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£700,000

Dol-Y-Gaer, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48

Land size
3 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • unique property with character features
  • three bed converted chapel with two bed lodge
  • glorious rural location
  • countryside and reservoir views
  • plenty of parking
  • approx 3 acres of gardens and a paddock
  • freehold
  • currently a successful holiday let
  • Chapel- three reception rooms, kitchen, three bedrooms, en-suite and shower room
  • Lodge- living/dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, shower room and toilet

Description

Location-

Nestled within the breathtaking Brecon Beacons National Park, this property enjoys a stunning elevated position overlooking the serene Pontsticill Reservoir. Surrounded by spectacular countryside, it offers a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with endless opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horse riding and canoeing. Picturesque trails wind through the nearby Taf Fechan and Talybont forests, providing scenic walks right on your doorstep. Just two miles away, the charming village of Pontsticill boasts a strong sense of community and is home to two welcoming pubs. It also features a station for the beloved Brecon Mountain Railway, where a nostalgic steam train journey takes you from Pant to Torpantau. For a wider range of shops and amenities, the bustling town of Merthyr Tydfil is just seven miles away, offering everything you need within easy reach.

The Chapel-

Entering through the arched stained glass double doors, you are welcomed into the entrance porch, where a tiled floor, exposed stone walls and vaulted ceiling, set a tone of this unique and charming property. The dining room is a good size and comfortably accommodates a large dining table, perfect for hosting family meals. An arched door guides you into the kitchen which boasts ample cupboard space, integrated appliances including a fridge/freezer, oven and gas hob with plumbing in place for a dishwasher. A glazed door opens onto a paved patio, inviting alfresco dining and leisurely mornings. A convenient cloakroom with a store cupboard adds further functionality. Off the dining room, French doors open into the living room, where sunlight streams which features a charming wood-burning stove for cozy winter evenings. Completing the ground floor is a versatile second reception room, currently enjoyed as a games room, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Upstairs a bright galleried landing with exposed beams leads to the three double bedrooms. The master suite is a standout, featuring arched windows that overlook the garden to the reservoir beyond, along with its own private en-suite shower room. An additional well-appointed shower room serves the remaining bedrooms.

Outside, there is a landscaped garden made up of lawn, a winding path, rockery area and pond. A dedicated paved patio area sets the stage for memorable alfresco dining and peaceful relaxation, all while enjoying picturesque views.

The Lodge-

Set slightly behind the Chapel, is the Lodge. On the ground floor there is an entrance hall and spacious living/dining room where a glazed front wall floods the room with natural light. The kitchen at the rear has base and wall units and an integrated oven and hob. Patio doors open onto a decked seating area. Completing the ground floor is a shower room. Upstairs there are two comfortable double bedrooms, the rear of which enjoys a Juliet balcony and views over the garden and paddock. There is also a WC.

Outside the garden comprises of a decked seating area with hot tub, chippings, rockery with herbaceous plants, a lawn and shrub and flower borders.

In total there is approximately 3 acres with a gated parking area at the front providing ample parking whilst behind the gardens there is a paddock. To the left hand side of the Lodge there is a useful storage room with utility area at the rear.

Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. LP gas central heating. Please note we have not tested the appliances, central heating or services.

Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) £3,950

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-02-19

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,207 Homes with Land listings in Wales (1+ acres).

This Property£233,333 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £104,413 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
42 E
80 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
Private Supply
Heating
Gas Heating, Central Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Driveway, Gated Parking, Off-Street Parking, Private Parking
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

4 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Limited NoneThree Limited LimitedVodafone Limited None

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Pantysgallog Primary School3.5 miles
    Pupils
    412
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Gellifaelog Primary School4.1 miles
    Pupils
    226
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Goetre Primary School4.1 miles
    Pupils
    413
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Ysgol-Y-Graig4.2 miles
    Pupils
    213
    Type
    Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Dowlais Primary School4.2 miles
    Pupils
    194
    Type
    Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision

Secondary

  • Pen-Y-Dre High School3.7 miles
    Pupils
    893
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-16)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic School4.4 miles
    Pupils
    989
    Type
    Middle (ages 3-16)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Cyfarthfa High School5 miles
    Pupils
    785
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-16)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Tredegar Comprehensive School6.8 miles
    Pupils
    746
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-16)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Idris Davies School 3 to 186.9 miles
    Pupils
    812
    Type
    Middle (ages 3-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Merthyr Tydfil Superstore, Merthyr Tydfil4 miles
Morrisons Daily Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil4 miles
Lidl Dowlais Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil4 miles

GP surgery

Morlais Medical Practice4.1 miles

Pharmacy

Dowlais Pharmacy4 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Merthyr Tydfil Rail Station5.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Llyngeren Picnic Area0.9 miles

Typical drive times

Rhymney20 min · 9.9 miles
Tredegar23 min · 12 miles
Ebbw Vale24 min · 13 miles
Merthyr Tydfil20 min · 8.4 miles
Abertawe (city)51 min · 36 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Natural Resources Wales flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

No mapped surface water riskLower risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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