Dream of living the Rutshire lifestyle, minus the scandals, affairs and boardroom battles? Well now you can because Freddie and Val's spectacular ‘Bella Vista’ mansion from Disney+'s hit series Rivals has hit the market!
The property plays a starring role in the hit adaptation of Jilly Cooper's beloved novel and, with so much on offer, it’s no surprise that Danny Dyer absolutely loved filming there.
Known in real life as Foxfield, the extraordinary Welsh estate has been owned by the same family for over 25 years.
Inviting offers over £8 million, the exclusive estate sits within 24 acres of countryside in the affluent village of Lisvane, just north of Cardiff.
While prospective buyers may not find Rupert Campbell-Black charging across the grounds on horseback, they will discover a home built for entertaining on a suitably grand scale.
Designed with entertaining in mind, the luxury residence features a formal dining room seating up to 16 guests, a wine cellar, orangery, multiple reception rooms, a bar area and no fewer than seven en-suite bedrooms.
Additional amenities include a gym, yoga studio, home offices, extensive garaging and it comes complete with picturesque, landscaped grounds, making Foxfield one of the most impressive private residences currently on the market in Wales.
One of the mansion’s most striking features is a handcrafted American white oak staircase spanning three floors.
“Visitors are always captivated by the stunning staircase, a centrepiece that never ceases to amaze,” says the vendor. “Even after 20 years, it still takes one's breath away.”
Beyond its screen credentials, the stately home has welcomed many notable guests over the years.
“Foxfield has been a hub for family and friends,” the vendor explains. “We created a space that grew alongside the family and became a venue for countless joyous occasions, milestone birthdays, anniversaries and even NSPCC charity events.”
It's not hard to imagine the occasional Cameron Cook-esque gathering spilling from the drawing room into the gorgeous gardens.
“As a family involved in property development, this project held special significance, blending our personal ambition with professional expertise. Proudly rooted in Welsh heritage, the family worked with a Welsh architect and prioritised using local materials and craftsmen, making the construction of Foxfield a tribute to our cultural pride.”
Reflecting on the project, the vendor adds: “Spanning three years, the build was a monumental undertaking, yet the result was a home that, despite its grandeur, remains warm and inviting.”
With the racy new series of Rivals continuing to attract a devoted audience and interest in filming locations showing no sign of slowing, if you’ve ever wondered what life inside one of television's most glamorous mansions might look like, here is your chance to live the riveting Rivals lifestyle!
Image caption: Danny Dyer's TV mansion
Image caption: Danny Dyer plays Freddie Jones in the hit series © Disney+