The Duke of Cornwall purchased his Llwynywermod Estate in 2006, after many years of searching for the right place. The 192-acre estate is not far from Llanymddyfri, an old market town in the valley, and is situated in the area of Brecon Beacons National Park. The property consists of three cottages and a grade II-listed threshing barn, as well as the main house for the use of the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall.

       Charles told the Poet Laureate Simon Armitage in a BBC Radio 4 interview the property gave him the perfect base in Wales.

       “I now, at last, have somewhere in Wales to base myself, from time to time," he said.

       "Rather 40 years too late, probably. It’s been a wonderful opportunity, at last, to have somewhere in Wales.

       "I come whenever I can. It’s an important part of holding this particular title.

       "It took me years to establish somewhere – it wasn’t through want of trying.

       "But it was difficult to find the right place.”

       The property was converted by architect Craig Hamilton, who made sure he implemented the Prince of Wales' philosophy of building sustainably.

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       Some materials were reused, while others were sourced locally, and the craftsmen and builders working on the project also came from the area.

       The interiors of the property were designed by Annabel Elliot, who created pretty, welcoming spaces using predominantly Welsh furniture, textiles and objects.

       She scoured the country for antique Welsh pieces including quilts and glazed-earthenware.

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       The Prince of Wales confided that one of the joys of spending time at his Welsh retreat was the opportunity to get to know locals.

       "For me, the joy has been in getting to know the local people—some wonderful characters in this part of the world," he explained.

       "Who are very special, I think."