A FESTIVE STORY

Her grandmother converted these Victorian stables into a cosy cottage. Now, Sally Raikes has given the property an update, with colours and textiles that create a warm welcome

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Christmastime is always special here,’ says Sally Raikes, proud owner of Hafod y Llyn cottage. ‘On a clear winter’s morning after a hard frost, the views of the gardens and fields that surround our home, and the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains beyond, are breathtaking.’