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Listing removedReduced £10k (−2.4%) on 21 JunListed 335 days
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About
Nestled in the tranquil setting of Rhodfa Hughes in Old St. Mellons, Cardiff, this charming detached house offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Spanning an impressive 1,209 square feet, the property features four well-proportioned bedrooms, making it an ideal home for families or those seeking extra space.
The house boasts a welcoming reception room, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet evenings in.
One of the standout features of this property is its location on a peaceful no-through road, ensuring a serene living environment with added privacy, as there are no properties immediately opposite.
Residents can enjoy delightful walks around the communal grounds, enhancing the sense of community and connection to nature.
The local area is well-equipped with amenities, including a village shop, a public house, and a primary school, all within easy reach.
For those who require excellent transport links, this property is ideally situated with fantastic access to the A48 and M4, making commuting a breeze.
It is particularly popular among hospital workers at the nearby University Hospital of Wales, ensuring a convenient lifestyle for those in the medical profession.
Additionally, a local retail park offers a variety of supermarkets and national retailers, catering to all your shopping needs. This delightful home in Old St.
Mellons presents a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking to settle in a peaceful yet well-connected area of Cardiff.
With its spacious layout and proximity to essential amenities, it is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers.
Entrance Hall The property opens into a welcoming entrance hall featuring a composite front door, lvt flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor, with a door leading through to the living room.
Living Room (4.78m x 3.35m) UPVC double-glazed front window, a radiator, lvt flooring and double doors connecting to the kitchen and dining room.
Kitchen/Dining Room (5.54m x 3.12m) UPVC double-glazed French doors to the rear garden as well as an additional rear window.
It provides ample space for a dining table and chairs, and is fitted with a range of wall and base units featuring under-cupboard lighting, mood lighting and a one-and-a-half-bowl sink with Swan-neck mixer tap.
Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, a built-in electric oven and a built-in four-ring induction hob with extractor above.
There is dedicated space with plumbing for an American-style fridge-freezer, a seating area extending from the peninsula and a door leading to the utility room.
Utility Room (2.18m x 1.63m) Door to side offering access to the pedestrian pathway at the side of the property.
It includes lvt flooring, base units, space and plumbing for a washing machine, a cupboard housing the Ideal Logic combi boiler, a radiator and a further door to the downstairs WC.
Wc (1.65m x 0.81m) UPVC obscured rear window, a pedestal wash basin, a close-coupled WC, a radiator and lvt flooring.
First Floor Landing The first-floor landing provides loft access, a storage cupboard, fitted carpet and doors to all rooms.
Bedroom One (4.09m maximum by 3.28m widening to 4.37m max) UPVC double-glazed front window, radiator, fitted carpet, a storage cupboard and access to the en suite.
En-Suite (1.96m x 1.85m max) UPVC obscured side-aspect window, a chrome heated towel rail and a three-piece suite comprising a shower cubicle with fitted power shower and sliding glass doors, pedestal wash basin and close-coupled WC, along with partly tiled walls, an extractor fan and downlighters.
Bedroom Two (3.73m x 2.82m) UPVC double-glazed front window, radiator and fitted carpet. Bedroom Three (2.9m x 2.82m) UPVC double-glazed rear window, radiator and fitted carpet.
Bedroom Four (2.9m x 2.21m) UPVC double-glazed rear window, radiator and fitted carpet.
Family Bathroom (2.06m x 1.91m) UPVC obscured rear window, a chrome heated towel rail and a three-piece suite consisting of a panelled bath with mixer tap, pedestal wash basin with mixer tap and close-coupled WC, along with partly tiled walls.
Outside And Parking Outside, the front of the property features a driveway providing parking for two vehicles and access to the garage, which has an up-and-over door.
There is also a lawned area and a pedestrian path leading to a side gate, which provides access to the rear garden.
The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a patio area, offering an ideal outdoor space for relaxation.
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