Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Crickhowell, Powys

This family-friendly holiday home in the heart of Crickhowell effortlessly blends its traditional features with a contemporary twist. Featuring exposed beams, a reverse-level layout and a warming wood burner, you'll be charmed by the features right the way through the home. Ideally located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, rest assured adventure is never far away, with walks and water sports along the River Usk found within a mile of your doorstep.

Unusually, the living room is situated on the first floor with dual-aspect windows offering views over the village. The shape of the room in this former toll house is unique, with beautiful, exposed beams across the high vaulted ceilings adding character to the space. Filled with a warming glow from the hues of the wooden furniture and the wood burner, here you can get cosy on the sofa and watch a film, or sit up at the dining table to dig into a family feast.

One corner of the open-plan space is dedicated to the galley-style kitchen, featuring modern units, a Belfast sink and built-in appliances for cooking up meals and preparing snacks. Downstairs on the ground floor there are two bedrooms. Bedroom one has a calming colour palette with dual aspect windows and a versatile zip-and-link bed, which can be made up as a twin upon request.

The second bedroom is great for children, featuring twin beds. Completing the property is the pretty bathroom where you can indulge in a long soak in the bathtub at the end of the day to relax before heading to bed. For a day of activity, you could pay a visit to Llangorse Lake (10 miles) and hire a pedalo, canoe or stand-up paddleboard and explore the gentle waters surrounded by picturesque scenery.

Head 18 miles away to the iconic Pen Y Fan, with walking routes around the base and up to the summit where you'll be rewarded with panoramic views over the National Park. Alternatively, for a more leisurely afternoon, why not visit one of the local market towns? Abergavenny sits just 7 miles away and the charming bookshop town of Hay-on-Wye is 20 miles away, both offering the opportunity to puruse the independent shops and stop off at a local cafe for a tasty treat.