Wales' most expensive property currently for sale for £15m is definitely not what you think it's going to be
If you come across a property for sale in Wales on Rightmove listed with a guide price of £15m you are surely going to be interested to see what you get for that eye-catching level of budget - it's going to be a rare opportunity and something special, isn't it?
The sale of a substantial slice of the Nannau Estate, that is deeply rooted in Welsh and British history, presents a rare chance to acquire one of the most significant rural properties located within the Eryri Snowdonia National Park.
The estate is an extraordinary and diverse mixed-use estate, boasting an established farming, forestry, and property business, complemented by a burgeoning holiday accommodation venture. For more property stories sent to your inbox twice a week sign up to the property newsletter here
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Around 3,784 acres of the breathtaking landscape for sale is found within the coastal hills above the Afon Mawddach, just a short distance upstream from its estuary, Nannau offers a rich blend of mature woodland, pasture, ffrid and hill grazing.
Throughout the mesmerising, undulating land there's a network of fresh water streams and three notable mountain peaks, offering every landscape characteristic of the region that you would hope to find, admire and enjoy.
At the heart of the estate is a substantial farming and forestry operation, currently spanning around 2,837 acres, around three quarters of the total estate, with an additional 498 acres potentially available for inclusion from March 2027.
The estate also boasts a collection of lodges and cottages, three of which are run as high-quality holiday rentals. Additionally, there are three let farms, several unique and traditional buildings providing further development and diversification opportunities, and considerable potential for delivering environmental benefits.
The owners of Nannau have meticulously managed its residential, agricultural, and forestry assets. The estate, already providing superb temporary accommodation for owners, also presents several possibilities for constructing a grand main residence.
Nannau strikes a balance between abundant diversification opportunities and extensive existing enterprises - a large-scale farming and forestry business, three holiday cottages, eight additional residential properties, commercial income, and numerous prospects for further development and the potential to further capitalise on Nannau's growing reputation as a hub for walking and other outdoor activities.
The land is so special that it includes numerous Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) including waterways, woodland and peatland.
In addition, estate's topography, characterised by expansive woodland cover, provides excellent stalking and shooting opportunities. Further sporting potential is offered by the attractive section of the Afon Mawddach in the southwest.
Under a mile southwest of Nannau sits Dolgellau, affectionately termed as the town of "music and mountains", holding the title of the largest town inside the national park. It provides numerous facilities, encompassing both independent and mainstream shopping outlets, eateries, and educational institutions, as well as representing a central site for the area's agricultural trade.
This unique offering is on the market with a guide price of £15m, call Savills, Telford on 01952 239500 to find out more.
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