The exciting renovation project in a popular seaside location
Finding a renovation project in a coastal hot spot that’s an expensive area to call home sounds like a bit of a challenge. But this period gem can not only offer the chance to be transformed into the home of your dreams, but it’s so grand it comes with outbuildings oozing with potential too.
The cute stone buildings at the rear of this substantial Vale of Glamorgan house are just waiting to be given a new function, if planning and renovation budget allows. Built in 1905 this generous period property bursting with potential inside and out is found surrounded by a large, mature garden in the town of Llantwit Major.
Website Visit The Vale describes the town as being ‘a gorgeous gateway to the 14 miles of dynamic and stunning coastline that forms the world famous Glamorgan Heritage Coast. The town’s beach is along the route of the Wales Coast Path, and Llantwit is a firm favourite amongst walkers, cyclists, hikers and history and nature lovers, easily accessible by road and rail, and only 15 miles into Cardiff’. To get all the latest dream homes and property news straight to your inbox twice a week sign up here[1].
The town can boast some famous visitors too, especially at The Old Swan, including the movie star friends of American newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst who once owned nearby St Donat’s Castle, such as Charlie Chaplin and Bob Hope.
The cute and friendly town can also boast some incredible historic buildings to rival The Swan including Llantwit Castle, or more accurately named Old Place, which was a ruin of a Tudor manor house built in 1596, until local resident Anton Jones took on the epic renovation and created an amazing home inside one of its wings, rebuilding it literally by hand over a 15 year period, find out more about that here[3].
This five-bed period home might not be as historic as some of its neighbours but it can offer a collection of period features and the chance for a new owner to add even more character through a renovation project. It’s a rare beast in this location, according to the estate agent, and it is well-placed to wander down the road for a refreshing drink at The Swan after a hard day grafting.
The house with the potential to be your forever home is on the market for £945,000 with no onward chain with Chris Davies estate agents, call them on 01446 792020 to find out more. Also, check out the winter edition of the Amazing Welsh Homes magazine, packed with renovation stories, interior design ideas, competitions, and discounts – plus a peek inside some celebrities’ homes too. You can purchase your hard copy of the magazine via our online shop here[4].
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