Detached house for sale in Nercwys, Mold, Flintshire CH7

A sympathetically restored 17th century country residence, with many features synonymous with a Georgian period property.
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Steeped in history, Plas Onn is an imposing country residence, with origins dating back to the 17th century. Formally the main residence of a country estate, the property has been methodically restored to provide an accommodating family home, with extensive private gardens and remarkable views.

Ground floor

A grand stone column fronted veranda opens into a spacious entrance vestibule with WC, leading to the bright and airy drawing room which is undoubtedly the heart of the home. This room benefits from numerous features, with the main focal point being a large inglenook fireplace with imposing bressummer beam and inset Carron wood burning stove. A side feature and certainly one worthy of note is the fitted cabinets within the room, which were crafted by the renowned Silverlining furniture group. To the front aspect of the room, double doors open onto the front garden, which during the summer months allows for a welcoming flow from internal to external. Also within the drawing room is the main staircase and a storage cupboard, this cupboard has been utilised to store the servers for the properties security system.

To the rear of the drawing room stairs rise to a further sitting room, this area is perfect for a quieter setting, with a further woodburning stove set in the corner of the room and also has French doors leading out onto the rear gardens. A particular feature of note within this room, is the stone mullion window, overlooking the swimming pool.

Back into the drawing room and to the rear of the room, an inner hallway leads into the kitchen, which is well stocked with floor and wall mounted units beneath a hard wood worktop throughout, with a feature Rayburn stove set within a brick surround. Off the kitchen, there is a utility room with pantry, a further inner hall with WC and internal storeroom, which acts as an ideal wine storage. Also, off the rear hall, but also accessed from the drawing room is a welcoming family dining room, which also has a feature fireplace and a wonderful sash window overlooking the front gardens.

First Floor
A grand staircase rises to the first-floor landing, providing access into all principal rooms. The principal suite has been tastefully designed, with a sloping roof to the front aspect and a Velux window, flooding the room with natural light. The room is well fitted with ample built in storage. Masquerading as a wardrobe, is the entrance into the ensuite. Recently converted, the en suite has been well designed to make use of all the available space and comprises a raised plinth shower enclosure with free standing bath within, a wash hand basin on a corian topped vanity unity and a WC.

There are a further two completed bedrooms on the first floor, the second bedroom is light and spacious with vaulted ceilings, built-in wardrobes and Victorian cast-iron fireplace. The third is currently utilised as a home office but is large enough to function as a bedroom. Both rooms are serviced by the main family bathroom. Finally, set at the end of the hall is a room ripe for conversion, currently the room has been taken back to stone, but would make a fantastic principal or guest suite as the room benefits from a storage area and en suite shower room.

Front Gardens
The property is approached by twin entrances, both of which are behind ornate stone pillars and gates. The driveway flows to a large parking area, which affords space for numerous vehicles. A short stone wall runs along the perimeter of an open expanse of lawn, which has been neatly presented and planted with several giant sequoia trees, these form part of the history of the residence, having been imported from California in 1860. Flowing off the main lawned area is a wild garden, this area runs to the boundary of the property and is where the septic tank is located.

Rear Gardens
Plas Onn benefits from some remarkable gardens, most of which are set to the rear. Directly off the back of the property is a wonderful entertaining area, set within the middle is the external swimming pool. Directly behind the pool are external showers and changing areas, a covered area that is ideal for a sheltered BBQ setting and a sunroom, with a turret room and balcony above.
Off the pool area is a raised patio, which has been laid with limestone paving and granite cobbles, this area leads to a gravel path, providing access into the properties cellar and a hidden garden, that hosts a green house, tampoline, mud kitchen and log store. Returning to the pool area, and to the right-hand side, is a further expanse of lawn with a raised bank and summer house. This area is particularly private and has been used to host numerous family parties and events.
The final section of garden is a large paddock area, set behind the main residence. This area of land is an expansive area of pastureland that rises to a mature wooded section at its summit, this area also acts as the rear boundary and concludes the external aspect of the property. Within the paddock, is the pipework for the ground source heat pump and armoured 5 core 16mm electrical cabling has also been routed from the cellar to paddock to future proof for solar panels. The large patio has mains water and electricity pipework/cables underneath for a future outdoor kitchen. There is also a vegetable patch.

Situation
Plas Onn is located on the fringes of the quiet village of Nercwys, Flintshire. As a village, Nercwys is centred around the picturesque St. Marys Church, with the village also hosting a village primary school and a public house. For a more comprehensive offering of local amenities and schooling, the market town of Mold offers a plethora of options. With the Roman city of Chester easily within a commutable distance, offering a further range of amenities and schooling, including Kings in Chester.

Local recreational activities are in abundance, with the property a short distance from the Clwydian Range aonb, offering ample rambling options. The property is also close to numerous golf courses and sports centres within the surrounding towns and villages.

The area is ideally placed for ease of access to the commercial centres of the Northwest, including Chester, Liverpool and Manchester, with train services to London Euston from Chester within 2 hours.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water and electricity, private drainage, heating via ground source heat pump and Rayburn by oil.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 61 Mbps (data taken from on 19/03/2024). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
Flintshire County Council

Council Tax Band H

Planning
The property benefits from planning approvals under reference number 060121. This planning is for the erection of a single-storey extension, to allow for a larger kitchen and an additional playroom.

Please note, that planning is due to expire on 17/09/24 and it is for prospective purchasers to renew the planning approvals should the need arise.

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – CH7 4EG

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