Caernarfon, situated between the Menai Straits and Mount Snowdon, is a busy Welsh market town and a major tourist centre. Renowned for the World Heritage Site of Caernarfon Castle, the most famous of Wales' castles, and the investiture in 1969 of Prince Charles as the present Prince of Wales. The town is dominated by King Edward I's impressive medieval fortress and town walls, built as part of the iron ring of castles to secure his English foothold in Wales after the death of the last Prince of Wales. People considering houses for sale in Caernarfon will discover it is a town of contrasts: a busy market town, a major tourist centre, the county town for Gwynedd and a major local commercial and administrative centre. There is a variety of property for sale in Caernarfon, including substantial detached family houses, semi-detached period properties and Grade II listed Georgian houses. Many properties benefit from views over the Seiont Estuary, Caernarfon Bay and Caernarfon Castle.
Amenities for properties in Caernarfon
The narrow streets within the town walls are arranged in a grid and are easy to navigate. There is a wide selection of shops in the town; a mix of high street names plus small independent shops, cafés and restaurants. For a wider selection of shops, head to Llandudno and Bangor. People looking to buy property in Caernarfon will discover there are sports facilities available at the Leisure Centre and Tennis Centre, and several golf clubs. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are many opportunities for walking, cycling and fishing in the area. It is worth pointing out that Caernarfon is in a Welsh Language area where Welsh has been the main language of the community for at least 1400 years. To appreciate the culture of the town, many people who relocate to the area consider learning the language to become fully integrated into the community. Welsh is also the principle medium of education for children in this area.
Transport for Caernarfon
People considering viewing Caernarfon property will discover the town is easily accessible by road via the A55 expressway. The nearest mainline railway station is in Bangor.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Caernarfon, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Bangor, Llandudno and Conwy.
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This Deceptively Spacious Four Bed detached Bungalow must be viewed to be fully appreciated. Modernised to a very high standard and is a credit to the current owners briefly comprises of Entrance...
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A spacious mid terrace house with a wealth of character features including sash windows, sanded floorboards, original tiled entrance hall, pine four panel internal doors and three original...
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Located within the popular village of Penygroes id this mid terrace property which has been fully refurbished by the present owners to a very high standard. (contd...)
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A well presented detached bungalow situated on a small development in the sought after village of Llangristiolus. The property briefly comprises entrance hall, spacious lounge kitchen, dining room...
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A Very spacious semi detached family Home situated in a small cul-de-sac in the popular village of Llanfairpwll, within easy
reach of the village centre, clinic, play park and Primary School
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A stunning detached cottage with a wealth of character feature including inglenook fireplace with multi fuel stove, exposed beamed ceilings and timber latched doors. The property has been...
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A well established semi detached family residence which is located less than 1/4 a mile from the hospital and is convenient for both the Ysgol Y Garnedd and Ysgol Y Vaynol schools. (contd...)
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A Stunning Detached Property, With A Quiet Location In The Sought After Cadnant Road Area Of Menai Bridge With Panoramic Views Of The Menai Strait, Suspension Bridge, Bangor Pier And The Snowdonia...
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A Lovely Detached Sheltered Property Built C1940'S With Panoramic Views Over The Menai Strait Snowdonia Mountains And Islands.Bryn Gwylan Also Includes An Adjoining Studio Annexe That Has Been...