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About
A spacious and superbly presented double bay fronted mid-terrace house perfectly positioned between Llandaff and Pontcanna.
The property is light and spacious, offering a versatile accommodation split over three floors and an additional space in the lower ground floor garden room.
This elegant residence has kept many period features and is teamed beautifully with contemporary kitchen and bathrooms.
Modernised by the current owners but still with plenty of charm and character throughout, the accommodation briefly comprises: Entrance Hall, Living Room, Kitchen/Diner, Utility Area, Cloakroom and a further Study to the ground floor.
To the first floor are Three Double Bedrooms and a beautifully presented Bathroom and separate Shower Room. Furthermore, to the top floor is a Double Bedroom complete with En-Suite.
The property further benefits from an enclosed rear garden with rear lane access and a Garden Room which is being used as further living space.
Pencisely Road is situated in-between Llandaff, Pontcanna and Victoria Park and is a popular location amongst a variety of buyers thanks to the ample local amenities, parks and eateries all within walking distance.
There is a regular bus service connecting the city centre and the Taff Trail can be easily picked up from Pontcanna Fields and Bute Park. There are reputable English and Welsh schools close by.
Early internal viewings are advised to fully appreciate this wonderful home. Entrance Porch Entered via a pvc front door, coved ceiling, dado rail, part tiled walls, tiled floor.
Hall Entered via wood front door, stairs to the first floor with understairs cupboard, coved ceiling, plate rack, wood paneling, original tiled flooring.
Living Room Double glazed windows to the front with stained glass windows to the top and fitted shutters, radiator, wooden surround with slate hearth, small multifuel burner, enclosed wall panelling.
Study Double glazed window to the rear, radiator, coved ceiling, dado rail, built in cupboard, wooden fire surround.
Utility Double glazed window to the side and double glazed patio door to the side, wall and base units with hard wood and marble worktop, a ceramic sink space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, heated towel rail, tiled floor Cloakroom Double obscure glazed window to the side, w.c and wash hand basin, heated towel rail, part tiled walls, recess lights, tiled floor.
Kitchen Double glazed sliding patio doors to the rear, wall and base units with marble worktop, a seven ring hob with two ovens and one grill and warming area, stainless steel sink with draining grooves, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge, coved ceiling, plate rack, dado rail, radiator, wood effect vinyl floor.
First Floor Landing Stairs rise up from the hall with wooden handrail, dado rail, stairs to the second floor.
Bedroom One Double glazed window to the front with stained glass to the top, radiator, coved ceiling, dado rail, wood fire surround.
Bedroom Two Double glazed window to the rear, radiator, coved ceiling, built in wardrobe. Shower Room Double obscure glazed windows to the side, corner shower, w.c and wash hand basin, tiled floor.
Bathroom Double obscure glazed window to the side, a free standing bathtub, corner shower, w.c and wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled floor.
Bedroom Three Double glazed window to the side and rear, storage cupboard, cast iron fire place, radiator.
Second Floor Landing Stairs rise up from the first floor landing, eaves storage area, dado rail. Loft Bedroom Double glazed window to the front, built in wardrobes, radiators.
En Suite Double glazed window to the rear, walk in shower, double sink, w.c heated towel rail, recess lights, half tiled walls, tiled floor.
Garden Room With two double glazed windows to the side, recess lights, radiator, stainless steel sink, tiled floor, pvc door. Side Cold water tap and electric power points.
Rear Garden A tiered garden, paved area with wooden surround, steps down to a decked area, further steps down to a lockable gate for the rear lane.
Front A forecourt front with low rise wall, pedestrian gate, tiled path to front door. Tenure And Additional Information We have been advised by the seller that the property is freehold.
Council Tax - G Epc - D Disclaimer Disclaimer: Property details are provided by the seller and not independently verified. Buyers should seek their own legal and survey advice.
Descriptions, measurements and images are for guidance only. Marketing prices are appraisals, not formal valuations. Hern & Crabtree accepts no liability for inaccuracies or related decisions.
Please note: Buyers are required to pay a non-refundable aml administration fee of £24 inc vat, per buyer after their offer is accepted to proceed with the sale. Details can be found on our website.
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