Inside the most expensive houses for sale in Swansea right now – Wales Online

Got a spare million or two laying around? Fancy snapping up some of the best real estate Swansea has to offer? Then have a browse at some of these.

There's some truly magnificent houses on the market in the city at the moment, just waiting to be snapped up.

Of course, it'll take a lot more than digging around behind the sofa to find the sort of cash needed to get the keys into one of these fine properties, but those with the wealth to do just that will find themselves in the lap of luxury, with views to die for.

We've taken a closer look at some of the most expensive houses up for sale at the moment, to show exactly what you'll be getting for your money if you decide to take the plunge.

And for the rest of us, well, we can dream...

Price tag: 2,750,000

The Old Vicarage House offers spectacular, uninterrupted sea views over Langland Bay.

It's described by Fine and Country as a "beautiful, extensive, detached family home with character and original details in abundance".

The interior of the home boasts high ceilings, tall skirting boards, decorative coving, original features and mammoth windows throughout.

Located at Higher Lane in Langland, it features seven bedrooms, four bathrooms and five reception rooms.

The garden has three patio areas; the largest comes directly off the TV room via the large patio doors, creating a wonderful, spacious area to entertain and has steps leading directly to the extensive lawn area.

The grounds have a private gated entrance directly onto the coastal path which is a fantastic 38 mile long path running around Gower (from Mumbles to Crofty).

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The kitchen is described as a beautifully light space housing original parquet floor, bespoke fitted rustic French antique style units and matching island topped with granite worktops.

The lounge features an enormous bay window to the rear exposing those stunning sea views, and two archways have decorative coving one of which houses an imposing cast iron and tile fireplace with wood panel surround, laid on granite hearth and inset gas fire.

Call Fine & Country on 01792 293107.

Price tag: 2,650,000

Shirecombe House is described as "a hidden gem" sitting within 2.96 acres at the end of a long, private, wooded driveway at Bendrick Drive, Southgate, with the most spectacular panoramas of Three Cliffs and Oxwich Bay.

Accompanying Shirecombe House is The Coach House - a detached four-bedroom house which has been renovated to a high standard with potential to be used as a holiday let or separate annex for family members.

It features five bedrooms, four en-suite shower rooms, three reception rooms, and extensive private grounds.

Upon entering the home via a grand wooden front door, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hallway, which then leads directly into the lounge.

The lounge houses original features such as fireplace and beautiful staircase, the light floods into this room via large windows which have views out onto the woodland and gardens.

You can see the stunning gardens and witness views of Three Cliffs and across to Oxwich Bay from the kitchen area. The family room provides an informal lounge area with fireplace and double French doors leading onto the patio at the side of the house. The dining room is sat centrally and is described as a perfect spot for entertaining.

Upstairs, the main bedroom features spectacular views of Three Cliffs, Oxwich Bay and Pennard Golf course. The bedroom also boasts a generous en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobes. Also on this floor are two further double bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms, a fourth double bedroom with en-suite WC and a family bathroom with free standing bath.

The entire second floor houses the fifth and final bedroom with "out of this world" views.

Externally, there is an extensive gravelled driveway, lawned area, patio which wraps around the majority of the property and a rustic/natural woodland.

There are four garages, store sheds and substantial wood store. You will find a private gated access at the bottom of the garden to the footpath which leads directly down to Pobbles beach and to the Gower coastal path where you can walk and explore the headland and beaches on the Gower peninsula for hours.

Call Dawsons Mumbles on 01792 293102.

Price tag: 2 million

Westwinds is located in the very desirable location of Langland Bay and offers "the ultimate in luxury contemporary living".

Designed by locally renowned architect Huw Griffiths, it features an impressive entrance hall with a feature 'curved' staircase.

Across 4,110 square feet, it has a sea-facing lounge along with a bedroom suite which enjoys 'floor-to-ceiling' glass incorporating French doors which open on to a covered terrace and garden.

It also has a front facing bedroom suite with balcony access which has the benefit of unrivalled views over Langland Golf Course, a luxury family bathroom and further large double bedroom with en-suite facilities.

Call Dawsons on 01792 293341 for more information on the property.

Price tag: 1,500,000

Fancy a six bedroom house with spectacular country views?

There's one up for grabs at Backingston Lane in Bishopston.

It also has four bathrooms and six reception rooms, not to mention its 7.2 acres of land containing beautiful gardens.

There's a library, drawing room, sitting room, TV room, kitchen and dining room, and utility room - you'll almost lose yourself.

It has a lovely kitchen with red quarry tiled flooring, which is a very light and airy space, with plentiful windows to enjoy the scenery, and houses many low level cream oak units with solid oak worktops and a stunning oil fired Watson England Range Cooker in forest green with two top plates.

The dining area has Bordeaux pine flooring, half clad walls and patio doors out to the terrace, where you can enjoy al fresco dining whilst entertaining family and friends or for simply enjoying your morning coffee whilst admiring the vista.

The TV room is described as a very cosy, yet generous space, with high ceilings, a picture rail and views over the beautiful garden adjacent to the driveway.

There's a master suite which offers up incredible views. It is flooded with natural light and is home to a large dressing room and a very large en-suite with fully tiled walls, a free standing bath, vanity unit, WC, a separate shower cubicle and spot lights to the floor and ceiling.

Call Fine & Country on 01792 293107.

Price tag: 1,250,000

It's set in one of the most sought after beachside locations in the area and boasts breathtaking sea views over Langland Bay.

Located on Langland Bay Road, there's five bedrooms, three bathrooms and two reception rooms and is just a stone's throw away from the beach and coastal path.

The versatile accommodation comprises; garden room, lounge, dining room, kitchen, lean-to, bathroom, cloakroom & bedrooms four and five to the ground floor. To the first floor you have a utility area, bedroom one, bedroom two (with en-suite) & bedroom three (with en-suite).

Externally to the front you have private driveway parking for three vehicles leading to the garage. The rockery garden is home to a variety of trees & shrubs.

Steps lead up to a raised seating area which boasts wonderful sea views of Langland Bay and beyond. There are also views of Langland golf course.

Call Astleys in Mumbles on 01792 925008.

Price tag: 1,150,000

This stunning property is located at Anderson Lane in Southgate.

We're talking four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and four reception rooms.

There's an abundance of natural light thanks to the full ceiling height, the open mezzanine style Strasdin joinery staircase and a pretty feature window overlooking the stairway.

The hallway has tiled flooring, a handy under the stairs storage cupboard and leads to all living areas. The entire ground floor is equipped with underfloor heating.

The family room is big, with a lavish amount of glass which looks out to the grounds of the home, therefore providing a naturally bright room.

The kitchen/ breakfast room is a good social spot due to its sheer size and all it can encompass.

The room houses a kitchen area, dining area and room for lounge seating, a nice space which is clearly the heart of the family home. The kitchen itself is a very generous size and very well appointed.

It's within private grounds, with an electric gate and long driveway, and is complete with beautiful gardens with level lawns and patio areas.

There's great facilities for drivers, with a triple integrated garage.

Interested? You can call Fine & Country on 01792 293107 if you'd like a look around.

Price tag: 1 million

It's been labelled one of Gower's most exceptional homes, and is available at just 1 million - a bargain compared to the others on this list, right?

Based at Penrice in Oxwich, Sanctuary Farm is a substantial five bedroom property believed to have been built in approximately the 12th century, set in the beautiful rural location of Penrice at the edge of Millwood.

Boasting roughly an acre plot, there is an idyllic country garden which benefits from two ponds and is bordered by woodland and countryside.

Steeped in history, the property has an abundance of both character and charm and its origins are traditionally linked to the knights of St John of Jerusalem who are believed to have resided at Sanctuary Farm. The property is also thought to have acted as a nunnery in the 13th century.

It has five bedrooms, five bathrooms and five reception rooms.

There's 5,059 square feet of internal space, and is only a short distance from Oxwich and Three Cliffs Bay.

It has approximately one acre of beautiful grounds with two ponds and is bordered by woodland.

Call Astleys in Mumbles on 01792 925008.

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