This pretty detached cottage is set within an elevated spot with spectacular countryside views and boasts a traditional English country garden. Nestled in a peaceful hamlet just 9 miles from the world-famous literary haven of Hay-on-Wye, this exquisite home for five offers the perfect escape for avid readers and those wanting to snuggle beside the fire.
An idyllic haven awaits you as you step inside this farmhouse-style cottage and stoke up the wood burner within the painted-stone fireplace in the lounge. Characterful low ceilings and plush furniture also add to the cosy ambience on chilly evenings. Make your way into the kitchen/diner, where you can throw together batches of Welsh stew before gathering around the table for a meal to remember. Enjoy nights of board games, books and cards at the dining table before heading to one of three thoughtfully decorated bedrooms on the first floor: a versatile king-size zip-and-link, a double and a charming single. Wake to the scent of freshly brewed coffee and step into the cottage’s charming English garden, where fruit trees and wisteria fill the air with fragrance in the warmer months. It’s an inviting spot to enjoy pastries picked up from the local town. There is private parking for two cars.
Lace up your walking boots and set off towards Hatterral Ridge (7 miles), where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views over the Vale of Ewyas and the Black Mountains. Discover endless bookshops and cute cafes when you explore the famous literary town of Hay-on-Wye (9 miles). Adventure through Roman ruins at the National Trust’s Weir Garden (13.5 miles), or head to Kinnersley Castle (14 miles) to wander its walled kitchen garden and remarkable yew hedges.