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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SY23 4JG
For saleReduced £50k (−5.6%) on 27 OctListed 82 days
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LOCATION The property is located in the small village of Bontnewydd, lying between Tregaron and the village of Bronant.
The property is located within close proximity to the picturesque harbour town of Aberaeron (12 miles) and the vibrant university town of Aberystwyth (13 miles), with its extensive shopping, healthcare and rail links.
The Ceredigion coastline lies within easy reach, offering peaceful rural and coastal surroundings. FRON FARM Accessed via a private road and track leading to the car park and main dwelling.
The former dairy farm has no immediate neighbours or passing roads and was operated as a coarse and trout fishery and campsite until 2023.
Since which time the site has been maintained and improved to a high standard by the current owners.
THE FISHERY The fishery comprises four spring fed and well established lakes between 0.5 and 1 acre in size, with five spring fed stock ponds.
The two lakes close to the northern boundary are used for coarse fishing with mixed coarse fish species including carp up to around 30lbs.
The two southern lakes are used exclusively for trout fishing. The site benefits from a CCTV security system. CAMPING & GLAMPING The top fields extend to approximately 4.5 acres.
The campsite has a total of 23 electric pitches with individual 16 amp electric hook-ups and drinking water taps.
In addition are three hardstanding pitches with electric hook-ups for motorhomes with toilet and shower facilities and enclosed pot wash and septic tank.
The current owners have recently installed a luxury glamping pod, with ensuite shower and views across the fishery.
Further information on the pod is available from the agents: DWELLING Situated in an elevated position overlooking the lakes and grounds, a four bedroom farmhouse with large living room/dining room together with a separate kitchen, dining and living area and conservatory to the rear.
The house benefits from a new boiler and hot water system, two new modern fitted kitchens; new en-suite wet room, two wood burning stoves and double glazing.
The original farmhouse was extended around 30 years ago. creating a two bedroom self-contained annex, previously been utilised as a B&B. making it ideal for multi-generational living.
The rear garden is south facing with views over the lakes and hills beyond.
The property is approached via a loose stone driveway leading to a parking area to the fishery and residence which has its own private parking.
Extensive mature gardens lie on three sides, mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders.
The rear garden has views over the lakes and surrounding countryside with an area of decking leading from the conservatory.
BUILDINGS Situated to the rear of the dwelling is following outbuildings of block construction with electricity connected; Storage building (2.9 x 2.3m) Workshop building (12m x 5.5m) - Previously benefitted from planning permission for conversion into two holiday homes.
Ref; 991121 and A041185. INCOME & EXPENDITURE Historically the site has generated income through the sale of day tickets for the fishery, together with tent and motorhome Camping pitches.
Site has previously been used as a Wedding venue, The glamping pod adds potential for further revenue.
SERVICES The property has the benefit of mains electricity, mains water, private drainage (septic tank), oil-fired central heating.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Ceredigion County Council RATES Council Tax Band - Band D Rates Payable 2026/27- £2,372.68 Business Rates Payable - £Nil ENERGY PERFORMANCE EPC Rating - E DIRECTIONS Available from the agent prior to viewing.
Strictly by appointment only. Postcode: SY23 4JG
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