# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (LL55 3HD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | BRYNFFYNNON, CAERNARFON, FACHWEN, GWYNEDD LL55 3HD | | Price | £450,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £525,000 Mar 2026 | ## Description **** ****   **** **** Capel Fachwen, appearing to date back to 1862 is a conversion of some note, offering exceptionally roomy accommodation laid out over 3 levels with a definite contemporary yet under-stated style mixed with all the essential character that these Welsh chapels are renowned for. The rural position in this popular community affords splendid views towards Padarn Lake, the village of Llanberis and the summit of Snowdon - something you'll never tire of! The property sits within spacious garden grounds and comes with a private driveway and plentiful parking. Internally, you'll be spoilt for space as all rooms are generously proportioned with the ground floor purposely and attractively laid out. A partially raised lounge comes with a cosy multi-fuel stove, there's a reading area tucked away in the corner, a dining area and a smashing kitchen complete with polished granite worktops and a whole host of built-in appliances. The master bedroom has a part curved feature wall and contemporary en-suite whilst the principal bathroom really catches the eye. The snug offers the possibility of privacy and really lives up to its name. The bedrooms to the second floor are located within the roof space with all rooms oozing character. Benefiting from timber double glazing and oil fired central heating (under-floor heating to the ground floor; conventional radiators elsewhere) the accommodation comprises: Entrance Hall, spacious open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner, Snug, Utility Room with Wc, Landing, Master Bedroom with En-suite and walk-in Wardrobe, rear Hall, Bathroom, second floor Landing and a further 4 Bedrooms.   **LOCATION** **** The property is located in the picturesque community of Fachwen - a rural setting tucked away amongst the wooded slopes above Padarn Lake. The area is noted for its mixed deciduous woodland, rocky outcrops and some stunning scenery towards Snowdon and the surrounding hills. The property also overlooks the lively tourist village of Llanberis located across the shores of the lake, a renowned destination and a magnet for climbers and walkers seeking the thrill of the great outdoors. Llanberis offers a range of shops/amenities, restaurants and adventure facilities. The nearest village of Brynrefail has a post office and primary school while Llanrug has a 2 village stores, primary and secondary schools as well as a few other welcome amenities. The historic town of Caernarfon will cater for all your major shopping needs which is located some 6 miles away. The city of Bangor, with its University and general hospital is also within easy commuting distance by car  **ENTRANCE** **HALL** ****   **DINING** **KITCHEN** **39' 0" x 21' 5" (11.89m x 6.55m max)**   **** **LOUNGE** **20' 2" x 12' 11" (6.17m x 3.96m)**   **SNUG** **8' 5" x 20' 7" (2.59m x 6.28m)**   **UTILITY** **ROOM** **&** **WC** **8' 10" x 18' 2" (2.70m x 5.54m)**   **FIRST** **FLOOR** **LANDING** ****   **BEDROOM** **1** **19' 7" x 18' 11" (5.97m x 5.77m max)**   **ENSUITE** **8' 11" x 10' 6" (2.72m x 3.22m)**   **WARDROBE** **8' 9" x 7' 4" (2.68m x 2.26m)**   **BATHROOM** **8' 8" x 12' 9" (2.66m x 3.91m)**   **SECOND** **FLOOR** **LANDING** ****   **BEDROOM** **2** **17' 7" x 17' 7" (5.37m x 5.38m)** Partial limited headroom.  **BEDROOM** **3** **17' 5" x 17' 8" (5.32m x 5.39m)** Partial limited headroom.  **BEDROOM** **4** **18' 2" x 17' 7" (5.55m x 5.36m)** Partial limited headroom.  **BEDROOM** **5** **15' 8" x 12' 2" (4.79m x 3.72m max)** Partial limited headroom.  **OUTSIDE** **** To the front is a long sweeping slate gravelled driveway with two 5 bar timber gates leading to a wide off road parking area with a shrubbery/flowerbed border. To the right of the property is a spacious raised timber decked patio where you can enjoy great views and would definitely be the place for a barbecue come the warmer summer months! Beneath the patio is an open storage space/sheltered parking area for 1 vehicle. The decking area runs along the rear of the property where there is an external spiral staircase leading to the first floor rear hall. Steps from the patio lead to a sizeable sloping lawned garden which extends towards the hillside at the rear where you'll also find many mature pine trees and shrubs. Note: a neighbouring property has vehicular right of way along the drive to reach their property.   ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493950) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493952) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493953) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493955) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493957) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493959) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493961) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493963) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493965) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493967) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493969) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493970) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493972) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493977) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493978) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493980) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493982) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493983) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493991) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493994) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493995) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493996) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493997) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493998) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1493999) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1494000) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1494001) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1494002) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1494003) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/39752802/1494004) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/39752802/1494005) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Front Page](/listings/photos/39752802/1494006) - EPC Front Page - ![EPC 2](/listings/photos/39752802/1494007) - EPC 2 ## 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | TYDDYN UCHAF, FACHWEN, CAERNARFON, GWYNEDD, LL55 3HD | £456,000 | 06/01/2023 | Detached | **Area average:** £456,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £312,742 (19 Detached, LL55, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +43.9% ## 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:** 0.16% (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:** 24.7% - **10y growth:** 64.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Gwynedd; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.4% - **5y growth (index):** 16.8% - **10y growth (index):** 44.9% ## 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)