Clocaenog, Ruthin, Denbighshire

A handsome Grade II Listed country residence, located in an elevated setting with stunning panoramic views. Extensive gardens and land, extending to approximately 2.95 acres, in total.


Set amid the rolling hills on the outskirts of the sought-after village of Clocaenog, Denbighshire. Henblas is an exceptional Grade II listed country residence, dating back to the early 19th century. Given the era, Henblas is steeped in heritage and blessed with timeless period charm and an abundance of character features, both internally and externally. This elegant residence occupies a beautifully established plot of approximately 2.95 acres, offering an idyllic lifestyle in the heart of the North Wales countryside.

Ground floor
A timber and stained-glass doorway, framed by an open sided oak canopy leads into a welcoming entrance hall, with the benefit of underfloor heating, which runs throughout the ground floor.
Flanking the hall are two well appointed reception rooms. To the left, the snug showcases a striking exposed stone inglenook fireplace with a substantial bressummer beam. Housed within is an Ecoboiler wood-burning stove, set atop a traditional stone hearth, creating a dramatic and cosy focal point.
To the right, a generously proportioned drawing room offers a more intimate setting, featuring a second woodburning stove inset within a simpler, yet equally charming, fireplace. Both reception rooms are enhanced by built-in window seats, framing picturesque views of the front gardens and the sweeping countryside beyond.
As you progress through the hall, there is a cloak room and a home office, which could serve as a downstairs bedroom should the need arise.
At the end of the hall double timber and stained-glass doors open into the heart of the home, in the form of an impressive kitchen and entertaining room.
The kitchen is superbly appointed with an extensive range of bespoke floor cupboards, under timber work surfaces.
At its centre sits a substantial island unit, finished with a contrasting dark polished granite worktop and featuring a distinctive circular basin.
A suite of high-quality integrated appliances enhances the space, including an Aga and additional range cooker, both elegantly set within a traditional inglenook surround.
Adjoining the kitchen is a spacious open plan family area, providing ample room for a large dining table and relaxed seating, an ideal setting for everyday living and modern entertaining alike.
Within the kitchen and dining room a stable door and a pair of French doors lead out to a sheltered timber framed veranda and patio respectively. Also within the kitchen is a pantry and a utility boot room, which concludes the ground floor accommodation.

First floor
The staircase rises to a wide galleried landing, which features high vaulted ceilings with exposed ceiling trusses and a Velux window, flooding the landing with natural light. The first floor continues the theme of the ground floor, with high grade fixtures and finishings including heritage radiators.
Encircling the central landing are four spacious and character filled bedrooms, each showcasing unique architectural features such as vaulted ceilings with exposed trusses and timber beams.
The guest bedroom is serviced by an en suite shower room, while the third bedroom shares a Jack and Jill access to the principal suite’s luxurious en suite bathroom. An inner hallway passes the main family bathroom before opening into the principal suite, which boasts a double aspect and is complemented by a private dressing room and an impressive en suite. The en suite features a contemporary freestanding bath, separate shower enclosure, twin vanity basins and a WC.

Gardens and grounds
Henblas is approached via a long driveway, flanked by mature woodland, before rising to a wide gravel parking area which affords space for numerous vehicles to be parked. Adjoining the main parking yard is a sheltered open sided timber framed veranda, which covers a decked dining area, perfectly situated for morning dining.
The gravel driveway transitions into a pathway that encircles the residence, leading past the timber open porch, which is elegantly flanked by mature rose bushes.
The path flows to a paved terrace, which adjoins the dining room and kitchen, making it ideally positioned for Al fresco dining
From the patio, a set of external steps flanked by well-stocked raised flower beds, ascends to the principal garden, which is elegantly laid to lawn and gently contoured in places. The garden is framed by thoughtfully placed trees and mature shrubbery.
A walkway extends beyond the main lawn, leading to a dedicated kitchen garden featuring a raised bed, greenhouse, and potting shed.

Land
Accessible via a gated entrance from the garden or directly from the lane, the property benefits from a generously proportioned paddock, laid to permanent pasture and enclosed by secure stock proof fencing. Positioned on elevated ground above the main residence, the land gently slopes toward the lane, passing a mature parcel of woodland, also forming part of the grounds.
At the upper end of the paddock is a timber stable block comprising two individual stables, alongside a bank of 12 solar panels.

Situation
Henblas is location on the fringes of the popular village of Clocaenog, Denbighshire.
Clocaenog is a village community, a short distance from the market town of Ruthin.
As a village Clocaenog is focused around the historic St. Foddhyd Church and is known for its scenic semi-rural setting and its close proximity to Clocaenog Forest, an ecologically significant woodland. The forest is a popular recreational setting, with those keen on walking, cycling and wildlife enthusiasts regularly frequenting the forest.
For general amenities, the neighbouring village of Clawddnewydd provides a village shop and local public house, while the nearby town of Ruthin provides a wider array of shops, eateries and public houses.
On the education front, the village itself hosts a primary school, with the surrounding villages and towns offering further primary and secondary educational facilities.
On the commuting front, the property is approximately 20 miles from the North Wales expressway A55 at junction 34, providing access to Chester and the commercial centres of the North West.

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, private drainage system, 4.8kw PV solar panels, Electric Eco air source heat pump with 15.3kw heating capacity. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1800 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 23/06/2025). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage outoors (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 23/06/2025). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

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

Method of sale
The property is for sale by Private Treaty..

Local Authority
Denbighshire County Council
Council Tax Band G

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 – LL15 2BA
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