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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CF23 6DF
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About
This immaculate five-bedroom detached house is offered for sale in the sought-after Lakeside area of Cardiff, close to Roath Park Lake and a wide range of local amenities.
The ground floor provides three well-planned reception areas. A separate reception to the front features large windows, creating a bright space suitable for formal living or a family room.
To the rear, an open-plan reception offers direct access to the garden, ideal for everyday family use and informal dining.
A further reception room enjoys a garden view with additional access to the outside space, providing a flexible area that could suit a variety of uses. The first floor offers five double bedrooms.
The principal bedrooms includes an en-suites and built-in wardrobes, while the remaining double bedrooms provide generous accommodation for family or guests.
There are three bathrooms, one presented in a modern style and the other featuring as two ensuites.
Externally, the property benefits from a fully landscaped garden with a dedicated BBQ area, driveway parking and a single garage.
Lakeside is well-regarded for its nearby schools and family-friendly environment. Roath Park Lake is close by, offering walking routes, playgrounds and green open space.
Local shops, cafés and everyday amenities are available in the surrounding neighbourhoods, with further choice in nearby Penylan and Roath.
Public transport links are accessible via nearby bus routes into Cardiff city centre.
Heath High Level and Heath Low Level railway stations, a short drive away, provide connections towards Cardiff Central and beyond, with journey times into the city centre typically around 10–15 minutes.
Value & comps
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