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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · DH1 5AQ
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*** RARE TO THE MARKET, LARGE PLOT WITH MATURE GARDENS, SPACIOUS DETACHED BUNGALOW, LENGTHY DRIVEWAY WITH DOUBLE GARAGE, SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION, VIEWINGS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED *** Rare to the market, this stunning three bedroom detached bungalow is located on the hugely popular Westcott Drive in Durham.
The property boasts a large plot with extensive mature gardens and will appeal to a wide range of purchasers.
The property comprises: an entrance porch, hallway, spacious living room, dining room, modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, WC and a conservatory.
There is a master bedroom with en suite and dressing area, two further bedrooms, a bathroom and a cloakroom. The property benefits from wrap around gardens to the front, side and rear.
The mature gardens include areas of lawn, paved patios, planted borders and raised planters. There is a lengthy driveway leading to an integral double garage.
Viewings are highly recommended for potential purchasers to fully appreciate the standard of the accommodation on offer.
Westcott Drive is situated close to the University Hospital of North Durham, excellent schools and is located close to local shops, amenities and is approximately 1 mile from Durham City Centre.
It also lies within easy reach of the A(167) Highway which provides good road links to both North and South.
Front External To the front of the property is a lengthy driveway leading to an integral double garage. Entrance Porch With carpet flooring.
Hallway Including carpet flooring and two radiators.
Living Room 6.052m x 4.578m Spacious living room including carpet flooring, two radiators and a patio door leading to the rear garden. French doors lead to the conservatory.
Dining Room 4.324m x 3.167m Dining room with carpet flooring, a radiator and a patio door leading to the rear garden.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room 6.067m x 3.021m Modern kitchen including fitted wall and base units with a contrasting work surface, one and a half sink/drainer with a mixer tap, an integrated double electric oven, four ring induction hob, an extractor fan, an integrated dishwasher, tiled splash back, carpet flooring, a radiator, double glazed windows to the front and rear.
Utility Room The utility room includes fitted wall and base units with a contrasting work surface, sink/drainer with a mixer tap, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer, tiled splash back, carpet flooring, two radiators, a double glazed window to the rear and a door leading to the rear garden.
WC With a low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, carpet flooring, a radiator and a door leading to the rear garden.
Conservatory 4.154m x 3.87m Including carpet flooring, two radiators and French doors leading to the rear garden.
Master Bedroom 6.805m x 3.202m Master bedroom including extensive fitted wardrobes, carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window to the front.
Dressing Area 3.323m x 2.021m With carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window to the side.
En Suite 2.263m x 1.585m En suite including a shower cubicle with an electric shower, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, a radiator, tiled flooring, partially tiled walls and an extractor fan.
Bedroom Two 5.157m x 3.343m Bedroom with extensive fitted wardrobes, carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window to the side.
Bedroom Three 4.582m x 3.343m Bedroom including extensive fitted wardrobes, carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window to the side.
Bathroom 3.738m x 2.298m Bathroom including a bath, a shower cubicle with a mains shower, a low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, a cupboard housing the boiler, carpet flooring, partially tiled walls, a radiator, an extractor fan and a double glazed window to the side.
Cloak Room 2.298m x 1.728m Including a built in wardrobe, carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window to the side.
Double Garage 4.931m x 4.85m Large integral garage including a remote controlled electric door, fitted wall and base units with a work surface, power and light.
Gardens The property sits on a stunning plot and benefits from wrap around gardens to the front, side and rear.
The mature gardens include areas of lawn, paved patios, planted borders and raised planters. There is a large shed and gated side access to the front. Agent Notes 1.
The property is in council tax band F. 2. The seller has informed us that the property is freehold. 3. Utilities - Mains water, sewerage, electricity and gas. 4.
Ultrafast broadband available to this property (checker.ofcom.org.uk) 5. Flood Risk - Rivers and Sea - very low, Surface Water - very low (gov.uk) 6.
The property has solar panels, which are owned outright by the seller. Disclaimer The preceding details have been sourced from the seller and the websites listed above.
Verification and clarification of this information, along with any further details concerning Material Information parts A, B & C, should be sought from a legal representative or appropriate authorities.
Newfield Estates cannot accept liability for any information provided.
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