5 bed detached house for sale

Gower Road, Sketty, Swansea SA2

Summary

A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a substantial semi-detached residence occupying an impressive plot of approximately 9,634 sq. Ft. In one of Sketty's most sought-after locations. Extending to approximately 2,680 sq. Ft., this distinguished home now requires comprehensive renovation, presenting an exceptional blank canvas for developers, investors, or buyers seeking to create a truly outstanding family home. The generous plot, sizeable accommodation and detached rear garage offer outstanding scope for redevelopment, extension or reconfiguration, subject to the necessary planning consents. Opportunities of this scale and potential in such a prestigious location are becoming increasingly scarce.

Set on Gower Road, this substantial semi-detached property presents an exceptional opportunity to restore, redesign or redevelop a home of considerable scale within one of Swansea's most established residential locations.

Offering a large floorpan of internal accommodation, the property requires full modernisation throughout together with potential structural repairs, making it ideally suited to experienced developers, investors or ambitious purchasers looking to create a bespoke family residence. The generous proportions provide remarkable flexibility for redesign, allowing the next owner to maximise both the living accommodation and overall value.

Occupying an impressive plot of approximately 9,634 sq. Ft., the property enjoys extensive outdoor space rarely found in such a central and convenient location. The sizeable grounds offer exciting possibilities for landscaping, extension or further enhancement, subject to the relevant planning permissions.

To the rear stands a large detached garage which, whilst requiring structural attention, provides further development potential and could be repurposed into a workshop, home office, studio or ancillary accommodation, subject to the necessary consents.

Properties of this size, standing and potential are seldom available within Sketty, offering purchasers the opportunity to create a landmark home tailored to modern family living or to undertake a rewarding development project in a highly desirable setting.

Situated on the prestigious Gower Road, the property enjoys an enviable position within the heart of Sketty, one of Swansea's most desirable residential locations. The area is renowned for its excellent selection of highly regarded schools, including Olchfa Comprehensive School, together with nearby independent schooling options, making it particularly attractive to families.

A wide range of local shops, cafs, restaurants and everyday amenities can be found within Sketty Cross, while Swansea City Centre, Singleton Hospital and Swansea University are all within easy reach. Excellent transport links provide convenient access to the city, the M4 motorway and surrounding areas.

The world-renowned Gower Peninsula, Britain's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, lies just a short drive away, offering spectacular beaches, coastal walks and outdoor pursuits. Combining an exceptional location with outstanding development potential, this property represents a rare opportunity to create a truly remarkable home in one of Swansea's most sought-after addresses.

Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.