Lon Ddewi, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55

A most impressive detached 3 storey 7 bedroomed Victorian period residence enjoying a splendid elevated position and commanding far reaching Menai Strait views. Extensively renovated and presented to a pleasing high standard whilst retaining its appealing period heritage. Fitted with extensive rooftop solar array and battery storage system. Viewing essential.

A most impressive, substantial and beautifully restored and presented Detached Period Residence dating from 1874, enjoying an elevated stance on the sought after St. Davids Road in historic Caernarfon town and commanding exceptional views of the Menai Strait and Anglesey beyond, views which just get better from the upper levels.

Craigwen sits handsomely within its own garden grounds standing alongside similar styled residences, its pleasing exterior providing just a hint at what lies within. It’s fair to say that the current custodians have created a home that is definitely pleasing on the eye, that’s modern and yet in keeping with its heritage.

The property exudes all the finer details that the Victorians excelled at with the original essential period features having been retained to include high coved ceilings, picture rails, fireplaces, its impressive central entrance hall with turned staircase and of course, a distinctly useable cellar. The above mentioned points have been carefully preserved by the present owners to allow the property an air of style and authenticity. It’s notable that the majority of rooms are of generous proportions, a number of which are enhanced by deep bay windows.

Whilst the property as a whole has been extensively renovated and tastefully modernised to a pleasing high standard (this has included uPVC double glazing throughout, many of which are authentic sash style units), there have also been some more recent improvements. These have included external insulation and rendering to three of the outer walls and an extensive rooftop solar panel array and battery storage system, making this a highly efficient home indeed. Given the size of the accommodation on offer, this is a definite advantage in keeping ever increasing energy bills to a minimum.

It’s also worth stating at this stage that the property lends itself to being split perhaps into separate self-contained accommodation. This might suit someone looking to create a holiday let, multi-generational living or space to work from home, thereby generating additional income – it’s something worth exploring.

The main living areas reside on the ground floor and present three distinctly appealing reception rooms with the lounge enjoying a wood burning stove and wood flooring, the dining room having a further distinct focal fireplace (gas fire) and the sitting room also provided with a wood burning stove and patio doors. Moving to the rear section you’ll find a superb open-plan kitchen/breakfast room with its highlight of a gas fired AGA range taking centre stage. Here also you’ll be greeted with copious use of granite to the worktops and hi-end fitted appliances. There is of course the practicalities of a dedicated utility room, WC and inhouse workshop no less!
Moving to the first floor is a spacious landing from where there are four distinctly appealing bedrooms, an essential study and copious bathroom facilities. These include a bathroom, shower room, two separate WC’s and an impressive family bathroom with free-standing rolled topped bath and separate shower unit. The second floor continues with three further bedrooms (two of which are most generous) and an office – it’s easy to envisage how the property lends itself to a host of uses. Completing the picture are two useable cellar rooms which offer much potential.

Externally, a specially made driveway has been created from the roadside and offers the provision of off road parking together with an electric car charging point. Lawned gardens wrap around the property together with paved patios to the side and rear, a section of which enjoys a sunny southerly aspect.

Sections of the garden have been utilised as a vegetable plot whilst a set of steps lead up to a further raised garden complete with greenhouse. The property comes fitted with uPVC double glazing and gas central heating (there are two separate boilers, each heating a separate section of the house – effectively creating a zone controlled system).

The property is located in the sought after area of St. Davids Road, offering much in the way of convenience. Caernarfon is a bustling town with plenty of shops, supermarkets, schools and leisure facilities. Just a short distance away lies the attractive dockside area with its theatre and marina. The area is also within easy reach of the university city of Bangor and A55 Expressway. Caernarfon is a busy market town, a major tourist centre and the commercial and administrative centre for the county of Gwynedd enjoying a variety of interesting independent shops within the castle walls and all within close proximity of the magnificent 13th century castle. Caernarfon is situated alongside the shores of the Menai Strait with sailing facilities readily available and is also perfectly placed for accessing the scenic Eryri/Snowdonia National Park.