Ty Nant Lodge, Llangadog

Brecon Beacons. Sleeps up to 2

LlangadogSituated in the heart of the beautiful Towy Valley, halfway between Llandeilo and Llandovery, the village is well served by a butcher's shop, post office, newsagents, mini market, 2 pubs, railway station and several good eating places including the Goose and Cuckoo. Take a trip on the Heart of Wales Railway line - one of the most scenic lines in the British Isles - passing the Sugar Loaf, tranquil villages, and picturesque Victorian spa towns. Enjoy coffee or lunch at The Telegraph Diner, a great eating place next to the station. This is also great motoring country - follow in Jeremy Clarkson's tyre tracks (of Top Gear fame) and drive the Black Mountain Pass along the A4069 from Llangadog to Brynamman - fabulous scenery and a thrilling drive!Llandovery Ancient Market and Droving TownLlandovery, a centre popular with enthusiasts for outdoor pursuits, is the nearest sizeable town to Ty Nant Lodge. An ancient market and droving centre, its architecture reflects this history. The Llandovery Sheep Festival in September each year harks back to droving days and offers sheep racing in the street!Modern visitors will find the hill-top ruins of Llandovery Castle looking down over the town but also Llandovery College (famous for its connections to Welsh Rugby), a swimming pool, good quality food shops and gift shops and tea rooms to entertain and sustain them. LlandeiloLlandeilo, a busy, colourful and picturesque country town, climbs up the hillside from the River Towy just a 10 minute drive away in the other direction. Meander around the twisted lanes or take a themed walk and discover all that Llandeilo has to offer. Lots of individual and independent shops sell a range of unusual gifts, home wares, bespoke furniture and local crafts. There are award winning local food suppliers, shops selling fashionable clothing, an extensive antique and garden centre and even an auction house! With a wide variety of places to eat and drink - The Cawdor Arms Hotel is the place to be seen over morning coffee and Sunday papers! Gin Haus DeliWelsh artisan bread, cheeses, and charcuterie can be found in abundance here. Call in for lunch or picnic supplies. The cakes are to die for and pizza nights need a table reservation for sure. Join the locals, but be quick tables are always in short supply. G and T anyone?Heavenly Exquisite Desserts, Llandeilo The artisan-made cakes and chocolates made here are an amazing sight and taste even better. No visit to the market town of Llandeilo is complete without a hand-made chocolate treat, scrumptious cake or delicious ice-cream from this award winning chocolatier on Rhosmaen Street. Dinefwr Park and Castle, LlandeiloA visit to Dinefwr Park and Castle is a great day out for all the family. Explore the romantic ruins of Dinefwr Castle, a home to the princes of Deheubarth. Then ramble through the restored parkland among giant ancient trees and restore your flagging energy levels with delicious home cooked delicacies at the tea rooms. Newton House National Trust, Llandeilo and Historic White CattleThis is a beautiful manor house with romantic formal gardens dating back to 1660. Re-live Edwardian life below stairs in Newton House. There are innovative and changing exhibitions as well as a permanent presentation depicting the house during the period between 1940 and 1945 when it was used as a hospital. Handsome historic white cattle still graze the surrounding grass lands as they have done since medieval times.Y Polyn, Capel DewiPopular for lunch - the portions are enormous, the prices very reasonable and dinner is a real treat (booking essential). Do try the sour dough bread - they say it rivals that of Paris - and keep a little room for dessert topped with their very own honey - heaven in a bowl!Talley AbbeyFounded for the Premonstratensian order by the Lord Rhys between 1184 and 1189, only parts of the original Abbey survive but this is a magic place with beckoning lakes and lush green countryside. National Garden of Wales and AberglasneyThe National Botanical Garden of Wales and Aberglasney (A Garden lost in Time) are within an easy drive, as are the spectacular Llyn Brianne and Usk Reservoirs. Dolaucothi Gold Mine (NT)Dolaucothi Gold Mine in the village of Pumsaint was in use from Roman times to the 20th century. Take a fascinating tour of the underground workings equipped with your miner’s lamp - you simply must try your hand at panning! Any gold you find is yours to take how to remind you of this special day. Llandeusant Red Kite Feeding Station - a must for bird lovers and a challenge for photographersOver 50 red kites and buzzards are fed daily, giving a spectacular aerial display. Do make time to visit. You won't be disappointed by these magnificent birds of prey.A comfortable hideaway for romantic couples to enjoy year round holidays in the glorious Brecon Beacons National Park.

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