19 Rhestr Fawr, Swansea, SA9 1LD

Offered chain-free, this cosy, compact character cottage sits just a short walk from the centre of Ystradgynlais.

Inside, the home is packed with traditional charm, featuring exposed beams, a feature stone fireplace, two bedrooms upstairs, and a good-sized kitchen-diner.

Outside, you'll find a small, low-maintenance gravelled garden. An ideal opportunity for anyone seeking a character property in a central, convenient spot.

From the seller: A gorgeous cottage with original stonework and the original staircase is still there as a feature. A very happy feel to the home, cozy but light.

It is minutes from the village on the flat making it accessible for everyone. The happiest home my Mum ever lived in and it was the hub of the family where everyone loved to gather.

Services: Mains gas. Mains water and drainage (advised unmetered). Mains electricity. Parking info: On-street parking is available on Rhestr Fawr itself as well as a layby on the A4067 to the rear.

About The Area: Ystradgynlais is located on the banks of the River Tawe some 18 miles North of Swansea - just off the main A4067.

Retail is serviced by a bustling central shopping area with many unique, family-run, independent shops and cafés as well as larger chain stores and supermarkets located on the outskirts.

Education is provided by both English and Welsh medium primary and secondary schools.

For recreation there is the Diamond Park, The Gorsedd and Ystradfawr Nature Reserve plus many public footpaths providing mountain, forest, and riverside walks.

Just up the road is The National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Craig y Nos Castle & Country Park, The Wales Ape and Monkey sanctuary, and Henrhyd Waterfalls.

In less than 30 minutes' drive you can be deep in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons National Park) itself or on the shores of Swansea Bay. We are Roberts Homes Estate agents.

A small, family-run estate agent providing property for sale and to let in Ystradgynlais, South Wales and the surrounding Upper Swansea Valley (SA9) areas of Abercrave, Caehopkin, Coelbren, Cwmllynfell, Cwmtwrch, Godrergraig, Rhiwfawr, Penycae, Ynyswen, Ystalyfera, and Ystradowen.

Lounge (3.62 m x 3.62 m (11'11" x 11'11")) Natural stone fireplace and original stairs to one wall ( feature only). Stairs to upper floor and under stairs cupboard.

UPVC door with double glazed panels to front. Window to front. Radiator. Rear Lobby Floor tiled.

Kitchen/Diner (2.32 m x 5.67 m (7'7" x 18'7")) Fitted to the kitchen area with a range of cream wall and base units and tiled between units. Floor tiled. Beam feature to ceiling.

Built in cupboard housing gas boiler for central heating and hot water. Two windows to rear. Half double glazed uPVC door to rear. Radiator.

Bathroom (2.72 m x 2.07 m (8'11" x 6'9")) White bath with a mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin and w.c. Plus a separate tiled shower cubicle. Floor tiled and walls half tiled. Radiator.

Upper Floor - Landing Bedroom1 (3.63 m x 2.72 m (11'11" x 8'11")) Beam feature to ceiling. Two built in cupboards. Window to front. Radiator.

Bedroom 2 (3.64 m x 2.05 m (11'11" x 6'9")) Beam feature to ceiling. Window to front. Radiator. Exterior To the rear there is a concreted and covered area. Outside light.

Storage shed, utility with power and light and plumber for an automatic washing machine and second storage shed. Access steps lead to a garden laid to coloured gravel and boundary walls.

A rear gate lead to the A4067 where there is a layby. History The address is Rhestr Fawr, but was formerly known, and still is in the village as Gough Buildings.

Gough's Buildings in Ystradgynlais were a network of 19th-century workmen's housing built by the prominent Gough family, who owned the local Ynyscedwen Ironworks and extensive estates in the upper Swansea Valley.

Dr Daniel Protheroe the renowned Welsh musician and composer was born in Gough Buildings and there is a garden at the start of Rhestr Fawr dedicated to him.