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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · LL29 8YR
For saleListed 261 days
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About
A substantial rural detached 4 bedroom house owned and occupied by the same family for several decades, set within a large elevated plot, commanding exceptional countryside and coastal views.
Set in a countryside setting yet within 5 minutes drive of Old Colwyn and the A55 Expressway. Alpine Cottage commands panoramic views over open fields to the sea.
Spacious well appointed accommodation comprising reception hall, lounge and snug area, study/bedroom 4, rear hall, breakfast kitchen, dining room, rear hallway, walk-in pantry, shower room and rear utility.
Spacious first floor landing, bedroom 1, bedroom 2, bedroom 3, bathroom. Garage and outside workshops/stores. Large gardens, parking and established shrubs.
Central heating and part sealed unit double glazing. Some upgrading and modernisation required throughout. Viewing Recommended.
Alpine cottage is located within a mile of Llanelian village in a beautiful elevated setting.
Llanelian is a small rural village with a great sense of community and a popular pub that enjoys an elevated position within 1.5 miles of Old Colwyn and the A55 Expressway.
The Accommodation Affords - (approximate measurements only): Reception Hallway: - Double panelled radiator; balustrade staircase leading off; timber and glazed front door; coving; dado rail.
Ground Floor Bedroom/Study: - 5m x 2.8m (16'4" x 9'2") - Desk worktop; sealed unit double glazed window overlooking front enjoying panoramic views; range of book-shelving; double panelled radiator; coved ceiling.
Lounge: - 3.48m x 5m (11'5" x 16'4") - Brick mock fireplace surround with slate hearth; coved ceiling; radiator; TV point; double glazed window overlooking front enjoy extensive views; archway leading to: Snug: - 5m x 2.47m (16'4" x 8'1") - Double glazed window overlooking front enjoying extensive views; front window seating.
Rear Hallway: - Timber and glazed door leading to: Large Breakfast Kitchen: - 4.33m x 4.19m (14'2" x 13'8") - Fitted range of base and wall cupboards with complementary worktops; single drainer sink; plumbing for automatic washing machine; electric cooker point; space for fridge freezer; wall tiling; extractor hood; feature recessed fireplace housing Range cooker with slate hearth, timber lintel over, inset tiling and lighting; beamed ceiling; sealed unit double glazed window overlooking rear; double panelled radiator.
Dining Room: - 4.26m x 2.73m (13'11" x 8'11") - Feature brick fireplace surround with side plinth and slate sills; double panelled radiator; beamed ceiling; uPVC double glazed French doors leading onto rear of property.
Rear Hallway: - Double panelled radiator; built-in linen storage cupboard with radiator; cloak hooks.
Walk-In Larder: - 2m x 1.81m (6'6" x 5'11") - Range of shelving; worktops; space for freezer; sealed unit double glazed window.
Shower Room: - 2.22m x 1.76m (7'3" x 5'9") - Three piece suite comprising shower enclosure, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC; double panelled radiator.
Rear Utility & Porch: - 3.7m x 1.4m (12'1" x 4'7") - Glazed surrounds; base units and worktops; plumbing for automatic washing machine; Worcester oil fired boiler for central heating and hot water.
Aluminium double glazed rear door.
First Floor - Spacious Landing: - Seating area; velux double glazed window to rear pitch; sealed unit double glazed window overlooking front enjoying extensive views.
Bedroom No 1: - 3.47m x 3.62m (11'4" x 11'10") - Double glazed window to front; double panelled radiator; wall lights; TV point.
Archway leading to: Dressing Room: - 3.66m x 2.49m (12'0" x 8'2") - Hanging space and shelving; porthole side window and double glazed window overlooking front enjoying views.
Bedroom No 2: - 4.36m x 3m (14'3" x 9'10") - Two rooms with double panelled radiator; velux and side window enjoying views; coved ceiling; radiator.
Bedroom No 3: - 3.87m x 2.8m (12'8" x 9'2") - Double panelled radiator; sealed unit double glazed window to front enjoying extensive views.
Bathroom: - 2.91m x 2.93m (9'6" x 9'7") - Timber panelled bath, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin; double panelled radiator; double glazed window to side elevation.
Outside: - The property commands an elevated position, has driveway leading to ample hardstanding areas for parking; rockery front garden and level grassed areas.
The rear garden is extensive mainly grassed with variety of established shrubs and plants; large timber built outside store sheds; brick built store and workshop; upper level former vegetable garden.
The grounds enjoy extensive views over the North Wales Coastline. Services: - Mains water (water meter), electricity, private drainage, oil fired central heating.
Council Tax Band: - Conwy County Borough Council tax band 'G'. Viewing: - By appointment through the agents, Iwan M Williams, 5 Bangor Road, Conwy, LL32 8NG, tel .
Email Directions: - In the Village centre of Llanelian continue straight ahead, up and out of the village pass a house on the right, continue up the lane and take the first right at a junction onto a no through road.
pass a house on the left and 3 houses on the right, continue up the hill on a single track lane for half a mile. Alpine Cottage will be found on left hand side - LL29 8YR.
Proof Of Identity: - In order to comply with anti-money laundering regulations, Iwan M Williams Estate Agents require all buyers to provide us with proof of identity and proof of current residential address.
The following documents must be presented in all cases: IDENTITY DOCUMENTS: a photographic ID, such as current passport or UK driving licence.
EVIDENCE OF ADDRESS: a bank, building society statement, utility bill, credit card bill or any other form of ID, issued within the previous three months, providing evidence of residency as the correspondence address.
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