Cynghordy, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire

A rare opportunity to acquire a versatile and well-equipped smallholding extending to approximately 14 acres (5.67 hectares), set within the renowned Towy Valley in North-East Carmarthenshire.

The property comprises a spacious three-bedroom bungalow, a useful range of traditional and pole barn outbuildings, and productive agricultural land currently laid to permanent pasture, all arranged within a convenient ring-fenced holding. Ideally positioned with excellent access via the A483, the property enjoys convenient links to the market towns of Llandovery and Builth Wells.

THE DWELLING

Ystrad Bran comprises a well-presented detached bungalow occupying a central position within the holding, surrounded by its outbuildings and agricultural land. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation, the property presents an excellent opportunity for purchasers seeking a comfortable rural home with scope for further enhancement and personalisation. The bungalow retains a wealth of character, including attractive fireplaces and feather-edge timber flooring in parts of the property, blending traditional features with practical family living. The well-proportioned accommodation comprises three bedrooms, two of which are generous doubles, together with a living room, dining room, kitchen, pantry and family bathroom. The flexible layout is ideally suited to family living, retirement, or those wishing to work from home, while also offering the opportunity for a purchaser to modernise and tailor the property to their own individual tastes and requirements.

INTERNAL ACCOMMODATION

Front Hallway

Providing access to all principal reception rooms and bedrooms

Dining Room

Featuring a newly installed wood-burning stove set within a traditional fireplace surround, a bay window enjoying views to the side aspect, parquet wooden flooring, and a radiator.

Living Room

eaturing an open fireplace, a bay window enjoying views to the front aspect, and a radiator.

Kitchen

Featuring a fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units, a ceramic hob cooker, single drainer stainless-steel sink unit, and a large storage cupboard. The room benefits from views over the rear aspect and includes a radiator. Access is provided via the rear entrance.

Rear Porch

A timber-framed rain shelter with useful boot storage facilities, providing a practical covered area for outdoor storage and everyday use.

Bedroom

Enjoying views over the front aspect and benefitting from a radiator.

Bedroom

Featuring a fitted wardrobe, views over the rear aspect, and a radiator.

Bedroom

Featuring a fitted wardrobe, views over the side aspect, and a radiator.

Bathroom

2.36m (max) x 2.02m (max) - Comprising a low-level W.C., pedestal wash hand basin, and a newly installed panelled bath with power shower over. The bathroom enjoys views over the rear aspect and benefits from a radiator.

Loft Space

The loft space is fully insulated and benefits from sufficient headroom, offering potential for additional living accommodation, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

External

The dwelling occupies a central position within the holding, surrounded by well-maintained gardens predominantly laid to lawn, with mature shrubs, established hedgerows and secure fencing providing a private and attractive setting. To the rear is a concrete yard, with the traditional outbuildings arranged around the yard in a courtyard formation. A further parking area, laid to hardcore and gravel, is located to the rear of the traditional outbuildings, providing additional off-road parking and useful hardstanding space for the property, which could be used for a number of uses.

Outbuildings

The traditional brick buildings, currently used as stables and a convenient workshop, offer potential for conversion to general storage or alternative uses. Subject to obtaining the necessary planning permission, there may also be an opportunity to convert these buildings for residential purposes. To the rear are two timber pole barns with earth and gravel floors, providing useful general-purpose storage accommodation. These structures could be relocated if required, providing further flexibility for a purchaser.

The Land

The land extends to approximately 13 acres (5.26 hectares) of productive agricultural land, arranged predominantly within a convenient ring fence surrounding part of the dwelling and outbuildings. The agricultural land is predominantly laid to permanent pasture and is divided into two manageable enclosures, bounded by mature hedgerows and stockproof fencing, making it well suited to grazing, fodder production and general livestock management. Parts of the holding benefit from a natural water supply. The holding lies between approximately 105 metres and 120 metres above sea level, with land being level pasture. The topography offers versatility for a range of agricultural and equestrian uses. According to the Agricultural Land Classification Map (Wales), the land is classified as predominantly Grade 3b, comprising freely draining loamy soils principally suited to grassland and fodder cropping. Currently utilised for equestrian purposes, the land is equally well suited to (truncated)

Solar Panels

Sixteen solar panels were installed by LMF Energy Services in April 2024, providing an efficient renewable energy source and contributing to significantly reduced electricity costs.

Agents Notes

All interested parties and prospective purchasers should be aware that Japanese Knotweed is present on the property; however, it is not located in close proximity to the dwelling or outbuildings.

Directions

From the centre of Llandovery, proceed north-east along New Road, continuing onto Llanfair Road and leaving the town via the A483 trunk road. Continue along the A483 for approximately 4 miles, where the property will be found on the left-hand side, clearly identified by the McCartneys “For Sale” board.

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Price Guide

As a whole: £580,000