Y Fedwen House & Garden, self-catering

This is a mid-terrace home on the A40, in a rural Welsh village. It has an equipped kitchen, south-facing garden, a wood-burning stove, and both large shower and bath. There are two bedrooms, with a king size double bed in one and a standard double in the other, and there is a short double sofa-bed in the large open plan living room/ kitchen. Check-in is via key safe. Your hosts will not be there unless previously arranged. Pets are only allowed on ground floor (kitchen/living room). The space The ground floor open-plan kitchen/living room is at the back of the house and opens onto a shared-access pathway with a patio garden beyond, where some small pets could be let loose in the low-walled space. This is a very pleasant spot and a south-facing sun-trap. Your next-door neighbours on the terrace have right of way along the shared-access pathway, which is un-gated and therefore pets must be under control here. The house is quirkily built on six staggered levels connected by short staircases! The first of these leads up from the kitchen to a small, low-ceilinged, bathroom/utility room containing a washing machine, sink and W.C. This area also contains the house's original earthen-floored pantry and coal hole. Further upstairs there is a much bigger and complete bathroom containin both a bath and a large shower. All the sleeping areas are at the back of the house, overlooking the garden and away from the main road. The staircase that leads upwards from the kitchen/living room is steep, narrow and has a ninety degree bend. Y Fedwen (pronounced 'uh ved-when') is Welsh for 'the birch tree.' The house welcomes individuals, small groups and families, and also pets who will stay on the ground floor only. The garden includes a large patio, a table and chairs, a barbecue, a long washing line, and plants that encourage wildlife. There is one dedicated parking space 30m away and further parking is always available (and free) on the road adjacent (Station Road; B4310). Also about 30m away. Smoking is permitted in the garden only. Fun and noise is expected, but only between the hours of 11am and 11pm. Guest access Guests have access to the whole house except the attic rooms and a bedroom that is currently being renovated in between guest stays. Other things to note Guests must bring their own towels. All bed linen, pillows, extra pillows and blankets, toilet paper and tea towels are provided.