BBC Gavin and Stacey house in Barry is put up for sale
Now, a lucky fan could "own a piece of British television history" by buying a house used on the show.
Fans will recognise the property as the home of Doris O'Neill, who lived next door to Stacey and her mum, Gwen.
The two-bed terraced property, listed by Chris Davies estate agents, is on Trinity Street, Barry, for £220,000.
The listing says it is in the "highly sought after West End of Barry" and the listing is a "rare opportunity to own a piece of British television history".
The home in Trinity Street, Barry, was featured on BBC's Gavin and Stacey (Image: Chris Davies/Zoopla)
It continues: "Famously known as Doris' house from the beloved BBC series Gavin and Stacey, this delightful home is brimming with warmth, personality and seaside charm.
"The property boasts a modern fitted kitchen and an open plan lounge/diner, ideal for hosting gatherings and creating lasting memories with friends and family.
Inside the home in Barry, Wales (Image: Chris Davies/Zoopla) "The two double bedrooms offer comfortable living spaces, while the modern first-floor four-piece bathroom provides a touch of luxury.
"Step outside and discover the generous, fully enclosed, low-maintenance rear garden, providing a private sanctuary for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment.
The entrance into the kitchen room area (Image: Chris Davies/Zoopla) "Whether you enjoy al fresco dining, gardening, or simply basking in the sun, this outdoor space offers endless possibilities for creating your own outdoor oasis in the heart of Barry."
In the show, Doris was played by the late Margaret John and lived next door to Stacey and Gwen.
The garden outside the back of the property (Image: Chris Davies/Zoopla) She appeared in nine episodes before John died at 84 in 2011.
It was revealed in the 2019 Christmas Special that Doris had passed away on Christmas Eve and left her house to Gavin and Stacey in her will.
Fans of the show were quick to recognise the home when the estate agents shared a video of the listing on social media.
One joked: "I'm so pleased to see Stacey got her new kitchen in the end".
Another added: "So you're telling me all three of Gavin and Stacey's kids shared a room?"
"If I didn't have a year left on my house contract, I'd buy this in a heartbeat," a third said.
One fan even suggested turning it into an Airbnb for fans to come and stay in.
The BBC sitcom, created by Ruth Jones and James Cordon, first aired in 2007 and tells the story of two families from Billericay in Essex and Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
The show was primarily filmed in South Wales, in and around Barry and Dinas Powys.
Gwen and Stacey's neighbour Doris and uncle Bryn all lived in what is Trinity Street, in Barry.
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Pam and Mick's house, despite being set in Essex on the show, is in Dinas Powys.
Other iconic locations in Barry that were featured on the show include Marco's Cafe and The Colcot Arms in Barry and the Island Leisure Amusement Arcade on Barry Island.
All photos used by permission of Zoopla.
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