Steeped in Welsh folklore and recognised as one of the most distinctive and photographed buildings within Snowdonia, Ty Hyll /The Ugly House presents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire an historic Grade II Listed property occupying a prominent roadside
position on the A5 between Betws-y-Coed and CapelCurig.
Believed to be associated with the famous Welsh tradition of Ty Un Nos (the House Built in a Night), the property enjoys an enviable setting surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery whilst benefiting from excellent accessibility to one of North Wales’ busiest tourist routes.
The property extends to approximately 5.19 acres, comprising the historic cottage together with adjoining land offering considerable amenity value. Subject to the necessary statutory consents, the property offers exciting potential for a variety of future uses including tourism, hospitality, educational or commercial purposes, whilst retaining its significance as one of the area’s best-known landmarks.
Location
Situated in the rural hamlet of Capel Curig, within the Snowdonia National Park, approximately 3 miles west of Betws-y-Coed. The property occupies a highly regarded location on the A5 trunk road, surrounded by open countryside with immediate access to the mountains, forests and lakes of the National Park. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and offers excellent opportunities for walking, climbing, cycling and other outdoor pursuits. Despite its rural setting, the property enjoys convenient access to the amenities of Betws-y-Coed, together with the wider road network linking Conwy, Llandudno, Bangor and the A55 North Wales Expressway.
Whether acquired as a private project, an investment opportunity or a flagship tourism venture, Ty Hyll represents a property of exceptional character and enduring appeal.
Although requiring minor upgrading and improvement, this unique property provides purchasers with an increasingly rare opportunity to restore and enhance a building of genuine historic importance in one of the most sought-after locations within the Snowdonia National Park.
Important Notice
Prospective purchasers should note that the existing drainage arrangements serving the property will require replacement or substantial upgrading. It will be the purchaser’s responsibility to satisfy themselves regarding the provision of a compliant septic tank, mini treatment plant or alternative drainage solution, together with all associated consents, installation costs and ongoing maintenance requirements. Neither the Vendor nor the Auctioneers provide any warranty as to the suitability or condition of the existing system. Costs for replacement system will be subject to future use and may vary between £20,000 and £80,000 based on information received.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Kitchen and Cafe Premises 27'9" x 15'3" (8.47 x
4.66)
First Floor
Landing and Study area 8'0" x 7'5" (2.45 x 2.27)
Cloakroom/W.C
Education Room 10'6" x 15'2" (3.22 x 4.63)
Store Room4.53 x 4.38
Floor Area
Gross Internal Area - approx 78.74sqm ( 847.5sqft)
Cadw Listing
Ty Hyll is a Grade II Listed property - listed 11th of October 1966. ref 3182 - Listed as a property of Special Architectural Interest - an early C19 Picturesque cottage and for historical interest and it's early association in tourism within North Wales.
Land Registry
Title Number - CYM219765
Fixtures and Fittings
Please note that the contents are not included with the sale.
Services
Private water supply via borehole and mains electricity are
understood to be connected. Private drainage ( refer to
Important Notice above).
Auctioneers
Town and Country Auctioneers, Regus House, Herons Way, Chester, CH4 9QR. Telephone: 0800 334 5090. Please contact the Auctioneers to register interest and request
Auction pack.
Proof Of Funds
In order to comply with anti-money laundering regulations, Iwan M Williams Estate Agents require all buyers to provide us with proof of identity and proof of currentresidential address. The following documents must be presented in all cases:
IDENTITY DOCUMENTS: a photographic ID, such as current passport or UK driving
licence. EVIDENCE OF ADDRESS: a bank, building society statement, utility bill, credit card bill or any other form of ID, issued within the previous three months, providing evidence of residency as the correspondence address.
Viewing
By appointment through the agents Iwan M Williams, 5
Denbigh Street, Llanrwst, tel 01492 642551, email
enq@imwestates.com
* Plus 5% Buyers Premium + VAT
The seller of this property may consider a pre-auction offer prior to the auction date. All auction conditions will remain the same for pre-auction offers which include but are not limited to, the special auction conditions which can be viewed within the legal pack, the Buyer’s Premium, and the deposit. To make a pre-auction offer we will require two forms of ID, proof of your ability to purchase the property and complete our auction registration processes online. To find out more information or to make a pre-auction offer please contact us.
Any additional costs will be listed in the Special Conditions within the legal pack and these costs will be payable on completion. The legal pack is available to download free of charge under the ‘LEGAL DOCUMENTS’. Any stamp duty and/or government taxes are not included within the Special Conditions within the legal pack and all potential buyers must make their own investigations.
Material information will be provided within the legal pack- to download visit our website tcpa.co.uk.
The vendor reserves the right to withdraw the property for sale before the auction end date. Cash buyers or pre-approved mortgages/finance only.
Grade II Listed historic cottage.
Approx. 5.19 acres of adjoining land.
World-renowned local landmark.
* The Guide Price given is an indication as to where the Reserve is currently set. The Reserve is the minimum price that the auctioneer is authorised by the vendor to sell the property for. It is subject to change throughout the marketing period. Where the Guide Price is a single figure, the current Reserve will not be more than 10% above that single figure, and where a price range is given (i.e. £50,000 - £55,000), the Reserve will not exceed the upper level of the range. It is not necessarily what the auctioneer expects it will sell for.
We would like to point out that all measurements, floor plans and photographs are for guidance purposes only (photographs may be taken with a wide angled/zoom lens), and dimensions, shapes and precise locations may differ to those set out in these sales particulars which are approximate and intended for guidance purposes only.
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