The tragic history of a former valleys hotel did not put off a trio of bidders who competed to secure the keys to the huge, rambling detached nine bedroom house when it went up for auction.
The substantial former bed and breakfast property, in Argoed close to the bustling town of Blackwood, was the scene of a violent murder in 2014 but has since been transformed into a huge home by its most recent owners.
The property, called Meadow View and located on the high street in the village was listed with a guide price of £250,000 with Paul Fosh auctions, and sold after a three way bidding tussle for £270,000 to an undisclosed buyer.
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The property was previously the Sirhowy Arms Hotel where, in November, 2014, 22-year-old Cerys Yemm was murdered by Matthew Williams, who also died at the scene after being tasered by police officers.
Cerys, who suffered at least 89 separate injuries, had gone with Williams to the hotel where he had been staying since his release from prison two weeks previously.
The medical cause of death given for Matthew Williams by the jury was sudden unexpected death following a restraint including the use of a Taser in a man with a history of drug use. Find out more about that here.
Angie Davey, from Paul Fosh Auctions, says: "The new owners, successful at the auction, have bagged a whole lot of property for their money.
The modern accommodation stretches over three floors and includes nine bedrooms, six with ensuite facilities, two kitchens, several cloakrooms, showers and bathrooms, five to six reception rooms, laundry room, four hobby or office rooms, two store rooms and cellar room.
"The property has previously been a bed and breakfast investment and was changed to residential use by the current owner. This substantial detached house, tastefully transformed into a spacious luxury home, is situated only minutes from Blackwood High Street and has excellent road links, offering versatility and an investment potential.
"There is parking for approximately four cars at the side of the building, there's a patio area, large rear lawned garden and a spacious cellar with external access." Future plans for the property are, as yet, unknown. Don't miss the best dream homes in Wales, auction properties, renovation stories, and interiors - join the Amazing Welsh Homes newsletter , sent to your inbox twice a week.
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