Talhenbont Hall Criccieth, Gwynedd

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Talhenbont Hall Criccieth, Gwynedd Talhenbont Hall Criccieth, Gwynedd, LL53 6SZ An impressive Grade II Listed 17th Century Manor House with five estate cottages and land

Criccieth 2 miles, Porthmadog 5 miles, Pwllheli 5 miles, Abersoch 10 miles, Bangor & mail line station 24 miles, A55 23 miles, Chester and M56 89 miles

About 75 acres of land which includes an ancient woodland and 6 acres of landscaped gardens set in its own private valley. For sale as a whole or two lots

Situation The estate stands in the privacy of its mature gardens and grounds and enjoys a magnificent location in glorious unspoilt countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set in the heart of the beautiful and popular Lleyn Peninsular, the property is on the periphery of the Snowdonia National Park. The property and is within easy reach of the poplular towns of Criccieth and Abersoch. The seaside resort of Criccieth offers many local amenities including public houses, restaurants, school and a variety of shops. Abersoch and Pwllheli are both renowned sailing centres and both offer excellent 18-hole golf courses. Porthmadog is approximately 5 miles from the property and offers excellent shopping facilities and a leisure centre. The University City of Bangor is approximately 24 miles away and has a main line railway network (Holyhead to London) and direct access to the A55 expressway which in turn provides links to Chester and the motorway network.

Talhenbont Hall Talhenbont Hall was built in 1607 and is steeped in history, it was used as a garrison for Cromwell’s army during The Civil War. The estate stands in 75 acres and has been sympathetically restored by the present owner’s over the last 30 years. They have successfully managed to retain the charm and character of the original house, yet added modern and contemporary refinements to many parts. The five cottages have also provided a unique location for discerning holidaymakers. Manor House Arranged around an impressive entrance hallway Floorplans Main House = 8668 Sq Ft/805 Sq M are the elegant reception rooms, many with For identification purposes only. high decorative ceilings. There is some original oak panelling, superb fireplaces and a coat of arms. It offers comfortable, manageable and

To Potting well- proportioned accommodation from which Shed to enjoy the beautiful views across the gardens Office 4.4m x 3.7m Bedroom 4 F/P and grounds. In addition the house has ample 14'5" x 12'1" 4.5m x 3.7m 3.2m x 3.0m 14'8" x 12'1" 10'6" x 9'11" bedroom accommodation with six bedrooms on Bedroom 2 5.4m x 4.7m 17'9" x 15'5" the first floor and four attic rooms. (Maximum) Kitchen F/P 7.4m x 4.0m Reception 1 Bedroom 6 24'5" x 13'1" 10.9m x 6.1m 3.2m x 3.0m Conservatory (Maximum) 35'10" x 19'11" 10'6" x 10'0" 4.7m x 1.5m 15'6" x 4'10"

Bedroom 3 5.2m x 4.1m 17'1" x 13'5" Hallway Reception 2 5.7m x 4.0m Kitchen/

18'7" x 13'1" F/P Breakfast Room

F/P 5.1m x 4.5m 16'8" x 14'8" (Maximum) Bathroom

Dining Room Hall 5.6m x 5.2m 8.1m x 5.2m F/P Bedroom 5 Bedroom 1 F/P 26'5" x 17'1" 18'5" x 17'0" 7.9m x 5.4m Gardeners Cottage (Maximum) 4.8m x 3.8m 25'11" x 17'10" 15'7" x 12'7" (Maximum) Ground Floor F/P Laundry 5.1m x 2.7m 16'7" x 8'11" 3.6m x 2.3m First Floor Ground Floor 11'9" x 7'6"

S Boiler Room E 4.9m x 3.5m 16'1" x 11'4" (Maximum)

Attic 4.8m x 3.9m W 15'8" x 12'11" N Store 2 Wine Room 3.5m x 2.7m 5.0m x 4.1m 5.3m x 3.9m 11'4" x 8'11" 16'5" x 13'7" 17'5" x 12'8" Attic (Maximum) 7.9m x 5.4m 25'11" x 17'10" Garage 15.2m x 3.6m 49'10" x 11'9" Store 1 3.8m x 3.5m 12'6" x 11'4" Cellar

Bedroom 3 4.0m x 2.6m 13'1" x 8'7" Attic 2.7m x 2.5m Bathroom 8'9" x 8'4" 4.5m x 3.5m 14'10" x 11'7" Bedroom 1 4.0m x 2.9m Bedroom 2 14'9" x 8'2" 13'1" x 9'8" 4.5m x 2.5m Lower Level

Attic 13.4m x 3.2m Gardeners Cottage First Floor 43'10" x 10'8" Talhenbont Hall, Criccieth Attic

The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8070993/ANH

Floorplans Woodberry = 1571 Sq Ft/146 Sq M For identification purposes only.

Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 5.5m x 3.9m 6.0m x 3.9m 3.9m x 3.9m 17'11" x 12'10" 12'10" x 12'8" 19'8" x 12'10" (Maximum) (Maximum) (Maximum)

Woodberry First Floor

Laundry 2.8m x 1.4m 9'1" x 4'6"

Bathroom Velux

Shower Room Bedroom 1 3.1m x 2.9m 10'0" x 9'5" Reception 6.0m x 4.0m The Cottages and outbuildings Woodberry F/P Dining Room 19'7" x 13'2" 3.9m x 3.6m There are five cottages currently used as holiday Situated in the courtyard, Woodberry cottage 12'11" x 11'10" Bedroom 2 lets which retain a wealth of character features, comprises a dining hall with galleried landing on 4.6m x 2.9m Kitchen 6.0m x 2.8m including exposed stone walls and timber the first floor, living room with stone Inglenook 19'7" x 9'1" 15'1" x 9'5" beams. Adjacent to the Manor House fireplace and French doors onto the terrace, is a courtyard which includes an extensive kitchen, laundry room, cloakroom, four stone and slate coach house, loose box bedrooms (two en suite) and bathroom. Woodberry Ground Floor and other outbuildings. The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8070993/ANH The Bothy The Bothy is a detached cottage overlooking the tennis court and garden. The accommodation comprises a living room with stone feature fireplace, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, bathroom and two bedrooms.

Floorplans The Bothy = 655 Sq Ft/61 Sq M For identification purposes only.

5.6m x 2.6m Dining 18'6" x 8'8" Area

Hall Kitchen

F/P Reception 4.2m x 3.4m 13'10" x 11'0" Cloakroom Bathroom

The Bothy Ground Floor

Bedroom 2 3.3m x 2.3m 10'10" x 7'8" (Maximum)

Bedroom 1 3.4m x 2.3m 11'1" x 7'7"

The Bothy First Floor

The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8070993/ANH Floorplans The Conifers = 999 Sq Ft/93 Sq M For identification purposes only. Shower Room Bathroom Bedroom 2 Dining Room Bedroom 1 3.8m x 3.4m 3.8m x 3.8m 4.1m x 3.0m 12'6" x 11'3" 12'7" x 12'4" 13'4" x 10'0" S E

Kitchen Reception 4.0m x 2.5m 4.2m x 3.9m W 13'1" x 8'2" 13'7" x 12'10" N

F/P

The Conifers

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The Conifers Nestled in the Japanese gardens, The Conifers is a split level property with feature stone walls and timber beams. The accommodation comprises a living room, dining room, kitchen, shower room and two bedrooms (one en suite). The Lodge The Lodge is situated behind the walled entrance gates to the Manor House and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodlands. The accommodation comprises a living/dining room, kitchen, bathroom, shower room and four bedrooms. This property and the paddock opposite is available as a separate lot

Floorplans Lodge = 1303 Sq Ft/121 Sq M For identification purposes only.

Reception Bedroom 1 7.2m x 5.1m 3.6m x 3.2m 23'6" x 16'9"

11'11" x 10'7" (Maximum) F/P

Bedroom 3 3.6m x 2.4m 11'11" x 7'10" Dining Area

Kitchen 3.9m x 2.4m 12'9" x 8'0" (Maximum)

Shower Bathroom Room

Store 1

Store 2

Lodge Ground Floor

Bedroom 4 Bedroom 2 4.2m x 4.1m 4.1m x 3.6m 13'8" x 13'7" 13'4" x 11'10"

Lodge First Floor The Gardener’s Cottage Linked to the Manor House Gardener’s Cottage comprises a hallway, living room, kitchen/ breakfast room, conservatory, cloakroom, three bedrooms and a bathroom.

Outside The gardens and grounds are a particular feature and include a Japanese water garden, water fowl, roaming peacocks, outdoor chess and a tennis court. The Afon Dwyfach flows for a mile and a half and provides double bank fishing and runs over a series of waterfalls in a ravine through ancient woodlands and is a dedicated habitat for otters. There are deep and shallow pools which harbour salmon and sea trout throughout the season and there is rough shooting throughout the woodlands.

General Services Mains electricity and water. Private drainage and oil fired central heating Council Tax band H Gwynedd County Council Tel 01286 673113

Directions From Caernarfon take the A487 for about 11 miles. After the village of Bryncir take the B4411 signposted Criccieth. Continue until you see the brown tourist sign for Talhenbont Hall and follow the directions. Proceed until you come to the gates to Talhenbont Hall on the right. Agents Note: Follow the instructions not postcode via Sat Nav Chester Park House, 37 Lower Bridge Street CH1 1RS 01244 354880 [email protected] struttandparker.com IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker LLP gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection 50 offices across England and Scotland, or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker LLP does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker LLP does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. If there is anything of including 10 offices in Central London particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken July/August 2007. Particulars prepared July/August 2007.

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