The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is 35 miles of gorgeous greenery and sparkling water and a lucky new owner of this pretty period property will be able to claim part of it as their home's front garden; almost.
Literally stepping out of the front door of this home in Brecon brings you directly onto the bank of the world famous waterway. One step too many though and you suddenly have your own swimming pool too.
Make it onto the towpath and you're now part of the unique industrial history of Wales.
According to the website canalrivertrust.org.uk the canal was constructed mainly between 1799 and 1812, and was used extensively as the main form of transport for the movement of coal, limestone and iron ore.
More recently, the importance of the canal to our country's history has been recognised with a section being included within the Blaenavon World Heritage Site.
Cadw has awarded The Cefn Flight of Fourteen Locks Scheduled Ancient Monument status and the Llangattock escarpment is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
So it's a big deal to be living on the bank of this internationally recognised and much-loved waterway.
It's also a big deal that the property that has just gone on the market has been updated by the current owners to create a charming home, oozing character and tasteful interior design .
The home is actually two former houses that have been combined to create a unique four bedroom home, unique not just in its location but also in its character.
Called the Gasworks House, the name provides an insight into the home's past.
The property is recorded as being the manager's house of the town's former gasworks that used to occupy the site next to the canal, before the redevelopment of the area over the last 20 years.
If a potential buyer can pull themselves away from the unique location and canal views outside and enter the property, it will be worth it.
On the ground floor of the main house there is a formal dining room and principle reception room, either side of the hall.
Both welcoming rooms have been elegantly decorated in restful, muted tones, complemented by warm wooden floors and classic, comfy furniture.
There is a central fireplace in both spaces that is an expected focal point, with the large windows allowing the light and canal views to flood in.
In the 'neighbour's' house, the current owners have created a stylish kitchen, with the Shaker-style units, Belfast sink and cream cooker range being the initial stand out features.
There are Bosch integrated appliances and walnut and granite work surfaces, ensuring this room is a high end, luxury space.
But the character in this room is undeniable, with the restored ceiling beam being mirrored by the walnut wood flooring creating a warm space, and not just because of the range cooker situated in the fireplace opening.
The kitchen leads into the garden and also into a handy and spacious utility room that can easily accommodate a substantial Welsh dresser.
Upstairs the character continues with four double bedrooms, all featuring ceiling beams and roof rafters and some boasting a period fireplace too.
Two of the bedrooms have an ensuite shower room or toilet and there is a modern family bathroom complete with a free-standing bath.
The main outdoor star of this property sale might be the canal at the front of the property, but that doesn't mean the rear garden isn't a delight.
The private walled garden is a pretty space, with a large lawn, raised beds and a variety of shrubbery against a backdrop of rolling, rural hillsides on the horizon.
Wander around the corner to the side of the house and a surprise hot tub is waiting to be discovered; no need to go for a paddle in the canal with this water feature in your back garden.
The property also has a large garage that has a first floor artist studio.
No wonder the house is filled with colourful landscape artwork, the current owners are clearly inspired by their beautiful surroundings.
It's no surprise to find that period properties along this waterway in Powys are rarely for sale, especially as traditional homes are very hard to find along the length of the canal.
This might be your chance to become part of the canal's history and future.
The Gasworks House is for sale for offers over £500,000 with estate agent Fine & Country Brecon, give them a call on 01874 610990 to find out more
