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Sold STCListed 219 days
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About
An opportunity to acquire this charming and characterful two double bedroom ground floor garden apartment with bright and spacious accommodation throughout, its own private entrance, a driveway and garage, along with a stunning sunny and secluded rear garden.
Situated in a popular residential location within very easy reach of the clifftops, award-winning beaches, and the vibrant town centres at both Boscombe and Southbourne Grove.
The property can be accessed via its own private entrance, which in turn leads into the entrance hallway which is very spacious and creates a welcoming first impression on arrival to this ground-floor apartment.
There is then plenty of space for shoes and coats, along with storage provided with an airing cupboard, a cloakroom, and there is a separate WC.
The hallway leads to all principal rooms with access to the bright and spacious living room, stunning kitchen/breakfast/dining room, two generous double bedrooms, and a shower room.
The hallway flows through to the rear of the property, where you can find the hub of this home, which is the bright and spacious living room which offers a fantastic space for entertaining with friends and family.
This room enjoys a pleasant outlook over the sunny and secluded rear garden, with a dual aspect presenting lots of natural light to this room.
There is a box bay window with double opening doors which lead out to the garden. The living room is a very generous size with a focal point provided with the log burner and attractive surround.
There is then lots of space for large sofa suites, the potential for individual chairs, a coffee table, and a TV set up.
You could also have a dining table and chairs within this room, should you wish to have the reception room as a living/dining room.
Another highlight of this fantastic home is the kitchen/breakfast/dining room, this room has been finished with a high-end range of base and eye-level kitchen units with a luxurious work surface over.
A feature peninsula breakfast bar creates a social space for three or four kitchen stools allowing the ability to sit within the kitchen.
There is an integral dishwasher, along with the space for a Rangemaster cooker. The reception space to this room creates a dining area ideal for a dining table and chairs.
The kitchen then leads to the side of the property, with a lobby area with a door leading out to the side driveway, and access to the utility area, an additional WC, and a sunroom.
The utility area has plenty of space and plumbing for domestic appliances with the space for a fridge/freezer, a washing machine and tumble dryer. The sunroom then leads out to the garden.
The principal bedroom is very spacious in size with the potential for a king-size bed, with plenty of room for further bedroom furniture, and the option to have either freestanding or fitted wardrobes.
There is a feature box bay with double opening doors leading to the sunny and secluded rear garden.
Bedroom two is a good size and can accommodate a double bed, with the potential for further bedroom furniture, and with the option for freestanding or fitted wardrobes.
This room also has a bay window with an attractive window seat.
The shower room has the ability to add your own stamp and requires finishing; there is a shower cubicle in situ with the remainder of this room requiring some finishing touches.
Externally the property is kept well and presents positive first impressions on arrival.
There is a gated and walled front garden, with a pathway leading to the front door, and the remainder of the front garden being laid to lawn.
To one side of the property is a driveway with off-road parking and a garage.
To the other side is gated access to the sunny and secluded rear garden, there is also access to the lobby and utility room.
A particular feature of this home is a generous sunny and secluded rear garden which is ideal for the whole family to enjoy and presenting a perfect area for entertaining with both family and friends throughout the year.
This excellent garden area has an expansive patio area which has plenty of space for outside furniture and is perfect for al-fresco dining or enjoying a BBQ with friends and family.
The remainder of the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of raised borders ideal for flowers, shrubs, and trees.
The garden has a fantastic setting, with a southerly aspect, and must be seen to appreciate the stunning outside space on offer.
Boscombe is a popular location, and this fantastic home is situated in a sought-after residential road with nearby scenic walks through woodland walks, which lead to the clifftop and the award-winning beaches.
Locally you have great shopping facilities with good options in the vibrant Southbourne Grove, Pokesdown, or Boscombe high street.
There is also a good range of local amenities and great transport links within very easy reach of the property.
The transport links include a regular bus service and a nearby train station at Pokesdown.
Agents Note: We have been advised by the sellers that the benefit of the Freehold of the whole property will be sold with the apartment.
Property Information: Tenure: Freehold Maintenance: As & When - 50/50 Split Council Tax Band: C EPC Rating: TBC
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