Felin Garreg
MACHYNLLETH, GLANDYFI, CEREDIGION SY20 8SS
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Last sold
£185,000 Mar 2012
Local average
£320,000 (-41.1%)
Street crime
0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
A most attractive detached 3 bedroom cottage, dating back to the 18th century, the property retains considerable character throughout combines with all modern day conveniences, approximately 5 miles from the busy market town of Machynlleth and 11 miles from the University town of Aberystwyth. This detached property has the benefit of large gardens situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty bordering the Ynyshir Nature Reserve.
DIRECTIONS From Aberystwyth proceed north along the A487 for approximately 10 miles through the villages of Bow Street, Talybont, Taliesin, and Trer Ddol, continue through Furnace into Eglwysfach. Proceed through the village of Eglwysfach and on towards Glandyfi where upon the property can be found below the road on the left hand side, a 'For Sale' sign denotes the property.
From Machynlleth, proceed south along the A487 for approximately 5 miles to Glandyfi, where upon the property can be found on the right hand side below the road, a 'For Sale' sign denotes the property.
TENURE We are advised that the property is freehold and this will be confirmed by the vendors' Solicitors during pre-contract enquiries.
SERVICES The property is served by mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
CONSTRUCTION A detached property of solid stone construction with a natural slated roof. The accommodation which contains considerable character and includes an Inglenook fireplace has been refurbished throughout by the current owners.
ACCOMMODATION
ON THE GROUND FLOOR
The property is best approached via rear UPVC part glazed Entrance door to
Entrance Hall with cloak hooks, glazed door through to
Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room 19'6 x 8'3 max.
Kitchen is a well equipped modern fitted Kitchen with a range of base & eye level units, integrated electric oven with electric hob and extractor hood over, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge, radiator, window overlooking gardens, and laminate floor leads through to
Dining Area with radiator, concealed service meters, telephone point, glazed door to Lounge 14' x 18'6 a characterful room with exposed original oak beam ceiling, magnificent inglenook fireplace with original bread oven housing a wood burning stove on a slate hearth, two radiators, half glazed front door (rarely used) under stair storage, TV point
ON THE FIRST FLOOR
Landing
Bedroom 3 8'3 x 8'2 with access to Loft, radiator, wardrobe, Telephone point
Bedroom 1 10'8 x 13'3 with radiator, laminate floor, fitted wardrobe
Bedroom 2 11'10 x 9'3 with radiator, window to rear overlooking unspoilt open farmland
Bathroom suite in white comprising panelled bath with electric shower over, tiled to water sensitive areas, pedestal wash basin, laminate floor, radiator/towel rail, Airing cupboard with insulated copper cylinder and slatted shelving.
Separate WC with laminate floor
OUTSIDE The property is approached off the A487 trunk road to a tarmacadam parking and turning area leading to a single detached Garage with an up and over door, power and lighting. Concrete access paths lead to side garden, oil tank, and external oil fired boiler, which provide central heating and domestic hot water. Attractive and well maintained lawned gardens to the side with mature herbacious and flowering borders, paved seating areas, steps leading through to a stream for which the property enjoys fishing rights. On the opposite side of the stream a small rectangular area of land with several soft fruit trees.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Ceredigion County Council, Penmorfa, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, Tel: 01545 570881
COUNCIL TAX Band E
VIEWING By prior arrangement through Shearer and Morris, Aberystwyth on 01970 625020. We are open 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm Saturday.
Whilst we endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make or give nor do we or our employees have the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. Please contact the office before viewing the property. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you we will be pleased to check the information for you and to confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. We would strongly recommend that that all the information which we provide about the property is verified by yourself on inspection and also by your conveyancer, especially where statements have been made by us to the effect that the information provided has not been verified. SHEARER AND MORRIS HAVE NOT TESTED ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING, PLUMBING, DRAINAGE OR OTHER APPLIANCES. THE MENTION OF ANY APPLIANCES AND OR SERVICES WITHIN THESE SALES PARTICULARS DOES NOT IMPLY THAT THEY ARE IN FULL AND EFFICIENT WORKING ORDER.
Listed by
Aberystwyth
Shearer & Morris
Reference: 13373076
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Lodge, GLANDYFI | 40 | 121 | 51 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Coed Y Garreg, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 65 | 89 | 167 m² | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | Detached |
| Cymerau Lodge, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 46 | 69 | 121 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Dolen Barn, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 43 | 79 | 170 m² | — | Detached |
| Dolen Farm, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 56 | 92 | 172 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Dolen Farm, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 39 | 88 | 152 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Garreg Farm Flat, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 31 | 50 | 65 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Flat |
| Garreg, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 45 | 80 | 156 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Lletynewydd, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 53 | 102 | 96 m² | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | Detached |
| Llwyncelyn, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 47 | 82 | 254 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
| Maesnant, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 25 | 81 | 232 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Mill House, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 45 | 87 | 214 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| Penestaer Glandyfi, Powys | 66 | 95 | 115 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Detached |
| Rose Cottage, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 42 | 103 | 79 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| The Bungalow, Glandyfi, MACHYNLLETH | 64 | 83 | 67 m² | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
10% since 2004
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 22/03/2012 (14 years ago) | £185,000 | +5.1% |
| Sold | 21/08/2007 (18 years ago) | £176,000 | +4.8% |
| Sold | 18/10/2004 (21 years ago) | £168,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COED Y GARREG, GLANDYFI, MACHYNLLETH, CEREDIGION, SY20 8SS | £407,500 | 07/12/2023 | Detached |
| DOLEN BARN, GLANDYFI, MACHYNLLETH, CEREDIGION, SY20 8SS | £445,000 | 20/09/2022 | Detached |
| THE COACH HOUSE, GLANDYFI, MACHYNLLETH, CEREDIGION, SY20 8SS | £375,500 | 24/11/2021 | Detached |
| VOELAS HALL, GLANDYFI, MACHYNLLETH, CEREDIGION, SY20 8SS | £750,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £494,500 (4 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Ceredigion. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
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Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Ceredigion.
Location
Address
A487
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Glandyfi, Garreg Farm | 0.4 miles |
| Bus stop | Brynheulog Lane | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Artist Valley Motors | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Dovey Junction | 1.1 miles |
| Shop | Glansychan Stores | 2.5 miles |
| Train station | Penhelyg | 4.3 miles |
| Hospital | Ysbyty Machynlleth | 4.7 miles |
| University | Canolfan y Dechnoleg Amgen / Centre for Alternative Technology | 6.3 miles |
| Hospital | Tywyn Hospital | 6.6 miles |
| University | The Workstation | 11.3 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Total incidents | 0 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 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 Gynradd Pennal | Other | 2.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ysgol Tal-y-bont | Other | 4.8 miles | — (No rating) |
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