LIVINGTHE CITY DREAM
THERE’S a pocket of posh in a leafy suburb of the capital that can offer a new owner all the space and added extras for the best of work, rest and play. Located on a popular street in Llandaff that oozes substantial, detached period properties, each with their own individual modifications and additions, this particular home doesn’t just compete, it excels.
But one thing the homes on this road all have in common is the draw of this popular Cardiff suburb. Llandaff combines parkland and access to the Taff Trail with a village feel to the community, centred mainly around the hub of shops, cafes and pubs in the vicinity of the landmark Llandaff Cathedral.
The estate agent selling this millionaire moment within this super suburb states that the house is situated near two of the best schools in Wales – Cathedral School, Llandaff and Howell’s School, as well as having good train and bus access into Cardiff city centre.
But it’s hard to see why anyone would want to leave this lovely abode too often – it has so much to offer on-site.
The double electric wrought iron gates and the “in and out” driveway are the first details to impress, and reassures anyone visiting or having a property tour that there’s no reversing onto a busy road needed here.
Sadly the James Bond car on the driveway does not come with the sale of the house, but there’s plenty of space to park your own motoring pride and joys here.
And if the motor is an electric model, then it will be overjoyed to be moving to this new home, as the property has an electric car charging point.
The front of the house is smart, with a whitewashed facade punctured by classic period brickwork that ensures this luxury abode’s distinctive design and welcoming charm.
Once through that inviting arched front doorway and entrance porch, it’s probably best to take your shoes off – surely no mucky paws are welcome here in a house that is presented in an immaculate condition.
The square hallway sets the light, bright and spacious theme that continues throughout the home.
Next to the large lounge is a separate reception room that currently offers a quieter space to set up home working and studying.
There’s another sitting room next to the study that also has a feature fireplace, although arguably the most noticeable thing in this space is the charming bay window that looks out over the private rear garden.
The hall escorts you to the final destination on the ground floor, and it’s worth the wait.
A super slick, contemporary designer kitchen boasting oodles of top brand name appliances seamlessly blends into the walls to create a sleek space that wouldn’t look out of place in a glossy interiors magazine.
From the kitchen, there’s direct access to the garden via a set of french doors one way, and a relaxing seating area found in the other direction which leads into a more formal dining room. Wander out of the kitchen’s french doors and the huge, composite garden deck is the obvious area for gathering outside, with enough space for an added hot tub if that is a burning desire of the new owner.
There’s a substantial garden cabin studio currently being used as a gym that even includes air-conditioning and its own set of bi-fold doors, so there’s no excuse for stopping the work out early because you’re too hot.
On the two upper floors of the house can be found six bedrooms, and the one in the converted loft-space is surely the most unusual – it has an ensuite shower room and is currently configured as that hidden cinema room.
On the first floor, as you might expect from a dream home in this price bracket, the master suite is substantial, grabbing a whole wing of the house.
■ The property is on the market for £1,495,000 with MGY Estate Agents. Visit mgy.co.uk for more details.