2-bedroom bungalow · LE11 3PS
For saleListed 92 days
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About
On Sandalwood Road in Forest Side - one of Loughborough’s most desirable residential areas - this two-bedroom detached bungalow sits on a lovely, mature plot with a generous driveway and a wonderfully private rear garden.
Opportunities to purchase in this location are few and far between, and with no onward chain, it offers a rare chance to secure a bungalow in a setting that is consistently in demand.
The property will appeal to downsizers, empty nesters, investors, and families who enjoy bungalow living, thanks to its excellent potential to modernise, remodel or extend.
The existing footprint is spacious and lends itself naturally to reconfiguration, whether that means shifting bedrooms to the front, creating a large open-plan living space at the rear, or converting the integral garage.
Although some updating is required, the bungalow remains in good general condition, giving buyers a strong foundation to work from.
The frontage has a charming, tucked-away feel, with a wide driveway, mature shrubs and access to the integral garage.
Stepping inside, you enter a centrally positioned hallway that provides a natural flow through the home.
A cloakroom sits off the hall, along with a useful study area that leads towards the main reception room.
The living room occupies the front right corner and is notably large, having been increased in size by the current owner.
Dual-aspect windows bring in excellent natural light, and a feature fireplace adds character.
Its size and position make it a highly flexible space - it could remain a superb main reception room or be repurposed as a generous master bedroom with ensuite, given its proximity to existing plumbing.
The kitchen, at the front left, is also a good size and fully functional, with ample storage, worktop space, an eye-level oven and grill, gas hob, stainless-steel sink and room for appliances.
While ready for modernisation, it is perfectly serviceable.
At the rear, the dining room provides another spacious reception area, with sliding doors opening onto the patio and framing lovely views of the garden.
The master bedroom sits at the back left and is a comfortable double with built-in wardrobes and garden views.
A second double bedroom lies to the back-right side of the property, also overlooking the garden.
A shower room, which contains a three-piece suite including a large shower cubicle, basin and w/c, serves both bedrooms.
The rear portion of the bungalow - incorporating the master bedroom, dining room, garage and second bedroom - offers excellent potential for reconfiguration or extension (subject to planning), whether creating a large L-shaped living area that wraps around the garden outlook, or something more bespoke.
The rear garden is mature, private and full of charm. It has long been enjoyed as an enchanting space with established trees, shrubs, wildlife, a patio, and a beautifully green backdrop.
It is wonderfully peaceful and offers huge potential for a new owner to put their stamp on.
In summary, this is a rare Forest Side bungalow with superb potential, a generous plot, flexible layout options and no onward chain - a fantastic opportunity in one of Loughborough’s most desirable neighbourhoods.
Early viewing is strongly encouraged. Forest Side itself is leafy, quiet and perfectly placed for schools, the town centre, the university and the Outwoods.
With excellent amenities, strong transport links and beautiful surrounding countryside, it remains one of Loughborough’s most attractive places to live.
Value & comps
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About 74, Sandalwood Road, Leicestershire
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