Located in Cantref, Glamorgan, Wales, this stunning property sleeps 8 people in 4 bedrooms and boasts an open fire. Situated in one of the highest properties in the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains National Park, the cottage offers breathtaking panoramic views over the Usk Valley to the Black Mountains, Hay Bluff, and the border country. With a warm family-home ambiance, the secluded cottage has been lived in for over 200 years and retains classic characteristics such as an impressive natural stone inglenook fireplace, oak beams, a hand-cut flagstone floor, and an original stone spiral staircase.
The interior of the cottage is beautifully decorated with an exciting mix of Asian antiques and modern facilities. Despite its remote location, the property is less than 5 miles from the market town of Brecon, offering various amenities including a leisure center, theater, cinema, and supermarkets. Accessible by driving up a secluded lane, the house's position is enhanced by outstanding scenery and magnificent views, with a local village and pub just a gentle 20-minute walk away through National Park farmland.
Positioned on the hillside of the Beacons, the house provides a fantastic location for all ages, with a wide selection of mountain and valley hiking options accessible directly from the property. The region boasts impressive upland formations, covering an area of 520 sq miles, with abundant flora and fauna, particularly prolific bird-life. Visitors can explore the northern ridge to Fan-y-Big, Cribyn, and Pen-y-Fan, or follow deserted valley tracks to upland streams and waterfalls. Additionally, the house is set in the middle of the International Dark Sky Reserve, offering superb night sky views. Nearby landmarks include Ely Tower and Tretower Court & Castle, with activities such as rafting, sailing, ecotours, and hiking available in the area.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!