Peterston-super-Ely, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, CF5

Llwyn Glas is an exceptional family home, set in grounds of just under 4 acres.

Description

Llwyn Glas is a truly exceptional residence, originally designed and built in the mid-1880s by the architect David Vaughan as his own family home. Nestled within approximately 3.65 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the property is located in the highly sought-after village of Peterston-super-Ely, just a short stroll from the well-regarded primary school, village pub, and shop. This vibrant community enjoys a peaceful rural setting while offering swift access to the M4 motorway, Cardiff, and Cowbridge.
The house itself is rich in character, retaining a remarkable array of period features including exposed wooden floorboards, original flagstone flooring, and intricately carved marble fireplaces. Over the years, the property has been thoughtfully extended to create a spacious and versatile family home, with additional reception rooms added to both the eastern and western wings.
Upon entering through the porch, a central hallway provides access to the principal rooms. The family sitting room, located in the south-west corner, features tall original windows and a striking marble fireplace with a wood-burning stove set on a slate hearth. The dining room, also facing the front elevation, leads into a beautifully crafted David Salisbury conservatory. Designed to harmonise with the original architecture, the conservatory enjoys a sunny south-easterly aspect and overlooks the cottage garden, which is screened from Trehedyn Lane by a tall stone wall. From here, doors open onto a flagstone terrace that adjoins the garden.
A cosy snug or study, complete with original fireplace and fitted cabinetry, overlooks the eastern garden. An inner hallway leads to a cloakroom, laundry room, and the kitchen/breakfast area, with the original servants’ staircase rising to the first floor. The bespoke Greenheart kitchen forms the heart of the home, featuring an Esse electric range cooker, central island with breakfast bar, and a large built-in larder. Integrated appliances include an American-style fridge freezer, wine fridge, microwave, and an Insinkerator tap for instant boiling water. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a David Salisbury orangery, a light-filled breakfast space glazed on three sides and positioned to enjoy views across the terrace and pergola-covered seating area, with a stunning outlook towards the lake.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical boot room and rear entrance, housing the gas boiler, a Belfast sink, and ample storage. A separate laundry room offers space for a washer and dryer, along with extensive built-in storage, a dresser, and a double porcelain sink.
Upstairs, the two largest bedrooms overlook the front of the property, offering views across Trehedyn Lane to open fields and farmland. The principal bedroom is a luxurious retreat, complete with a recently updated en-suite bathroom featuring a freestanding copper bath, walk-in shower, and matching copper fixtures. The second bedroom enjoys similar views and includes a range of fitted wardrobes and matching furniture. Between these rooms lies a spacious dressing room with extensive wardrobe and drawer space. A connecting door from the landing leads to the former servants’ quarters, which comprise two further double bedrooms—one with its own sitting or study area—a shower room, and a large family bathroom with roll-top bath, offering excellent potential for multi-generational living.
The original Coach House has been converted into a fully self-contained one-bedroom property, complete with kitchen, living room, shower room, and its own gas central heating system. This space is ideal for guests, staff accommodation, or as a source of rental income.
The grounds of Llwyn Glas are as impressive as the house itself. Set behind high stone walls, the property is accessed via a gravel pull-in and double-width gated entrance leading to forecourt parking. A second gated entrance on the eastern side provides access to a separate driveway, garaging, and the vegetable garden, with additional parking available.
Along the western boundary, a former stable block and barn have been extended to create a leisure complex, including a gym, cinema room, changing facilities, and a heated indoor swimming pool with natural filtration. Bi-fold doors open from the pool area onto a flagstone terrace, with gardens stretching beyond.
The gardens are a haven for horticultural enthusiasts, offering a series of distinct “garden rooms” across the expansive plot. A sheltered cottage garden fronts the house, while lawns sweep around to the eastern side, where a spring-fed rill flows past a folly beneath mature trees. Steps lead down to further lawns and a naturally formed lake with a central island and duck houses. On the eastern side of the lake stands a summer house, originally designed as an office with heating, power, and internet connectivity, alongside a boat house. At the far northern end of the lake, a second summer house and decked area provide a tranquil spot to enjoy views back towards the house.
Beyond the lake lies a wildflower meadow with mown paths winding through native grasses and flowers, leading to a wooded area at the rear boundary filled with mature trees. The property backs onto open farmland, with access to scenic walks along the River Ely and across Lanlay Meadows, a nearby National Trust site.
To the eastern edge of the grounds, a practical ancillary area includes a four-bay timber-framed garage with power and lighting, and a well-maintained vegetable garden with raised beds and a National Trust greenhouse.
Llwyn Glas is a rare opportunity to acquire a home of architectural significance, offering privacy, character, and a truly exceptional lifestyle in one of the Vale of Glamorgan’s most desirable villages.

Location

Llwyn Glas is very well located, secluded within its own mature grounds, just on the leafy periphery of the hugely sought after, peaceful village of Peterston Super Ely. As a suburb of Cardiff, Peterston enjoys proximity to all the City's amenities yet has the ambience of a Vale village. The market town of Cowbridge is 7 miles away providing comprehensive amenities whilst Cardiff City Centre is 8 miles.

Square Footage: 4,007 sq ft


Acreage: 3.65 Acres