Ty Barcud

About this property

Lampeter 4 miles. A former barn, nestling in the Cambrian Mountains and undulating countryside of the picturesque Teifi Valley, close to Lampeter, South West Wales. The cottage is a perfect base for families and friends looking to enjoy the diverse countryside, with mountains, lowlands, beaches and busy towns all just a short drive away. Set over two floors, there are three bedrooms, one twin bedroom in the eaves with a further two double bedrooms and a bathroom.There is a well-equipped kitchen leading into the dining area and a spacious comfortable sitting room with woodburner and doors opening out onto the garden. Outside, you can sit in the peaceful garden which is surrounded by the restful rustling of the trees in the coppice, rich in birdlife, or why not take a walk through the owners’ eight acres of farmland or maybe catch a glimpse of an elusive otter on the River Teifi? Explore Lampeter with its good selection of shops, cafés and pubs. You are also ideally placed to explore the wonderful coastline of Cardigan Bay with Aberaeron, a pretty Regency harbourside town, and the sandy beaches such as New Quay and Llangrannog, a little further down the beautiful coastline. The area also boasts several National Trust properties, including Llanerchaeron Estate and Farm, and the Dolau Cothi Gold Mines, where you can try your hand at panning for gold. There are numerous outdoor activities, with seaside activities such as dolphin and wildlife spotting, boat trips, coasteering, river and sea fishing, with Cardigan Bay being just 16 miles away. You are also close to the rural market town of Tregaron, gateway to the mountains, and the fabulous nature reserve at Cors Caron, together with the historic ruins at Strata Florida Abbey. Slightly further afield, to the north, you will find the popular university town of Aberystwyth, where you can enjoy the funicular railway up to Constitution Hill or an historic trip on a steam railway up to the striking Devils Bridge. To the south, at Llandovery, is the start of the Brecon Beacons National Park, opening up a myriad of days out. A perfect retreat, ideal for families and friends looking to explore the fantastic local countryside. Note: This property is next to Ref. 10621

Lampeter is the smallest and oldest university town in Wales, and boasts a fine selection of small, locally-owned shops. It also boasts a museum, a Welsh quilt museum and has a wealth of unique tea rooms, pubs and restaurants, regular markets and a fine food festival. Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and rivers, the area is ideal for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.

Accommodation

Mostly ground floor.

Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor eaves twin, 2 x double bedroom.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Oil central heating with woodburner.

Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi (can be intermittent due to property location).

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off road parking for 2 cars with additional parking in the yard.

Bike storage.

Enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture.

Two well-behaved small sized dogs welcome or 1 medium Labrador size dog.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.5 miles, pub 3 miles.

Note: Eaves room has limited headroom (max.

6' 3" at apex).

Note: The stairs are curved and narrower than a conventional staircase, with a width of 55cm, therefore they may not be suitable for the less mobile.

Note: Check-in 17:00, check-out 09:30.
Please note - No hen and stag parties or contractors bookings.

Please note - Adults only.