When economy meets tradition!

A most delightful and excellent example of a Welsh cottage situated on the outskirts of a popular coastal village, yet one of the most economical properties in the area.

The property is perfectly located, sitting adjacent to the National Park and therefore benefitting from the plentiful woodland and green open spaces.

Set within its own beautifully sculptured grounds, the property boasts gated access to an amply sized, gravelled parking area, which in turn affords pedestrian access to the property, in addition to vehicle access to the detached garage.

The property benefits from a very recent upgrade in both its energy system and its insulation. All the external facing walls have been internally insulated to the highest and latest standards. The energy system has been upgraded to feature the latest heat pump system supported by solar panels mounted on the rear facing roof. The energy savings the seller has already achieved are very impressive and would rival more modern properties.

Entry to the property is via a stable door, covered by a porch roof, allowing access into the charming cottage kitchen - 3.6 x 3.9 (11'9" x 12'9"). Some of the property’s unique features are still on offer in this room and of particular interest we feel are the beamed ceilings which feature the original meat hooks. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base, wall and drawer units affording shaker style white doors, complemented by light marble effect work surfaces and it additionally provides ample space for a farmhouse dining table. Appliances include a double electric oven with a ceramic hob and extractor hood over and the wall of which behind, offers tiled splashbacks. There is also an integrated fridge freezer along with space and plumbing for a dishwasher and an automatic washing machine. Benefitting from a window, allowing the space ample daylight, the room feels light and airy. A white enamel sink featuring chrome mixer tap, is strategically placed below the window to enjoy the views into the garden. Flooring is laid to oak laminate. Access to the pantry via a latched wooden door.

Moving through the property, passing the stairs to the first floor, you enter a stunningly spacious lounge, featuring beamed ceilings - 3.89m x 6.10m (12'9" x 20"). The room is currently divided into two distinct spaces with the lounge area boasting a Charnwood multifuel burner set on a slate hearth with slate tiled surround and wooden mantle. Two glazed doors allow access into a delightful garden room - 3.29 x 2.9 (10'9" x 9'6"), offering ample space for a dining room table, in addition to a seating area. A sizeable, arched picture window takes full advantage of the apex gable and allows an abundance of daylight to flood the room. Flooring is laid to engineered oak. French patio doors allow for access to the outside.

Advancing through the ground floor, you arrive at the first double bedroom - 3.9 x 4.3 (12'9" x 14'1"), presenting Velux windows to one side and French patio doors to the other. Flooring is laid with engineered oak. Additionally benefitting from a modern and tastefully presented ensuite shower room incorporating a low-level W.C, wash basin mounted in a vanity unit and a step in plumbed shower cubicle.

The first floor offers a rear landing which allow sight of the woodland, split in its format to house a double bedroom to either side. The first of these bedrooms 3 x 4.3 (9'10" x 14'1") is a spacious double with a deep-set window overlooking the front gardens, offering sea views beyond to the Llyn Peninsula. There are exposed oak beams and with an additional opaque glazed window to rear. Built in wardrobe and loft access hatch. The other and third double bedroom - 3.42 x 4.3 (11'2" x 14'1") - has a deep-set window overlooking the gardens with sea views beyond. Original oak beams add to the character and there is a built-in wardrobe.

The final room to the first floor, features a fully equipped four-piece family bathroom - 3.6 x 2.5 (11'9" x 8'2"), comprising of a low-level W.C, a delightful, handcrafted washbasin built into a bespoke vanity unit, step in shower cubicle and a panel bath unit. Additionally incorporating a towel radiator and a window to the front which sheds an abundance of light across the whole room.

Externally, the grounds to the property are presented in two distinct elements. To the front you will find a variety of landscaped features and seating areas. Pathways allow you to meander through the beautifully picturesque plant and shrub borders where you will pass the delightfully positioned summer house tucked away amidst this breath-taking scene. The vista from this point, looking across to the property and beyond to the woodland backdrop is quite simply stunning.

To the rear, you again benefit from a variety of walkways decorated with plants and shrubs. A gradual incline in the walkways present you above the property and allow you to view the spectacular vistas across to the coast and the mountains.

Externally, you will additionally find a detached garage - 4.6 x 3.3 (15'1" x 10'9") – which block built and has a utility area with up and over door from the driveway. Window to the side, power and lighting. Space for additional freezer and tumble drier. There is also a stone-built log store - 2.2 x 3.1 (7'2" x 10'2") - with flag stoned floors and slate roof.

Sellers Insight ……

I have had the absolute pleasure of residing at Cyplau for 22 years, spending many happy hours transforming the house and garden to become the peaceful haven that it now is.

Cyplau is Welsh for coupled and in its original form was two cottages that were formed into one cottage after the war. Llanbedr means Peter's village after St Peter the patron of Llanbedr church.

During the winter, Cyplau is warm and cosy and in the Summer, it bursts with light and sunshine. A perfect place for entertaining or alternatively, enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the unspoilt setting. Borders, shrubs, plants and trees decorate the garden, with areas to sit and relax and a productive fruit and vegetable plot on offer too. It has never been a chore to maintain, on the contrary it has been a joy, particularly to admire the everchanging vista throughout the seasons.

From the front gates, a left turn downhill will take you into the picturesque village affording shops, a café, pubs and a charming river walk on a circular route to arrive back in the village. Alternatively, turning right takes you on an uphill see view walk through woods and farmland onto the moors. Public footpaths are plentiful to allow access over the mountains.

Immediately behind the cottage you will find National Park woods which provide exquisite bluebell walks, various fungi and an abundance of birds. Nature at its best! Short drives lead to waterfalls, glacial lakes and beaches, the local one having sand dunes, a thriving cafe and an ancient stone candlelit church. The Llanbedr airfield and Shell Island are also close by. Ideal for keeping fit both mentally and physically with the added benefit of clean air (Snowdonia National Park is one of the few designated clear sky regions in the world) it is an extremely healthy place to dwell.

Llanbedr and Its Surrounds - Cyplau benefits from wonderful river and mountain walks at its doorstep and is located in the popular coastal village of Llanbedr situated on the western coastal fringe of the Snowdonia National Park and close to beautiful sandy beaches. The village is served by a convenience store, two public houses, a country house hotel and the village church. The local playing fields, Llanbedr CIW Primary School and the Cylch are just a few minutes’ walk away. Harlech with its World Heritage listed castle, famous beach and the renowned Royal St David's links golf course is two miles north of the village. Further afield are the larger towns of Barmouth (7 miles) and Porthmadog (12 miles) which offer additional shops and prominent supermarkets. At least two of the major supermarkets operate a delivery service to the village. A local bus service is on offer, in addition to a railway station only 5 minutes’ walk away which serves the Cambrian Coastline track and provides excellent links to nearby towns including Porthmadog and Barmouth with regular services to the Midlands and beyond. Behind the village of Llanbedr is the spectacular Rhinog mountain range that comprises countless hiking challenges for all abilities.

The property is Freehold and Council Tax Band E. It is fully double glazed.