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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · DL16 7HG
For saleListed 63 days
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Robinsons are delighted to offer to the market this rarely available, extended TWO BEDROOM LINK-DETACHED BUNGALOW, situated on the highly desirable Ridgeside development at North Close, on the outskirts of the popular village of Kirk Merrington.
Offered to the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN, this impressive home is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers.
Ideally positioned approximately two miles from Spennymoor town centre, the property is within easy reach of a wide range of local shops, amenities and schools.
The location is also particularly convenient for commuters, with excellent road links to the A19 and A1(M), providing easy access to Durham City, Darlington, Teesside and surrounding areas.
Having been thoughtfully extended, this attractive bungalow offers well-proportioned and versatile accommodation, complemented by attractive gardens, ample off-road parking and a larger-than-average garage.
Further benefits include UPVC double glazing and gas central heating. We strongly recommend an internal inspection to fully appreciate the size, standard and excellent location of this superb home.
The accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hallway, spacious lounge, beautiful modern extended fitted kitchen, extended dining room, two well-proportioned double bedrooms and a stylish family shower room.
Externally, the property occupies a generous corner plot, with well-maintained and easy-to-manage gardens to both the front and rear.
There is also off-road parking and a larger-than-average garage, providing excellent additional storage and parking facilities.
EPC Rating TBC Council Tax Band C Hallway - Large storage cupboards, radiator and upvc window Lounge - 4.98m x 3.68m (16'4 x 12'1) - Upvc bay window, radiator, gas fire and surround Dining Room - 5.61m x 2.16m (18'5 x 7'1) - upvc window, radiator, French doors leading to rear Kitchen - 5.66m x 2.62m (18'7 x 8'7) - Modern white wall & base unit, integrated oven, hob, extractor fan, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, radiator, upvc window, loft access, tiled splash backs, stainless steeel sink with mixer tap with drainer, access to garage Bedroom One - 3.71m x 3.20m (12'2 x 10'6) - Upvc window, radiator Bedroom Two - 3.20m x 3.05m (10'6 x 10'0) - Upvc window, radiator Shower Room - 2.31m x 2.01m (7'7 x 6'7) - Large walk in shower cubicle, wash hand basin, w/c, upvc window, tiled splashbacks, chrome towel rail Externally - Large enclosed easy to maintain garden to the front elevation, double length block paved driveway which leads to a garage.
Whilst to the rear there is a good sized garden and patio Garage - 5.56m x 2.67m (18'3 x 8'9) - Power & Lighting, upvc window Agents Notes - Council Tax: Durham County Council, Band C Tenure: Freehold Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements are for guidance only Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas Central Heating Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – vendor advises fibre infrastructure installed -please refer to the Ofcom Website – Building Safety – The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues.
However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm.
Restrictions – covenants which affect the property are within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – no Probate –NA Rights & Easements – None known Flood risk – refer to the Gov website - Coastal Erosion – refer to the Gov website - Protected Trees – None known Planning Permission – Nothing in the local area to affect this property that we are aware of.
Accessibility/Adaptations – stair access only, no lift Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required by your legal representative.
Disclaimer: Our details have been compiled in good faith using publicly available sources and information obtained from the vendor prior to marketing.
Verification and clarification of this information, along with any further details concerning Material Information parts A, B & C, should be sought from a legal representative or appropriate authorities before making any financial commitments.
Robinsons cannot accept liability for any information provided subsequent amendments or unintentional errors or omissions.
HMRC Compliance requires all estate agents to carry out identity checks on their customers, including buyers once their offer has been accepted.
These checks must be completed for each purchaser who will become a legal owner of the property. An administration fee of £42 (inc. VAT) per individual purchaser applies for carrying out these checks.
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