Ciliau Aeron, Near Aberaeron, SA48

Located in an elevated position overlooking the picturesque Aeron Valley, this charming 5.5 acre smallholding offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a rural lifestyle close to the coast. The main attraction of this property is the characterful three-bedroom farmhouse alongside a separate two-bedroom cottage. The self-contained cottage not only provides additional living space for any family members but also offers income generation potential, making it a versatile investment opportunity.
One of the standout features of this property is the breath-taking panoramic views that can be enjoyed from both the farmhouse and the cottage. Imagine waking up to the sight of rolling hills and lush greenery every morning - truly a sight to behold.
Conveniently located just 2 miles from the coast and the charming town of Aberaeron, this small holding offers the perfect blend of rural tranquillity and coastal living. Whether you enjoy long walks along the beach or exploring quaint seaside towns, this location has something for everyone.
For those with equestrian interests, the paddocks surrounding the property are sure to appeal. Imagine owning your own piece of land where you can keep horses or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Description

An appealing property with significant potential, offering a refurbished yet characterful 3 bedroom farmhouse and a further 2 bedroom cottage with adjoining partly converted unit, intended to provide a further 2 bedroom cottage. There is also an attractive coach house range with further potential and approximately 5.5 acres of level, dry land with stables, making this an ideal rural retreat and suiting those with equestrian interests at heart.

Location

Located in a picturesque setting overlooking the Aeron Valley with views for miles beyond. Only approximately 2 miles from the coast and the popular Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron, renowned for its destination bars, cafes, restaurants and hotels and its noted harbour surrounded by colourful houses. The property is also ideally located for exploring the West Wales coastline renowned for its many sandy beaches and secluded coves. The property is also conveniently positioned from the larger towns of Cardigan to the south, Aberystwyth to the north and Lampeter to the east. The property is located adjoining an equestrian centre next door.

The Farmhouse

Provides characterful accommodation with large windows for light having UPVC double glazing with the benefit of oil-fired central heating and an external boiler. The property provides the following:

Central front entrance door

Leading to:

Hallway

With stairs to first floor, access to understairs storage cupboard, radiator.

Ground floor ensuite bedroom

A lovely characterful room with front window, exposed stone walling, original fireplace and radiator.

Ensuite shower room

Tastefully fitted with a walk-in double shower cubicle, having attractive panelled walls, toilet, wash handbasin and heated towel rail.

Living room

Having a large, front picture window taking advantage of the views, recessed fireplace with woodburning stove - being the heart of this lovely room. Two radiators.

Kitchen dining room

Tastefully fitted with tiled floor and open vaulted ceiling having three Velux roof windows to maximise light together with the normal double aspect windows.

Kitchen area

With an extensive range of kitchen units having oak-effect work surfaces, fitted oven and ceramic hob with extractor hood over, space for dishwasher and washing machine.

Rear entrance door

Dining area

A nice little cwtch with L-shaped fitted bench seating.

First floor

Landing

Double bedroom 1

Radiator and large front windows.

Main bathroom

With panelled bath having shower unit over with fitted shower attachment, pedestal wash handbasin, W.C., tongue and groove ceilings and heated towel rail.

Double bedroom 2

A large room with exposed 'A' frame and tongue and groove ceiling to add to the character, large front window and radiator.

Gardens

The property is approached by an initially shared driveway leading to private yard/forecourt with ample parking. To the front of the farmhouse is a raised decked area to take full advantage of those lovely summer evenings overlooking the valley.To the rear of the property is an attractive circular terraced patio, having a paved finish.

The Cottage

There is a detached stone building originally intended to be converted into two cottages - one of which has been completed and occupied for some years, the other is partly converted, having a large office space previously used as a home office. This provides diversely appealing accommodation, we are informed having full residential status (STC). This property has the benefit of electrical heating, UPVC double glazing and provides the following:

Front entrance door

To:

Reception hall

Ground floor bedroom

Cloakroom off

With toilet and wash handbasin.

Rear hallway

Leading to:

Ground floor shower room

With tiled walls and floor, shower cubicle, wash handbasin and toilet.

Rear bedroom 2

First floor open-plan accommodation

Characterful accommodation with open-vaulted roof structure having Velux roof window and side door. This is divided into a living area with a door leading to a balcony and a recessed kitchen area with a range of kitchen units to incorporate sink unit, oven, hob and space for washing machine.

Adjoining cottage

There is an adjoining cottage which has been re-roofed and with works commenced to be converted into a 2 bedroom cottage. This could be completed to enhance the potential of the property or indeed used as a workshop space.

Home office

With laminate flooring, patio doors and previously used as a home office.

Coach house range

On the opposite side is a detached traditional coach house range providing characterful accommodation and we are informed previously having planning consent for conversion into a 4 bed holiday accommodation.

The land

To the rear of the property are two level paddock areas, together with a fenced off stable/field shelter. The land is particularly note worthy, being dry and level with a separate roadside access for ease of management. In all, approximately 5.5 acres.

Services

We are informed the property is connected to mains electricity and water, private drainage through septic tank, oil-fired central heating to farmhouse.

Directions

What3Words: enlighten.speeding.golfFrom Aberaeron head south on the A482 Lampeter Road. After approximately 2 miles, turn right opposite the bus stop heading towards Oakford. Proceed up this road, passing the chapel on your left and at the brow of the hill turn right. After 300 yds the entrance to the property can be found on the right hand side.

Council Tax Band D

Council Tax Band D with amount payable for 2024/2025 being ?2071.

The Cottage EPC

Energy Performance Certificate for The Cottage is grade D.