Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL54

One of the most renowned estates in North Wales, the Glynllifon Estate is available for sale for the first time since 1700 when it was acquired by the Wynn family.

Positioned between Caernarfon and the Llyn Peninsula, the Estate consists of predominantly productive in-hand farmland and let agricultural holdings situated in a coastal location. In addition, there are a range of sporting and mineral opportunities across the Estate.

In all extending to approximately 901 acres (364 ha).

For sale by private treaty as a whole or in a variety of lots.

Location
Situated between Caernarfon and the village of Clynnog Fawr, the Glynllifon Estate is easily accessible from the A499 which offers access to the Caernarfon area and the Llyn Peninsula. The market town of Caernarfon is within close proximity, Bangor and the market town of Pwllheli are also easily accessible.

Amenities
Caernarfon provides a range of services including primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, independent retailers, public houses and eateries.
Bangor provides further local and national retailers as well as educational facilities including Bangor University.

The holding is situated 8 miles from a busy livestock market at Bryncir.

Located centrally in the county of Gwynedd, the Estate has excellent access to the A55 North Wales Expressway which gives ease of access to the national motorway network. A direct train from Bangor takes less than four hours to London Euston.

Property
The Glynllifon Estate is offered for sale as a whole, extending to approximately 901 acres (364 ha), or in a number of lots.
Sporting and mineral opportunities

The Glynllifon Estate has the benefit of reserved sporting and mineral rights across the Caernarfon and Llyn peninsula.

There are a number of let shooting ventures on the estate offering the opportunity for any new owner to personally enjoy shooting or to benefit from diversified income through let shooting.

The Estate has retained a broad range of mineral rights across the region which again can offer a potential diversified income stream to any new owner.

Lot 1

Ty Mawr Farm
Ffordd Clynnog
Pontllyfni
Caernarfon
LL54 5ED

A productive livestock holding situated near Caernarfon extending to approximately 265 acres (107 ha).

Ty Mawr comprises a four-bedroom farmhouse, an attached three-bedroom cottage and a range of modern and traditional farm buildings. The farmland is a ring-fenced block of improved grassland in excellent heart with some permanent pasture.

The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to six lots.

Ty Mawr Farmhouse
Ty Mawr Farmhouse is an impressive stone built property situated on the edge of the farmstead and at the heart of the holding. The farmhouse offers comfortable and spacious family accommodation with an attractive blend of modern living with many retained traditional features. The extensive accommodation comprises on the ground floor a fitted kitchen, a spacious living room with dining area and fireplace, a further reception room with cellar below. Upstairs the property benefits from four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The house enjoys a coastal position with views towards Yr Eifl whilst having fine views of the mountains of the Nantlle valley and Eryri National Park.

Ty Mawr Cottage
Ty Mawr Cottage is a stone built property adjoining the principal farmhouse and provides modern yet charming living accommodation as a side annexe to the farmhouse. The cottage has been run successfully as holiday accommodation however would also be suitable for additional family accommodation or as a longer term letting. Both floors of the property are spacious providing a country-style kitchen and sitting room, three large bedrooms, bathroom and WC. Externally there is a pleasant garden which affords fine coastal and countryside views.

Buildings
The holding houses a number of modern farm buildings as well as a range of traditional stone outbuildings. The farm buildings are well ventilated and all benefit from mains water and an electrical supply. The modern farm buildings may be accessed from the main access track which is suited for modern agricultural vehicles. There is also a range of traditional stone outbuildings located on the holding with the majority of these adjacent to the farmhouse. These buildings are suitable for a range of uses supplementary to the farm and have potential for alternative uses subject to securing the requisite planning permissions.

Land
Ty Mawr Farm is a productive livestock unit with the farmland extending to approximately 265 acres (106 ha) in total and being comprised of a mixture of improved grassland and permanent pasture. The grassland is renowned for its extended growing season and for finishing livestock. The principal block may be accessed from the farmstead and extends to approximately 165 acres. The land is comprised of predominantly pasture grazing with some lower ground and is easily accessible from internal tracks and is stockproof. Adjoining this is a secondary block extending to approximately 100 acres (40 ha) situated to the north of the farmstead with gated access points between the two blocks passing over an access lane. This block is comprises of mostly improved grassland that is suited for cattle and sheep grazing whilst also providing silage ground. Being easily accessible from the public highway this parcel is fully stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

Lot 2

Land at Tyn Llan
Llandwrog Caernarfon
LL54 5SY

A significant block of high quality productive farmland. Located near the village of Llandwrog. The farmland at Tyn Llan offers a rare opportunity to purchase separate parcels of excellent grassland in the Caernarfon area. Situated on the edge of the village of Llandwrog, each parcel is ring-fenced and all are suitable for producing silage and arable crops.

In all extending to 180 acres (73 ha).

For sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to four lots.

Land
Sub-lot 1 – Land at Bodhyfryd
A productive block of farmland extending to 51.15 acres (20 ha) in total. The land is comprised of predominantly improved grassland with some further grazing pasture. The land is in excellent heart and suitable for arable and silage crops. The block is stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

Sub-lot 2 – Land at Tyn Llan
A ring-fenced parcel extending to 49.45 acres (20 ha) in total. The land is comprised of predominantly improved grassland and pasture grazing with some areas of mixed woodland. The land is well suited for silage production as well as livestock grazing year round. The block is stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

Sub-lot 3 – Land north of Llandwrog
A ring-fenced parcel extending to 34.56 acres (14 ha) in total. The land is level or gently sloping and is comprised of pasture with some lower lying areas. Enjoying a pleasant aspect, the land is ideally suited for livestock grazing whilst also being capable of growing silage crops. Being easily accessible from the public highway this parcel is fully stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

Sub-lot 4 – Land south of Llandwrog
An excellent parcel of productive grassland which in all extends to 44.56 acres (18 ha). The land is level and ideally suited for arable and grass crops as well as livestock grazing all year round. Again this parcel is easily accessible from the public highway whilst being fully stockproof and benefiting from a natural water supply.

Lot 3

Bodfan land &
Part Bodryn land
Dinas Dinlle
Caernarfon
LL54 5TN

A productive block of land situated near Caernarfon extending to approximately 137 acres (55 ha).

The block is comprised of mostly improved grassland that is suited for cattle and sheep grazing whilst also providing silage ground and potential for arable. Being easily accessible from the public highway, the land is stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

For sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to two lots.

Lot 4

Bodryn land
Dinas Dinlle
Caernarfon
Gwynedd
LL54 5TN

A productive livestock holding situated near Caernarfon extending to approximately 42.57 acres (17.23 ha). The block comprises level, improved grassland offering productive grazing pasture and silage ground. It has potential for arable use with permanent grazing on the lower lying areas. The parcel is easily accessible from the public highway, is fully stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

For sale by private treaty as a whole.

Lot 5

Land at Bachwen
Clynnog Fawr
Gwynedd
LL54 5AQ

A rare opportunity to purchase a ring-fenced block of commercial grassland in the Clynnog Fawr area suitable for grazing and cropping.

In all extending to 47.73 acres (19 ha).

For sale by private treaty as a whole.

Land
The holding is comprised of approximately 47.73 acres (19 ha) of excellent productive grassland. The farmland is arranged into eight good sized fields which are all level and suitable for modern agricultural machinery. The farmland at Bachwen has benefitted from regular reseeding and is well suited for silage and arable crops. The farmland is fully stockproof and benefits from a natural water supply.

Lot 6

Maes Mawr Farm
Ffordd Clynnog
Pontllyfni
Caernarfon
LL54 5EE

Maes Mawr comprises a 100 acre (40 ha) agricultural holding with a substantial detached farmhouse and range of traditional and modern agricultural buildings. Situated in a coastal position and providing level grazing and cropping ground, Maes Mawr is let under a first succession Agricultural Holdings Act tenancy.

Lot 7

Caerloda Farm
Ffordd Clynnog
Pontllyfni
Caernarfon
LL54 5ED

Caerloda enjoys an attractive coastal location and extends in its entirety to 130 acres (52 ha) of mixed productive grassland and lower pastures suitable for cropping and livestock grazing. The holding benefits from a range of traditional stone buildings and a detached farmhouse. The farm is let under a first succession Agricultural Holdings Act.

Method of Sale
The Glynllifon Estate is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to seven principal lots, some of which may be further subdivided.

Tenure & Possession
The freehold of the Estate is offered for sale with vacant with vacant possession on completion, subject to the prevailing tenancies at Maes Mawr and Caerloda.

Basic Payment Scheme
The holding is registered by Rural Payment Wales. No Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements are included with the sale however may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. More detailed information is available from the selling agents, however, it is advised that all purchasers take independent advice on the ability to claim under the Basic Payment Scheme.

Overage
Where appropriate, the property is to be sold subject to an overage clause which states that for 30 years, should a change of use be implemented resulting in an uplift in value, the vendor would be eligible for 30% of that uplift.

Services
All residential properties are serviced by mains water and electricity, private drainage and an oil-fired boiler heating system. The farm buildings at Maes Mawr are serviced by mains water and electricity.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The land is sold subject to the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Health & Safety
Given the potential hazards associated with a working rural property, viewers are requested to take appropriate care when inspecting the land and buildings.

VAT
The property is not elected for VAT.

Sporting & Mineral Rights
Sporting and mineral rights are currently retained by the vendor and are excluded from the sale.

EPC Ratings
Band E for Maes Mawr farmhouse and Maes Mawr Cottage.

Local Authority
Cyngor Gwynedd

Viewings
Viewings are strictly by appointment through Carter Jonas on

Directions
From the A487 Goat roundabout take the A499 in the direction of Pwllheli. The Estate is mostly on the right of the A499 starting opposite Coleg Llandrillo Glynllifon and extending to the sea by Dinas Dinlle.

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Additional Information
Vendor’s solicitors
Edward Nutting
Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors
Riverside Business Park
1 & 2 Connaught House
Benarth Rd
Conwy
LL32 8UB

Important Information
These particulars are for general information purposes only and do not represent an offer or contract or part of one. Carter Jonas or anyone in their employment has made every attempt to ensure that the particulars and other information provided are as accurate as possible and they are not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely as being factually accurate. Full information which may be relevant to your decision regarding the property can be found on the property listing on or, (including off market properties) on the brochure or a separately available material information sheet. We would advise you to confirm the details of any material information prior to any offer being submitted. You should not assume that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Carter Jonas has not tested any services, facilities or equipment. Any measurements and distances given are approximate only. Where Carter Jonas has been provided with a floorplan by a third party, we cannot guarantee that the floorplan has been measured in accordance with IPMS. Purchasers must satisfy themselves of all of the aforementioned by independent inspection or otherwise. Our images only represent part of the property as it appeared at the time they were taken and do not represent the furnishings included; these are confirmed in a separate inventory. If you require further information, please contact us.