Land for sale

Llandewi Fach, Nr Hay On Wye, Powys LD2

Set in a secluded location below the Begwyns, this remarkable survival of a medieval peasant hall/ longhouse dates back to around 1550. Offering the potential for five bedrooms, this unique property blends historical character with modern comforts following a ecological restoration by the current owners in 2014. Situated amidst approximately 28.5 acres of certified organic land, it also enjoys common grazing rights on to the Begwyns.The property is further enhanced by a range of traditional stone and modern outbuildings that have all been renovated as the current owners run a small organic farm business.

Description

Dating back to around the time Shakespeare was born, Upper Llandewi underwent a comprehensive restoration in 2013/2014. The present owners used ecological breathable building materials, many sourced from Ty Mawr Lime. This restoration included significant upgrades such as a new warm roof build, insulated limecrete ground floor with underfloor heating throughout the downstairs, replacement of external doors, installation of new double-glazed oak windows, modernization of the kitchen, plumbing, electrics, and much more. Ecological and organic solutions have been utilised throughout the house and farm

Location

The property is conveniently located just one mile south of the B4594 Erwood to Painscastle road, and four miles from the main A470 at either Erwood or Llyswen, as well as the main A438 at Glasbury or the Maesyronnen Chapel turning. The renowned book town of Hay-on-Wye is approximately 8 miles away, offering a unique shopping experience, while the market town of Builth Wells is just 10 miles away, providing a range of local shopping facilities, medical centres, and dental surgeries. Nearby primary schools can be found in Hay, Llyswen and Clyro, with secondary schools located in Three Cocks and Builth Wells. For those relying on public transport, mainline train stations are accessible within 28 miles at Abergavenny and Hereford, both of which offer further shopping opportunities and amenities

Step Inside

Upon entering through the front door, you find yourself in the entrance hall area. From here, you step down into the charming kitchen/dining room, characterized by exposed timbers and a striking exposed stone fireplace housing an solid fuel Rayburn. The kitchen also features a door leading to a good-sized pantry with salting slab and butchers block, another door to the rear, and access to the reception room. Additionally, there is a boot room with a door to the outside, as well as a storage room and a shower room.

Entering the reception room, you're greeted by original flag stone flooring, a large, stunning inglenook fireplace with a stone lintel and a Clearview wood-burning stove. The room features hand carved ceiling timbers and a curved stone staircase leading to the first floor. Two further doors lead into the study/music room, where the exposed remnants of the original cruck frame are visible.



The staircase leads to a split first-floor landing, granting access to three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedroom 1 and bedroom 3 offer access to two additional rooms, both currently used as extra bedrooms.

The largest of these rooms, the old granary benefits from steps leading to the exterior gardens. Throughout the first floor, all rooms boast original exposed timbers, adding to the historic charm and character of the property.

Step Outside

As you approach the property via a lane, the farmhouse comes into view, flanked by two charming traditional stone barns and three portal-framed sheds, along with a workshop. These have electric, water and mostly concrete pad floors, and are currently used as livestock and machinery sheds, hay barns, and woodsheds. In addition, there is a fully insulated, heated farm office with services upstairs in the stone stable building, along with the potential for wider domestic use in a partially converted area, subject to planning permission. Solar Panels on the hay barn receive the Feed- in-Tariff payment of around £1.7k until 2031 and provide reduced electric bills and hot water in the house.

Spread across 28.5 acres of mostly flat, certified organic land, including a clover ley (following a crop of wheat), hay meadows and permanent pastures, Upper Llandewi offers ample space for agricultural pursuits and outdoor enjoyment. There are panoramic views from the land over the (truncated)



One of the standout features of this property is the large landscaped garden that wraps around the house, encompassing ponds, a stone patio and herb garden, large lawn, and flower beds. Behind this is the well-stocked orchard and to the west it merges with the native woodland. The garden is sheltered, with mature planting and offers views over the open countryside beyond. There is also a large separate vegetable garden with polytunnel. This all combines to create a diverse wildlife haven.

Many of the hedges on the farm have been laid in the last decade and the majority of the fencing has been replaced with double fencing using chestnut stakes. There is piped spring water or streams in all fields

Directions

From Hay-on-Wye proceed along the B4350 into Glasbury-on-Wye, turn right at the filling station crossing over the river Wye. Take the immediate left turn into the middle of the village, continue past Foyles until reaching Cwmbach. Take the right turn sign posted Ffynnon Gynydd. Proceed up and onto the common and continue past the former school on the right hand side, after crossing the cattle grid turn left towards the small well on your left. Ignore the next immediate right turn to Painscastle, staying on lane for approximately 3 miles you will pass over the western end of the Begwns Hill via 2 cattle grids, go past a left turn signed Boughrood. Continue to the bottom of the hill (roughly a quarter of a mile) and turn right onto the driveway to Upper Llandewi.

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Agents Notes

An additional 6 acres are available through separate negotiation.