Brynderwen is a beautiful stone carbon neutral former farmhouse in a secluded rural location, at the end of a no through lane, with stunning far-reaching views over the Mid Wales countryside from all principal rooms. The house has been recently renovated to a very high standard, with quality furnishings and fittings and attention to detail. There is also an excellent range of facilities at the property – TV lounge with Smart TV, hot tub and table tennis table – so you may not want to venture far once you have arrived at this peaceful, relaxing holiday base! Dog friendly, too – but beware! sheep in the neighbouring fields are your nearest neighbours. This cottage boasts it's energy efficiency through powering the property though the use of solar panels. Firewood for the log burner and hot tub comes from wind fall timber sourced from a local family business 3 miles away. Furthermore, water also comes from a borehole behind the house where the waste water is returned back into the ground via the treatment plant in the field. Nestled amidst nature, the shepherd's hut is a charming retreat that offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. With two comfortable chairs positioned to capture the stunning landscape, it serves as a true paradise for birdwatchers. Complete with blankets and pillows, the hut invites you to relax and unwind in comfort after a day of exploring the great outdoors.
Brynderwen is a detached stone cottage, with electric radiators throughout and water from a natural spring (passed safe for drinking); WiFi is available.
Ground Floor:
Entrance Porch/Cloakroom: with WC, sink and a heated towel rail; space for storing coats and boots and wiping down wet or muddy dogs!
Snug: the original, large hallway, with a quiet reading area in the former fireplace and beautiful oak staircase rising to the first floor.
Sitting Room: with comfortable seating, wood burning stove in the huge, beamed stone inglenook fireplace, flat screen TV, WiFi.
Kitchen: with fitted units, wall plate racks, Belfast sink, electric double oven, induction hob, extractor hood, microwave, fridge, freezer, kettle, toaster, washing machine and dishwasher. Kitchen open to:
Dining Room: with some lovely stone wall details, dining table and six chairs. Oak staircase down to:
TV Lounge: in the former cellar, with slate and stone walls, large wall-mounted flat screen Smart TV with built-in DVD player, sofa and easy chairs.
First Floor:
Master Bedroom 1: TV with king size bed, chest of drawers, bedside tables, hairdryer, feature stone wall and beam detail; lovely rural views.
En Suite Shower Room: with electric shower in large shower enclosure with lovely views! Contemporary tiling, heated towel rail, WC and basin.
Bedroom 2: double bed, chest of drawers, hairdryer, clothes hanging alcove, beam detail; rural view.
Bedroom 3: a good sized single bedroom , with some sloping ceilings but generally good headroom, chest of drawers, hairdryer; rural view to the rear of the property.
Please note that bedroom three is situated close to the top of the stairs and there is one further step up from here to the other bedrooms and family shower room.
Family Shower Room: with shower, heated towel rail, WC and basin; countryside view.
Outside: patio with picnic bench and barbecue. Wood fired hot tub with wonderful views. Logs provided for the hot tub. Adjacent barn is owners’ storage, but with undercover area to one side with table tennis and bike rack for securing bikes.
Parking: Gravelled parking and turning space for two or three vehicles.
Brynderwen provides everything you need for a relaxing or energetic holiday, with excellent local walking: Glyndwr's Way public footpath runs alongside the property. It is 1.2 miles to the Cann Office Hotel (pub offering meals and Sunday Carvery), in Llangadfan, and the village of Llanerfyl has a petrol station/shop, 2.75 miles away. Further facilities are available in the small market town of Llanfair Caereinion, 8 miles away, where you can catch a steam train on the Welshpool – Llanfair Caereinion Light Railway, for a picturesque ride down the valley to Welshpool. Welshpool, the ‘gateway to Wales’, has a larger range of shops and supermarkets, pubs and restaurants, as well as Powis Castle (NT). There are good local walks and fishing in the area. Lake Vyrnwy, with RSPB Nature Reserve and visitor centre, 9 miles. It is also just 8 miles to the south eastern edge of the Snowdonia National Park. Dolgellau is 22 miles away, with Mallwyd (home of the historic Brigands’ Inn pub), Dinas Mawddwy (Merion Mill woollen mill shop, gifts and café) and Cross Foxes Inn (another excellent pub/restaurant) en route.
Electricity and heating included; initial basket of logs provided
Bed linen and towels provided but please bring own towels for hot tub
Travel cot, highchair and stairgates available
Iron and ironing board available