For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in Pen y Bryn, Rhydypandy£1,100,000

Privately nestled behind electric gates along a sweeping country lane in the sought-after hamlet of Rhydypandy, Pen Y Bryn is a home of exceptional character, scale, and lifestyle opportunity. This substantial five-bedroom detached home, set within approximately 5.47 acres of breathtaking grounds, offers the perfect blend of rural elegance, comfort, and versatile space, both inside and out.  From the moment you enter the grounds, you're met with a sense of privacy and tranquillity. Manicured gardens wrap around the property, while mature woodland, a small paddock, and winding pathways create a serene, nature-filled escape. The property is further enhanced by an impressive selection of outbuildings, including a larch-clad agricultural barn currently used as a car workshop, kennel and storage facilities, and a multi-room detached outbuilding with workshop, utility, garage and WC — ideal for a variety of lifestyle or business uses.  Rhydypandy offers the best of both worlds. A peaceful countryside lifestyle while remaining just a short drive from the bustling city of Swansea and the surrounding villages. Nestled in the heart of rolling Welsh countryside, this location is cherished for its natural beauty, friendly community feel, and access to local walking routes, bridle paths, and nearby nature reserves. Families are drawn here for the proximity to respected schools, village amenities, and leisure opportunities. Local pubs and cafes offer charm and character, while excellent transport links connect Rhydypandy to Swansea, the M4 corridor, and beyond, making this an ideal location for commuters seeking a countryside retreat without sacrificing accessibility.  Let’s now take a look in more detail…  Approach After journeying along the scenic country lanes of Rhydypandy Road, you are welcomed by a secure private gated entrance with intercom and full CCTV coverage. These electric gates open to reveal a long, sweeping driveway that leads you to this magnificent, show-stopping home. The approach is nothing short of impressive. The grounds here are exceptional — peaceful, private, and beautifully manicured. Approximately 5.47 acres surround the property, with mature trees and shrubs delicately lining the landscape. There's generous space for multiple vehicles, and a charming brick-paved pathway leads you toward the main entrance.  Step Inside…  Entranceway You are welcomed into a light and airy porch, adorned with triple-aspect windows offering stunning views of the surrounding grounds. Vaulted ceilings and tiled flooring add to the charm of this space, which flows seamlessly into the central entrance hallway. Here, carpeted flooring and thoughtful layout provide direct access to the dining room, kitchen/breakfast/family room, and the well-equipped utility area. Individual thermostats throughout ensure comfort in every corner.  Open-Plan Kitchen/Breakfast/Family Room From the hallway, you are drawn into the heart of the home — a truly outstanding open-plan kitchen, breakfast and family space. Filled with natural light thanks to dual-aspect windows framing the gardens, this room is finished with tiled flooring, LED lighting, and elegant coving. The kitchen is fitted with a wide array of high-quality wall and base units, topped with granite worktops. Appliances include a large porcelain sink, AEG dishwasher, double oven Rangemaster with gas hob, NEFF extractor, tall AEG fridge and freezer. A central island with granite worktop, hidden socket tower, and additional circular porcelain sink offers further storage and workspace. There is ample room here for a family breakfast table and relaxed seating area, making this an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining.  Utility Room Accessible from the kitchen, hallway, and sitting room, this generous utility room provides excellent additional storage with tall and base units, sink and a half with drainer, and tiled flooring. Three Velux windows flood the space with light, and there's room for two under-counter appliances. A rear-facing window and access door lead out to the garden, while spotlighting, coving, and practical finishes make this space highly functional.  Ground Floor WC Accessed off the utility, the downstairs cloakroom features a WC, wash basin, partial tiled walls, tiled flooring, an extractor fan, and useful overhead storage.  Sitting Room From the utility, continue into the spacious and light-filled sitting room. This versatile living area benefits from bi-folding doors to the rear, an impressive orangery-style feature window, and a charming wood-burning fireplace. Tiled flooring runs throughout, creating a bright and inviting space perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. From here you have access to the lounge and the Rear Lobby.  Lounge Double doors lead you from the sitting room into the show-stopping formal lounge — a truly magnificent space featuring double-height vaulted ceilings, exposed oak beams, a feature fireplace with wood burner, and a striking chandelier. A huge front-facing window frames the grounds beautifully, while bi-folding doors allow you to open the space entirely to the outdoors. A mix of carpeted and tiled flooring enhances the sense of elegance.  Dining Room From the lounge, continue into the dining room via double doors. This charming space benefits from a large bay window to the front overlooking the garden, carpeted flooring, coving, a feature electric fireplace, and a stylish feature window to the lounge. Perfect for formal dining occasions, yet comfortable for family meals.  Rear Lobby (Self-Contained Potential) Journeying back through the sitting room, you’ll find the rear lobby, a wonderfully practical space ideal for storing coats, boots, and outdoor wear. This section of the house offers excellent potential to be transformed into a self-contained living area, ideal for multigenerational living, or guests (subject to permissions). This hallway provides access to the ground floor shower room, study, and fifth bedroom.  Ground Floor Shower Room This ground floor shower room includes a WC, wash basin, shower cubicle, tiled flooring and walls, spot lighting, heated towel rail, coving, and a frosted rear-facing window.  Study To the front of the home is a spacious study/home office with a large bay window overlooking the gardens. This room features carpeted flooring, coving, and built-in storage units with shelving, hanging rails, and a built-in desk, complete with spotlighting — ideal for working from home or as a hobby room.  Bedroom Five / Guest Suite Ascend an oak stairway situated within the inner hallway. Tucked privately at the rear of this wing is a generous fifth bedroom — bright and welcoming thanks to a side window and two Velux windows. Vaulted ceilings enhance the space, which is finished with carpeted flooring and a built-in wardrobe with hanging rails. A wonderful space for guests, or an independent family member.  Journey Upstairs Returning to the main entrance hallway, ascend the carpeted stairway to the first floor, where you arrive at a carpeted landing. From here, you can access four further bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a large storage cupboard with fitted shelving.  Principal Bedroom Suite This beautifully appointed principal bedroom is bright and airy with two front-facing windows overlooking the grounds. This space boasts carpeted flooring, coving, and a private en-suite. The en-suite includes a WC, wash basin, bidet, large walk-in shower, heated towel rails, spotlighting, tiled walls and flooring. A separate dressing room provides fitted wardrobes, shelving, and drawers.  Bedroom Two with En-Suite A spacious and light-filled double room with rear garden views via a large window. Carpeted, with coving and a private en-suite featuring WC, stylish glass wash basin, fitted bath with shower over, heated towel rail, frosted window, tiled floors and walls, and spot lighting.  Bedroom Three A generous double room with carpeted flooring, coving, and dual windows to the front framing views of the grounds.  Bedroom Four Bedroom four is another lovely double bedroom with a large window overlooking the rear gardens. Here you have carpeted flooring and coving.  Family Bathroom A family bathroom complete with WC, wash basin, feature freestanding bath with handheld shower head, separate shower cubicle, heated towel rail, frosted window, tiled walls, laminate flooring, and coving.  Step Outside…  The outdoor setting of Pen Y Bryn is truly extraordinary. Set within approximately 5.47 acres, the grounds are a private sanctuary teeming with mature trees, shrubs, lawns, and wild corners of natural beauty. A woodland area, small paddock, and front and rear gardens offer endless space to explore, relax, or entertain. Manicured paths guide you through the tranquil surroundings. To the front and rear of the home are stunning gardens, with multiple spaces for outdoor furniture, perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing. Outdoor amenities include a large larch-clad agricultural barn, currently used as a car workshop. A separate outbuilding comprises kennel facilities with versatile use, various rooms with lighting and electricity, storage/workshop space, a WC, a stainless steel sink area, and a garage with an electric roller door. This building also offers excellent potential for conversion into stabling if desired. There is also a greenhouse and an enclosed hard stand — ideal for safely housing pets or livestock. Every inch of this remarkable property has been designed with quality and lifestyle in mind — peaceful, private, and ready for its next chapter.  The Local Area  Rhydypandy is a highly desirable semi-rural location offering a superb balance of peace and convenience. Surrounded by rolling hills and countryside, this quiet hamlet is perfect for those seeking a serene lifestyle while still being within easy reach of the city. Just a short drive away lies Swansea, a vibrant coastal city offering a wide array of shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and leisure facilities. Excellent schooling options, both public and private, are available in the surrounding areas.  Local amenities can be found in nearby villages such as Morriston, Pontlliw, and Gorseinon, with further amenities in the city itself. Commuters benefit from excellent road links to the M4 and South Wales corridor, while public transport connects the area with Swansea and beyond. The Gower Peninsula, just a short drive away, is one of Wales’ most treasured destinations — home to world-renowned beaches, coastal walks, and the iconic Three Cliffs Bay, recently voted one of the top three beaches in the UK. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure, peaceful countryside, or vibrant city life, Rhydypandy provides it all in perfect measure. Additional Property Information Freehold Tax Band - F Oil/Electric Mains Water - Billed Septic Tank Approx. 5.47 acres Knotweed present - Plan in place Ultrafast Broadband Available For mobile coverage please visit https://checker.ofcom.org.uk