Due to its unique construction, the property on the A5 in Eryri National Park is one of Wales’ most photographed properties, North Wales Live reports. 

It is indicated that the current building dates back to approximately 1819.

In the 1980s, the house fell into disrepair until it was renovated by the Snowdonia Society during 1988.

Recent years have seen the property leased out as a tea room, however earlier in 2026 the society decided to put the building up for sale. 

Jane Davies, the current tearoom owner, set up the business four and half years ago. 

According to Davies, she tried to buy the property but was told her bid was “£15,000 below the auctioneer’s valuation”.

Concerns have been raised that the building could revert to a holiday let or house. 

The Snowdonia Society has said that, with its status as a charitable organisation, it is legally required to secure the “best terms” for any assets which it is disposing of. 

As a result, the property went up for auction on the night of 23 September, with the guide price being £199,000 plus fees.

Ahead of the gavel coming down, bids went up to £219,000 for The Town and Country Property Auction. 

As this was not sufficient to meet the reserve price, the property has not been sold. 

The society’s director Graeme Cotterill said that the society’s “trustees and staff will take time to consider next steps” for the property “and will make a further announcement in due course.”