2 bed country house for sale

Howey, Llandrindod Wells LD1

Cefnbach is a charming and characterful former farm workers cottage with a converted barn set in approximately 4.04 acres of grounds.

The property, which is situated in a delightful and private location taking advantage of far-reaching southerly views, offers potential for a number of uses (subject to the necessary planning consents and regulations).

Location

The property is set off the main A438 but provides close access to amenities.
Services and facilities can be found nearby in the popular Spa town of Llandrindod Wells and include a train station, supermarkets, a hospital, dental surgery and a medical practice along with a wide range of shops.

The renowned market town of Builth Wells, famous as the home of the Royal Welsh Show, offers further facilities including an independent cinema. There are also a variety of shows, exhibitions and fairs held on the showground throughout the year.

With the Gilwern Hills, Elan Valley and Mynydd Epynnt all nearby, opportunities for recreational activities are plentiful within the exceptionally beautiful surrounding area.

Hay-on-Wye, known world-wide for the Hay Literary Festival is another popular destination found in the Wye Valley and within the Brecon Beacons National Park.

The Cottage

The main cottage is accessed directly into the farmhouse style kitchen with an electric Rangemaster Professional cooker, a tall refrigerator and a dishwasher along with further space for free standing appliances.

From the kitchen a staircase provides access to a bedroom with airing cupboard storage and a bathroom with a freestanding bath, W.C., and a wash-hand basin.

Back on the ground floor, a door from the kitchen leads into the sitting room which is a room of immense character with exposed stone walls, beams and an impressive inglenook fireplace with the original working bread oven and external door.

From the sitting room there is ladder access to two rooms on the first floor which have historically been used as bedrooms. The main bedroom features a cruck frame and a door which gives access to the second bedroom. Both rooms have windows to the south.

The Barn

Detached from the main house, this converted barn has an exceptionally bright and airy living room featuring two large windows looking out over the garden, fitted cupboards and a large shower room.
The bedroom has a free-standing bath and an en-suite W.C. And wash basin. There is also a low-ceilinged platform area with space for a double bed.
In between these two rooms and accessed externally there is a larder area and laundry with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Outside

The property is approached via a right of way into its own gated entrance with a parking area immediately on the left-hand side.
To one side of the property there is a charming orchard area with a variety of fruit trees and a timber garden store.
The south-facing mature garden has been well maintained and takes full advantage of the beautiful scenic views over the countryside.
The property has paddocks to the front and rear and both the garden and paddock extend down to an area of woodland.
Overall, this is a delightfully serene and tranquil location, yet only a few miles from civilization.

Tenure

Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Council Tax Band

Powys Council Band “E”.

Services

We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, bore-hole water supply and private septic tank drainage with oil-fired central heating.
Please note the services and service installations have not been tested.

Viewing & Contact Details

All viewings must be arranged through the sole selling agents Sunderlands.
Contact tel: Office opening hours: Mon-Fri 9.00-17.00 Sat 9.00-12.00
Out of hours contact: Harry Aldrich-Blake