4 bedroom country house for sale

A secluded, characterful Welsh estate, near the Shropshire border with 42 acres, breathtaking views, spacious interiors, and versatile outbuildings in a truly idyllic countryside setting near Llangollen.

Description - Dragonwyck is a distinguished stone-built country residence, constructed circa 1908 by a Liverpool shipping magnate reputedly as a gift for his wife. Rich in character and period detail, the house has been lovingly cared for by the same family for nearly 40 years. Set in approximately 42 acres of private gardens, pasture, and woodland, this remarkable home offers over 4,700 sq ft of living space along with a wealth of outbuildings, providing a rare opportunity for secluded and flexible country living in the Ceiriog Valley.

The Property - Internally, Dragonwyck is a substantial and character-filled country residence offering generously proportioned living accommodation arranged across two principal floors and an adjoining annexe wing. The property retains many interesting features, including high ceilings, deep skirting boards, and partial wood flooring throughout, blending Edwardian charm with flexible living.

The front door opens to a castellated entrance porch and a spacious reception hall that sets the tone for the home’s impressive scale and warmth. A large formal drawing room with French doors leads onto the rear terrace and frames the exceptional south-facing views. A second sitting room, a formal dining room, and multiple reception rooms, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with family.

To the rear, the traditional kitchen and the adjoining breakfast room retain a charming farmhouse style and connect through to a large utility area, pantry, boot room, and gardener’s WC. A ground-floor office and cloakroom complete the main floor.

On the first floor, four generously sized double bedrooms are arranged around a wide galleried landing. The principal bedroom enjoys commanding views from both the bedroom and the balcony, while the family bathroom and additional WC serve the floor with scope for two further bathrooms. A large attic provides further storage or conversion potential (STP).

To the west, a substantial single-storey wing, once a workshop, includes a separate entrance, utility space, shower room, and a full-length loft space, offering excellent potential for a self-contained annexe, studio, or guest accommodation. Dragonwyck’s layout provides significant flexibility for multigenerational living, home-working, or creative renovation, while preserving the architectural elegance of its early 20th-century origins.

Gardens & Grounds - Dragonwyck is set within a magnificent and private 42-acre estate, encompassing formal gardens, pastureland, and mature woodland. The gardens immediately surrounding the house are thoughtfully landscaped, blending ornamental borders, sweeping lawns, and natural wild areas to create a timeless, romantic setting. A disused swimming pool lies within a charming walled garden, offering scope for restoration or reinvention as a secluded entertaining space.

To the rear, a generous stone terrace enjoys uninterrupted south-facing views over the Ceiriog Valley and beyond — the perfect backdrop for alfresco dining or peaceful reflection. The grounds also include an enclosed courtyard, a variety of specimen trees, and access to gently sloping fields and private tracks ideal for walking, riding, or simply enjoying the seclusion of this outstanding rural retreat

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Directions - From Chirk, take the B4500 towards Glyn Ceiriog. Continue along High Street through the village onto Church Hill, follow the road to the top of the hill and take a left at the top. Drive for approximately half a mile, where the gated entrance to Dragonwyck is located on the left. Proceed along the private driveway to reach the house

Situation - Dragonwyck is quietly positioned between the villages of Glyn Ceiriog and Llangollen, surrounded by unspoilt countryside in the stunning Ceiriog Valley. The area offers scenic walking, riding, and outdoor pursuits, while nearby villages provide everyday amenities. Llangollen hosts a vibrant community with shops, restaurants, canal walks, and cultural attractions. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its tranquillity, yet the property remains within easy reach of Oswestry, Wrexham, and mainline rail links at Chirk.

Road - The property is approximately 20 minutes from the A5 at Chirk, providing easy access to Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Wrexham, Chester, and further links to the Midlands and North West.

Rail - Chirk Station is approximately 20 minutes away, offering direct services via Chester and Crewe, with travel times to London Euston from 2 hours 46 minutes.

Air - Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Liverpool and Manchester airports, and 1 hour 40 minutes from Birmingham Airport, offering convenient access to European and international destinations.

Schooling - There are a wide selection of public and private schools nearby, including Glyn Ceiriog Primary, Ysgol Dinas Bran, Moreton Hall, Oswestry School, and Ellesmere College.

Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains electricity, a private spring-fed water supply, and private drainage via a septic system. Heating is provided by a oil-fired, multi-fuel central heating system

Tenure - The tenure is freehold, and vacant possession will be available upon completion.

Fixtures & Fittings - The property will be sold with the standard fixtures, fittings, and any other items specified in the sale agreement. Any personal items or additional furnishings not mentioned will be excluded from the sale. Please check with the agent for clarification on specific items.

Rights Of Way & Easements - We understand there is a bridleway crossing part of the land, near the southern boundary, offering equine access and connectivity to the wider countryside. This provides both utility and recreational value, particularly for riders. A public footpath lies to the east of the smallholding, positioned behind the trees. No other public rights of way, footpaths, or easements have been disclosed by the vendor, but prospective purchasers are advised to confirm legal access and boundary details through their solicitor during the conveyancing process.

Local Authority - Wrexham County Council.

Council Tax - Council tax band G.

Viewings - Via the Agents, Halls, 20 Church Street, Oswestry, SY11 2SP
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Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks - We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers. Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted. The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required. This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation.