Wales Vacation Rental cottage

A cosy first floor studio apartment, set on a hillside just 2.5 miles from the tiny village of Llanwrthwl. It has been converted from of a former hayloft and overlooking beautiful open countryside, this cosy apartment has high ceilings and one very low beam, adding to its uniqueness and making it a charming romantic retreat. There is a nice four poster double, fitted kitchen area, dining area and sitting area with coal-effect electric fire. Shower room with shower, WC and basin. Note: Bedroom area is separated from living area by low beam - ducking required! The magnificent Wye Valley Walk runs through the grounds of the property providing beautiful scenery and superb walks from the doorstep. The wonderful Elan Valley Lakes are closeby and Rhayader and Builth Wells are both within easy reach, and have shops, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. This wonderful part of Wales provides something for everyone and this lovely apartment is the ideal base for exploring the area. About the area: Llanwrthwl 2.5 miles; Rhayader 2.5 miles. The small, beautiful village of Llanwrthwl is set in stunning countryside between Builth Wells and Rhayader, and offers a small shop. Just 2.5 miles away is the bustling market town of Rhayader where there is an abundance of small unusual shops, pubs, many eating establishments and a leisure complex, aswell as cycle hire available in the town. There is also opportunity to observe quite closely Red Kites, at a feeding station. For a more adventurous but enjoyable day, try pony trekking through the area. Closeby you can explore the fabulous Elan Valley Lakes, or visit Builth Wells, where the Royal Welsh Show is held every year, and find a wide choice of shops, pubs, tea rooms etc. Amenities: Full oil central heating with additional heating from coal-effect electric fire in sitting area. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, colour TV, DVD, music system, small library of games, DVDs and books. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Covered parking for 2 motorbikes, secure storage for bicycles. Large shared garden with pond plus shared use of sloping 2 acre field with picnic table offering panoramic views. Private use of patio area with garden furniture. Two well behaved pets welcome. Shop 2.5 miles. Pub 1.5 miles. Note: Babes-in-arms only. Note: Outdoor kennel available if requested. Note: Apartment accessed via external slate steps - not suitable for the less mobile. Extra care should be taken in wet weather