1 bedroom property
Sold STC
Eco house
Property
1 bed
1 bath
1044
EPC rating: D
Key information
Features and description
- Viewing is highly recommended
- Favourable pre-planning application submitted (awaiting approval) to reposition and build a spectacular modern home making the most of the elevated, coastal position.
- Internal area of proposed property
- Set in approx 1.76 acres
- Ideally located in a semi-rural setting with direct channel views whilst being conveniently placed to benefit from the local amenities of Sully and Penarth.
- Drawings by Benjamin Hale Architects
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Re- Development Opportunity
A unique detached 3 storey dwelling built during the second world war as part of the Bristol Channel defence system, sold with the benefit of a positive Vale of Glamorgan pre-application to re-develop and occupying a spectacular position with exceptional elevated coastal views.
UPVC double glazed entrance door to HALLWAY with Pot belly wood burning fire, ceramic tiled floor and an enclosed staircase with windows to side garden leading to first and second floors.To the second floor, a large LIVING ROOM/STUDIO (20'8" x 15'3") timber laminate floor, freestanding wood burning fire on a glass hearth with double glazed sliding doors and windows to a decked balcony with spectacular view of the Bristol Channel. To the first floor KITCHEN (13'8" x 8'8") range of fitted base and glazed wall cupboards with roll top work surface, fitted oven and ceramic hob with spaces for washing machine and tumble drier, UPVC double glazed window to garden and fields beyond, timber floor and DINING ROOM (13'9" x 10') timber effect laminate floor, fitted wall lights and double glazed window to side. To the ground floor, access from the entrance hallway to DRESSING ROOM (10'6" x 7'9") timber effect laminate floor with double glazed window, built in floor to ceiling wardrobes containing hot water tank and electric central heating boiler. Connecting door to DOUBLE BEDROOM (12'9" x 9'6") laminate floor, coved ceiling and double glazed window. SHOWER ROOM (10'2" x 7'2" max) L shaped with white suite including low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower attachment.
Block House is sold to include the immediate adjacent gardens and adjoining agricultural land in all extending to approximately 1.76 acres.
The property is approached by a steep gated driveway leading to a parking area with a gravelled path extending through the gardens to the main entrance to the house. The site is partly lawned and lightly wooded and enjoys spectacular views to the top floor looking over The Bristol Channel.
The pre- application scheme would allow for an innovative, three storey eco house with approximate floor area of 434 m22 plus large garage. A copy of the pre application response form the Vale of Glamorgan dated 02.12.2021 is available for inspection, which is generally positive and includes;"... in conclusion subject to the comments set out above, and if in line with the suggested comments made, I see no reason why the proposal could not meet the requirements of policy MD12 (dwellings in the countryside)". More generally and as relayed in the meeting, the importance is that policy MD12 can be satisfied and if so, it is likely the proposal would not have an adverse impact on the wider rural character of the area".Within the larger statement it also states;"...the dwelling sits within a large curtilage and a replacement dwelling, whilst larger in size will still be served by adequate provision of garden space to satisfy the councils standards".But please note, this is a pre application statement not a planning consent.
Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold
A unique detached 3 storey dwelling built during the second world war as part of the Bristol Channel defence system, sold with the benefit of a positive Vale of Glamorgan pre-application to re-develop and occupying a spectacular position with exceptional elevated coastal views.
UPVC double glazed entrance door to HALLWAY with Pot belly wood burning fire, ceramic tiled floor and an enclosed staircase with windows to side garden leading to first and second floors.To the second floor, a large LIVING ROOM/STUDIO (20'8" x 15'3") timber laminate floor, freestanding wood burning fire on a glass hearth with double glazed sliding doors and windows to a decked balcony with spectacular view of the Bristol Channel. To the first floor KITCHEN (13'8" x 8'8") range of fitted base and glazed wall cupboards with roll top work surface, fitted oven and ceramic hob with spaces for washing machine and tumble drier, UPVC double glazed window to garden and fields beyond, timber floor and DINING ROOM (13'9" x 10') timber effect laminate floor, fitted wall lights and double glazed window to side. To the ground floor, access from the entrance hallway to DRESSING ROOM (10'6" x 7'9") timber effect laminate floor with double glazed window, built in floor to ceiling wardrobes containing hot water tank and electric central heating boiler. Connecting door to DOUBLE BEDROOM (12'9" x 9'6") laminate floor, coved ceiling and double glazed window. SHOWER ROOM (10'2" x 7'2" max) L shaped with white suite including low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower attachment.
Block House is sold to include the immediate adjacent gardens and adjoining agricultural land in all extending to approximately 1.76 acres.
The property is approached by a steep gated driveway leading to a parking area with a gravelled path extending through the gardens to the main entrance to the house. The site is partly lawned and lightly wooded and enjoys spectacular views to the top floor looking over The Bristol Channel.
The pre- application scheme would allow for an innovative, three storey eco house with approximate floor area of 434 m22 plus large garage. A copy of the pre application response form the Vale of Glamorgan dated 02.12.2021 is available for inspection, which is generally positive and includes;"... in conclusion subject to the comments set out above, and if in line with the suggested comments made, I see no reason why the proposal could not meet the requirements of policy MD12 (dwellings in the countryside)". More generally and as relayed in the meeting, the importance is that policy MD12 can be satisfied and if so, it is likely the proposal would not have an adverse impact on the wider rural character of the area".Within the larger statement it also states;"...the dwelling sits within a large curtilage and a replacement dwelling, whilst larger in size will still be served by adequate provision of garden space to satisfy the councils standards".But please note, this is a pre application statement not a planning consent.
Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold
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