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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · DE11 8GX
Sold STCListed 65 days
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About
The welcoming entrance hallway has stairs rising to the first floor, with a door to the right opening into the sitting room.
A front-facing window provides plenty of natural light, while a connecting door leads through to the kitchen.
The kitchen/diner spans the full width of the property and is a particular feature of the home.
It is fitted with a stylish range of rich royal blue cabinets, complemented by oak-effect worktops and a stainless steel one-and-a-half bowl sink with mixer tap.
Integrated appliances include an induction hob with extractor hood, electric oven, fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
There is ample space for a dining table, while French doors overlook and open directly onto the rear garden.
A useful contemporary cloakroom leads from the kitchen and is fitted with a WC and wash hand basin.
On the first floor are two excellent double bedrooms, both well proportioned and enjoying either views over the rear gardens or across the private drive to the front.
The modern white bathroom is fitted with a panel bath with mains shower over, glazed shower screen, WC and pedestal wash hand basin, together with complementary tiling, chrome fittings, extractor fan and a ladder-style heated towel rail.
Outside - The property is approached via a wide shared private driveway, with two allocated off-road parking spaces directly to the front.
Gated side access leads around to the rear garden, which is surprisingly generous for a modern development.
The garden features a large paved patio, lawned area and attractive railway sleeper-edged raised beds, creating an excellent space for outdoor seating and entertaining.
Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices. A Transfer of the land in this title contains restrictive covenants.
There is an annual communal maintenance charge payable to Trustgreen.
Property construction: Standard Parking: Driveway Electricity supply: Mains Water supply: Mains Sewerage: Mains Heating: Mains gas (Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Fibre - See Ofcom link for speed: Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link Local Authority/Tax Band: North West Leicestershire District Council / Tax Band B Useful Websites: Our Ref: JGA/20082026 The property information provided by John German Estate Agents Ltd is based on enquiries made of the vendor and from information available in the public domain.
If there is any point on which you require further clarification, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
Please note if your enquiry is of a legal or structural nature, we advise you to seek advice from a qualified professional in their relevant field.
We are required by law to comply fully with The Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and as such need to complete AML ID verification and proof / source of funds checks on all buyers and, where relevant, cash donors once an offer is accepted on a property.
We use the Checkboard app to complete the necessary checks, this is not a credit check and therefore will have no effect on your credit history.
With effect from 1st March 2025 a non-refundable compliance fee of £30.00 inc.
VAT per buyer / donor will be required to be paid in advance when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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Deal
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