Incredible home sits on lake with private islands you can row to
Water in your garden, and not the type that falls from dark clouds in the sky, can really add an extra layer of interest to the outdoor scene, as well as easily tempting birds and wildlife to visit on a regular basis.
Some people have a pond in their back garden, some recommend a water feature to add the sound of running water, while certain lucky people have a house with grounds big enough to accommodate a lake nestled into the foliage somewhere.
But this incredible house can beat them all as it sits on the bank of a substantial fishing lake that has history as well as providing a home for birds and wildlife and an exceptional view across the water for the humans lucky enough to call this five-bedroom, detached house their home.
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Imagine stepping out of this dream country home onto a sun drenched deck and looking out over the water with a morning coffee watching the local wildlife or an evening drink under a starry sky, inviting friends over for alfresco meals immersed by nature and accompanied by birdsong - it all sounds idyllic.
The private and peaceful lakeside site has a rich history, originally forming part of the estate of the Victorian Pencerrig Gardens Hotel. The Estate lake, believed to have been constructed in the late 18th century, was later sold with additional land to form Gold Y Gors, arguably one of Wales' most unique lakeside homes.
Outside within the 12 acres of glorious grounds you can easily be enticed to explore and create wonderful life memories. The five acre lake that includes tiny islands to visit too is teeming with wildlife and offers a chance to regularly enjoy fishing on your own doorstep.
A wander through the dappled sunshine in your own enchanting 2.6 acre mature woodland is a magical experience too, and underlines just how special a home Gold Y Gors is, as the woodland can boast both a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and an ancient woodland designation.
If you can ever drag yourself away from this pocket of pure tranquillity, immersed in nature and away from the worries of the world - and it would be hard - the property offers direct access to the A483, making it easy to travel north towards the Victorian spa town of Llandrindod Wells about 4.5 miles away.
If you head south you'll find Hay-on-Wye, about 15 miles away, Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons National Park, Abergavenny and the M4 at Newport leading to Cardiff and Swansea in one direction and Bristol and London in the other direction.
Situated in a wooded valley with views across the Cwmdeuddwr Hills, Gold Y Gors represents a rare opportunity to acquire a stunning lakeside residence overlooking a historic 18th century estate lake. It is on the market with a guide price of £895,000 with Fenn Wright Rural, Water & Leisure, Colchester, call 01206 216555 to find out more. For more property stories join our Amazing Welsh Homes Facebook group here.
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