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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · EX23 8DF
For saleListed 80 days
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About
Occupying a corner plot within a well-established Bude residential location, 2 Blanchminster Road presents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a detached dormer bungalow offering considerable scope for renovation and improvement.
Requiring modernisation throughout, the property provides well-proportioned and flexible accommodation, together with excellent potential for purchasers wishing to create a home tailored to their own tastes and requirements.
The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hall, living room, separate dining room, kitchen, two ground floor double bedrooms, shower room and separate WC.
To the first floor is a further double bedroom together with an extensive loft space providing excellent storage and potential.
Externally, the property occupies a corner plot with gardens extending around the property with the bulk set to the side and benefits from a small offroad parking space.
Subject to any necessary planning consents, the property may also lend itself to reconfiguration or extension.
Conveniently situated within easy reach of Bude town centre, local amenities and the North Cornish coastline, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a property with genuine potential in a sought-after location.
The property is offered with no onward chain.
Location Blanchminster Road is a popular and well-established residential address, conveniently situated within easy reach of Bude town centre and an excellent range of local amenities.
Bude offers a comprehensive selection of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, primary and secondary schooling together with a range of leisure facilities.
The town is perhaps best known for its stunning beaches, historic canal, golf course and spectacular South West Coast Path, all of which contribute to its reputation as one of North Cornwall's most desirable coastal towns.
The A39 Atlantic Highway lies approximately one mile away, providing convenient access north towards Bideford and Barnstaple, and south towards Wadebridge and the wider Cornish coastline.
Entrance Hall Part-glazed entrance door opening into a spacious hallway providing access to the principal accommodation. Staircase rising to the first floor with useful understairs storage cupboard.
Ceiling light, storage heater and carpeted flooring.
Living Room (3.65m x 3.67m) A bright and well-proportioned reception room enjoying a bay window to the front elevation and window to the side aspect overlooking the garden.
Feature fireplace with tiled surround and hearth, ceiling light and carpeted flooring.
Dining Room (3.35m x 4.24m) A generous second reception room benefitting from a bay window to the front elevation together with a feature fireplace with tiled surround and hearth.
Ample space for dining furniture and ceiling light. Kitchen (2.43m x 3.04m) A basic kitchen area with base level unit incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer.
Space for freestanding appliances together with a useful built-in pantry cupboard. Door providing access to the rear.
Bedroom (3.34m x 3.06m) A double bedroom with window to the side aspect overlooking the garden. Ceiling light, feature fireplace, fitted carpet and space for bedroom furniture.
Bedroom (3.35m x 3.06m) A further double bedroom with window to the side aspect. Ceiling light, timber floorboards and space for bedroom furniture.
Shower Room (1.82m x 1.68m) Comprising a walk-in shower enclosure with electric shower over and pedestal wash hand basin. Obscure glazed window to the front aspect, ceiling light and tiling to walls.
WC (0.90m x 1.94m) Fitted with a low-level WC and obscure glazed window to the rear aspect. First Floor Landing Ceiling light and fitted carpet.
Doors to: Bedroom (3.64m x 3.64m) A spacious first floor double bedroom benefitting from elevated views across the surrounding area.
Ceiling light, carpeted flooring and ample space for bedroom furniture. Loft A substantial adjoining loft space providing excellent storage and potential to convert (STPP).
Garden The front of the property is planted with a variety of shrubs and flowers and to the side is the bulk of the garden which is laid to lawn, providing a blank canvas for personalisation.
Parking - Driveway To the front of the property there is a small offroad parking space which leads to a pedestrian path which provides access around the property.
Disclaimer Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that they are not authorised to make or give representations or warranties in relation to the property.
No responsibility is accepted for any statement within these particulars, which do not form part of any offer or contract. Areas, measurements and boundaries are approximate.
Text, photographs, CGI’s and plans are for guidance only. It should not be assumed the property has all necessary planning or building consents, and Kivells have not tested any services or equipment.
The property is sold subject to all matters in the Property and Charges Register, including rights of way and easements. Purchasers are deemed to know all boundaries.
Nothing herein constitutes financial advice; seek your own. Use of Mortgage Genies sw Ltd. Will result in a £250 + VAT referral fee to Kivells. Kivells retains copyright to all particulars and media.
Value & comps
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