HOT HOUSE II

STEP into this detached four-bedroom home for sale in Cardiff and you are stepping into a property that has been fully refurbished into a high specification, luxury family pad. The contemporary house, situated in the desirable suburb of Radyr, commands attention sitting on an elevated plot with long-ranging, immersive city views from the substantial tiled sun terrace in the rear garden.

But a potential buyer will start their property tour at the electric gates at the front of the property and will need to have made an appointment to view, as the video telecom system ensures only known visitors are welcome.

The hallway is an impressive start to the internal house tour. The staircase, a combination of period balustrades with modern glass panels, winds up to the first floor but not before a potential buyer has a chance to warm themselves in front of the unusual hallway fireplace.

Passing through the wooden double doors into the next reception room reveals a substantial kitchen-diner family room, stretching the width of the property.

Running along the rear of the house, this “heart of the home” room has patio doors out on to the sun terrace and culminates in a feature bay window at one end. No wonder it’s the current owners’ favourite room, enjoying the space to congregate as a family for cooking, eating and relaxing.

The high gloss two-tone kitchen is complemented with Corian work surfaces, Italian tiles with underfloor heating and a feature central island complete with breakfast bar.

As a potential buyer would expect from a newly refurbished home, the kitchen is well-equipped for even the most passionate and demanding cook. Integrated Neff appliances include a bank of double and single ovens, plate warmer, induction hob with extractor hood, two fridge/freezers, a microwave and a dishwasher.

And if a new owner likes to sing for their supper, then the built-in Sonos music system will be a welcome addition.

The high specification refurbishment continues into the separate lounge and formal dining room, both featuring heated Italian tiled floors.

The lounge has a feature bay window, flooding the room with light. The modern feature fireplace contains a log burner, ensuring this room is a cosy space to relax in the winter. The music system is in this room too, so plenty of opportunity for a new owner to practice their vocal skills or dance moves.

Also, on this ground level is a useful utility room and downstairs toilet.

Climbing the stairs, there’s the interesting addition of a colourful feature stained glass window.

Upstairs, a potential buyer will find what they most likely will be hoping for: a master suite. This wing of the home features a double master bedroom with bay window and a wall of fitted wardrobes, as well as a walk-in wardrobe/dressing room.

The master bedroom en-suite is a slice of contemporary luxury, with a walk-in shower and rain water shower head and features quality tiling, fixtures and fittings.

Further down the landing there are three more double bedrooms, one of them also en-suite, and a fully tiled luxury family bathroom.

According to MGY, the estate agents selling the property, there is ample loft space for further conversion, subject to necessary consent.

Outside, there are a few happy surprises awaiting a potential buyer.

There’s the substantial sun terrace with arguably one of the best views in Radyr, a lower area of garden, a southfacing garden to the side of the property, and the garage. Except it isn’t necessarily a garage.

This outbuilding has been converted into a gym and storage area and could easily become a home office or workshop.

Having been through the journey of extending and fully refurbishing the property resulting in four double bedrooms and three substantial reception rooms, it’s the sense of space the current owners will miss the most when they move out.

The home has been designed to be a house for socialising and entertaining, but with rooms and areas where members of the family can retire to find some peace and quiet. Something for everyone.

This highly contemporary home on Windsor Road is on the market for £875,000 with estate agents MGY Michael Graham Young. Call 02920 842 124 for further information.