House For Sale £750,000
The property is set in the beautiful hamlet of Fonmon, overlooking the picturesque duck pond that sits at the heart of the village, and as you peer through the cottage windows across to the pond and watch the ducklings eagerly learning to swim, listening to the serene sound of birds singing and bees buzzing it’s not hard to understand why the cottage has been in the owner’s family for so long.
Intro To Property:
If you are in search of a lifestyle change, Woodside Cottage is the perfect escape, set in a Heritage location with local walking paths, woodland trails, Fonmon Castle, and the coast on your doorstep you won’t be short of places to explore.
With more buyers than ever before looking to make lifestyle changes, in a quest for more space and better quality of life we have found that high up on buyers wish lists are private outdoor spaces, places to walk and enjoy nature, kitchens with excellent entertaining spaces, home offices, fast broadband, good schools and the ability to easily commute to London and the larger cities - Woodside Cottage ticks all boxes.
You can get to Paddington in two hours from Cardiff Central and If you require the ability to catch international flights for business purposes Woodside Cottage is a great option for you, with easy road links to the M4 and Cardiff Airport approx. 5 minutes away (2.0 miles) you can easily enjoy a peaceful home life with the security of knowing you are able to easily attend to work matters when required.
Rhoose Village is within easy reach, and here you can find a wide range of local amenities and shopping facilities along with some of the most sought-after schools in Wales.
Seller Insight:
“Woodside Cottage has been in my husband’s family since the late 1800s, ” say the current owners of this picturesque extended thatched cottage. “It was originally the tithe cottage to the family funeral and building business but has since been extended into a family home with the perfect blend of old and new. We have opened up the living accommodation to create an L-shaped open plan kitchen, dining and living area, which with its orangery ceiling is wonderfully light and airy – ideal for dinner parties and Christmas gatherings. My favourite room, however, is the dual aspect second bedroom, for its low windows looking out to the pond. Decorated in similar colours to the pond, entering this room almost feels like walking out into the water.”
Indeed, it is the picturesque setting of the property, overlooking the duck pond of the pretty hamlet of Fonmon, which truly sets it apart. “The whole area is just so beautiful, ” say the owners, “with woodland across the way and countryside all around. There are countless incredible walks to choose from, including down to the beach and along the coastal paths. The cottage sits in the heart of the hamlet itself, which consists of just 14 houses. No new buildings are permitted, so the hamlet has been kept just as it was years ago.”
“The outside space belonging to the cottage is lovely, too, ” the owners continue, “and we have worked hard to transform what was near wilderness into the low maintenance, heavily planted cottage garden we have today. The front garden is dedicated to plants and wildlife, with another borrowed vista of the pond, while to the rear, we have landscaped the outdoor space into different ‘rooms’ so we can follow the sun around the garden throughout the day. We can enjoy the morning sun over breakfast on the patio, walk up the steps to the swinging seat to catch the afternoon rays, and have dinner in the late sun on at the top of the garden, all in complete privacy and not overlooked by any neighbours.”
Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property’s location offers the best of both countryside and convenience. “We are just down the road from the village of Rhoose, ” the owners say, “for its doctor’s surgery, pharmacy, takeaway restaurants and supermarket. Rhoose has one of the best primary schools in Wales, feeding into Cowbridge Comprehensive school, which operates a school bus service from the village. The county bus service takes you right into Barry and Cardiff, and the train station is within walking distance down a quiet country lane. Local children’s clubs are excellent too, our daughter having enjoyed being part of ballet and tap classes and football and swimming clubs when she was younger.”
Pull quote
“We have absolutely loved living at Woodside Cottage, not only for its phenomenal rural-coastal location, but also because over the years we have made the house exactly how we want it, with contemporary amenities within a picturesque old building.”
* These comments are the personal views of the current owners and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
Accommodation summary
As you turn off the main road and begin descending into Fonmon you will instantly fall in love, it’s impossible not to be mesmerized by the central duck pond that sits adjacent to the cottage, which at this time of year is filled with adorable ducklings, painting a perfect perfect picture of what life is like in this idylic Hamlet.
The front aesthetic of Woodside Cottage is like a scene from a storybook, with perfect rose bushes lining the perimeter of the large front gardens and pretty flowers and shrubs dotted around, buzzing with the serene sounds of nature. The thatched roof which has been recently replaced (2021) sits perfectly in the backdrop against the subtle pink of the cottage walls.
As you enter the property you step into the front living room, with feature log burner fireplace, double windows that look out to the front gardens and pond and staircase leading to the first floor.
A wooden cottage style door leads through from the front living room to the kitchen at the heart of the home and having been recently modernised it offers the perfect mix of cottage chic and modern practicality - it’s a bright, stylish space which again enjoys a spectacular outlook across to the duck pond through double windows. The quality fittings are comprised of solid oak floor and base units, worktops and a feature island in the centre, Rangemaster oven and Belfast sink that sits perfectly beneath the windows to enjoy views across the village. The rear extension opens out from the kitchen area to offer a large dining and sitting area, perfect for entertaining and day to day living, access to a cloakroom and WC, double patio doors open up to the cottage gardens and the skylight has been a wonderful addition, allowing for natural light to fill the room. The addition of the extension has been implemented so skillfully that it is hard to identify that it is an addition to the original property - the sitting area is completed by a large stone feature fireplace, which sets the scene for cosy winter evenings in this fantastic home.
To the first floor there is a bright and airy landing that leads off to the three bedrooms, one of which enjoys the benefit of a shower room, all bedrooms enjoy a spectacular outlook, double sash windows, with one bedroom having an aditional double window that opens out to a charming roof terrace, where you will find a small Bistrot set where the owners sit and enjoy a quiet spot to enjoy a glass of wine while the sun goes down. The Master bedroom showcases a high open ceiling with exposed beams, adding a quirky touch with a spacious feel.
The family bathroom enjoys views across to the pond and is fitted with quality three-piece suite including rolltop clawfoot bath with curtain rail, overhead rainfall shower head and handheld deck shower attachment, low level toilet with chain flush, wall panelling detail to half height, wood floorings and tap hole sink.
The rear gardens are a delight, the pockets of different spaces allow you to enjoy the garden all day long, you step out from the dining area to the patio which is decorated with a large display of potted plants and various shrubs, the current owners have a patio set here which enjoys the morning sunshine making it the perfect spot for that first coffee of the day, steps lead up to a lawned area, surrounded by a range of various plants and trees, nestled here is a swinging bench, and seating area where the owners enjoy afternoon and evening sunshine for summer evening, alfresco dining in the privacy that Woodside offers.
There is hardstanding to the rear of the property, with a gate leading to the rear garden, and there is current planning/drawings (available upon request) for a car port and home office/bar etc to be built in this space, that would open up to the rear garden.
The property would suit a range of buyers especially young families due to the excellent schooling facilities; it would also make for a perfect second home, with so much to do within close range of the property, from renowned walking trails, blue flag beaches, fashionable shopping, local amenities, Cardiff city centre only 12 miles away and the Brecon Beacons National Park less than an hour away there is plenty on offer to enjoy
Viewing Arrangements
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on Website
For more information visit
Viewing Arrangements:
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on Website:
For more information visit
Agents Notes:
All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information, and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.
EPC Rating: E
Location
Location:
The property is set in a private spot, offering complete tranquillity and rural living, however, the village setting means that you have the security of knowing you have neighbours close by should you need them, the property is also just 5 minutes from the larger village of Rhoose which has a wide range of shops, take-aways, post office, library, coffee shops, bus routes, rail station and highly regarded local schooling options.
The property sits on the edge of Fonmon Castle and woods which is popular with local cyclists and walkers, and it leads on to many other picturesque trails in the surrounding areas, meaning you won’t be short of new places to explore.
Private Schooling options:
Howells School:
Howell's School, Llandaff, Cardiff - A gdst School | Howells Cardiff
Westbourne School Penarth:
Top Private School Cardiff | UK Boarding School and ib Sixth Form | Westbourne ()
St. Johns College:
St John's College ()
Cathedral School Llandaff:
Cardiff Steiner School:
Homepage - Cardiff Steiner School
Kings Monkton School:
Kings Monkton School - Home
Cardiff Muslim Primary:
Cardiff Muslim Primary School - Home ()
Cardiff Montessori School:
Home | Cardiff Montessori S ()
Intro To Property:
If you are in search of a lifestyle change, Woodside Cottage is the perfect escape, set in a Heritage location with local walking paths, woodland trails, Fonmon Castle, and the coast on your doorstep you won’t be short of places to explore.
With more buyers than ever before looking to make lifestyle changes, in a quest for more space and better quality of life we have found that high up on buyers wish lists are private outdoor spaces, places to walk and enjoy nature, kitchens with excellent entertaining spaces, home offices, fast broadband, good schools and the ability to easily commute to London and the larger cities - Woodside Cottage ticks all boxes.
You can get to Paddington in two hours from Cardiff Central and If you require the ability to catch international flights for business purposes Woodside Cottage is a great option for you, with easy road links to the M4 and Cardiff Airport approx. 5 minutes away (2.0 miles) you can easily enjoy a peaceful home life with the security of knowing you are able to easily attend to work matters when required.
Rhoose Village is within easy reach, and here you can find a wide range of local amenities and shopping facilities along with some of the most sought-after schools in Wales.
Seller Insight:
“Woodside Cottage has been in my husband’s family since the late 1800s, ” say the current owners of this picturesque extended thatched cottage. “It was originally the tithe cottage to the family funeral and building business but has since been extended into a family home with the perfect blend of old and new. We have opened up the living accommodation to create an L-shaped open plan kitchen, dining and living area, which with its orangery ceiling is wonderfully light and airy – ideal for dinner parties and Christmas gatherings. My favourite room, however, is the dual aspect second bedroom, for its low windows looking out to the pond. Decorated in similar colours to the pond, entering this room almost feels like walking out into the water.”
Indeed, it is the picturesque setting of the property, overlooking the duck pond of the pretty hamlet of Fonmon, which truly sets it apart. “The whole area is just so beautiful, ” say the owners, “with woodland across the way and countryside all around. There are countless incredible walks to choose from, including down to the beach and along the coastal paths. The cottage sits in the heart of the hamlet itself, which consists of just 14 houses. No new buildings are permitted, so the hamlet has been kept just as it was years ago.”
“The outside space belonging to the cottage is lovely, too, ” the owners continue, “and we have worked hard to transform what was near wilderness into the low maintenance, heavily planted cottage garden we have today. The front garden is dedicated to plants and wildlife, with another borrowed vista of the pond, while to the rear, we have landscaped the outdoor space into different ‘rooms’ so we can follow the sun around the garden throughout the day. We can enjoy the morning sun over breakfast on the patio, walk up the steps to the swinging seat to catch the afternoon rays, and have dinner in the late sun on at the top of the garden, all in complete privacy and not overlooked by any neighbours.”
Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property’s location offers the best of both countryside and convenience. “We are just down the road from the village of Rhoose, ” the owners say, “for its doctor’s surgery, pharmacy, takeaway restaurants and supermarket. Rhoose has one of the best primary schools in Wales, feeding into Cowbridge Comprehensive school, which operates a school bus service from the village. The county bus service takes you right into Barry and Cardiff, and the train station is within walking distance down a quiet country lane. Local children’s clubs are excellent too, our daughter having enjoyed being part of ballet and tap classes and football and swimming clubs when she was younger.”
Pull quote
“We have absolutely loved living at Woodside Cottage, not only for its phenomenal rural-coastal location, but also because over the years we have made the house exactly how we want it, with contemporary amenities within a picturesque old building.”
* These comments are the personal views of the current owners and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
Accommodation summary
As you turn off the main road and begin descending into Fonmon you will instantly fall in love, it’s impossible not to be mesmerized by the central duck pond that sits adjacent to the cottage, which at this time of year is filled with adorable ducklings, painting a perfect perfect picture of what life is like in this idylic Hamlet.
The front aesthetic of Woodside Cottage is like a scene from a storybook, with perfect rose bushes lining the perimeter of the large front gardens and pretty flowers and shrubs dotted around, buzzing with the serene sounds of nature. The thatched roof which has been recently replaced (2021) sits perfectly in the backdrop against the subtle pink of the cottage walls.
As you enter the property you step into the front living room, with feature log burner fireplace, double windows that look out to the front gardens and pond and staircase leading to the first floor.
A wooden cottage style door leads through from the front living room to the kitchen at the heart of the home and having been recently modernised it offers the perfect mix of cottage chic and modern practicality - it’s a bright, stylish space which again enjoys a spectacular outlook across to the duck pond through double windows. The quality fittings are comprised of solid oak floor and base units, worktops and a feature island in the centre, Rangemaster oven and Belfast sink that sits perfectly beneath the windows to enjoy views across the village. The rear extension opens out from the kitchen area to offer a large dining and sitting area, perfect for entertaining and day to day living, access to a cloakroom and WC, double patio doors open up to the cottage gardens and the skylight has been a wonderful addition, allowing for natural light to fill the room. The addition of the extension has been implemented so skillfully that it is hard to identify that it is an addition to the original property - the sitting area is completed by a large stone feature fireplace, which sets the scene for cosy winter evenings in this fantastic home.
To the first floor there is a bright and airy landing that leads off to the three bedrooms, one of which enjoys the benefit of a shower room, all bedrooms enjoy a spectacular outlook, double sash windows, with one bedroom having an aditional double window that opens out to a charming roof terrace, where you will find a small Bistrot set where the owners sit and enjoy a quiet spot to enjoy a glass of wine while the sun goes down. The Master bedroom showcases a high open ceiling with exposed beams, adding a quirky touch with a spacious feel.
The family bathroom enjoys views across to the pond and is fitted with quality three-piece suite including rolltop clawfoot bath with curtain rail, overhead rainfall shower head and handheld deck shower attachment, low level toilet with chain flush, wall panelling detail to half height, wood floorings and tap hole sink.
The rear gardens are a delight, the pockets of different spaces allow you to enjoy the garden all day long, you step out from the dining area to the patio which is decorated with a large display of potted plants and various shrubs, the current owners have a patio set here which enjoys the morning sunshine making it the perfect spot for that first coffee of the day, steps lead up to a lawned area, surrounded by a range of various plants and trees, nestled here is a swinging bench, and seating area where the owners enjoy afternoon and evening sunshine for summer evening, alfresco dining in the privacy that Woodside offers.
There is hardstanding to the rear of the property, with a gate leading to the rear garden, and there is current planning/drawings (available upon request) for a car port and home office/bar etc to be built in this space, that would open up to the rear garden.
The property would suit a range of buyers especially young families due to the excellent schooling facilities; it would also make for a perfect second home, with so much to do within close range of the property, from renowned walking trails, blue flag beaches, fashionable shopping, local amenities, Cardiff city centre only 12 miles away and the Brecon Beacons National Park less than an hour away there is plenty on offer to enjoy
Viewing Arrangements
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on Website
For more information visit
Viewing Arrangements:
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on Website:
For more information visit
Agents Notes:
All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information, and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.
EPC Rating: E
Location
Location:
The property is set in a private spot, offering complete tranquillity and rural living, however, the village setting means that you have the security of knowing you have neighbours close by should you need them, the property is also just 5 minutes from the larger village of Rhoose which has a wide range of shops, take-aways, post office, library, coffee shops, bus routes, rail station and highly regarded local schooling options.
The property sits on the edge of Fonmon Castle and woods which is popular with local cyclists and walkers, and it leads on to many other picturesque trails in the surrounding areas, meaning you won’t be short of new places to explore.
Private Schooling options:
Howells School:
Howell's School, Llandaff, Cardiff - A gdst School | Howells Cardiff
Westbourne School Penarth:
Top Private School Cardiff | UK Boarding School and ib Sixth Form | Westbourne ()
St. Johns College:
St John's College ()
Cathedral School Llandaff:
Cardiff Steiner School:
Homepage - Cardiff Steiner School
Kings Monkton School:
Kings Monkton School - Home
Cardiff Muslim Primary:
Cardiff Muslim Primary School - Home ()
Cardiff Montessori School:
Home | Cardiff Montessori S ()
