6 Highwalls Road, Dinas Powys, The Vale Of Glamorgan. CF64 4AG

Historical Note

6 Highwalls Road forms part of a delightful early nineteenth century terrace at the heart of Dinas Powys village.

Built in traditional local stone beneath slate roofs the cottages contribute significantly to the established character of this sought after Conservation Area.

The terrace is recognised locally for its historic charm and forms one of the earlier surviving groups of homes in the village centre, well positioned for easy access to the amenities around the village square known as the 'Twyn'.

Key Features

o Attractive early nineteenth century stone built cottage
o Sought after Conservation Area
o Central village position within a short stroll of the square
o Exposed stone feature wall, fireplace and ceiling beams
o Spacious kitchen / dining room
o Two double bedrooms both with built in storage
o Principal bedroom with wash hand basin
o Ground floor bathroom & first floor shower room
o Private two tier rear garden with terrace, lawn and established planting
o Traditional stone front boundary wall
o uPVC double glazing, gas fired central heating
o Superb opportunity to modernise

Location.

The property enjoys an exceptional position just a short stroll from the village square.

This central and highly desirable setting places a wide range of everyday amenities close to hand including a convenience store, hairdressers, takeaways, a delicatessen, the Old Bank coffee shop, three public houses and the recently opened restaurant Beija Flor.

For those who enjoy an active lifestyle Dinas Powys Golf, Tennis, Bowls and Rugby Clubs are all within easy reach. These long established clubs cater for all age groups from junior to senior and form a key part of village life.

The surrounding countryside offers superb opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation with attractive nature trails through local woodland including popular routes towards the Salmon Leaps and Michaelston le Pit together with the open expanse of the village Common.

Location Continued

To the south of Cardiff Road there are further amenities including a Tesco Extra, post office, additional takeaways, a dry cleaners and various independent businesses.

Families are well served by local education. Ribbons Day Nursery with wraparound care is located on Cardiff Road and Auntie Mel's pre school group is situated within the grounds of St Peter's Church on Mill Road.
The village is home to both Murch Infant School and St Andrew's Church in Wales Primary School. At secondary level the area is served by St Cyres School and Stanwell School.

Public transport links are excellent with regular bus services operating throughout the area and two railway stations, Dinas Powys and Eastbrook, providing frequent connections to Cardiff City Centre with an approximate journey time of around fifteen minutes.

Cardiff, Penarth and Barry are all easily accessible by car as is Junction 33 of the M4 via the A4232 Link Road.

Porch & Living Room

Porch
Enclosed uPVC entrance porch with obscure glazed side panels and pitched canopy roof providing a sheltered approach to the front door and useful space for coats and shoes.

Lounge
5.00m x 4.32m (16'5 x 14'2)
A well proportioned reception room with uPVC double glazed window to the front and glazed door giving access to the entrance porch.

Attractive exposed stone chimney breast with raised hearth and coal effect fire, exposed ceiling beams and shelved recess.

Staircase rising to the first floor and rear door leading through to the kitchen dining room.

Ample space to arrange comfortable seating.

Kitchen & Utility Area

Kitchen / Diner
4.29m x 4.32m (14'1 x 14'2)
Good sized kitchen diner fitted with a range of matching wall and base cabinets with work surfaces and tiled splashbacks.

Inset sink with drainer, space for appliances and a wide uPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear garden providing plenty of natural light.

Internal window to the utility room where the gas fired combination boiler is sited.

The room comfortably accommodates a family dining table and chairs and is approached from the lounge via a glazed door.

Finishes are dated which will appeal to buyers looking to refit the kitchen to their own style.

Utility Room
1.80m x 2.53m (5'11 x 8'4)
Practical rear utility area with uPVC window and part glazed uPVC door opening directly onto the garden.

Wall mounted gas fired boiler, plumbing and space for a washing machine and further appliances together with scope for additional storage.

Doorway connecting to the ground floor bathroom.

Ground Floor Bathroom

2.53m x 2.42m (8'4 x 7'11)
The first of two bathrooms.

Fully tiled walls and obscure glazed uPVC window.

White suite comprising panelled bath with grab rail, WC and semi recessed wash hand basin set into a fitted vanity unit with worktop, cupboards and open shelving.

Wide wall mirror with light above and wood effect flooring.

First Floor.

Landing
Central landing with doors to both bedrooms and the shower room.

Principal bedroom
3.42m x 4.32m (11'3 x 14'2)
Generous double bedroom situated to the rear of the property with wide uPVC double glazed window overlooking the garden and radiator beneath.

Space to accommodate a double or king size bed together with additional furniture.

Wash hand basin with tiled splashback, mirror and cabinet creating a handy vanity area.

The room is carpeted.

Bedroom 2
2.73m x 4.32m (8'11 x 14'2)
Front facing double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window overlooking Highwalls Road.

Excellent range of built in wardrobes and cupboards to one wall providing ample storage.

Textured ceiling with exposed beam, radiator and fitted carpet.

Shower room
First floor shower room fitted with shower enclosure, WC and wash hand basin.

Outside

Front
Traditional cottage frontage with painted rendered elevations beneath a slate roof and brick chimney stack.

An attractive low stone boundary wall with wrought iron gate encloses a small forecourt garden with paved path.

The uPVC entrance porch sits to one side of the frontage alongside a wide uPVC double glazed lounge window enjoying a pleasant outlook over Highwalls Road.

Rear
Private rear garden arranged over two tiers comprising a lower terrace ideal for seating and an upper lawn.

Established planting provides colour and interest together with a useful garden shed.

The garden offers good potential for landscaping and further improvement.

General Information

The cottage is in dated condition and would benefit from updating throughout.

It represents a superb opportunity for buyers seeking a character home with scope to add value in a popular village location.

o Council Tax Band: E
o Mains Services: Gas, electricity, water & drainage
o Heating: Gas fired with combination boiler & radiators
o Windows & doors: uPVC double glazing
o EPC rating: C
o Tenure: Freehold