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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · DH4 4QF
For saleListed 241 days
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About
Tucked away at the head of a small, private cul de sac, this spacious, individual detached bungalow has an extensive site of around a third of an acre and benefits from good-sized surrounding gardens, a large garage and block paved parking for numerous vehicles.
The wonderful outside space is matched by the very generous internal layout, which has been vastly improved by the current owner to create an exceptional family home.
The accommodation includes two large reception rooms and three double bedrooms.
The main living room is situated at the rear, extending to 19ft, and features bi-fold doors that open to the patio and southerly facing back garden.
The living room opens onto the 16ft dining room, which has access to the refitted contemporary kitchen featuring a Rangemaster cooker.
Adjacent to the kitchen, the 16ft utility room has matching refitted contemporary units and a laundry area.
There are three double size bedrooms and a spacious refitted family bathroom, with a white suite and a shower enclosure.
The much improved specification includes gas central heating with a replacement Baxi combination boiler, replacement uPVC double glazing, uPVC roofline and upgraded electrical rewiring.
This impressive detached property combines so many appealing features and is a rare find, so early viewing is recommended. Oaklea is situated on the outskirts of Shiney Row village.
The nearby excellent road network allows easy access to Chester le Street, Durham City, Sunderland, Gateshead and Newcastle upon Tyne.
MATERIAL INFORMATION: In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material Information in Property Listings Guidance PART A Local Authority – Sunderland City Council Council Tax Band – D Tenure – Freehold PART B Property Type – Detached Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken are the maximum dimensions available between internal walls unless otherwise indicated Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains, metered Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas boiler with radiators Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – Parking – Garage and off street parking PART C Building Safety – The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues.
However, we would recommend that the purchaser engage the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm Restrictions – None Covenants - Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register, which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – Not included Conservation Area - No Article 4 Planning Restricted area - No Rights & Easements- See Land registry Title Register Flood risk – Rivers and Seas: Very low.
Surface Water: Very low. Coastal Erosion – N/A Planning – 1994 Extension. Building Control – 2021 GASAFE Boiler installation. 2021 FENSA Replacement windows.
2022 NICEIC Rewire of all circuits Accessibility/Adaptations – None Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area. Further searches may be required.
The vendor has made no other Material Information disclosures. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor before marketing.
However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgment on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed.
If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.
HMRC supervises the legal obligation for all estate agents to conduct identity checks on their customers, including buyers, when their offer is accepted.
This must be completed per purchaser, who will become the legal owner(s) of the property in the transaction. There is a £30 (inc VAT) administration fee per individual purchaser for these checks.
Value & comps
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Returns
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