Cardiff is getting busier and busier. The huge amount of people visiting the city have brought so many interesting personalities, cultures and businesses to the city, making it the grand capital of Wales that we know of today.
Sometimes city life can get tiring and stressful and it's nice to have your own quiet haven away from it all.
Here are ten homes that despite being located in the heart of the city, are secluded, unique and will make you feel like you're in your own little world.
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1) Pwllmelin Lane, Llandaff
If you like green space and the feel of 'being in the middle of nowhere' then you will love Pwllmelin Lane.
Although it's in the well sought after district of Llandaff, the house's huge 0.6 acre front and back private garden will make you feel like you're in your own little world.
This magnificent gardens offers a pond, paved patio areas, sun terrace and extensive lawns. The charming detached family home also has a sun terrace, three bedrooms, dining room/kitchen, office and a Jack & Jill bathroom.
The property definitely makes you feel like you are more in the countryside than the capital city of Wales, but you are still within walking distance to the array of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants in Llandaff Village.
If you would like to buy the property for £1,300,000, please contact Thomas H Wood, Whitchurch at 02922430200.
2) Cefn Mably Road, Lisvane
This spacious cottage, known as Brook Cottage is just off Cefn Mably Road in Lisvane. It boasts a long garden with hedge boarders and a beautiful view of the large field next door.
The charming home, which has three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, boasts many original features and will definitely satisfy your cottage core desires.
The cottage's picturesque exterior and peaceful location makes it a dream home for anyone trying to get out of the hustle and bustle of Cardiff, without actually getting out of it.
If you're interested, you can buy this quiet home for £750,000 by calling Jeffrey Ross, Llanishen on 02922430006.
3) Church Road, Rumney
The Old Vicarage is an iconic old stone-built house full of character and unusual features in Rumney.
It was sold out of the hands of the church in 1902 and now consists of a spacious four bedroom family home, with an additional bedroom in a self-contained granny flat with its own entrance.
The property is so unique to anything else you will see in Cardiff and has features such as a big open fireplace, wood-burning stove, flag-stoned floor and a farmhouse style kitchen with an AGA.
The house is surrounded by it's own little garden which gives the one the impression of living in the countryside, even though the property has all the advantages of living in the heart of a city. It has the best of both worlds.
To bag up this rare house which is selling for £675,000, contact Darlows, Rumney at 02922430171.
4) Pendwyallt Road, Coryton
This detached bay-fronted dormer bungalow is up for grabs. It has a sitting room, living room/dining room, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, four double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property also offers off-road parking and a detached garage.
However, it's the garden that takes you out of the city and is the selling point of the property.
There is half an acre of land surrounding the home and the gardens have been split into four sections.
The first section of the garden is quite traditional with well-stocked flower borders and a good-sized pond. It leads into "the secret garden" which has water features, a summer house and a seating area.
There is also "the orchard" with apple trees and the "Wildlife Garden" which has been left to its own devices for the new owner to let their creativity run loose.
The home is privately located off the main road and screened from the passing traffic. To purchase this property, for £825,000, contact Chambers Estate Agents, Whitchurch on 02922430187.
5) Church Road, Caerau
This unique detached cottage is up for grabs and offers a huge sizeable garden that you could easily get lost in.
The spacious property still has a 'quaint feel' thanks to its cosy lounge interior and original features around the house.
It also features an L shaped conservatory that looks out to the huge private rear garden, which has two summer houses, a greenhouse and a brick built BBQ.
The home costs around £380,000 and can be bought by contacting Mr Holmes Sales and Lettings, Ely, on 02922430372.
6) Herbert March Close, Radyr
With this home's grand Victorian style magic exterior, bay windows and charming green space, it's easy to lose yourself in the property.
Situated in Radyr, you are far away from city life yet still on the borders of Cardiff.
The house has a lounge, TV room, dining room, conservatory, master bedroom with en-suite, kitchen and three bedrooms.
You can contact Peter Alan, Victoria Park at 02922430239 with offers over £370,000.
7) River View, Llandaff North
This property is right next door to Cardiff's well-loved river, but the stunning scenic views from the house would never make you think it was in the middle of a busy city.
The home boasts three bedrooms with views of the river, a living room, kitchen, utility room and the cosy summerhouse in the garden.
It also has its own gated annexe with a living space, kitchen area, mezzanine bed area and shower room, summer house and driveway to the rear with space for two cars.
The property is up for sale at £360,000. You can find out more by contacting Peter Alan, Whitchurch, on 02922439351.
8) The Philog, Whitchurch
This well known three bedroom terraced cottage is now up for sale near Whitchurch Village. Despite being on a main road, once you're inside the pastel pink home, the old-fashioned interior in the little den will make you feel like you're miles away from the city.
The home comprises of a lounge, kitchen/ diner, bathroom and three bedrooms on the first floor. It also boasts a gated front garden and an enclosed garden to the rear.
The house is for sale at £290,000 and you can contact MGY, Heath on 02922430164.
9) Graig Road, Lisvane
This eye-catching property has the most far-reaching views over Cardiff and Bristol.
With a land of about 7.5 acres, you will definitely feel out of touch with the rest of Cardiff in your own personal piece of countryside.
The home, called Springmeadow, has a grand central atrium, dining and living rooms, 5 bedrooms (four of them en-suite), a indoor swimming pool and a gym.
Located in the quiet leafy Lisvane, Springmeadow occupies an enviable position with panoramic views over Cardiff and onto the Bristol Channel and the North Somerset coastline.
For more information about the property, call Watts & Morgan, Cowbridge on 01446377030.
10) Wenallt Road, Rhiwbina
This property is called 'Hillcroft' because of its spectacular views across the rolling countryside and the Bristol Channel.
The property itself has 9 acres of self-contained livery yard and access to the most beautiful bluebell and beech tree bridleways on the famous Wenallt.
The property is a short walk from Rhiwbina Village's coffee shops, salons and restaurants yet it makes you feel immersed in its tranquil, rural scenery and is definitely a rare find in Cardiff.
The house is yours if your offer is over £1200,000 and you can contact Fine & Country, Park Lane at 02077 680010 to find out more.
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