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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · BT23 8GP
For saleListed 97 days
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Beautifully presented detached bungalow in a sought-after location Spacious dual-aspect living room with inglenook fireplace and multi-fuel stove Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and adjoining conservatory Three well-proportioned bedrooms, including principal with en-suite Oil Fired Central Heating System And uPVC Double Glazed Windows Large tarmac driveway, detached garage with utility area, power and lighting Convenient Location Close To A Range Of Local Shops And Amenities Early Viewing Is Highly Recommended For This Beautiful Home Situated within the popular Old Forge development in Newtownards, this beautifully presented detached bungalow offers spacious, well-appointed accommodation, ideal for those seeking comfortable single-level living in a quiet yet convenient location.
The property is immaculately maintained throughout and opens with a welcoming entrance porch and hallway, complete with stylish herringbone flooring and useful built-in storage.
The generous dual-aspect living room is a superb space for relaxing, featuring a striking inglenook fireplace with a multi-fuel stove, creating a warm and inviting focal point.
The modern fitted kitchen is equipped with an excellent range of high and low level units, integrated appliances and ample workspace, flowing seamlessly into a bright conservatory overlooking the rear garden.
There are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, while a contemporary family shower room serves the remaining accommodation.
Externally, the property occupies a generous site with a large tarmac driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, a lawned garden to the front, and an enclosed west-facing rear garden.
Designed with outdoor living in mind, the rear garden features a patio, raised entertaining area with pergola, mature planting and excellent privacy.
A detached garage with utility area, power and lighting provides valuable additional storage and workspace.
Offering spacious accommodation, quality finishes and an enviable west-facing garden, this exceptional bungalow is ideally located close to local amenities, schools and transport links.
Early viewing is highly recommended. Accommodation Comprises: Porch Herringbone floor. Hall Herringbone floor, access to roof space via slingsby ladder and built in storage.
Living Room 4.11m x 6.10m (13'06 x 20) Large inglenook fireplace with a multi-fuel stove, wooden mantle, raised tiled hearth, solid wooden floor, dual aspect windows and recessed spotlights.
Kitchen 3.91m x 3.45m (12'10 x 11'04) Modern range of high and low level gloss units with wood effect work surfaces and upstands, inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer, excellent range of drawer units, integrated appliances including fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, double oven and black Gorenje extractor hood, four ring gas hob, recessed spotlighting, wall mounted radiator, laminate flooring.
Open to: Conservatory 3.91m x 3.51m (12'10 x 11'06) Wood laminate floor and access to rear garden. Bedroom 1 3.61m x 3.73m (11'10 x 12'03 ) Wood laminate floor.
En-Suite Modern white suite comprising low flush wc, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, tiled shower enclosure with electric shower, part panelled walls, vinyl floor, extractor fan.
Bedroom 2 3.63m x 3.15m (11'11 x 10'04 ) Wood laminate floor and built in robes. Bedroom 3 2.74m x 3.40m (9 x 11'02) Solid wood floor.
Family Shower Room Modern white suite comprising low flush wc, vanity unit with storage and mixer tap, walk in shower enclosure with electric shower, fully tiled walls, tiled floor, extractor fan.
Detached Garage 3.45m x 6.40m (11'04 x 21) Roller shutter door, plumbed for washing machine with space for tumble dryer, stainless steel sink unit, work surfaces and storage.
Outside Front & Side: Large tarmac driveway for multiple vehicles, garden in lawn, paved pathway, mature plants and shrubs.
Rear: Enclosed west-facing rear garden in lawn, patio area, raised patio entertainment area with pergola, oil tank, boiler house, outside tap and light, mature hedging, shrubs and plants.
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