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Canal House

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Canal House

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This property is perfectly located for exploring the vibrant market town of Brecon with its variety of independent shops and excellent dining options all within half a mile. In town you can visit attractions such as the Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh Theatr Brycheiniog the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal a charming 1930s cinema and the historic cathedral. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the surrounding Brecon Beacons National Park offering a range of activities like hiking biking canoeing pony trekking and climbing. Notable landmarks in the park include Llangorse Lake (6.5 miles) Talgarth Mill (10 miles) Pen y Fan the highest peak in Mid Wales (6.5 miles) Tretower Castle (11.5 miles) and the Storey Arms activity centre (11 miles). Upon entering the spacious and inviting property from the private parking area you are greeted by a large bright lounge featuring comfortable seating a TV DVD player a flame-effect gas fire and a wide selection of books board games toys and local maps - ideal for relaxing after a day of exploring. An additional games room offers extra lounge seating a TV DVD player Wii console pool table and an upright piano. The spacious kitchen/diner is well-equipped for large groups featuring a larder fridge oven microwave washing machine dishwasher and ample preparation space making meal preparation a joy. The dining table is perfect for gathering with family and friends to share a special meal. The ground floor also includes a separate utility room with space for hanging coats and storing walking boots as well as an attached shower and WC. Upstairs there are six bright and airy bedrooms decorated in soothing pastel tones. Four of these rooms have en-suite shower facilities: a double room two twin rooms (which can be arranged as super-king-size upon request) and a room with three single beds. There is also another twin room and a family room with a king-size bed and cot. These rooms share an additional bathroom with a bath and WC as well as a separate shower room with a WC ensuring convenience for all guests. Outside the enclosed patio area accessible through French doors from the lounge offers ample outdoor seating and is perfect for enjoying a BBQ or an evening drink. There is ample parking for four cars and a secure area for washing and storing mountain bikes. Please note that Brecon Rugby Club is located on the opposite side of the quiet lane and may host events and live music on weekends. Need to know: 6 bedrooms 1 king size with cot, 2 twin rooms which can be made up as super king size, 1 twin, 1 double, 1 with 3 single beds. 7 bathrooms 4 en suite shower rooms with WC, 1 shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 ground floor utility room with shower and WC. Electric oven, 5 ring gas hob, larder fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. Heated utility room with hanging/drying for outdoor coats, storage for walking shoes and boots. Games room with TV, DVD, Wii, pool table and upright piano. TV, DVD in lounge. Highchair available. Small step into property and small step down into games room. Patio with furniture and gas BBQ. Parking for 4 cars on property hard stand area please note the car park opposite applies a daily charge. Secure storage for mountain bikes. Wi Fi. 3 dogs welcome, must be kept downstairs. Welcome pack. Play park for children within walking distance. Locate in Brecon town so all local places of interest are within walking distance. Shops and supermarkets are within walking distance. Located opposite Brecon Rugby Club where a warm welcome is offered to non members to enjoy the bar and food offerings. The club may host various functions where music and cars arriving and departing may be noticed from Canal House. EV charging is not offered at this property but an EV Fast Charger is located in the main car park approx. 200m from Canal House. PLEASE NOTE: Brecon Jazz Festival takes place on 08, 09, 10 August 2025 there are live music venues close to Canal House and so loud music may be heard within the property until the late hours. .

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