Trefnant, St. Asaph, Denbighshire

Dolbelidr is a fine Grade II* listed country house designed in a conservative Arts & Crafts Georgian style by the renowned architect Sir Guy Dauber during his time as RIBA president. Building commenced in 1929 and was concluded the following year, as dated on one of the property's hoppers. It was to have all the modern conveniences including stabling, glasshouses, a large double garage and to accommodate a staff of six.

The home offers characterful and flexible accommodation of almost 5,000 sq. ft. arranged over three floors and enjoys a wealth of charming features, including tall coved and moulded ceilings, picture rails, archways, large sash and casement windows, timber and stone floors and feature fireplaces.

The property has undergone a process of sensitive modernisation that has focused on retaining the charm and character of a period property, while ensuring the property meets with more modern requirements.

The porch opens into the spacious reception hall with its striking natural stone flooring and fine wood-carved turned stairway. From here is an elegant south facing drawing room with ornate feature fireplace, a walk-in bay and French doors leading out on to the west lawn. Adjacent is the well-sized sitting room, while across the hall is the formal dining room with glorious views out to the garden and beyond.

Through the reception hall and the dining room, access is made to a secondary hallway with herringbone wood floors leading to a cloakroom, with separate w.c., a former butler's pantry with fitted cupboards and sink, a snug with fitted storage and the kitchen. The kitchen has a selection of attractive and modern cabinetry, along with a prominent kitchen island and breakfast bar, from here double wooden doors open to the roomy dual aspect orangery with underfloor heating.

The first floor is accessed by both the main and secondary 'back' staircases, and includes five well-appointed bedrooms (three of which include fitted storage), three tasteful family bathrooms with overhead showers, a shower room and linen cupboard. Both the principal bedroom and bedroom 2 are dual aspect with enviable views over the garden and out across countryside to the Clwydian Range.

The back staircase leads to the second floor (the former servants' quarters), where there are 3 further south facing bedrooms, a family bathroom off which is further attic storage, and a separate attic store room.

Dolbelidr is well set within a substantial private plot, sheltered by established tree lines and surrounded by lush countryside, with exceptional elevated views. It is approached via a sweeping driveway that leads to a large turning circle offering ample parking beside the home.

Attached to the side of the house is a courtyard range of outbuildings comprising a double garage, 3 former stables, 2 further rooms, an external utility room and a separate W.C. Within this courtyard is the concrete staircase from where the cellar is accessed.

The grounds are divided into various formal lawns with neat topiary, a feature pond, hedging and planting. Stone steps from the south lawn rise to a charming sun terrace that spans the width of the home. At the end of the south lawn
is a deep yew hedge with archway, that once provided access to the lower paddock.

To the rear of the courtyard outbuildings the roof overhangs to provide a gardener's working area that looks directly onto the east lawn and mature orchard. This is includes a beautiful crinkle crankle wall to the north.

The separate brick built stable yard is located beyond this lawn, and comprises 2 rows of 2 watertight bays, all with electrics. There is also a water source available via a tap in this yard. There is vehicular access from the main road directly to the adjoining fields, should this be required.

The corrugated aircraft hangar has been relocated behind the stables, the area is now overgrown and does require some attention.

Dolbelidr sits in an enviable position enjoying superb views of the beautiful surrounding countryside off to the Clwydian mountain range.

The nearest village of Trefant in the Vale of Clwyd provides various local amenities, including a Post Office, primary school, public house and restaurant, and nearby Tweedmill Outlet Village. It is ideally situated for the historic towns of St. Asaph and Denbigh for comprehensive shopping and recreational facilities, and to explore their respective medieval Cathedral and Castle.

There are convenient road links via the A55 North Wales Expressway providing access to the thriving city of Chester with its further range of cultural, shopping, schooling, and leisure facilities complemented by out of town retail parks. Beyond Chester the A55 connects with the M53 & M56 motorways providing reasonable road travel to Liverpool and Manchester which are both served by international airports. The mainline station in Rhyl provides quick connections to both Holyhead and Manchester, and London Euston in approx 2hrs 40 direct.

State primary and secondary schooling is provided locally in both St. Asaph and Denbigh, while indepentent education is available at Fairholme in St. Asaph, Myddleton College in Denbigh, Ruthin School, Rydal Penrhos at Colwyn Bay and King’s and Queen’s schools in Chester all of which operate a bus service locally.

North East Wales is acknowledged as An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Vale of Clwyd is renowned for its micro-climate with some of the most scenic views and countryside in Wales. Local outdoor pursuits include walks along the Clywdian Range and fishing on the Clwyd (fishing rights for a 400m stretch to be sold with the property). Denbigh offers a range of activities including football, cricket and rugby clubs, along with an 18 hole golf course.