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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CF23 6PU
Sold STCListed 122 days
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About
Beautifully presented and versatile detached family residence, positioned in a favoured tree lined road, backing onto unspoilt open parkland and Nantfawr Woods, a short walk to Rhydypenau Crossroads shopping centre, Heath Halt Railway Stations and being in Cardiff High School and Rhydypenau Primary School catchment.
Large welcoming hall, Karndean flooring, bay fronted lounge, dining room, French doors, superb 31ft quality fitted kitchen/ family room, integrated appliances, bi-folding doors, laundry room, cloakroom, versatile ground floor bedroom 4/sitting room, principal bedroom with dressing room/nursery room, stylish family bathroom.
uPVC double glazing, gas central heating (under floor heating to kitchen/family room). Sunny rear garden with patio relaxation area enjoying an open aspect.
Large front keyblock forecourt with parking for numerous vehicles. EPC Rating: Expected Viewing strictly by prior appointment.
All statements contained in the particulars are not to be relied on as representations of fact. All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Vendor.
Entrance Porch Decorative arched brick surroundings leading onto an entrance vestibule area, two tone tiled flooring.
Entrance Hall 13'4" (4.06m) x 12'11" (3.94m) average Approached by a panelled front door with leaded light insert to upper part, matching side panels, fanlights above, leading onto a wide and welcoming central hallway, staircase to first floor level, two tubular radiator radiators, deep storage cupboard under stairs recess, Karndeen woodblock style flooring.
Lounge 15'7" (4.75m) x 14'1" (4.29m) into semi-circular bay Overlooking the entrance approach enjoying a pleasant vista to the tree lined road, feature cast iron fire surround with tiled reveals, mantel, slate hearth, double radiator.
Dining Room 11'6" (3.51m) x 11'0" (3.35m) With double glazed french doors leading onto the rear patio decking, Karndeen woodblock style flooring, tubular radiator.
Kitchen/Family Room 31'3" (9.52m) x 12'1" (3.68m) Well appointed along two sides in light cream fronts beneath hardwood worktop surfaces, inset 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, Indesit integrated dishwasher with matching front, inset four ring Neff hob with circulating fan above, integrated oven and separate Neff grill, quality slate finish tiled flooring with under floor heating, window to side, ceiling spotlighting, skirting board lighting, ample space for large dining table with bi-folding doors at far end opening onto the delightful and sunny timber decking area enjoying open views to the surrounding parkland.
Laundry Room 7'2" (2.18m) x 7'1" (2.16m) Range of base and eye level cupboards, inset sink and drainer with mixer tap, plumbed for automatic washing machine, double glazed window to rear, chrome heated towel rail.
Cloakroom Low level WC. Bedroom 4 13'11" (4.24m) x 10'11" (3.33m) Aspect to front, ideal as a fourth ground floor bedroom or home office, dependant on needs, panelled radiator.
First Floor Landing Approached by an easy rising quarter turning staircase with newel post and banister, leading onto a particularly wide landing area ideal as a home office with large Velux window, built-in cupboard housing hot water cylinder Bedroom 1 13'10" (4.22m) x 11'7" (3.53m) Overlooking the rear garden and enjoying views to the fields, panelled radiator, built-in double wardrobes with cloaks rail and shelving.
Door to: En Suite Dressing Room/Nursery Room 7'11" (2.41m) x 5'0" (1.52m) Ideal as a dressing room or children’s nursery, double panelled radiator, plumbing in position for en suite.
Bedroom 2 11'3" (3.43m) x 10'5" (3.18m) Dormer window to side, panelled radiator, built-in wardrobe with cloaks rail and shelving.
Bedroom 3 11'2" (3.4m) x 10'10" (3.3m) Dormer window to side, panelled radiator, built-in wardrobe with rails and shelving.
Bathroom Modern suite comprising low level WC, vanity wash basin with cabinets below, P-shaped panelled bath with shower and glazed shower screen panel, ceramic wall tiling to wet areas, chrome heated towel rail.
Front Garden Brick walling with shaped hedgerow fronting pavement line, wide keyblock driveway and forecourt with parking for numerous vehicles and continuing to side, contrasting brick borders.
Outside water tap, outside lighting. Rear Garden Wide timber decked patio area enjoying sunlight and an open aspect, backing onto unspoilt playing fields and woodlands.
Area of shaped lawn with shrub and flower borders. Large timber shed with access doors to front and rear. Outside power.
Directions Travelling away from Cyncoed village on Cyncoed Road, at the mini roundabout bear left into Rhydypenau Road.
Continue towards the far end and just prior to reaching Rhydypenau Primary School, the property will be found a short distance on the left hand side, prior to the left hand turning of Dan-yr-Heol.
Viewers Material Information: 1) Prospective viewers should view the Cardiff Adopted Local Development Plan 2006-2026 (LDP) and employ their own Professionals to make enquiries with Cardiff County Council Planning Department ( before making any transactional decision.
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3) Please note that if the property is currently within Cardiff High School catchment area, there is no guarantee that your child or children will be enrolled at Cardiff High School, if requests for places become over-subscribed.
Any interested parties should make their own enquiries with Cardiff County Council Education Department before making a transactional decision.
Tenure Freehold (Vendors Solicitor to confirm) Ref TF/CYS250196 Council Tax Band G (2025) Viewing strictly by prior appointment.
All statements contained in the particulars are not to be relied on as representations of fact. All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Vendor.
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