A 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to acquire a unique piece of local history
We are delighted to offer 'The Dingle', also known as 'The Secret Garden', a historic, prize-winning garden located in the highly desirable area of Caswell. The garden has the benefit of detailed planning consent for an outstanding contemporary property, accessed via a private road off Caswell Road. Please click on the link provided to view the 'fly-through' of the eventual property and exiting garden.
A private, pre-arranged viewing is essential to appreciate the uniqueness and serenity of this magical place.
Detailed planning consent has been awarded by City and County of Swansea for a Grand Designs' style contemporary property, designed by the local, highly acclaimed, award-winning Architect, Huw Griffiths. The design strategy takes advantage of the natural landscape, creating inspiring living spaces with the property cantilevering out, floating amongst the tree canopies, enjoying views over the garden towards Langland Golf Course. This strategy allows for mature trees to be retained, enhancing this peaceful and private setting with the use of local limestone along with light grey Scottish Larch cladding, and a natural Sedum roof reflecting this beautiful setting. The timber brings additional texture and colour to the limestone on the exterior facade. Being naturally ventilated and well insulated with details such as skylights placed strategically at various points in the house, bringing in an abundance of daylight, engagement with nature is created at every possible opportunity throughout the seasons.
The accommodation of the intended property offers excellent flexibility, and briefly comprises bedroom suites, all with views of the garden, and ancillary rooms to the lower floor. The upper floor provides living accommodation which flows beautifully and includes a large open plan contemporary kitchen, dining and living space and separate, adjoining lounge, both of which boast floor-to-ceiling glass, and open on to the external terrace, spanning the width of the property, an idyllic setting for enjoying your surroundings to the full. This floor also offers a study/bedroom, large utility room and W.C/wet room, all leading from a central' hallway accessed via the main entrance which is to the rear of the property. There is also a large detached garage, with disabled W.C., and driveway providing excellent parking as well as a rear patio. Full drawings are available on request or can be viewed on-line ( - Application no. 2017/2271).
The garden itself offers a truly unique opportunity to acquire not only a substantial size plot within an area where a plot of any size is a rarity, but one which oozes prestige, magical charm and history.
This prize-winning garden, which measures an impressive 1.145acres (0.464ha) is registered as a Historic Garden of Wales by cadw and has passed through various phases during its existence, initially as a picturesque garden in 1925, with a cottage which was home to the Gardener and his family. Other phases include a tennis lawn for Summerland House, which sat above The Dingle, and it was an Officers' Mess for the American Army during the 1940's.
Located on the Gower Peninsular, and sitting on the edge of the country's first ever designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', with the Award-Winning bays of Langland and Caswell within close proximity, a lifestyle rich in benefitting from all that living in such an enviable location is guaranteed.
The extensive history of this unique garden has been well documented, and we are pleased to provide below some suggested sites for your perusal and enjoyment.
Www.Ahistoryofmumbles/thedingle (a history of Summerland House and The Dingle, by John Powell)
Facebook (The Dingle, Caswell)
Instagram (thesecretgardencaswell)
Pictures show a mix of photographs and computer generated images. The final photograph shows nearby Caswell Bay, which can be accessed via road or footpaths leading from the garden.
Whilst these particulars are believed to be accurate, they are set for guidance only and do not constitute any part of a formal contract. Dawsons have not checked the service availability of any appliances or central heating boilers which are included in the sale.
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