Abercamlais Estate Dovecote Cottage

There is plenty to explore in Abercamlais this Grade I-listed mansion estate steeped in history and natural beauty offers an abundance of seasonal flora and fauna. A tour of Abercamlais (between March and September) comes highly recommended where you can gain a greater insight into the history of both the house and grounds. Walkers and cyclists have a great choice of landscapes: follow the river and canal paths or climb one of the many hilltops including the Black Mountains Fan Fawr and Pen-Y-Fan. Family attractions include the National Showcaves (17 miles) The Big Pit (20 Miles) and Llangorse Lake (13 miles) where you can hire canoes and paddle boards. For the more easy-going guests there are some lovely market towns including the bustling market town of Brecon (6 miles) well known for its famous jazz festival independent shops and cafes history military connections and of course the magnificent cathedral. Hay-on-Wye Crickhowell and Builth Wells are all within 24 miles. Set within the privacy of a walled garden within Abercamlais Estate this charming cottage is perfect for small families and couples along with up to three four legged friends. Located at the end of a lane and with no other properties nearby guests can enjoy the peaceful seclusion with only the sound of the river nearby. Access to the cottage is via the kitchen outside door or the garden room a sunny space suitable for lazy afternoons or morning coffee. From here you will enter the lounge which offers access to a spacious boot room well-equipped with dog washing facilities and a separate shower room with shower and WC. There is a spacious lounge area with sofa wood burning stove and smart TV. A large well-equipped kitchen offers everything you need for preparing meals during your stay and includes a separate dining area. Upstairs there are two beautifully finished bedrooms a spacious king-size bedroom enjoying garden views and a twin room that also boasts garden views. Completing the property is a large bathroom with bath vanity unit and WC. Outside guests can relax within the walled garden. There is a table and chairs and charcoal BBQ perfect for summer dining. Guests will also have access to a stretch of the River Usk for wild swimming fly fishing (guests to supply a rod licence) an all-weather tennis court and a wild meadow walk. Guests can also take a tour of the estate. There is storage for bikes and allocated parking for two cars. Need to know: 2 bedrooms 1 king size, 1 twin. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath, vanity unit and WC and 1 ground floor shower room with shower and WC. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Wood burner (logs included). Smart TV in lounge. Games room available. All weather tennis court (please bring racquets and balls). Enclosed gardens, charcoal BBQ, and seating area. Bike storage available. Private off road parking for 2 cars. Pub and shop 3 miles. Access to the River Usk available for wild swimming. Fly fishing is available on River Usk at an additional cost. Guests are free to explore the grounds. Dog paddock where pets can be let off lead and run around freely. A tour of Abercamlais is available between March and September.

Enjoying a peaceful location within a private country estate set within the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park this property is just 6 miles west of the bustling market town of Brecon well known for its famous jazz festival independent shops and cafes history military connections and of course the magnificent cathedral. The area is perfect for outdoor pursuits too; you can follow the many waymarked paths along with the rivers and canals countryside and mountain ranges. Hire a rowing boat kayak or pedalo at Llangorse Lake the largest natural lake in South Wales. Travel underground at the National Showcaves Centre or for the more easy-going guests there are some lovely market towns such as Hay-on-Wye Crickhowell and Builth Wells all within easy reach. This unique home is set within the grounds of a private estate where guests are free to explore the riverbanks of the River Usk and wild meadows. The lodge stands alone at the head of the estate offering a traditional storm porch where you can take a seat whilst removing muddy boots after a day of exploring. Step on through the large oak door into a cosy lounge area that is warmed with a wood burner; here you can relax and enjoy a chapter of a good book or a favourite film on the TV. From here you have access to a bespoke fitted kitchen with an area to dine a light and contemporary space finished with an electric oven and hob microwave fridge/freezer dishwasher and washing machine. The dining space is perfect for two along with views and a rear door onto the enclosed gardens. There is access from the kitchen down step to a spacious bathroom where you can relax and soak in the deep bath with garden views; there is also a separate shower and WC. When the day is done head to the king-size bedroom with a king-size bed. Outside there is an enclosed garden with a table and chairs and a charcoal BBQ as well as a well-stocked herb garden with herbs for the chefs amongst you. Guests will also have access to a stretch of the River Usk for wild swimming fly fishing (guests to supply a rod licence) an all-weather tennis court and a wild meadow walk. Guests can also take a tour of the estate and local produce by arrangement with the owner. There is storage for bikes and allocated parking for two cars. Need to know: 1 bedroom 1 king size. 1 bathroom down step with bath, separate shower, and WC. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Smart TV in lounge. Wood burner (logs included). Enclosed garden with table and chairs and BBQ, plus meadow walk. Exclusive use of the River Usk for wild swimming. Fly fishing available on River Usk at an additional cost. All weather tennis court. A tour of Abercamlais available between March and September. Off road parking for 2 cars. Storage for bikes. Pubs and shops 3 miles, Brecon golf club 5 miles. Small to medium size dogs welcome and access to dog paddock where dogs can be let off lead and run around freely .

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