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NO CHAIN: Elegant & Distinctive Executive 4-Bed Detached - Offers over £460,000

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Property No: 70429

Price: £455,000

Property Address:

Cardiff
CF3 6HX
Wales

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Features
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Building: Detached
Cooking: Gas and Electric Available: Immediate Sq Metres: 176 (1898sq ft)
Parking: Dbl Garage & Drive
 
Amenities
  • Rear Garden
  • Front Garden
  • Suitable for Pets
  • Near School
  • Near Shops
  • Balcony/Patio
  • Loft/Attic
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Fireplace
  • Double Glazing
  • Alarm

  • Description
    LOCATION

    Situated in Wales’ Capital City within easy reach of a wide range of outstanding facilities including
    Cardiff Bay and Millennium Centre; City centre shops and Millennium Stadium; several University
    campuses; this 4-Bed Detached home occupies a prime South-facing position in a wide cul-de-sac in
    the historic village of Old St Mellons.

    Enjoying lovely Pastoral Views set against a backdrop of Draethen Forest and Craig Ruperra - the house
    is roughly 1/4 mile from one of Cardiff’s three main rivers with its Public Footpaths and good walking
    country.

    Ruperra Close is on an exceedingly good Communication Network with both M4 Junction 30 (Cardiff
    Gate) and A48(M) being approximately 1.5 miles distant; Cardiff & Newport main Rail stations within a
    7-mile radius; Cardiff Heliport just 5 miles; and Cardiff International Airport roughly 15 miles south
    west. Just minutes away is a large Retail development and there are ample recreational opportunities
    nearby including several 18-hole courses and Leisure Centres.

    THE PROPERTY
    “Taironnen” (Three Ash Trees) was built to a very high specification by Bellwinch Homes and, occupied
    from new by its present owners during December 1994. Combining hand-finished facing brick; timber
    window frames - double-glazed with leaded glass - the property combines the convenience and
    energy efficiency of a modern home with the elegance of timeless classical design. A sturdy mahogany
    front door is set beneath a substantial canopy porch, approached over a 4/5-car private drive. A
    detached double garage stands to one side and the whole frontage is contained within well-tended
    lawns, mature trees, rockeries and borders.

    GROUND FLOOR
    The welcoming entrance hall has a polished hardwood floor and features a turning staircase rising to
    an attractive galleried landing. Doors off open to: An excellent sized South-facing Lounge (18’x12’)
    featuring an Adam-style fireplace with a “Living Flame” gas fire; a fully-functioning Study (9’x8’);
    Cloakroom (8’x3’); large Cupboard (6’x3’); and a comprehensively fitted Kitchen/Breakfast room
    (14’x10’) of classic Neville Johnson wall and floor units incorporating a one and a half inset sink unit
    and, Neff integrated appliances including fan-assisted oven, microwave, dishwasher, gas hob and,
    refrigerator.

    Adjoining is the Dining Room (12’x10’) and, via double-glazed sliding doors, an atrium-roofed
    Conservatory allowing both light and rural views into the room.

    Outside, steps lead down into the professionally landscaped garden , well planted for year-round
    interest, having an abundance of colourful perennials, mature flowering and fruiting shrubs and trees;
    a well-tended area of lawn; a small kitchen garden for vegetables & herbs; a greenhouse and sun
    terrace. To one side of the house a sizeable Screened patio (30’x11’) ideal for outdoor dining.
    From here, a sturdy gate opens to the enclosed front garden and garage side door whereas a personnel
    door leads back into the house via the Utility/Laundry room (10’x5’) fully equipped with stainless steel
    sink unit, washing machine, American fridge/freezer and ample storage cupboards. In addition, there
    is a large capacity wall-mounted central heating boiler.

    FIRST FLOOR
    Four double Bedrooms, a large Family Bathroom, walk-in cupboard, airing cupboard and, (large) loft
    space are accessed from the attractive and spacious galleried landing (126sq.ft,).
    The South-facing Master Bedroom (13’x13’) with feature ceiling has custom-
    built bedside units to suit a king-sized bed, matching dressing table, three single wardrobes and door
    leading into the En-suite Shower Room(10’x6’) comprising a white “Heritage” suite, built-in storage
    units and, walk-in cubicle with “Mira Excel” thermostatic shower.

    Overlooking the rear garden and beyond to open fields and rolling hills is North-facing Bedroom Two
    (12’x9’) complete with full-length fitted wardrobes. Offering similar views is Bedroom Three (12’x10’)
    complete with large fitted wardrobe. Bedroom Four (9’x9’) overlooks an enclosed section of the front
    garden.

    A feature of the Family Bathroom (10’x7’) is its generous-sized white “Heritage” suite comprising a
    large wash hand basin, close-coupled wc and luxurious Corner Bath with bath/shower mixer taps.

    TECHNICAL DETAILS
    Triple-skin and 'InstaFibre' cavity wall insulation for maximum environmental benefit and low energy
    costs. Wall-mounted Stelrad/Ideal boiler supplying 80,000 Btu/h to thermostatically-controlled
    radiators in all rooms. All main services connected to property; 50 x13-amp sockets distributed
    throughout all Living areas, 2 x 13-amp sockets in Garage and 2 x 13-amp waterproof sockets in
    outside patio area; Telephone points in Lounge, Study, Kitchen and Master Bedroom; TV points in
    Lounge (digital), Kitchen and Master Bedroom; Intruder Alarm; Mains Smoke Alarms.

    Local Authority
    City and County of Cardiff tel. 02920 872000, Council Tax Band “G”. Old St Mellons has a strong and
    active Village Association; with Village Hall hosting a variety of events; Active Neighbourhood Watch;
    Wide choice of State Primary & Secondary schools in area; Independent St John’s College – one of the
    highest performing schools in England & Wales – a mere 1/4 mile from Ruperra Close; Heart of the
    village with Post Office, Pharmacy, Convenience store, Vehicle repair shop, Filling station, Parish Church
    & Chapel, Playing Fields & Tennis Courts and a wide choice of pub/restaurants all within 1/2 mile.

    Offers in excess of £455,000. Freehold.



    Contact Information
    Contact: Alun huish
    Telephone (Day): 0870 486 6255
    Telephone (Evening): 0870 486 6255
    E-mail: Send an Enquiry



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