Putting down roots

Pen-Y-Bryn in Ammanford is a stunning selection of three, four and five bedroom homes offering residents all the modern amenities expected of a lively community set within the breathtaking landscapes of the Garden of Wales. Among the buyers on the site are Rhys Williams and his wife, Meleri. Rhys, 29, is a school teacher at Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tyle'r Ynn in Britton Ferry, Neath, and Meleri, 27, is a pharmacist. The couple are expecting their first child in July.

Rhys said “We wanted to buy a property in Ammanford as it’s only five miles away from Meleri’s parents in Brynaman. When we came to see Pen-Y-Bryn, Meleri and I were very impressed with the style, size and quality of the Charles Church homes. We eventually chose The Bicester because of its large size. With five bedrooms we know that it’s a place we can expand into – I don’t want to move again for a very long time! We think this is the perfect place to raise a family.”

The home the expecting couple has chosen is The Bicester, a five bedroom, three-storey family house. On the ground floor, The Bicester features a spacious dual aspect living room with French doors leading onto the garden, dining room, cloakroom and fully-fitted kitchen with French doors opening onto the garden. The kitchen also features a separate utility room which has a door also leading to the garden. The first floor consists of master suite with built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room, two further bedrooms and family bathroom. The Bicester is topped off on the second floor with two dual-aspect bedrooms both benefiting from a Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room.

As the fourth-largest town in Carmarthenshire, Ammanford offers residents all the diversions and modern amenities expected of lively and thriving community lying within easy reach of some of the most breathtaking landscapes within South Wales.

Ammanford has numerous recreational opportunities, including shopping within the town centre and at the weekly open-air market. Also on offer is a varied arts programme at the Miners’ Theatre, library, swimming pool, cricket, tennis and a children’s play area in Ammanford Park. Plus, to further complement the range of amenities, Ammanford features a good selection of educational establishments.

Less than 17 miles from Swansea and lying close to junction 49 of the M4, road and rail connections from Ammanford offer easy travel options. Swansea Airport is also close while Cardiff International Airport offers a wider range of flights to numerous destinations.

Prices range from £165,000 to £279,995. For further information, visit Charleschurch.com.