Summary - 9 Great House Rise, Ffordd-Y-Barcer CF5 4RZ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Characterful, low‑energy two-bedroom apartment with balcony and parking..
Allocated private parking space plus generous visitor bays
Large, light living room with floor-to-ceiling glazing and balcony
Extensive eco features: solar, ASHP, underfloor heating, sedum roof
Share of freehold in small nine-home development
Service charge approximately £1,600 per year
Slow broadband speeds in the area may affect home working
Local crime above average; wider area recorded as very deprived
Mains gas boiler present alongside eco heating systems
This two-bedroom apartment at Great House Rise combines barn-inspired character with modern, low-cost living. The open living area is bright thanks to floor-to-ceiling glazing and a private sunlit balcony overlooking well-kept communal gardens and an ornamental pond. Hardwood floors and natural textures give a warm, domestic feel while the layout remains practical for everyday life.
The development’s eco-credentials are substantial: solar panels, an air-source heat pump, underfloor heating, sedum green roof, air filtration and EV charging help reduce running costs and carbon footprint. The home is part of a small nine-property development with allocated and visitor parking, share-of-freehold tenure, and an affordable council tax band—features that suit buyers seeking a manageable, community-oriented property.
Buyers should note some practical limitations. Broadband speeds in the area are slow and local crime statistics are above average; the wider area is recorded as relatively deprived despite the immediate neighbourhood’s affluent classification. The property is connected to mains gas with a conventional heating system alongside the eco technologies. There is an annual service charge of about £1,600 to cover communal maintenance and landscaping.
Overall, this apartment will suit first-time buyers or anyone wanting a low-energy, low-maintenance home with countryside character and strong sustainability features. It offers immediate move-in condition in a peaceful village setting with easy access to Culverhouse Cross and the M4, but consider local services and connectivity when deciding if it matches your priorities.
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