Green Hill

Green Hill: Carmarthenshire

A lot of things have changed since this cottage was built in the nineteenth century, but we're willing to bet that the surrounding view of the Upper Towy Valley and Cambrian Mountains is just as mesmerising as it was all those years ago.

Inside, a couple of period features also remain, like the mighty stone fireplace that acts as a natural focal point in the living space. However, there have been enough contemporary additions to ensure that the address well and truly belongs in the twenty-first century. You only have to look at the modern kitchen, the bedrooms painted in a soothing white and the subway-tiled shower to see what we mean.

Out through the front door, there's a small patio with seating so you can admire the gorgeous scenery and watch the neighbouring sheep – which sometimes come to graze right up to the home's windows. Come nighttime, stargazing is made all the more beautiful by the fact that the property sits in a designated Dark Sky area, free of light pollution.

This part of South Wales is an excellent location for walkers and cyclists, as the Brecon Beacons National Park can be reached in around twenty minutes' drive, going through the town of Llandovery in the process.

Home truths:
*Access to the first floor is via a narrow stair and there are low beams in both the bedrooms, so it might not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility
*Parking for one car is available in front of the garage and a second car can be parked in the lay-by further along – bikes can be safely stored in the lockable garage, too
*There's no mobile reception, but it's possible to make and receive wi-fi calls
*A high chair, children's tableware and toys are available