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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · CF23 5RE
Sold STCReduced £25k (−2.6%) on 25 OctListed 159 days
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FULLY REFURBISHED AND EXTENDED FAMILY HOME | OVER FOUR STOREYS | HIGH SPECIFICATION This exceptional four bedroom semi-detached house has been thoughtfully renovated and extended to create a truly impressive four-storey family home, seamlessly blending contemporary style with flexible living spaces.
Stunning outside spaces across 3 of the floors, with the upper 2 levels enjoying fantastic views towards the City Centre.
The property, formerly two separate flats, now offers a superb layout designed for modern family life, with each room finished to a high standard throughout.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to a cosy lounge, ideal for relaxed evenings, a versatile sitting room/gym for fitness enthusiasts, and expansive family room which opens into a stunning kitchen/dining room with neatly presented laundry room.
The kitchen/dining room is perfect for entertaining and enjoys delightful views towards Cardiff city centre.
On the first floor is the principal bedroom which benefits from a luxurious en-suite shower room, providing a private sanctuary for homeowners and an incredible walk-in dressing room, offering ample storage and a touch of luxury.
Two further well-proportioned bedrooms with stairs to bedroom four which provides flexibility for family, guests, or home office use, and benefits from its own luxury en-suite.
On the lower ground level, a stylish bar and games room offers the perfect space for social gatherings, complete with a convenient WC.
The property has been fully refurbished throughout, with high-quality fixtures and fittings, contemporary décor, and thoughtful design details evident in every room.
This home offers an outstanding opportunity to acquire a unique and spacious residence, perfectly suited to modern family living and entertaining, in a sought-after location within easy reach of city centre amenities.
EPC Rating: C Entrance Hallway 2.35m x 5.29m An impressive entrance hallway, entered via wooden door, with decorative tiled flooring and underfloor heating.
Double glazed window to side. Seating, storage and shelving to understairs recess. Stairs to first floor. Wired for wall lights. Door to lounge. Double doors to family room.
Lounge 3.74m x 4.76m A cosy and versatile reception room. Double glazed sash bay window to front. Radiator. Spotlights to ceiling.
Family Room (opening to kitchen/ dining room) 3.74m x 5.36m An impressive space, opening to the kitchen/ diner and with door to gym. Engineered oak flooring.
Stairs to lower level games room/ bar with w.c off. Underfloor heating. Wood burning stove with wooden mantle over. Shelving to alcoves and lower level storage cupboards. Spotlights.
Kitchen/ Dining Room 3.44m x 5.89m An exceptional kitchen/ diner providing an impressive entertaining space.
A range of modern base and wall units, pantry cupboard, central island, Quartz work surfaces and splash backs, inset sink with Quooker tap. Space for Range cooker with extractor over.
Integrated fridge/ freezer and dishwasher. Bi-folding doors to terrace with composite decking and glass balustrade, enjoying lovely views. Engineered oak flooring with underfloor heating.
Door to utility. Utility Room Engineered oak flooring with underfloor heating. Base unit with Quartz work surfaces and inset belfast sink.
Plumbing and space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Gym 3.74m x 3.54m Two double glazed sash windows to front. Cushioned flooring. Mirror fronted storage cupboard housing boiler.
Mirror to one wall. Lower Ground floor Games room / Bar 5.35m x 6.92m A fabulous social space with bi-folding doors to enclosed rear garden laid with astroturf.
Fitted wine store in understairs recess. 5 wall lights and 4 pendant lights in bar area. Fitted bar with work surfaces. Engineered wood flooring. Panelling. Door to w.c.
W.c Part wood panelled walls. Tiled flooring. W.c, large free standing sink unit with mixer tap and storage below. First floor Landing Double glazed windows.
Doors to bedrooms and bathroom. Stairs to second floor. Master bedroom 3.48m x 4.15m Double glazed doors to terrace enjoying lovely views towards the City Centre. Fitted wardrobes.
Coved ceiling. Door to walk in dressing room and ensuite.
Dressing Room 3.61m x 5.24m A wonderful walk in dressing room with a substantial range of built in hanging, shelving and drawers. Double glazed sash window to front. Radiator.
Ensuite Double glazed sash window to front. Tiled walls and floor. W.c, vanity unit with circular wash hand basin, shower cubicle. Heated towel rail.
Family Bathroom 2.56m x 2.74m A wonderful well appointed family bathroom with double glazed window to side. Fully tiled walls and floor.
Free standing bath with free standing mixer tap and shower attachment, shower cubicle, wall hung w.c, wall hung vanity unit with circular wash hand basin over and mirror above.
Bedroom Two 3.55m x 4.8m A generous size bedroom with double glazed sash window to front bay, window seat. Coved ceiling.
Bedroom Three 3.48m x 3.67m Double glazed doors to rear with Juliet rail. Coved ceiling. Radiator.
Bedroom Four 4.02m x 6.24m Vaulted ceiling with velux skylights to front and rear. Eaves storage cupboards. Built in shelving. Built in wardrobes. Door to ensuite.
Ensuite 1.65m x 3.5m Velux window. Part tiled walls in marble effect. Tile panelled bath, shower cubicle. w.c, wall hung vanity unit with inset wash hand basin.
Chrome heated towel rail. Garden Enclosed rear garden to lower ground level, laid with astroturf. Steps to ground floor level. Balcony Terraces to ground and first floor levels.
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