55 High Street
Cowbridge
Vale of Glamorgan
CF71 7AE
Rarely does a property of this scale and potential come to market in such a sought-after position within Llantwit Major. This Grade II listed cottage with four double bedrooms, two spacious reception rooms, attic room and a large rear garden, this cottage offers an outstanding opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and create a beautiful family home in one of the town’s most desirable streets. Offered with no onward chain, it is an exciting prospect not to be missed.
The historic & coastal town of Llantwit Major, includes Iron Age hill forts, fine Tudor buildings, a Roman villa and a medieval grange. The imposing 11th century St Illtud Church has been described as the Westminster Abbey of Wales. The town has excellent Welsh and English primary schools as well as a secondary school. Within the town there are a good range of shops – including two supermarkets, five reputable public houses, friendly cafes and well-established restaurants. More facilities include; a health centre, leisure centre, rugby club & football club. Llantwit Major is located on the spectacular Glamorgan Heritage Coast, the local area Offering excellent transport links from Bridgend to Barry and is also within convenient driving distance of the M4 and the City of Cardiff, with Cardiff (Wales) Airport at Rhoose being five miles away. The railway station at Llantwit Major, provides a regular and direct service to Cardiff and Bridgend.
Set on the highly sought-after Flanders Road in Llantwit Major, this charming five-bedroom cottage presents a rare opportunity to acquire a home of exceptional size and potential in such a desirable location. The property, requiring renovation, offers generous proportions throughout and retains a wealth of character features, including exposed beams, open fireplaces with exposed brick surrounds, and traditional cottage proportions.
On entering the cottage, a welcoming hallway provides access to the main living spaces. To the left, a large living room with an impressive central open fireplace and exposed brickwork leads on to a useful store room with stairs to the first floor. To the right of the living room is a spacious family bathroom. Beyond this sits the kitchen and dining room, enjoying views over the rear garden and providing an ideal space for everyday family life. To the right of the entrance, a second sitting room—again featuring a central open fireplace with character brick surround—offers further living space and the benefit of a second staircase to the first floor.
Upstairs, the property provides four generously sized double bedrooms offering flexible use and an attic room.The layout of the cottage, with two staircases, enhances its unique charm while also creating opportunities for reconfiguration to suit a buyer’s individual needs.
The property enjoys an attractive frontage, with ample scope for landscaping to further enhance its kerb appeal. To the rear, a substantial garden provides an exciting opportunity for transformation—whether as a large family garden, landscaped retreat, or productive outdoor space. A gravelled driveway to the front offers off-road parking for two vehicles.
Grade II Listed Cottage.Freehold. Electric Heating. Mains Water. Council Tax Band G. No Onward Chain.
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