Noise Complaints from Neighbours of Luxury Holiday Home
Residents near a £1.6 million luxury holiday property in Halkyn, Flintshire, have expressed concerns that the peaceful nature of their village has been disrupted by loud music. The noise has reportedly been so intrusive that even a deaf resident has been affected.
The property in question is the Grade II listed Old Church School, which was converted into a holiday retreat and opened to guests in October 2025. The venue includes amenities such as a hot tub and can accommodate up to 24 guests simultaneously.
Halkyn Estates Ltd, the owners, stated they have been addressing complaints from local residents and noted that the building was in a state of disrepair prior to their refurbishment efforts.
Local Resident Details Impact on Village Life
Guy Roberts, who lives nearby with his wife and elderly father, described ongoing disturbances caused by loud music and lighting that continue into the early morning hours. He expressed that the property is unsuitable for the village setting.
Having lived at his home for 46 years, Roberts emphasized the importance of restful sleep due to his occupation as a truck driver and his wife's self-employment.
"This has changed the character of the place,"
"The noise is so bad my dad, who is deaf, is bothered by it."
Roberts mentioned that the landlord had agreed to switch off the property's sound system by 23:00 BST. However, he reported that guests often bring portable speakers, resulting in music playing throughout the day.
"They are out in the hot tub at all hours of the day and night, and we can't seem to get anywhere.
We are not even in peak season yet so goodness knows what it will be like then,"
He has reported the issue to both the police and Flintshire council, who responded by installing equipment to monitor noise levels.
Local Councillor Comments on Residents' Distress
Councillor Fran Lister acknowledged the distress experienced by nearby residents.
"It was clearly very distressing for residents living nearby.
I remember when this went through planning as a holiday let and we had no objections, as long as it's not too noisy for the neighbours.
It's not fair that the neighbours are feeling this impact,"
Historical Background and Owner's Response
The Old Church School dates back to the mid-19th century and ceased functioning as a school over 70 years ago.
A spokesperson for Halkyn Estates explained their efforts to preserve the building’s heritage during renovation.
"We spent £1.6m to buy the building and refurbish it - preserving it for the community.
We even included original artefacts, furniture and school photos from when it was a school in the interior,"
The spokesperson acknowledged the noise concerns and stated that a shut-off system for the sound had been installed.
"We have done everything by the book,"they added.
Halkyn Estates noted that since opening for bookings last year, the property has become a popular addition to their portfolio.
The company expressed a desire to be part of the local community and to collaborate with residents to resolve any issues.
"Guests are advised to be considerate of our neighbours and to ensure noise is kept down during unsocial hours,"they said.
They further stated that the investment has brought the Old Church School back into use in a sustainable manner.
"We understand that our neighbours have concerns and we would welcome the opportunity to work with them to find a solutions that suits everybody,"the spokesperson concluded.
