Hillcrest is a handsome and substantial period residence dating from the late nineteenth century, occupying a discreet and private position set well back from Lisvane Road. The house is a fine and early example of a family home in this part of Lisvane, retaining a strong sense of its heritage while having been carefully and successfully adapted for modern living.
The approach to the property is particularly appealing. The driveway leads to a turning area in front of the house, framed by mature lawns, established specimen trees and well stocked shrub borders, creating an immediate sense of scale and seclusion. The principal elevation is rich in character, with warm brick elevations, decorative tile hanging, traditional sash and casement windows, and a central porch with balcony above, all combining to create a balanced and elegant façade.
Internally, the accommodation extends to over 3,500 square feet within the main house, complemented by a garage and ancillary outbuildings. The layout reflects the property’s period origins, offering well proportioned rooms with good ceiling heights and a natural flow between formal and informal living spaces.
The ground floor centres around the kitchen and dining area, which has been significantly reconfigured and modernised by the current owners to form a generous, light filled space that works equally well for everyday family life and entertaining. This sits comfortably alongside a range of reception rooms, including a formal sitting room and additional living spaces, each benefitting from large windows overlooking the gardens and contributing to a strong connection between house and grounds.
A notable enhancement is the ground floor gym, created as part of a thoughtful extension and adding valuable flexibility to the accommodation.
Practical spaces off the kitchen such as a utility room, pantry and cellar areas, including a wine cellar, support the main living accommodation and further enhance day to day usability.
The first floor provides five bedrooms, arranged around a central landing. The principal bedroom enjoys its own en suite facilities, as well as bedroom 2 as part of the owners’ improvement programme. The further 3 bedrooms are generous, with the middle room providing access to a balcony, offering an elevated outlook over the gardens.
An office or study provides an ideal space for home working, and there is access to this area from a 2nd staircase in the utility area.
To the rear, the house opens on to an extensive and beautifully maintained garden, laid predominantly to lawn and gently enclosed by mature trees and established planting. The wide sweep of lawn creates a strong feeling of space and privacy, while thoughtfully positioned seating areas, shrub borders and flowering plants add structure and seasonal colour. A greenhouse and kitchen garden are positioned discreetly within the grounds, together with a garage and outbuildings that provide useful ancillary storage or hobby space.
Hillcrest is a rare example of a period family house that has been materially improved without compromise to its original character. The combination of architectural presence, generous accommodation, established gardens and modern enhancements makes it a particularly appealing home in one of north Cardiff’s most sought after residential settings.