Bron Y Garth, Soar, Talsarnau
Wales
£115,000Guide Price
Listed on 07/10/2026
Listed on 07/10/2026
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3Type
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Description
Offered at auction, this detached Welsh cottage in the hamlet of Soar was formed by joining two former cottages. The listing describes the joining work as basic, and the present arrangement as informal, so the property offers scope to reconsider the layout and refurbishment. Traditional details include alcove cupboards, fireplaces and stone floors. The accommodation includes a kitchen, lounge, long rear corridor, bathroom and several upstairs rooms, including a small room currently used as an occasional sleeping area.
A generous side garden is included, with countryside views and space for outdoor use. The property is in a rural setting near Talsarnau, with the listing noting access to local transport links and nearby Harlech and Porthmadog. Mains water, drainage and electricity are stated, and the tenure is freehold. The property is classed as a second home for Article 4 purposes. Buyers should review the auction terms, including the 56-day reservation period, buyer information pack charge and reservation fee, and check any intended changes with the relevant authorities.
WHOTS analysis
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An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
47out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This scores 47/100, grade E: the main constraint is that the value case cannot yet be judged, rather than a clear sign that the asking price is too high. At £115,000, the house has a distinctive character and a light-refresh canvas, with traditional fireplaces, alcove cupboards and stone floors. The kitchen and bedroom finishes are dated, while the steep, overgrown side garden offers scope for landscaping. The previous joining of two cottages also gives a buyer a chance to investigate how to make the layout feel more cohesive.
The rural setting in Soar is appealing, though the location score is below average. Floor area is missing, so value versus local £/sqf cannot be judged yet; the economics score is likewise neutral because the available information is not enough to assess residual value.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated kitchen and bedroom finishes while retaining character features such as the stone floors, fireplaces and alcove cupboards.
- Clear and landscape the steep side garden to make better use of its countryside outlook.
- Investigate the former two-cottage layout and consider how to create a more cohesive flow.
Key risks
None recorded.
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