- For Sale
- GBP 740,000
- Property Style: Traditional
- Bedroom: 9
- Bathroom: 4
Felin Pontbren – A Timeless Welsh Retreat
Felin Pontbren is a truly unique country estate, seamlessly blending historic charm with modern comfort in the heart of West Wales. Originally constructed around 1890 as a Mill House, this remarkable property retains its deep historical roots while embracing contemporary living. Built from traditional stone and slate, the home exudes an enduring elegance, with every feature reflecting the craftsmanship of its era.
While the original water mill was carefully relocated to the St. Fagans Welsh Folk History Museum in Cardiff, the spirit of its heritage remains ever-present. In the early 1980s, the property underwent a thoughtful expansion, preserving its character while enhancing its functionality. The estate also boasts a beautifully converted Millers' Barn and Coach House, now offering two self-contained residential units that harmonise effortlessly with the surrounding landscape.
The Main Residence & Additional Accommodation
The five-bedroom main house is a welcoming haven, featuring:
✔ Two bathrooms
✔ Conservatory – a serene space to enjoy the gardens
✔ Utility room
✔ Well-appointed kitchen with a traditional feel
✔ Dining room – ideal for family gatherings
✔ Spacious living room with characterful details
✔ Study/home office for work or quiet retreat
Adjoining the main residence, the converted barn offers an enchanting escape. The two self-contained units each feature two bedrooms, making them perfect for extended family, guests, or holiday rentals.
A Breathtaking Natural Setting
Set within approximately 6 acres, Felin Pontbren enjoys a landscape that is as diverse as it is picturesque. The estate features:
🌿 Lawned gardens & former mill pond – a peaceful outdoor sanctuary
🌿 Pastureland & woodland – with three main paddocks, bordered by mature beech trees
🌿 2 acres of natural woodland, transforming with the seasons – from a temperate rainforest in the cooler months to a bluebell-carpeted wonderland in spring
For those with a passion for self-sufficiency, the vegetable growing area is well-equipped with:
✔ Polytunnel & shade net tunnel
✔ Raised beds for year-round cultivation
✔ Orchard trees & large chicken coop, where hens roam freely
Felin Pontbren is a registered smallholding with a CPH number, preserving its authentic agricultural heritage.
An Idyllic Location
Nestled within a scenic wooded valley, Felin Pontbren enjoys a tranquil yet accessible position between the charming communities of Caerwedros and Cross Inn. The stunning coastline of Cardigan Bay at New Quay is just a short distance away, with Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, Cardigan, and Lampeter all within easy reach.
For those who love the outdoors, a picturesque river valley footpath leads directly to the Wales Coastal Path, offering breathtaking walks through woodland, farmland, and waterfalls before reaching the sea.
Modern Connectivity & Practicalities
Despite its peaceful location, the property is well-connected, benefiting from BT Full Fibre 900 broadband, ensuring ultra-fast internet speeds.
✔ Council Tax Bands:
🏡 Main House – Band G
🏠 Annex – Band A
Vendor's Perspective – A Home of Joy & Adventure
*"For 23 years, Felin Pontbren has been our sanctuary—a place of adventure, joy, and contentment. It has been a home for us and our family, where we’ve kept ponies, pigs, chickens, ducks, and geese, while cultivating our own fruit and vegetables all year round.
Our woodland, bordered by a gentle stream, transforms through the seasons—moss-covered and mystical in autumn and winter, bursting into life with snowdrops, anemones, and bluebells in spring. The landscape is alive with wildlife, offering something new to enjoy every season.
Walking our dogs along the scenic river valley footpath, passing waterfalls and woodlands on the way to the coastal path, has been one of life’s greatest pleasures. This home has given us, our family, and friends incredible memories, but now it's time for us to move closer to loved ones who need us."*
GROUND FLOOR
Utility Room
With quarry tile flooring, plumbing for automatic washing machine and fridge freezer, space for other appliances, UPVC double glazed window to rear, hardwood door into kitchen.
Kitchen
Front aspect with a range of handcrafted wooden Welsh oak with a sycamore worktop and a range of eye and base level units, with a single bowl Butler sink unit with mixer tap over, two UPVC double glazed windows with excellent views, part tiled walls, ceramic tiled flooring, wonderful Aga with two burners and double oven, spotlighting and walkway through to dining room.
Dining Room
14'1" x 16'1"
With fitted wood burner, UPVC double glazed window to front with excellent views, UPVC half glazed security door to front, two radiators, beam ceiling, parquet flooring, understairs nook, part wooden clad walls, stairs to first floor landing, doors into sitting room and study.
Sitting Room
19'8" x 13'9"
Dual aspect, with fitted wood burning stove, three UPVC double glazed windows, coved ceiling, attractive wooden flooring, radiator, door from dining room leads into study.
Study
8'6" x 14'1"
With attractive ceramic tiled flooring, two UPVC double glazed windows to side with an attractive window seat, part glazed door leads into conservatory.
Conservatory
12'6" x 14'1"
Triple aspect, a particular feature of the property with outstanding views to all sides encompassing nature and overlooking lots of wildlife, UPVC double glazed windows throughout, two UPVC double glazed doors to rear and side, slate flooring, radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
First Floor Landing
Dogleg with original roof access, spacious landing
Bedroom One
15'5" x 8'10"
Dual aspect with two UPVC double glazed windows with original wooden flooring, wonderful views to both sides, character wall, radiator and fireplace.
Bedroom Two
13'9" x 9'2"
Dual aspect with excellent views, two UPVC double glazed windows to the side and radiator.
Bathroom
6'4" x 7'3"
Three piece with rolltop bath with mixer / shower set, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, UPVC double glazed window to front and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Five
7'7" x 11'6"
Currently used as a dressing room with front aspect packed with original flooring, UPVC double glazed window with wonderful views to the front and airing cupboard with hot water tank.
Bedroom Three
10'2" x 10'6"
Rear aspect with vanity wash hand basin and radiator.
Shower Room
5'11" x 4'7"
With walk in shower cubicle, low level WC, vanity wash hand basin, UPVC double glazed window to rear, spotlighting and extractor / light point.
Bedroom Four
9'2" x 10'0"
Dual aspect with two UPVC double glazed windows with excellent views, radiator and access to loft space.
FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT - BARN CONVERSION
Entrance Porch
Leading into spacious entrance hall.
Sitting Room
12'10" x 16'1"
With attractive old fitted electric wood burner effects fire, beam ceilings, two radiators, laminate wooden flooring and two UPVC double glazed windows to both sides offering great views.
Entrance Hall
With doors leading to all rooms.
Bedroom One
11'2" x 10'0"
Front aspect with views over to river and bridge, UPVC double glazed windows and laminate wood flooring.
Bedroom Two
11'5" x 9'8"
Front aspect with great views over the bridge, UPVC double glazed window, radiator and laminate flooring.
Kitchen
9'5" x 11'10"
Offers a loosely fitted kitchen with a single bowl sink unit with two UPVC double glazed windows to front, laminate flooring, oil fired central heating floor mounted boiler, electric cooker / electric cooker point, space for table, coved ceiling and radiator.
Bathroom
6'11" x 5'7"
Front aspect with a three piece suite with panel enclosed bath and Mira electric shower, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, heated towel rail, wall mounted extractor fan, tiled walls and UPVC double glazed window.
GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT - BARN CONVERSION
Kitchen / Diner
9'5" x 15'3"
L shaped open plan lounge diner / kitchenette which is front aspect with radiator, blend of laminate flooring and slate tiled flooring. The kitchen offering a single drainer stainless steel sink unit with a range of base level units with a large picture window which is UPVC double glazed overlooking the bridge and the parking in front, fitted fridge, inset spotlighting and access to shower room.
Bedroom One
8'1" x 11'11"
Front aspect, radiator, large UPVC double glazed picture window and UPVC window to side.
Bedroom Two
6'10" x 11'10"
Side aspect, UPVC double glazed window to side, laminate flooring, radiator and coved ceiling.
Shower Room
8'2" x 6'8"
With pedestal wash hand basin, Saniflo WC, shower cubicle with Myra electric shower, radiator, tiled flooring.
(L Section 4.6m x 6.3m)
Outside:
Carport, containing wood store. Parking for several vehicles.
Felin Pontbren is a truly unique country estate, seamlessly blending historic charm with modern comfort in the heart of West Wales. Originally constructed around 1890 as a Mill House, this remarkable property retains its deep historical roots while embracing contemporary living. Built from traditional stone and slate, the home exudes an enduring elegance, with every feature reflecting the craftsmanship of its era.
While the original water mill was carefully relocated to the St. Fagans Welsh Folk History Museum in Cardiff, the spirit of its heritage remains ever-present. In the early 1980s, the property underwent a thoughtful expansion, preserving its character while enhancing its functionality. The estate also boasts a beautifully converted Millers' Barn and Coach House, now offering two self-contained residential units that harmonise effortlessly with the surrounding landscape.
The Main Residence & Additional Accommodation
The five-bedroom main house is a welcoming haven, featuring:
✔ Two bathrooms
✔ Conservatory – a serene space to enjoy the gardens
✔ Utility room
✔ Well-appointed kitchen with a traditional feel
✔ Dining room – ideal for family gatherings
✔ Spacious living room with characterful details
✔ Study/home office for work or quiet retreat
Adjoining the main residence, the converted barn offers an enchanting escape. The two self-contained units each feature two bedrooms, making them perfect for extended family, guests, or holiday rentals.
A Breathtaking Natural Setting
Set within approximately 6 acres, Felin Pontbren enjoys a landscape that is as diverse as it is picturesque. The estate features:
🌿 Lawned gardens & former mill pond – a peaceful outdoor sanctuary
🌿 Pastureland & woodland – with three main paddocks, bordered by mature beech trees
🌿 2 acres of natural woodland, transforming with the seasons – from a temperate rainforest in the cooler months to a bluebell-carpeted wonderland in spring
For those with a passion for self-sufficiency, the vegetable growing area is well-equipped with:
✔ Polytunnel & shade net tunnel
✔ Raised beds for year-round cultivation
✔ Orchard trees & large chicken coop, where hens roam freely
Felin Pontbren is a registered smallholding with a CPH number, preserving its authentic agricultural heritage.
An Idyllic Location
Nestled within a scenic wooded valley, Felin Pontbren enjoys a tranquil yet accessible position between the charming communities of Caerwedros and Cross Inn. The stunning coastline of Cardigan Bay at New Quay is just a short distance away, with Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, Cardigan, and Lampeter all within easy reach.
For those who love the outdoors, a picturesque river valley footpath leads directly to the Wales Coastal Path, offering breathtaking walks through woodland, farmland, and waterfalls before reaching the sea.
Modern Connectivity & Practicalities
Despite its peaceful location, the property is well-connected, benefiting from BT Full Fibre 900 broadband, ensuring ultra-fast internet speeds.
✔ Council Tax Bands:
🏡 Main House – Band G
🏠 Annex – Band A
Vendor's Perspective – A Home of Joy & Adventure
*"For 23 years, Felin Pontbren has been our sanctuary—a place of adventure, joy, and contentment. It has been a home for us and our family, where we’ve kept ponies, pigs, chickens, ducks, and geese, while cultivating our own fruit and vegetables all year round.
Our woodland, bordered by a gentle stream, transforms through the seasons—moss-covered and mystical in autumn and winter, bursting into life with snowdrops, anemones, and bluebells in spring. The landscape is alive with wildlife, offering something new to enjoy every season.
Walking our dogs along the scenic river valley footpath, passing waterfalls and woodlands on the way to the coastal path, has been one of life’s greatest pleasures. This home has given us, our family, and friends incredible memories, but now it's time for us to move closer to loved ones who need us."*
GROUND FLOOR
Utility Room
With quarry tile flooring, plumbing for automatic washing machine and fridge freezer, space for other appliances, UPVC double glazed window to rear, hardwood door into kitchen.
Kitchen
Front aspect with a range of handcrafted wooden Welsh oak with a sycamore worktop and a range of eye and base level units, with a single bowl Butler sink unit with mixer tap over, two UPVC double glazed windows with excellent views, part tiled walls, ceramic tiled flooring, wonderful Aga with two burners and double oven, spotlighting and walkway through to dining room.
Dining Room
14'1" x 16'1"
With fitted wood burner, UPVC double glazed window to front with excellent views, UPVC half glazed security door to front, two radiators, beam ceiling, parquet flooring, understairs nook, part wooden clad walls, stairs to first floor landing, doors into sitting room and study.
Sitting Room
19'8" x 13'9"
Dual aspect, with fitted wood burning stove, three UPVC double glazed windows, coved ceiling, attractive wooden flooring, radiator, door from dining room leads into study.
Study
8'6" x 14'1"
With attractive ceramic tiled flooring, two UPVC double glazed windows to side with an attractive window seat, part glazed door leads into conservatory.
Conservatory
12'6" x 14'1"
Triple aspect, a particular feature of the property with outstanding views to all sides encompassing nature and overlooking lots of wildlife, UPVC double glazed windows throughout, two UPVC double glazed doors to rear and side, slate flooring, radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
First Floor Landing
Dogleg with original roof access, spacious landing
Bedroom One
15'5" x 8'10"
Dual aspect with two UPVC double glazed windows with original wooden flooring, wonderful views to both sides, character wall, radiator and fireplace.
Bedroom Two
13'9" x 9'2"
Dual aspect with excellent views, two UPVC double glazed windows to the side and radiator.
Bathroom
6'4" x 7'3"
Three piece with rolltop bath with mixer / shower set, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, UPVC double glazed window to front and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Five
7'7" x 11'6"
Currently used as a dressing room with front aspect packed with original flooring, UPVC double glazed window with wonderful views to the front and airing cupboard with hot water tank.
Bedroom Three
10'2" x 10'6"
Rear aspect with vanity wash hand basin and radiator.
Shower Room
5'11" x 4'7"
With walk in shower cubicle, low level WC, vanity wash hand basin, UPVC double glazed window to rear, spotlighting and extractor / light point.
Bedroom Four
9'2" x 10'0"
Dual aspect with two UPVC double glazed windows with excellent views, radiator and access to loft space.
FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT - BARN CONVERSION
Entrance Porch
Leading into spacious entrance hall.
Sitting Room
12'10" x 16'1"
With attractive old fitted electric wood burner effects fire, beam ceilings, two radiators, laminate wooden flooring and two UPVC double glazed windows to both sides offering great views.
Entrance Hall
With doors leading to all rooms.
Bedroom One
11'2" x 10'0"
Front aspect with views over to river and bridge, UPVC double glazed windows and laminate wood flooring.
Bedroom Two
11'5" x 9'8"
Front aspect with great views over the bridge, UPVC double glazed window, radiator and laminate flooring.
Kitchen
9'5" x 11'10"
Offers a loosely fitted kitchen with a single bowl sink unit with two UPVC double glazed windows to front, laminate flooring, oil fired central heating floor mounted boiler, electric cooker / electric cooker point, space for table, coved ceiling and radiator.
Bathroom
6'11" x 5'7"
Front aspect with a three piece suite with panel enclosed bath and Mira electric shower, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, heated towel rail, wall mounted extractor fan, tiled walls and UPVC double glazed window.
GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT - BARN CONVERSION
Kitchen / Diner
9'5" x 15'3"
L shaped open plan lounge diner / kitchenette which is front aspect with radiator, blend of laminate flooring and slate tiled flooring. The kitchen offering a single drainer stainless steel sink unit with a range of base level units with a large picture window which is UPVC double glazed overlooking the bridge and the parking in front, fitted fridge, inset spotlighting and access to shower room.
Bedroom One
8'1" x 11'11"
Front aspect, radiator, large UPVC double glazed picture window and UPVC window to side.
Bedroom Two
6'10" x 11'10"
Side aspect, UPVC double glazed window to side, laminate flooring, radiator and coved ceiling.
Shower Room
8'2" x 6'8"
With pedestal wash hand basin, Saniflo WC, shower cubicle with Myra electric shower, radiator, tiled flooring.
(L Section 4.6m x 6.3m)
Outside:
Carport, containing wood store. Parking for several vehicles.
