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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · LL23 7UW
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About
16 Craig Y Fron is a beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home, thoughtfully designed to provide spacious bedrooms and generous living areas, making it ideal for modern family living.
In addition, the property includes an independent one-bedroom ground floor holiday let annexe, offering potential for supplementary income. Currently generating approximately £10,000 per year.
The front of the property features a well-maintained lawn, ample off-road parking, and an EV charging point, while the rear boasts an enclosed garden with solar panels, a timber shed, and a workshop with electrical supply, UPVC doors, and windows.
A side roof terrace provides a superb outdoor space to relax and enjoy the glorious views across the town.
The property is located in Bala, a picturesque market town in Gwynedd, set against stunning natural surroundings and home to Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), the largest natural lake in Wales.
The town offers a range of local shops, cafés, and amenities, with excellent opportunities for sailing, walking, and cycling, making it a popular choice for families and those seeking a peaceful yet vibrant community.
Accommodation: Ground Floor Flat/Annexe: Open Plan Kitchen & Lounge (3.30m x 5.24m): Modern fitted units, large UPVC window, and patio doors providing plenty of natural light.
Bedroom (3.93m x 2.91m): Generously sized with inbuilt storage and a large UPVC window.
Shower Room (2.59m x 1.85m): Contemporary in style, with shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, toilet, and smart mirror.
Main Home: Entrance Hall (3.91m x 3.54m): Welcoming and bright, leading into the home. WC (2.11m x 0.78m): Fitted with wash hand basin.
Store Room (2.50m x 2.13m): Conveniently located for additional storage. Utility/Boot Room (1.13m x 1.97m): With access to the rear garden via a UPVC door.
Kitchen (2.90m x 4.51m): Fitted with modern units and integrated appliances, including a wine rack; large UPVC window with town views.
Diner & Lounge (3.06m x 6.26m / 2.99m x 6.09m): Cozy and inviting, featuring a multi-fuel stove, large UPVC window, and sliding doors to the rear garden.
Bathroom (2.91m x 2.81m): Separate bath and shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, and toilet. Bedroom 1 (4.00 x 4.24m): Spacious, carpeted, with a large UPVC window.
Bedroom 2 (2.94m x 3.75m): Spacious, carpeted, with large UPVC window and views over the town. Bedroom 3 (3.67m x 2.96m): Well-sized, carpeted, with large UPVC window and inbuilt wardrobes.
Services The property benefits from mains electricity, water, and drainage. In addition, solar panels were installed in the rear garden in 2024, providing additional energy efficiency.
Heating The property is heated via gas central heating. Please note that the agent has not tested any services, appliances, or the central heating system.
Council TaxMain Home - Band E Annexe - Band A Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way We are not aware of any wayleaves, easements, or rights of way affecting the property.
The property will be sold subject to, and with the benefit of, all such rights whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Planning We are not aware of any active planning applications in place in relation to the property.
Article 4 Directive If you own a residential dwelling (which is a main home) within the Eryri National Park area and wish to change the use to a second home, short term holiday let or specific mixed use, you will be required to obtain planning permission from Eryri's National Park Authority before undertaking the change of use.
If you own a dwelling that is already in use as a second home, short term holiday let or specific mixed uses (before 1 June 2025) - the Article 4 Direction will not affect the current use.
Building Survey & Condition No formal building survey has been carried out on the property in the past 12 months. The agents have not undertaken a full survey.
Directions From our Bala High Street office, head northeast for approximately 90 yards and turn left onto Cambrian Terrace.
Continue onto Castle Street, then turn left at the top of the hill onto Craig Y Fron. Take the first left, and the property will be on your right after approximately 100 yards.
What3Words: ///trembles.applied.kite Method of Sale The property is to be offered for sale by private treaty.
Tenure & Possession The freehold of the property is offered with vacant possession on completion of sale.
Local Authorities Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri/Snowdonia National Park Viewings Strictly by confirmed appointment with the vendor's agents R G Jones - Health & Safety Given the potential hazards of property, we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety.
DISCLAIMER These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set for guidance only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
Intending purchasers or purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise of their accuracy.
No person in the employment of Farmers Marts (R G Jones) Ltd has the authority to make or give any representations or warranty in relation to the property.
Council Tax Band: E (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri) Tenure: Freehold
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