6 bed detached house for sale

Cwm Car, Dol-Y-Gaer, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil CF48

Walker & Lewis are privileged to offer for sale this tastefully modernised, beautifully presented and substantial six-bedroom detached residence, with a documented history dating back to at least 1841. Sympathetically extended to enhance its original character and provide generous living space, the property is set within approximately one acre of grounds in the picturesque rural setting of Dol-y-Gaer, Pontsticill.

Renovated to an exceptionally high standard, this impressive home immediately exudes character, charm and presence. Enjoying a tranquil position surrounded by natural beauty, the property benefits from far-reaching views, ample parking and generous outdoor space.

Steeped in period features, the accommodation seamlessly blends timeless elegance with practical family living. The reception rooms are rich in character, with feature oak flooring and wood-burning stoves creating warmth and attractive focal points. At the heart of the home is a spacious kitchen/dining/family room with underfloor heating, complemented by a central kitchen island and bi-folding doors that enhance the connection between the interior and the surrounding grounds.

The first floor offers four spacious double bedrooms, all with oak flooring, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities. An impressive family bathroom and a versatile fifth bedroom, currently arranged as a walk-in dressing room but equally suited to a home office or single bedroom, complete the first-floor accommodation.

The second floor provides a private and spacious principal bedroom retreat, with oak flooring and windows framing beautiful views towards the surrounding mountains.

Externally, the well-maintained grounds extend to approximately one acre, featuring generous lawns, mature trees and established planting, all contributing to a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity. A garage at the end of the driveway and a substantial outbuilding to the rear of the property, currently used for dry storage, provide valuable additional space.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the Taff Trail is accessible directly from the rear gate, offering beautiful walking and cycling routes, including a challenging six-mile hike to the summit of Pen y Fan without crossing a road. Pontsticill Reservoir lies at the end of the drive and is home to a sailing club, whilst Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer offers a range of outdoor activities. The occasional distant sound of steam trains travelling along the Brecon Mountain Railway on the opposite side of the valley adds a nostalgic charm to this unique setting.

Despite the property's secluded setting, Merthyr Tydfil is just five miles to the south, with the charming market towns of Brecon and Crickhowell a short drive away. Convenient access to the A470 and A40 provides excellent connections to Cardiff and Swansea, both approximately an hour away by car.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period residence in an enviable rural setting. Properties of this calibre are seldom available, and viewing is essential to fully appreciate the setting, scale and character this exceptional home has to offer.

Entrance Porch

Composite entrance door, double-glazed window to the front and side, and a door leading into the hallway.

Hallway

Radiator, flagstone flooring, ceiling spotlights, and an oak staircase rising to the first-floor
accommodation. Doors lead to the boiler/drying room and WC.

WC

Double-glazed window to the front, carved granite wash hand basin, close-coupled WC, half-
height tiled walls and radiator.

Living Room (4.44 m x 3.89 m (14'7" x 12'9"))

Double-glazed window to the front, oak wooden flooring, original oak beam, and a feature stone
fireplace housing a wood-burning stove with a slabbed hearth. Further features include a radiator
and attractive period detailing that enhances the character of the room.

Dining/Sitting Room (8.47 m x 3.02 m (27'9" x 9'11"))

An impressive dining room with a comfortable sitting area, featuring a glass-fronted wood-burning
stove set on a slabbed hearth, creating an attractive focal point. Further features include three
radiators, oak wooden flooring, ceiling spotlights, double-glazed windows to the side and rear, and
a double-glazed door opening onto the rear grounds.

A useful concealed utility area provides additional storage, plumbing for an automatic washing
machine and space for a tumble dryer. A short set of steps leads through to the open-plan
kitchen/dining/family room.

Kitchen/Dining/Family Room (7.50 m x 6.85 m (24'7" x 22'6"))

An impressive and spacious kitchen/dining/family room, forming the heart of the home, featuring a comprehensive range of matching base and eye-level units with generous worktop
surfaces.

The well-appointed kitchen includes a twin-bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, Miele
integrated dishwasher, space for a plumbed American fridge/freezer and a Rangemaster cooker
with five-ring induction hob and extractor hood above, alongside a built-in oven/microwave.
A large central kitchen island provides additional workspace and the potential for informal seating.
The generous sitting and dining areas enjoy excellent natural light from double-glazed windows, double doors and two sets of bi-folding doors, creating a wonderful connection between the
interior and the surrounding gardens.

Further features include attractive large-format flagstone flooring with underfloor heating and
ceiling spotlights, making this an ideal space for both everyday family living and entertaining.

First Floor Landing

Double-glazed window to the front, radiators, feature exposed stonework, solid oak wood
flooring, and a staircase rising to the second floor, with useful under-stairs storage. Doors lead to
the first-floor accommodation.

Bedroom (7.80 m x 3.08 m (25'7" x 10'1"))

A spacious bedroom enjoying natural light from windows to the front and rear. Further features
include two radiators, hardwood oak flooring, a built-in storage cupboard, and ceiling spotlights.

Bedroom (4.20 m x 3.03 m (13'9" x 9'11"))

Double-glazed window to the front with a feature slate windowsill, oak flooring, and radiator.

Bedroom/Home Office (2.10 m x 2.80 m (6'11" x 9'2"))

A versatile room, currently arranged as a walk-in dressing room but equally suitable for use as a
home office or single bedroom. Features include a double-glazed window to the rear, radiator, wooden flooring and fitted wardrobes extending along one wall.

Bedroom (5.99 m x 2.70 m (19'8" x 8'10"))

Double-glazed window to the side, sloping ceiling, radiator, and oak flooring, with a door leading to
the private en-suite shower room.

En-Suite

Three-piece suite comprising a wash hand basin with mixer tap and base cupboard, tiled double
shower cubicle with fitted shower, matching shower tray and glass screen, and close-coupled WC.
Further features include a skylight, illuminated vanity mirror, heated towel rail, sloping ceiling and
ceiling spotlights.

Bedroom (5.99 m x 2.70 m (19'8" x 8'10"))

Double-glazed window to the side, radiator, and oak flooring with a door leading to the private en-
suite shower room.

En-Suite

Three-piece suite comprising a wash hand basin with mixer tap and base cupboard, tiled double
shower cubicle with fitted shower, matching shower tray and glass screen, and close-coupled WC.
Further features include a skylight, illuminated vanity mirror, heated towel rail, feature exposed
stone wall, sloping ceiling and ceiling spotlights.

Family Bathroom

A luxurious family bathroom featuring full-height wall tiling in a striking copper-patina verdigris
effect, complemented by an impressive freestanding copper slipper bath fitted with period-style
chrome mixer taps and shower attachment.

The suite is completed by a contemporary navy blue vanity wash hand basin with built-in storage, a high-level WC and tiled flooring. Generous natural light enters through a large frosted window, enhancing the distinctive character and elegant finish of this beautifully appointed bathroom.

Second Floor Landing

Doors leading to the principal bedroom, shower room, and eaves storage.

Mater Bedroom (4.75 m x 4.50 m (15'7" x 14'9"))

A beautifully presented and spacious principal bedroom, enjoying an abundance of natural light
through three sizeable skylights. A feature double-glazed window to the side provides further
natural light and attractive views towards the surrounding mountains.

Additional features include solid oak flooring, a radiator, sloping ceiling and ceiling spotlights
creating a peaceful and private bedroom retreat.

Outside

The property occupies beautifully maintained grounds extending to approximately one acre, offering a wonderful sense of space, privacy and tranquillity.

The grounds feature generous areas of lawn, an attractive patio, ornamental ponds, mature trees
and established planting, all combining to create a delightful rural setting.

A substantial outbuilding to the rear of the property, currently used for dry storage, provides
valuable additional space, whilst a detached garage at the end of the driveway offers further
practical storage and parking facilities.

The gardens and outdoor spaces provide an ideal environment for relaxation and entertaining, whilst enjoying the peace, privacy and natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.