If you find the most perfect spot to embed yourself in nature, surrounded by woodland, fields, a famous river and the most breathtaking views possible, why wouldn’t you want to design a luxury retreat to constantly connect you to the beauty around you?
That’s exactly what the current owners of Swn Yr Gwy have done, creating a woodland retreat elevated above the River Wye as it meanders down the expansive valley.
Situated high above the water, the gorgeous property is nestled amongst the woodland, only visible from the river if you are pottering by in a canoe.
Creating a dream home on the river bank from scratch has created a stunning property with an abundance of design thought and care to make the most of the plot.
So there are balconies, terraces, seats by the river bank that also comes with fishing rights, and glass installed in every conceivable place possible.
The facade that faces the impossibly perfect rural vista includes multiple banks of glass doors and windows, so whatever the weather that gorgeous landscape is your constant work of natural art.
Watch nature unfold, the weather do its best and worst, and wildlife wander by – all sharing this special spot with this special home – from multiple areas in this bespoke, architecturally designed house.
Both immensely inviting rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and doors out to the sunny veranda, which is partially covered so even when the rain makes an unwelcome entrance, sitting outside is a tempting option.
But before you marvel at the beautiful home and the spaces inside to disarm you, first you have to find the property.
A maze of tiny country lanes deep in the heart of remote Powys will eventually get you to the house, with no-one but sheep to ask for directions.
Once you spot the timber-clad, exposed stone, glass-balconied building peeking through the trees, surely the anticipation to step inside reaches new heights.
The wood log fencing and ornamental pond at the entrance, coupled with the design of the facade gives a hint of the house to come.
The abundant use of natural materials, such as stone, oak and granite, directly relate to the world outside the front door and can be found throughout the house.
The property can boast some future proof eco credentials too, according to the estate agent selling the home, including an air source heat pump, solar panels and heat recovery system.
Before you step inside, the house can offer a new owner a slice of Powys covering about 5.88 acres, including right down to the river bank.
The immediate gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped, including the pond, packed flower beds and borders and numerous places to sit and relax.
Then the land falls away down to the river below, the perfect place for a picnic on the lawn next to the water or a spot of fishing.
There are strolls along the river bank through the trees on offer too, as well as the chance to explore the National Cycle Route 8 that passes the house nearby.
The tiny village of Llangurig, with a population just 723 in the 2011 census, is described as being located at the ‘heart of Wales’ offering two pubs, a shop, post office and tea room and a 15th century church.
Back at the woodland retreat and it’s time to push that front door open and enjoy the spectacular abode that has been created here.
