Property description

In our opinion a very rare opportunity to acquire a most impressive and imposing Mansion house, having many of its original features, and being sold along with 18 acres of land, and located in a secluded position on the outskirts of the market Town of Llandeilo in the Towy Valley. The property also provides to the front stunning uninterrupted views over its fields as well as countryside beyond. Internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the grandeur that this property has to offer, as well as offering further potential for enhancement. There is also a stone cottage to the rear, which would in our opinion have potential for conversion as possible granny annexe, holiday cottage etc. (subject to any planning regulations required), Stable block, three loose boxes and feed/tack room.



History

The Cefncethin estate has a long and diverse history believed to date back over 500 years or more, with different parts of the estate entrusted to various individuals and trusts over the years. The house itself is referred to in Historical Carmarthenshire Homes and their Families, written by the late Major Francis Jones of Pembrokeshire, but information relating to the Cefncethin Estate is limited to recent years .The only known documents relating to part of the original estate, were passed on to the present owner when the property was purchased some years ago. There were few prominent owners and trustees to the estate, with reference being made in 1802 to the then owner, R S Conway, better known as Lord Robert Seymour, the honourable Lady Margaret Leicester, and latterly to Walter Fitz Uryan the 7th Lord Dynevor. The family of Lord Seymour can be traced back to Edward Seymour, the first Earl of Hertford, who married Lady Catherine Grey, daughter of Henry Grey, Duke of Suffolk. Henry Grey and his wife Francis Brandon had another daughter named Jane, perhaps better known as Lady Jane Grey who, on the 9th February 1554 became the wife of Henry V111 and Queen of England, who, on 12th February of the same year was beheaded on Tower Green in the Tower of London.Over the years, the Cefncethin estate became subject to many indentures of lease, but more recently, on 31st December 1946, the property was conveyed by the then vendor Walter Fitz Uryan [7th] Baron Dynevor, and the estate trustees, Arthur Berwick Lloyd Baker of Hardwicke Hall, Gloucester, and Henry Bucknall, Baron Rushcliffe, who sold to a William Craven Llewellyn in 1960.



Location

The property stands in approx 18 acres which includes extensive gardens, pony paddock with former cottage and loose boxes. Lovely setting enjoying privacy, seclusion, and peaceful surroundings. Llandeilo is situated in the Towy Valley, one of the most sought after regions in the Principality. Variety of amenities are available within the Town, shops, junior schools and a recently opened new 'state of the art' Comprehensive school, shops, public houses and restaurants.



The area is a well known tourist destination with popular attractions of Dinefwr Castle, Carreg Cennen Castle, Dryslwyn Castle, Aberglasney Gardens and The Botanical Gardens of Wales all within a short drive away.



Set in an imposing position with uninterrupted views to the front over fields and Countryside beyond.



Excellent road links to Ammanford, Carmarthen, Swansea and Cardiff and of course the M4 Motorway junction at Pont Abraham.



Also good train links via Heart of Wales Line.



Approached via private lane off Maerdy Road , through pillar entrance, iron gates, and follow this lane to the property. pass entrance on the left to Bryncethin bungalow and continue forward. (The field on the right hand side belongs to the mansion house).



Side Entrance

Glazed door opening to:







Side Porch

Glazed porch, tiled floor, and solid wood door with frosted leaded insert, opening into:



Entrance Hall

Impressive Hall, sweeping staircase leading to first floor. Radiator. Original cornice to ceiling. Wood flooring. Doors leading off to:



Study/Library (12' 08\" x 11' 05\" Min or 3.86m x 3.48m Min)

Feature full wall length Bookshelves to one wall. Double aspect room having original sash wood windows to side and front. Cast Iron Radiator. Original cornice to ceiling.



Sitting Room (17' 01\" x 15' 05\" Max or 5.21m x 4.70m Max)

Feature Inglenook Fireplace (7') 2.1m with Bressumer and stone hearth, cast iron 'Coal Effect' calor gas fire. Original sash wood window to side aspect. Radiator. Door opening to inner hall, and doors opening to:



Inner Hall

Secondary staircase to first floor, store cupboard under. Exposed stone wall. Doors to Kitchen and to:



Rear Hall

Double glazed door with frosted glass panel, opening to rear, and door opening to:



Cloakroom

Pedestal wash hand basin, w.c. Frosted glass double glazed window to rear aspect. Walls part wood panelled. Ceramic tiled floor.



Kitchen/Breakfast Room (22' 01\" Max x 14' 09\" Max or 6.73m Max x 4.50m Max)

Original Stone Flag Floor, door to Main Hallway, as well as a door opening to stairs leading to large basement room, (which runs under the dining room). Housing oil fired central heating boiler.



Kitchen area (15' 0\" x 14' 09\" Max or 4.57m x 4.50m Max)

Farmhouse/Country style kitchen which has been individually made and fitted by 'Sigma 3' comprising a good range of oak wall, including glass display cabinet, plate rack and base units, having oak work surfaces over. Italian glass mosaic tiled splash backs. Inset Neff dishwasher, as well as inset fridge and freezer. Gas hob, extractor fan and hood over, Electric oven and grill under. Solid fuel Rayburn cooker range, with 2 ovens and hot plate, which also has a back boiler, providing the properties domestic hot water ( Could be converted to oil if desired as oil connection pipe is alongside). Bowl and a half stainless steel sink unit. Feature exposed wall above Rayburn.





Breakfast Area (10' 0\" x 8' 10\" or 3.05m x 2.69m)

Large double glazed 'Georgian paned style' window overlooking rear courtyard as well as the stables, with window seat. Radiator. Ample space for dining table and chairs. Walls part wood panelled. Plate rack. Door opening to:



Drawing Room (21' 05\" x 19' 0\" Min or 6.53m x 5.79m Min)

Found at the front of the property, 3 double glazed 'Georgian paned styled' windows and double doors opening to front gardens, and providing uninterrupted country views. 2 cast iron radiators. Original ornate corniced ceiling. Feature open fireplace, facility for open fire is required, marble hearth surround. Feature decorative arched alcove.



Utility Room (17' 09\" x 8' 0\" or 5.41m x 2.44m)

Frosted glass double glazed window to side aspect. Good size area, pedestal wash hand basin. Plumbing for automatic washing machine as well as for an 'America' style fridge/freezer, Ample room for tumble drier. Radiator. Stone Flag flooring. Half glazed double glazed door opening to rear courtyard and stable area.



Dining Room (25' 0\" x 13' 02\" or 7.62m x 4.01m)

Impressive room, once again having corniced ceiling, oak floor, feature inset decorative archway. Oak Period open Fireplace with marble hearth surround. Two cast iron radiators. Superb views across the valley from south facing double glazed 'Georgian paned styled' windows. There are also two openings, having original wood shutters opening into:



From the main Hall



Conservatory (19' 02\" x 15' 01\" or 5.84m x 4.60m)

Double glazed 'Georgian paned styled' conservatory. 'French style double doors' opening to front gardens. Welsh 'Ruthin' slate tiled floor. Feature exposed stone wall.



FIRST FLOOR

Reached via stairs from Main hall, leading to:



Landing

Arched wood sash window to front of property, cornices ceiling with ceiling rose, with doors leading off to:



Bedroom 1 (17' 05\" x 12' 01\" or 5.31m x 3.68m)

Original Arched wood sash window to front of property, door to rear landing. Ample space for wardrobes. Cast iron radiator.



Bedroom 2 (14' 01\" x 11' 06\" or 4.29m x 3.51m)

Double aspect room, having once again original wood sash arched windows, to side and front. Fitted wardrobes. Cast iron radiator. Sliding door opening to:



En-Suite

Fully tiled double shower Cubicle housing Triton shower, glass sliding doors. Vanity unit, housing wash hand basin, store cupboards and shelves under. Low Level w.c. Extractor fan. Wall mounted radiator.



Landing

Main Landing . Window to rear with Generous Storage Area and Cast Iron Radiator with stairs to Second Floor and rear staircase leading back to kitchen.



Please Note

The second floor accommodation does require renovation however would be ideal for further bedrooms.



Bedroom 3 (14' 05\" x 13' 04\" or 4.39m x 4.06m)

Large double glazed 'Georgian paned styled' windows with door leading to Balcony, again giving superb views over the surrounding countryside and valley, with views to nearby Carreg Cennen Castle and surrounding countryside, Built in Wardrobes. Corniced ceiling and cast iron radiator. Door opening to:



En suite Shower Room

Shower cubicle, tiled walls, and housing a Gainsborough shower, with folding glass door. Pedestal wash hand basin, vanity mirror, extractor fan.



Master Bedroom (18' 08\" x 13' 04\" or 5.69m x 4.06m)

Impressive spacious bedroom, once again having double glazed 'Georgian paned styled' windows to front and wood window to side aspect. Range of fitted mirrored wardrobes, providing ample hanging and storage space. Cast Iron Radiator. Door to:



En suite to Master Bedroom (9' 06\" x 12' 08\" Max or 2.90m x 3.86m Max)

Large bathroom with rear facing double glazed window, Timber Panelling to part of the walls and centrally positioned Cast Iron bath, shower attachment to taps, vanity curtain surround. Vanity unit, store space under, tiled Splashback and Medicine Cabinet with Vanity Lights, Low level w.c, and bidet. Walk in store area with shelves, Radiator.



W.C.

off landing - Low level w.c. Frosted glass window to rear.



Side Landing

Good size built in airing/store cupboard. Doors opening to rear landing as well leading off to:



Bathroom (9' 0\" x 6' 10\" or 2.74m x 2.08m)

Main Bathroom, Walls part wood panelled, Panelled Bath, pedestal wash hand basin.



Bedroom 5 (9' 0\" x 9' 09\" or 2.74m x 2.97m)

With rear facing doubled glazed window. Cast iron radiator.



Rear Landing

Stairs from Inner hall leading to a landing area with door opening to side landing and stairs leading to:



Attic Room (18' 02\" x 11' 0\" Min or 5.54m x 3.35m Min)

Measurement is of the whole area. Port hole window to rear. Steps leading to:



Attic Room 2 (22' 09\" x 10' 03\" Min or 6.93m x 3.12m Min)

Port hole window to front aspect.



Outlook to front

Uninterrupted views, looking out over the land as well as countryside beyond.



The Land

As well as the spacious garden areas and pony paddock there is also 15 acres of land.(some of which does require improvement)



Garden and Grounds

Sweeping drive leading to hardstanding providing ample parking/store facilities, cars, horsebox. caravan etc. Extensive garden with pony paddock and yard area, in all amounting to approx 3 acres. Terraced front garden, laid to lawn. Mature shrubs and trees.



Stable Block (14' 06\" x 16' 08\" or 4.42m x 5.08m)

Three loose boxes each measuring approx 14'6 x 16'8, with additional feed/store room. Concrete yard area. Outside water tap and lighting.



Outbuildings

Derelict stone cottage alongside the stable block to the rear of the property and measuring approx 25'3\" x 14'9\" (7.70m x 4.50m), which requires complete renovation but has great development potential for further usage, such as granny annexe or holiday let.





Directions

Leave Llandeilo from the South on the A483. After leaving Ffairfach village turn left at Maerdy Hill and continue to the small Cross Roads on the hilltop. Turn left through stone pillars and follow the lane to the property.

Property Features :

• Individual Period Country Mansion
• Stable block and 18 acres approx
• 5 reception Rooms. Large conservatory.
• 5 Bedrooms 3 En suites and family bathroom
• Former Stone Cottage - ideal Granny annexe