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About
Situated within a well-established and convenient residential setting, this beautifully presented semi-detached bungalow offers a superb blend of modern finishes, practical living and versatile space.
Ideal for downsizers, professionals or those seeking comfortable single-level living.
The property is approached via an attractive resin driveway, providing ample off-street parking alongside an EV charging point, setting a contemporary and practical first impression.
Stepping inside, the entrance hall is both welcoming and functional, finished with Karndean flooring and providing access to the loft, along with a useful sense of space upon arrival.
The living room is positioned to the front of the property and offers a warm and inviting setting, enhanced by a large window fitted with plantation shutters, allowing natural light to filter through while maintaining privacy.
An electric fireplace provides a focal point, creating a cosy atmosphere ideal for relaxing. To the rear, the impressive kitchen diner forms the true heart of the home.
Thoughtfully designed with a range of fitted wall and base units, this space offers excellent functionality alongside a contemporary finish.
Dual patio doors to the side and rear create a seamless connection to the garden, flooding the room with natural light and making it perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
The property offers two well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys a peaceful rear aspect, complete with plantation shutters and a comfortable layout.
The second bedroom provides excellent flexibility, equally suited as a guest room, additional reception space or home office.
The bathroom is stylishly appointed and fully tiled, featuring both a bath and separate shower cubicle, vanity unit and heated towel rail, offering a practical yet refined space.
Externally, the property continues to impress. Prior Dene has been thoughtfully arranged with accessibility in mind, offering a practical and welcoming environment for a range of needs.
To the front, a smooth tarmac driveway provides easy approach and convenient off-street parking, ensuring step-free access into the home.
Creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces and making day-to-day living both comfortable and inclusive.
The rear garden, with an east-facing aspect, provides a pleasant outdoor space with decking ideal for morning and daytime enjoyment, alongside useful features including power and lighting.
A standout addition is the garden room, complete with power and lighting, offering a versatile space ideal for home working, hobbies or relaxation, complemented further by a separate storage area.
Combining thoughtful upgrades, flexible accommodation and a highly convenient location, this property presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy modern bungalow living in a well-connected part of Darlington.
Prior Dene sits within easy reach of Darlington town centre and Cockerton, with its wide range of shops, restaurants and everyday amenities.
CALL NOW TO VIEW Council Tax Band: B (Darlington Borough Council) Tenure: Freehold Entrance hall Consumer unit, Karndean flooring, Loft access, Part opaque double glazed door to side, Radiator, Smoke alarm, Living room Double glazed window to front, Electric fireplace, Radiator, Telephone point, TV point, Carpet flooring, Plantation shutters, Kitchen/diner Fitted kitchen, Wall and base units, Patio doors to side, Patio doors to rear, Double glazed window to side, Stainless steel 1 bowl sink drainer, Laminate work surfaces, Partially tiled, Electric oven, Gas hob, Cooker hood, Combination boiler, Plumbing for washing machine, Plumbing for dishwasher, Radiator, Karndean flooring, Plantation shutters, Inset lighting, Bedroom 1 Double glazed window to rear, Plantation shutters, Radiator, Carpet flooring, Bedroom 2/Reception Double glazed window to front, Plantation shutters, Radiator, Carpet flooring, Bathroom Double glazed window to side, Bath, Shower cubicle, Vanity unit, Extractor fan, WC, Fully tiled, Plantation shutters, Heated towel rail, OUTSIDE Front Garden Resin driveway, Accessibility ramp, Outside lighting, Outside tap, Decorative gravel, EV charging point, Rear Garden Shed, Double power socket, Decking, Outside lighting, Garden Room Power, Lighting, Double glazed window to side, Double glazed window to front,
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