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Plas Blaenddol, Llan Ffestiniog, Gwynedd LL41 4PH
This fine residence is set in the centre of the magnificent Snowdonia National Park. Amidst the beautiful and evocative Snowdonia
countryside, Plas Blaenddol was built around 200 years ago as home for the wealthy owner of a local slate mine with the additional
benefit of a Lodge House at the entrance to the estate. The gardens and surrounding views are nothing short of spectacular.
Description
Plas Blaenddol is without doubt one of the area’s principal residences.
The striking beauty of the locality and the backdrop of the Moelwyn
mountain range to the north of the estate, add real drama. The position of
the residence was obviously well chosen and the tranquil setting just
perfect! Llan Ffestiniog is centrally positioned to give easy access to the
northerly and southerly areas of the Snowdonia National Park whilst
sitting at the head of the beautiful Vale of Ffestiniog. The inspiring
landscape is well documented and offers an ideal place in which to settle.
In more recent years the building was converted into three separate
dwellings known as Manor House, Lake House and Old Bell House. Lake
House and Old Bell House are currently let as holiday cottages. The
alterations were made in such a way that conversion back to a single
property would be easily possible.
There is also the scope for the main house and lodge to be converted to
commercial use: Some of the possibilities are as a hotel, guest house or
perhaps a rest/care home. (We hold a document from the National Park
Office stating that change of use either back to a single dwelling or as a
commercial concern may be considered but advises potential buyers to
contact the authority directly to discuss any proposal).
The substantial garden grounds consist of extensive lawns with an
abundance of established trees and shrubs providing the estate with a
high degree of privacy. In addition there is a lake and 3 acre river valley
which forms part of a conservation area.
Amidst a land of legends, castles and dragons, the wonderful Plas
Blaenddol family residence would make not only a perfect family home
but also a home with an income and many other possibilities besides.
This is a sale that provides a rare and unique opportunity for discerning
purchasers to acquire the ultimate in Welsh Country Manor Houses.
Locality
Plas Blaenddol sits in a truly idyllic location amidst some of the most
beautiful scenery in the Snowdonia National park. The relaxing
parkland grounds offer a peaceful setting with a stunning mountain
scape backdrop of the peaks of the Moelwyn mountains on the far side
of the Ffestiniog valley. The Vale of Ffestiniog is where the rivers
Cynfal, Teigl and Goedol converge and gently meander towards
Tremadog Bay. The Ffestiniog area is historically well known for its
slate mining heritage the evidence of which has clearly left its mark
amongst the hillsides – one can only imagine what the local miners
thought of working within the beautiful landscape. A real asset and
highlight for the area is the new construction of a Mountain Bike Centre
near Llechwedd with competition and leisure routes along with
workshops. With this new centre on the doorstep, Plas Blaenddol is
also centrally situated equidistant between two other mountain biking
centres, i.e. Coed y Brenin and Gwydyr Forest, both approximately 14
miles distant. Blaenau Ffestiniog (just some 2½ miles) has a mainline
railway station and interestingly has the highest station on the
Ffestiniog Railway which runs to Porthmadog and connects with the
Welsh Highland Railway. Bala can also be easily accessed and caters
for a variety of watersports. Along the main thoroughfare of the A487 on
the edge of the Vale lies the village of Penrhyndeudraeth which has a
range of amenities and mainline railway station to provide the
necessary links for the coastline towns. Also nearby is the famous
Italianesque village of Portmeirion built by Clough Williams-Ellis which
became famous in the 1960’s for hosting the Prisoner TV series that
starred Patrick McGoohan. Further on you will find the large town of
Porthmadog. Porthmadog has a lovely harbour and marina whilst within
the town you will find the majority of your shopping needs taken care of
together with schools and leisure facilities. The colourful town is home
to the Welsh Highland Railway which now stretches all the way to
Caernarfon. Just along the coastline on the Llyn Peninsula there is the
historic Criccieth and the market town of Pwllheli which is famous for its
marina, hosting many sailing regattas throughout the year. Last but by
no means least, is that the Snowdonia Mountain range, constantly
present beckons the adventurer to climb, explore and discover new
vistas, offering a whole new dimension on the area.

The Lodge
Present owners’ thoughts
“I came to Plas Blaenddol some years ago as part of a birthday
celebration,” says Diane. “The house had such a wonderful and tranquil
atmosphere about it that when I was leaving I mentioned to the then
owners that if it was ever available for sale, I would be interested. As it
happened it was actually on the market at that time – and I have been here
ever since! The house is very special and has such a warm, welcoming
and friendly feel that, when you couple this with the grounds, its setting,
views and the surrounding countryside, you could be forgiven for feeling
the stresses and bustle of the modern world are a million miles away.”
“Living here offers so much – such peace and tranquillity and yet there’s
also the opportunity for outdoor activities, walking, climbing, boating,
fishing, abseiling, gorge scrambling or taking advantage of quieter pursuits,
writing, reading or painting.”
“The main Residence and Lodge House is set in 9 acres of grounds, with
lawns and woodlands that lead down to the river. We have had marquees
on the lawn for wedding receptions of over 100 guests – I can’t think of a
more perfect setting.”
“There is such potential here, the house was thoughtfully renovated around
15 years ago by dividing the building into three separate wings. The
owners live in one wing and the other two are currently let as holiday
cottages with their own private entrances, but it could equally be returned
to its former state as one complete home. It is a substantially built house
with walls up to three feet thick and original features – it certainly would
provide a fine family home with its own Lodge House to accommodate
even more guests.”
“It takes just 15 minutes to reach the coast and the towns of Porthmadog
and Harlech with the village of Portmeirion even nearer. There is a
doctors’ surgery, a shop, a post office plus a school in the village and all
other amenities are only a short drive away. It has been truly wonderful
living in this beautiful environment: I will miss everything about this house
and the countryside. It’s such a handsome house and it offers such a high
quality of living – and with the local ‘rush-hour’ seeming to comprise of only
six or seven cars, it offers the kind of lifestyle that most people seek but
seldom find.”
Accommodation
(Each wing has its own separate LPG supply and 2200 litre storage tank)
MAIN RESIDENCE (one building separated into three wings)
A fine slate floored open entrance porch welcomes you to this magnificent
property through a glazed front door which leads to:
Spacious Reception Hall: With a coved ceiling and sweeping staircase
which leads to the first floor. Double radiator. An inner hallway with slate
floor leads to a Butlers Pantry and a separate Boiler Room also with slate
flagged floor. The boiler which is LPG provides central heating to the main
residence. Leading directly off the Reception Hall is:
Drawing Room: Indeed a most impressive and spacious room featuring
an ornate coved ceiling, traditional marble fireplace surround with tiled
insets and incorporating a living flame gas fire, two double radiators and
French windows frame magnificent views of the grounds and also lead out
onto the front lawned area.
Spacious Kitchen / Dining Room: Features a range of modern style
fitted units incorporating a double bowl sink unit, breakfast bar and
matching wall cupboards. There is an ornate coved ceiling, two double
radiators and a French window leading out onto a southerly facing rear
garden.
FIRST FLOOR: A mezzanine level landing provides a study / office area
with double radiator and set above this is the main landing area itself.
Master Bedroom: Georgian style window, double radiator and traditional
fireplace.
En-Suite Bathroom: With panelled bath, tiled surround with overhead
shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low suite Wc and double radiator.
Bedroom 2: With two double radiators, traditional fireplace surround and
a Georgian style window with seating framing views over the superb
grounds. Access directly to the Bathroom.
Bedroom 3: Again with Georgian style window with window seating
framing views of the beautiful landscaped grounds. There is a double
radiator and a traditional style fireplace surround.
Bathroom: With panelled bath, tiled surround, shower screen and
overhead shower. Pedestal wash hand basin, low suite Wc and double
radiator.
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LAKE HOUSE (the south wing)
Directly adjoining the main residence of Plas Blaenddol.
Cloakroom / Shower Room: With low suite Wc, wash hand basin and shower.
Living Room / Dining Room: With two Georgian style windows framing views over the
grounds, traditional style fireplace surround with tiled inset and fitted coal effect gas fire, coved
ceiling and double radiator.
Fitted Kitchen: Featuring fitted base units with a double bowl single drainer stainless steel sink
top, matching wall cupboards and an LPG central heating boiler. There is a tiled floor and double
radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Traditional style fireplace surround and hearth, double radiator and a Georgian
style window with a window seat. Coved ceiling.
Bedroom 2: Double radiator and windows to two elevations.
Bathroom: Featuring a raised level corner bath with ceramic tiled surround, pedestal wash
hand basin and low suite Wc. Radiator.
THE OLD BELL HOUSE (the west wing)
Reception Hall: With a slate flagged floor, double radiator and staircase leading to the first
floor.
Wet Room: With shower, ceramic tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin and low suite Wc.
Tiled floor and radiator.
Spacious Living Room: (the original kitchen to Plas Blaenddol) With the original service bells
still in existence. Tiled floor, a stone fireplace incorporating a living flame gas fire, double
radiator, large window overlooking the rear garden which incorporates an attractive terraced
area and there is also a part glazed outer rear door.
Dining Room: With slate flagged floor, an open timber beamed ceiling, delightful views over the
lake towards the surrounding Snowdonia hills and mountains and a recessed stone fireplace
incorporating a living flame gas stove.
Fitted Kitchen: ‘L’ shaped room featuring a slate flagged floor space, a range of fitted base and
wall units with a double bowl single drainer sink unit, spacious work surfaces and a range of
display shelving. A second, part glazed outer rear door leads out onto an attractive terrace, set
within the rear garden area.
FIRST FLOOR
Master Bedroom: With coved ceiling, traditional style fireplace surround and two double radiators.
En-Suite Shower Room: With recessed shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low suite Wc.
Bedroom 2: Featuring a traditional style fireplace, double radiator, coved ceiling and built-in airing
cupboard complete with a hot water cylinder.
Bedroom 3: Double radiator, traditional style slate fireplace surround and wonderful views.
Bathroom: Panelled bath with shower attachment and ceramic tiled surround, fitted vanity unit and low
suite Wc.
SECOND FLOOR: A further landing area with a series of built-in storage areas.
Bedroom 4: With sloped ceilings, exposed purlins, double glazed roof light and built-in eaves storage
cupboards.
THE LODGE: Located just inside the entrance gate to the estate. The entrance is via a:
Double Glazed Conservatory: With a slate floor. The west facing conservatory frames views over the
surrounding countryside and there are internal glazed double doors which lead directly to a:-
Kitchen / Breakfast Room featuring a range of fitted kitchen units incorporating a double bowl stainless
steel sink top, work surfaces and wall cupboards. Ceramic wall tiling, electric storage heater, breakfast bar
and separate external outer door.
Inner Hall: With a dog legged staircase leading to the upper floor.
A Cosy Living Room: With a slate fireplace and hearth. Three windows overlook woodland and the main
driveway leading to Plas Blaenddol. Two electric storage heaters. Adjoining the Living Room is a:
Bedroom: Currently used as a study. With electric storage heater.
Bathroom: Bath with ceramic tiled surround, shower, pedestal wash hand basin, Wc and electric storage
heater.
Separate Cloakroom: Low suite Wc and wash hand basin.
FIRST FLOOR - Spacious walk-in Dressing Room
Two Bedrooms: With lofty ceilings, exposed purlins and roof trusses.
Outside: A gated lodge provides a stately entrance to Plas Blaenddol. The private driveway runs through
some 6 acres of mature landscaped grounds which leads to the property. Extensive lawns, mature trees,
woodland, a stream fed lake, Summer House and a 3 acre river valley (part of a delightful conservation
area) all enhance this wonderful Country Manor House. A patio and terrace overlook the lake. There are
outbuildings, kennels, workshop and a games room with covered barbeque area (an ideal summer party
venue).
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MAIN HOUSE
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THE LODGE
THE OUTBUILDINGS
MAIN HOUSE
LAKE HOUSE
OLD BELL HOUSE
THE LODGE

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