primary +1 secondary modern schools within appx 5 miles.

Tesco ,Lidl , Aldi ,B&M , big Diy suppliers in Porthmadog
T22 takes appx 25 minutes to travel to Porthmadog 11 miles away.

Mainline railway stations :
Blaenau Ffestiniog under a mile away for the beautiful Conwy valley railway line to Llandudno.
Yould be in / from London Euston to your new home in 4½ hours,
5 trains a day.
Links to Liverpool,
Manchester,
West Midlands.

Stunning Cambrian coast railway line : Pwllheli -Porthmadog -Barmouth - Aberdyfi - Machynlleth is appx 11 miles away at Penrhyndeudraeth.
One of the most beautiful railway journeys in the world !

We have the world famous Ffestiniog railway (steam,narrow gauge ) under a mile away linking to Porthmadog appx 15 miles away, 1¼ hours. It's a pleasure to hear it's steam whistles across the valley.

There's stunningly beautiful Portmeirion is appx 15 miles away 20 minutes by car.An absolute must see. Get an annual season pass for unlimited visits for appx 2 x the usual entry price.

3 miles of golden beach at Black rock sands appx 17 miles away/under 30 minutes by car.
Perfect for swimming carefully, surfing, windsurfing, canoeing or walking along the golden sands.

Explore above + below ground at Llechwedd- Zipworld.
Zipwires + underground adventures. Even underground golf ! A huge triple level trampoline course in a massive underground chamber dug by miners hands. Disco music and magnificent lighting has to be done as is an underground tour led by an ex slate miner. Enjoy your trip on the UK's steepest underground Funicular railway / tram. Locals get privileges, priorities and discounts.

Newly enhanced mountain biking centre at DH Stiniog world class course.
Nearby is Go Below. After a safety briefing, explorers put on safety equipment and explore the old mines that went from sea level up to 1400ft + underground inside a massive mountain . They have challenges and obstacle courses. You can stay a night or two underground in a guest room deep in the old mine which is a great experience.

This area has a relatively low crime in a strong, safe community.
Welsh is widely spoken and learners are encouraged and respected. There are free courses every year, locally at different levels.

This area is perfect for outdoor activities, walking, climbing, running, camping, wild swimming ( with care ) and biking etc
There are active Ramblers groups and local history is very important.

This house is appx 1976 square foot / 183m² internal floor space.
Council tax band D
Mains gas central heating.
Mains electric.
Mains sewers.
Mains water via a meter.

House
Upstairs : Level 2
Double insulated attic room is a multi purpose huge space with 3 windows, radiators and eaves storage .
29ft X 12 ft huge attic room ,insulated ready for a variety of uses;

Bedroom5+6 ?
Bedroom5+ Ensuite ?
Work from home,
office, mediasuite,
storage, hobbies, crafts, music studio ?

EPC just updated rated D to B

Freehold
No chain.
No covenants or charges.
No known,
No heave
No subsidence.
No structural issues .
No water ingress or damp.
Built on solid rock APPX 850 foot above sea level

In good condition but we are sure you may wish to change or update accordingly to your own budget, wishes and timescales .

Ill health forces sale.
We are not desperate and will not just sell at any price. Budgets will be tight.
No spivs or " we buy any house for cash " sharks.
Could move quickly,as mostly packed + ready to go but we MUST have the deposit paid 1 st before making any commitments,payments or agreements. House will remain on the market until the non refundable deposit is paid.

You will see boxes which is a good sign if you are genuine and serious about moving .

This is a multi purpose property.
Home,
Airbnb,
Holiday rental,
Hostel,
Docial housing,
Private landlord rental,
Ogfice space,
Home business,
Low need care home,
Huest house,
Sub division - HMO .. ?

Appx 1976square foot / 184m² internal floor space.
Council tax band D.
EPC band D to B

Asking price is £360,000

Gwynedd is an increasingly popular County with prices rising + demand almost outstripping supply.
1,000,000 "new residents ";
in the UK add to housing demand. Well paid, skilled jobs are already here and more are coming to the area which will increase demand and prices.

Bod Eirwen will make a superb, grand family home, investment or for business use subject to planning permission.
Room to extend.

You buy a house and make it a home.

Perhaps this is the best value, largest bedroom detached house in all Gwynedd ?

A beautiful impressive new home awaits you.

We're ready, are you ?

Sorry, NO tourists ,
No dreamers, l
No lottery hopers ,
No carpet treaders
No timewasters.
Diolch Thankyou

Council Tax: D

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Property Reference number : 173230