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£1,995,000

Howe Mill Farm, St. Mary Church, Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan CF71

Land size
7.07 acres
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Distinguished 1850s period residence beautifully blending original character features with a comprehensive, high-specifications contemporary renovation.
  • Extensive and versatile living space with five elegant reception rooms, ideal for both formal entertaining and relaxed family living.
  • Stunning bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with handmade cabinetry, premium integrated appliances, central island and adjoining family living space.
  • Exceptional finish throughout with underfloor heating across both floors and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Impressive gated approach via coach house-style archway, leading to a substantial driveway and detached double garage with versatile loft room above.
  • Grounds in total extending to approximately 7.074 acres.

Description

This exceptional six-bedroom detached period property, with original parts dating back to 1850, offers a rare blend of timeless elegance and contemporary luxury, having been thoughtfully extended and fully renovated by the current owners.

Presented and maintained to an extremely high standard throughout, the home is a testament to quality craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.

The spacious accommodation is arranged over two floors and benefits from underfloor heating throughout. Five beautifully proportioned reception rooms provide a wealth of options for entertaining, relaxation, and family living, making it ideal for a large or extended family. The dining room and study, part of the original property have exposed stone fireplaces, within the dining room is an Esse cooking range. The lounge is a generous sized reception, with feature window overlooking the mill pond and chase. A wood burning stove is set in an ornate natural stone fireplace. The garden/ leisure room is filled with natural light with two pairs of French doors to both side aspects.

At the heart of the home lies the impressive kitchen/breakfast room, featuring bespoke handmade fitted units with complementary work surfaces and a central island incorporating a breakfast bar. There are integrated premium appliances and space for a range cooker. Leading off the kitchen is a comfortable dual aspect living room with arched windows flanking a wood burning stove, along with a practical utility room and boot room, perfectly suited to busy family life.

To the first floor, six beautifully proportioned bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged, each enjoying an abundance of natural light and captivating views across the surrounding grounds. The sense of space and tranquillity continues throughout, with each room designed to offer both comfort and elegance.

The principal suite provides a luxurious sanctuary within the home. This impressive space is complemented by a well-appointed dressing room and a striking en-suite bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath, ideal for relaxation, alongside a contemporary shower and steam room enclosure, finished to an exceptional standard.

Bedroom two also benefits from its own stylish en-suite shower room, providing added privacy and convenience for guests or family members. The remaining bedrooms are served by a superbly designed family bathroom, beautifully finished with high-quality fittings, a statement freestanding bath, and a generous spa-like, wet room-style shower enclosure.

The property is approached via an impressive coach house–style arched entrance, creating a striking first impression and a wonderful sense of arrival. Remote-controlled double gates open gracefully onto a substantial resin-laid driveway, offering extensive parking for numerous vehicles and lending both practicality and prestige to the approach.

Positioned within the grounds, a detached double garage is complemented by a highly versatile loft room above, presenting an excellent opportunity for use as a home office, studio, gym, or potential ancillary accommodation, subject to any necessary consents.

To the rear, the extensive, beautifully maintained mature gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and feature an abundance of established trees, shrubs, and colourful flower borders, providing year-round interest and an exceptional degree of privacy. A series of tiered paved patio areas have been carefully designed to make the most of the setting, providing elegant spaces for al fresco dining, summer gatherings, and quiet enjoyment of the surrounding landscape.

To one side of the property lies a charming and idyllic garden area, centred around a picturesque millpond and gentle watercourse, which meanders attractively towards the River Thaw. This enchanting feature enhances the natural beauty of the setting and creates a tranquil, almost parkland-like atmosphere. Originally a historic mill, the property retains its enchanting original mill race, now a striking and tranquil feature. A driveway continues through to a large field bordered by mature hedgerow, making the grounds particularly suitable for equestrian use or a range of outdoor pursuits.

Altogether, the property offers grounds of exceptional beauty and functionality, extending in total to approximately 7.074 acres.


EPC Rating: D

Disclaimer

These particulars are provided as a general guide only and do not form part of any contract or offer. While believed to be accurate, they are not guaranteed. Some images may include CGI or digitally enhanced furnishings for illustrative purposes only and are not included in the sale. All negotiations must be conducted through Herbert R Thomas.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
H
Date Posted
2026-06-30

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 456 Homes with Land listings in Wales (5+ acres).

This Property£282,178 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £55,265 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Air Source Heat Pump
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

80 Mbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Llanfair Primary School563 metres
    Pupils
    142
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Ysgol Iolo Morganwg1.3 miles
    Pupils
    195
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    Welsh medium school / provision (including transitional)
  • Y Bont Faen Primary School1.4 miles
    Pupils
    269
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Cowbridge School1.6 miles
    Pupils
    1,559
    Type
    Middle (ages 3-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • St Athan Primary School2.9 miles
    Pupils
    212
    Type
    Nursery, Infants & Juniors
    Language
    English medium school / provision

Secondary

  • Cowbridge School1.6 miles
    Pupils
    1,559
    Type
    Middle (ages 3-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Llantwit Major School3 miles
    Pupils
    980
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Ysgol Llanhari4.9 miles
    Pupils
    647
    Type
    Middle (ages 3-19)
    Language
    Welsh medium school / provision (including transitional)
  • Pencoed Comprehensive6.2 miles
    Pupils
    882
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision
  • Y Pant Comprehensive6.6 miles
    Pupils
    1,461
    Type
    Secondary (ages 11-19)
    Language
    English medium school / provision

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Downs Express Petrol, Aberthin1.4 miles
Waitrose Cowbridge, Cowbridge, South Glamorgan1.5 miles
Tesco Cowbridge Express, Cowbridge, South Glamorgan1.6 miles

GP surgery

Cowbridge & Vale Medical Practice1.8 miles

Pharmacy

Great House Pharmacy1.6 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Llantwit Major Rail Station2.9 miles

Nearest bus stop

The Herberts Cross511 metres

Typical drive times

Pencoed19 min · 8.3 miles
Cowbridge5 min · 1.8 miles
Cardiff (city)26 min · 13 miles
Llantwit Major9 min · 3.5 miles
Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr20 min · 9 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Natural Resources Wales flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 3Higher risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

Surface water

Within the mapped surface water zoneMapped risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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