We all share a 15-acre Georgian mansion for the price of a two-bed house
Summary
Dol-llys Hall, a large Georgian mansion with 15 acres of land in Powys, Wales, is now shared by a group of people living cooperatively in separate flats. They share common spaces and responsibilities to maintain the property and live sustainably, making this historic building an affordable and community-focused home.Key Facts
- Dol-llys Hall is a Grade II listed Georgian mansion built in the early 1800s, located near Llanidloes, Powys.
- The hall has been used as a school, care home, and now contains seven individual flats with shared common areas.
- Ten residents live there cooperatively, sharing duties like maintenance and using shared facilities such as washing machines and heating.
- Residents value having private flats with their own front doors while sharing a strong community spirit.
- The cooperative community, described as co-housing rather than a commune, started in 1991 and has been stable and well-organized.
- People move there for a mix of privacy, community support, rural living, and sustainable lifestyles.
- Residents include a range of ages and backgrounds, some with experience in other intentional communities.
- The setup makes it possible to live in a large, desirable property at a cost similar to that of a small two-bedroom house.
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