Ruthin, Denbighshire

A delightful country cottage with a wealth of character features occupying a plot extending to 0.40 acres


Dating back to the mid 19th century, Plas Gwyn Cottage affords spacious and versatile accommodation to include 3 reception rooms and enjoys an idyllic rural location along a minor country lane.

Ground floor
• A solid timber front door opens into the welcoming entrance hall with turned staircase to the first floor, understairs cupboard and stripped pine doors leading to the kitchen and snug.
• One of three reception rooms, the snug has windows to two elevations, a stone fireplace with log burner on slate hearth and a beamed ceiling.
• A step down leads to the delightful main lounge with exposed wooden flooring, stone fireplace with “Villager” cast iron log burner on slate hearth with solid beam above. A deep square bay window overlooks the front courtyard/parking area and a further tall window overlooks the rear.
• The spacious dining room is situated off the snug. A more recent addition having been added to the property approximately 50 years ago the room blends in beautifully with the character of the home, and has feature arched double doors leading out onto the patio. A “Jotul” woodburning stove complements the room and there are two further double glazed windows to the side elevation.
• To the right of the hallway, the kitchen/breakfast room is extensively fitted with a range of base and wall units with contrasting worktops and stainless steel sink. The red “Stanley” oil fired range with back boiler has 2 ovens, twin hot plates and serves the hot water and heating system. Additionally there is a built-in double oven with four plate hob , integrated “Bosch” dishwasher. The ceiling is beamed and a doorway leads to a utility room with plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, double drainer sink and cupboards. A cloakroom with wc and corner basin is located off the utility and the adjoining boot room provides useful storage and door to outside.

First Floor
• Three spacious bedrooms and large 1st floor sitting room/bedroom four all with pleasing rural aspects.
• A white spindle staircase leads from the hall to the split level first floor landing with windows to the rear and stripped pine doors to all rooms
• The principal bedroom with vaulted ceiling and exposed purlins enjoys a twin aspect and opens through to a delightful room which is currently used as a library/sitting room but could be a 4th bedroom if required. The room is fitted with wardrobes and again features exposed purlins, exposed stone chimney breast and a wonderful aspect over the garden.
• The two further bedrooms are both well-proportioned and one benefits from fitted wardrobes with airing cupboard. The family bathroom and the large shower room/dressing room are situated at either end of the landing and both are fitted with white suites.

Gardens and grounds
Well-stocked gardens with central lawn, outhouses and space for outdoor dining
• A five bar gate opens from the lane to the tarmacadam driveway providing parking space for several cars. The double garage has light and power and a fixed staircase leads to the first floor loft studio which could be used for an office or gym.
• There is useful outdoor storage space to include a log store with slate roof and a potting shed .
• The well-tended and stocked gardens are a particular feature of Plas Gwyn Cottage and originally formed part of the neighbouring Plas Gwyn Hall. A central lawn is surrounded by a random stone flagged pathway which extends around the full perimeter of the garden and provides a pleasant walk from where the huge variety of plants and trees can be fully appreciated. There are three fruit and vegetable plots, a greenhouse and for outdoor entertaining an oak framed gazebo, patio areas and a built-in barbecue.

Situation
Llanychan is a small hamlet situated approximately 3.5 miles northeast of the medieval market town of Ruthin. In the heart of the Vale of Clwyd, Llanychan enjoys a delightful position with views towards the Clwydian Range and Moel Famau. Nearby villages include Llanbedr DC , Gellifor and Llandyrnog, all with primary schools, and the surrounding countryside is ideal for enjoying the outdoors with many walking and mountain biking routes.
Other local recreational facilities include Ruthin rugby Club, Golf courses at Denbigh and Ruthin, Vale Country Club and numerous country inns. There are many historic churches nearby to include St Hychan’s church in Llanychan itself
The historic market town of Ruthin offers a broad range of amenities including some boutique shops, restaurants and numerous supermarkets. Local secondary schools include Ysgol Brynhyfryd and Ruthin School, the latter a co-educational and boarding school.
Ruthin has good links with the commercial centres of the northwest via the A494 running northeast linking to the A55 and the motorway network beyond.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water and electricity, private drainage, oil-fired heating. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 25/07/2024). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
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Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
Denbighshire County Council
Council Tax Band F

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – LL15 1TY
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