5 bed farm for sale

Penderyn, Aberdare CF44

Nestled in a privileged and highly sought after position in the south of the glorious Brecon Beacons National Park, this detached and historically significant family home lies close to the celebrated village of Penderyn. The village is 1.5 miles away and is well known for its famous artisanal whisky distillery. Penderyn also benefits from a primary school, two pubs, a café and a community centre. Everyday amenities can be found in nearby Hirwaun, just 3 miles to the south, while a wider range of shops and services are available 5 miles away in Aberdare and 7 miles away in the larger town of Merthyr Tydfil. Both towns have train stations with excellent transport links. The beautiful market town of Brecon is just 15 miles and Cardiff itself is only 33 miles away. The newly completed A465 provides easy access to the vibrant coastal city of Swansea 30 miles to the southwest, known for its stunning beaches and proximity to the Gower Peninsula, and Abergavenny 25 miles to the northeast.

Beili Helyg is a substantial and versatile detached country home, offering generous accommodation that is ideal for family life, or those looking to run a B&B or multi-generational living. Privileged to be situated within the Brecon Beacons National Park, the house enjoys 360 degrees of stunning views of the Cwm Cadlan Valley. As well as a range of public footpaths and open access land right on the doorstep, Beili Helyg sits in its own 5 acres of gardens, woodland and paddocks.

Inside, the property is full of charm, and retains a wealth of character, dating back to its origins as an 18th century stone farmhouse. Deep set windows and exposed beams adorn much of the house. A timber stable door provides access into a welcoming paved entrance hall. A part- glazed oak inner door leads into an expansive, oak-floored living room. From its spectacular double-heighted vaulted ceiling, two impressive 3.5m panels of windows and patio doors face each other either side of the room, maximising the impact of the surrounding dramatic scenery, and provide access to the front and rear gardens. The living room also includes a large wood burning stove, topped by a magnificent, bespoke copper fireplace canopy hood. Steps lead into the farmhouse style kitchen/diner.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall cabinets and includes a double ceramic Belfast sink. There is also a large range cooker and solid fuel Rayburn. An archway leads from the kitchen through to a cosy sitting room with an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. These features, as well as a sociable a "half-wall" between the kitchen and sitting room, combine to provide the sense of an inviting heart of the home. A further door from the kitchen reveals a walk-in pantry and from here, a traditional stable-type door opens to a sheltered and pretty kitchen herb garden.

The ground floor rooms offer excellent flexibility. There is a garden room, a useful utility room, a warm boiler room inset with airing shelves, a study, and a guest bedroom with an adjacent shower room. There is also a suite of rooms at the south end of the house, with sitting room, ensuite and bedroom. This has its own entrance to the front of the house, and patio door to the rear garden, making it an ideal guest suite or annexe.

Two separate staircases lead to the first floor. From the entrance hall, stairs rise to two large and airy ensuite bed rooms, both with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. One of these rooms also has direct access to outdoors via a small balcony and fire escape stairs leading down to ground level. Views of the gardens, streams and park beyond make this room a tranquil haven. A separate winding stone staircase from the kitchen leads up to the master bedroom, a delightful retreat with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and an ensuite bathroom complete with roll-top bath, twin sinks and a separate shower.

Outside, the property is approached via a gated driveway that leads to a generous parking area. The surrounding gardens wrap around the house and are mainly laid to lawn with mature flower and shrub borders, and patio seating and dining areas. The sun rises in the east to illuminate the back garden first, where a stone patio area is ideal for breakfast, and the sounds of a stream add to the overall sense of relaxation.

As the sun moves south through the day, it lights up an archway of heavily scented climbing roses and lavender, before illuminating the front of the house. In the afternoon the sun bathes Beili Helyg's small orchard, wildflower meadow, raised vegetable beds and potting shed. There is a second patio area on the west side that catches the evening sun. The front paddock (~1.1ac) has a good-sized raised pond, a babbling brook, a large tractor shed (7.85m x 6.30m) with power, lighting and a roller door, along with a separate secure tack room, hay store, stable and a hard standing covered area perfect for tacking up and grooming. The second field (~1.8ac) is larger with a double field shelter and a pumped water supply from a natural spring.

Behind a high hedge at the house's northern end lies a private glamping area with a bell tent and shepherd’s hut, perfect for guests or holiday lets. Between the house and the second paddock is a picturesque wooded area where two streams collect into small pools on their way to a small trout pond. The willow and hazel trees have been encouraged to grow into natural archways and arbours complete with a range of peaceful and beautifully placed benches.

Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Please note we have not tested the appliances, central heating or services.

Council Tax: We have been informed that this property has been placed under council tax band ‘G’.