For sale Character Property

Brynffynnon

CAERNARFON, FACHWEN, GWYNEDD LL55 3HD

5 beds 3 baths Listed 17 May 2025 (-443d)

£695,000

Reduced on 24 Mar 2026

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# 5 bedroom character property for sale (LL55 3HD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | BRYNFFYNNON, CAERNARFON, FACHWEN, GWYNEDD LL55 3HD |
| Price | £695,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Council tax | F |
| Last sold | £525,000 Mar 2026 |

## Description

The converted chapel which originally dates back to 1862, retains expertly maintained original features while incorporating modern design elements. The open-plan mezzanine layout enhances the space, creating a versatile environment suited to a variety of lifestyles. This home is perfect for those who appreciate historical architecture with contemporary comforts.

Enjoying bright and well presented accommodation, the property includes five double bedrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. One bedroom features an en-suite, while a family bathroom serves the remaining rooms. In addition to the ground floor open plan living spaces, there's a useful utility and cloakroom with adaptable snug which could be used for a variety of purposes.

The views from this home are truly incredible, with mountains and lakes visible from various vantage points. This setting delivers a serene atmosphere to take in the stunning views over Snowdonia.

Fachwen offers a peaceful lifestyle with convenient access to local amenities and the nearby town of Caernarfon. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty, making it popular among outdoor enthusiasts. Act now to secure this substantial property in a sought-after location.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/162081935/1493992) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/162081935/1493993) - EPC 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| BRYNFFYNNON, FACHWEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3HD | £525,000 | 31/03/2026 | Detached |
| BRYNFFYNNON, FACHWEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3HD | £325,000 | 15/12/2017 | Detached |
| BRYNFFYNNON, FACHWEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3HD | £290,000 | 14/03/2011 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| PANDY FARM, LLANRUG, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3BE | £300,000 | 18/08/2023 | Other |
| GERLAN, CLWT Y BONT, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DE | £202,000 | 09/08/2023 | Other |
| TYN Y BIGIL, GALLT Y FOEL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3EG | £390,000 | 27/02/2023 | Other |
| BRYN DERW COTTAGE, CLWT Y BONT, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DE | £150,000 | 21/12/2022 | Other |
| TAN Y FOEL 2, GALLTYFOEL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3EF | £178,000 | 05/12/2022 | Other |
| CAE CORNIOG BACH, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DB | £800,000 | 24/11/2022 | Other |
| TYN LLIDIART, LLANDDEINIOLEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3AG | £350,000 | 27/07/2022 | Other |
| LLYS FARM, BRYNREFAIL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3PD | £8,000,000 | 27/07/2022 | Other |
| BRYN EITHIN, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3PW | £425,000 | 17/06/2022 | Other |
| Y GAERWEN LON CAE METTA, LLANRUG, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3AY | £695,000 | 08/12/2021 | Other |
| PANTAFON, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DB | £570,000 | 04/10/2021 | Other |

**Area average:** £1,096,364 (11 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £128,356 (8 Other, LL55, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +441.5%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Gwynedd). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £647/mo
- **Realistic:** £719/mo
- **Optimistic:** £791/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.1% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £89,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £71,900

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** -8.5%
- **10y growth:** 293.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Gwynedd; All dwelling types series; as of May 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 16.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 46.3%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

Last sold

£525,000 Mar 2026

Local average

£128,356 (+441.5%)

Street crime

17 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

Spectacular Converted Chapel in Fachwen
Expertly Maintained Original Features with Modern Twist
Mezzanine Open Plan Layout
5 Double Bedrooms, 1 En-Suite & Family Bathroom
Incredible Mountain & Lake Views
EPC: F / Council Tax: F

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Located in the picturesque village of Fachwen, this character property offers a unique living experience. Ideally located for the larger town of Caernarfon and the University City of Bangor, the detached residence is only a short drive away from the bustling village of Llanberis with it's renowned links to Snowdonia.

The converted chapel which originally dates back to 1862, retains expertly maintained original features while incorporating modern design elements. The open-plan mezzanine layout enhances the space, creating a versatile environment suited to a variety of lifestyles. This home is perfect for those who appreciate historical architecture with contemporary comforts.

Enjoying bright and well presented accommodation, the property includes five double bedrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. One bedroom features an en-suite, while a family bathroom serves the remaining rooms. In addition to the ground floor open plan living spaces, there's a useful utility and cloakroom with adaptable snug which could be used for a variety of purposes.

The views from this home are truly incredible, with mountains and lakes visible from various vantage points. This setting delivers a serene atmosphere to take in the stunning views over Snowdonia.

Fachwen offers a peaceful lifestyle with convenient access to local amenities and the nearby town of Caernarfon. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty, making it popular among outdoor enthusiasts. Act now to secure this substantial property in a sought-after location.

Listed by

Bangor

Williams & Goodwin The Property People

Reference: 162081935

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
Bryn Ffynnon, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	39	60	132 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Bryn Ffynnon, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	26	27	132 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Bryn Meddiant, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	55	72	163 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Bryn Pistyll, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	5	64	72 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Bryn Seiont, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	33	76	107 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced
Bryn Seiont, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	1	46	47 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced
Brynteg, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	50	54	83 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced
Brynteg, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	47	82	81 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Bwythyn Bach, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	1	20	54 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced
Cae Canol Farm, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	28	80	131 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Capel Fachwen, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	33	76	296 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Capel Fachwen, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	34	42	268 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Cwm Deiliog, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	13	90	52 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Gallod, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	14	46	82 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Garth Cottage, Fachwen, CAERNARFON	34	104	88 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

81% since 2011

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£695,000	+32.4%
Sold	31/03/2026 (4 months ago)	£525,000	+61.5%
Sold	15/12/2017 (8 years ago)	£325,000	+12.1%
Sold	14/03/2011 (15 years ago)	£290,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
PANDY FARM, LLANRUG, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3BE	£300,000	18/08/2023	Other
GERLAN, CLWT Y BONT, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DE	£202,000	09/08/2023	Other
TYN Y BIGIL, GALLT Y FOEL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3EG	£390,000	27/02/2023	Other
BRYN DERW COTTAGE, CLWT Y BONT, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DE	£150,000	21/12/2022	Other
TAN Y FOEL 2, GALLTYFOEL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3EF	£178,000	05/12/2022	Other
CAE CORNIOG BACH, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DB	£800,000	24/11/2022	Other
TYN LLIDIART, LLANDDEINIOLEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3AG	£350,000	27/07/2022	Other
LLYS FARM, BRYNREFAIL, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3PD	£8,000,000	27/07/2022	Other
BRYN EITHIN, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3PW	£425,000	17/06/2022	Other
Y GAERWEN LON CAE METTA, LLANRUG, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3AY	£695,000	08/12/2021	Other
PANTAFON, PENISARWAUN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3DB	£570,000	04/10/2021	Other

Area average: £1,096,364 (11 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth -8.5%

10y growth 293.6%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Gwynedd. Series: All dwelling types. As of May 2026.

1y (index) 2.5%

5y (index) 16.2%

10y (index) 46.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Gwynedd. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £647/mo

Realistic £719/mo

Optimistic £791/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Gwynedd.

Location

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Address

Fachwen, Llanddeiniolen, Brynrefail, Gwynedd, Wales, LL55 3HD, United Kingdom

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Train station	Cei Llydan	0.3 miles
Train station	Penllyn	0.6 miles
Bus stop	Llanberis Coed-y-Glyn	0.8 miles
Shop	Llanberis Resoles	0.9 miles
Bus stop	Llanberis HSBC	1.0 miles
Shop	Llanberis Bike Hire	1.0 miles
Hospital	Ysbyty Gwynedd	5.2 miles
University	Fish Lab	6.4 miles
University	School of Ocean Sciences	6.4 miles
Hospital	Ysbyty Cefni	10.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	11
Public order	3
Other theft	2
Burglary	1
Total incidents	17

Within 1 mile during Jun 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Ysgol Gwaun Gynfi	Other	0.9 miles	— (No rating)
Ysgol Dolbadarn	Other	1.2 miles	— (No rating)
Ysgol Gymuned Penisarwaun	Other	1.7 miles	— (No rating)
Ysgol Llanrug	Other	2.5 miles	— (No rating)
Ysgol Brynrefail	Other	2.6 miles	— (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.1%

Max investor price (0.8%) £89,875

Target investor price (1%) £71,900

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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