Location

Min Yr Afon is situated in a sought-after area on the Welsh border. Located in the hamlet of Erbistock approximately one mile from the picturesque village of Overton offering a range of local services to include a pub, doctor's surgery, village hall, playing fields and places of worship. The area is well known for its beautiful countryside bisected by the meandering River Dee, a famous salmon river, and for its popular pub and restaurant The Boat, on the banks of the River Dee.

Further amenities can be found in the nearby towns of Wrexham, Oswestry and the city of Chester which provide a comprehensive range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities.

The A483, which links Chester with South Wales, is approximately 5 miles away and provides access to other major road networks. Train stations in Chester and Crewe provide direct rail services to London Euston, and there are international airports at Manchester and Liverpool.

There is a range of highly regarded schools in the area including The Maelor School in Penley, Ellesmere College, Moreton Hall, King's and Queen's Schools, as well as Shrewsbury School and Packwood Haugh.

There are numerous leisure opportunities in the area including walks in beautiful countryside, horse racing at Bangor-on-Dee and Chester, golf at Carden Park and fishing on the River Dee.

Wrexham 6.4 miles | Chester 17 miles | Shrewsbury 24 miles | Crewe Railway Station 30 miles | Liverpool Airport 42 miles |Manchester Airport 52 miles.

All times and distances are approximate.

Description

Min yr Afon is an impressive Grade II listed country house situated in an idyllic, riverside position. Having originally been part of Bryn-y-Pys Estate, the house was extended from the original ghillies cottage into a far grander Estate Manager's house in the early 19th Century. In more recent years, the house has undergone a comprehensive programme of renovation and modernisation, including a new roof, guttering, bathrooms and a bespoke kitchen/ family room. Min Yr Afon has been beautifully restored, retaining original period features such as window shuttering, cornicing, bannisters and flooring,

The façade is typically Georgian with an imposing entrance porch and symmetrical sash windows. It has mainly rendered elevations beneath a slate roof and sits in a prominent position, well above the river. The panelled front door leads into a generously sized square porch with a tiled floor and part glazed doors leading to the entrance hall. This has a tiled floor, cornicing and stairs, with an elegant Georgian banister to the first floor.

The drawing room is elegant, with a pair of French doors opening onto the driveway. The windows have shutters and there are two fireplaces, one with a wood burning stove. On the opposite side of the hall is the snug, with an open fire place and views over the adjoining lawn

At the heart of the house is the open plan kitchen/dining area and family room comprising a handcrafted kitchen with a range of bespoke fitted cupboards and units, central island, electric AGA and pantry cupboard. There is a dining area and family living space which has French doors overlooking the terrace. Adjacent to this is a recently created bathroom/WC. The utility room has the original housekeeper's cupboards and is open to the back hall with a central heating boiler and access to a cloakroom.

Off the hallway is a cellar that comprises a single room together with a small wine store.

Stairs from the hall lead to a half landing providing access to both the front and rear of the house. An airing cupboard houses the pressurised water cylinder, beyond which is a family bathroom with a spacious corner shower.

The principal bedroom suite has fitted wardrobes and a balcony with views over the gardens and river, along with an en suite bathroom featuring a freestanding roll top bath and separate shower. There are four further double bedrooms, including a guest room with en suite, and a contemporary family bathroom.

Gardens
From the road, a gravel driveway leads through wrought iron gates onto the property. At the front of the house is a parking and turning area with parking for a multiple vehicles. A paved area to the rear of the house provides access to four outbuildings which provide storage space and a workshop along with two log sheds.

The south facing gardens are a beautiful feature of the property and boast a fine selection of impressive trees. There are extensive lawned areas bordered by mature trees and shrubs as well as a spacious terrace overlooking the principal lawn, which can be utilised for entertaining and al fresco dining with charming views of the river.

To the western boundary is an area of mature woodland which extends up a bank towards the rear of the house with various pathways that meander through. One of these paths leads to the site of a former building which has potential to be converted into a studio or office, subject to gaining the necessary local authority planning consent. There is also a paddock that could be used for a pony or other animals.

Please note: There is a right of way over a neighbouring property to access Min Yr Afon via the driveway.

Directions

Postcode LL13 0DS
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