Set within the foothills of the Black Mountains, just a stone's throw away from the tranquil banks of the River Wye in Glasbury, this Victorian country manor exudes timeless elegance and charm. With sprawling grounds and picturesque surroundings, it enjoys a fabulous location where you can embrace the outdoors. Walkers can head out into the hills, and take advantage of the Begwyns, 580 acres of National Trust hills and rolling landscape with breathtaking views across The Brecon Beacons National Park. There is access to mountain biking, kayaking and pony trekking available locally, and for wild swimming or a lazy afternoon watching the world go by head to ‘The Bont’, the village shingle beach. The property is just 4 miles from the vibrant market town of Hay-on-Wye, famous for its international book festival and weekly farm and craft market, with plenty of second-hand bookshops, an art house cinema, and independent shops.
Set back and slightly elevated with a wide sweeping driveway enjoying views across the dramatic landscape towards the Black Mountains, guests are welcomed in via the traditional porch. Here you can leave your boots and coats before you step into the inviting entrance hall with ornate mosaic tiled floor and high ceilings. The interior design seamlessly blends period features with contemporary comforts, creating an ambience of sophistication and warmth. The spacious living areas are ideal for both grand gatherings and intimate moments. The snug features plush furnishings, a stone fireplace with a wood burner, a Smart TV and French doors that flood the room with natural light, offering panoramic views of the gardens. A cosy library, lined with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves stocked with interesting reads, comfortable seating, and a wood burner, provides the perfect retreat for literary pursuits. The heart of the home lies in the expansive country-style kitchen, built from solid oak and well-equipped offering everything you will need for preparing food. There’s a table and chairs perfect for breakfasts, along with an open pantry with additional space for food preparation. Adjacent to the kitchen is a charming dining hall bathed in sunlight from the double French doors, where you can get together to enjoy supper with friends. Lastly, a fabulous ballroom, with high ceilings and a feature fireplace bathed in natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows, creates the perfect space for celebrations, with a table and chairs for tea parties or celebration suppers, along with lounge furniture. The ground floor also offers a cloakroom with a WC, a utility with a washing machine and a larger boot room with storage for bikes.
Access to the first floor is via the main hall, although there is also a second staircase from the kitchen area; guests have the choice of eight sumptuous bedrooms. Each bedroom is uniquely decorated with period furnishings, plush bedding, and elegant soft furnishings, creating a harmonious blend of comfort and style. On this floor, there are three king-size bedrooms, one king-size bedroom with a single bed, 2 double rooms and 1 single room. There are three generously sized bathrooms complete with clawfoot bathtubs and showers. A second floor offers an additional attic bedroom space with a king-size bed and 2 singles along with a shower room with a walk-in shower and WC.
Outside, the landscaped gardens provide a private oasis for outdoor entertaining and recreation. A sun-drenched terrace with seating areas to the front is surrounded by mature lawns with a fire pit and seating area. There is additional space for outdoor dining with a table and chairs.