Industrialist David Davies' Powys house put up for sale

The two-bedroom property, located in Llandinam, near Newtown, is a detached house originally built for one of the village’s most famous residents that has been put on sale with an asking price of at least £350,000.

The house was was first build in 1850 for industrialist and politician David Davies, who sat in the House of Commons between 1874 and 1886 for opening Barry Docks in 1889. A statue of him holding the plans for the docks still stands in Llandinam.

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Describing the property, estate agents Morris Marshall & Poole said: “A fantastic opportunity to purchase a fine example of a Grade II Listed Gothic style lodge situated at the driveway entrance to Broneirion just outside the village of Llandinam.

(Image: MM&P)

(Image: MM&P)

“The lodge was built circa 1850 as part of the Broneirion Estate for the famous industrialist David Davies.

“Llandinam is an attractive village located on the A470 between the market towns of Llanidloes and Newtown and has a range of amenities itself including a village hall, cafe, places of worship and a primary school.

(Image: MM&P)

(Image: MM&P)

“Inside, the dwelling provides spacious well laid out accommodation which includes two reception rooms, kitchen, downstairs WC, a useful landing area, two double bedrooms and bathroom.

“Occupying an elevated position, the property which has established gardens and on-site parking enjoys fantastic views over the upper Severn Valley and surrounding hills.”