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See how verdicts work4-bedroom bungalow · IM4 3AA
For saleListed 327 days
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About
The property features cutting-edge energy efficiency with a borehole heat pump, which is more effective than traditional ground or air source heat pumps.
The home is highly insulated, surpassing building regulations ensuring excellent thermal performance Design highlights include anthricite grey double-glazed, flush-fitting windows.
The natural slate roof is complemented by slate paths and terraces.
The facade is finished with a lime mix render, while unique black limestone features to the gables, sourced from Pooilvaish Quarry, provide a distinctive architectural character.
The south-facing rear garden and west-facing garden offer ample outdoor space with fabulous views of the church and Slieau Whallian.
Large glazed French doors to the south and west flood the open-plan kitchen and day room with natural light, creating an inviting and bright living space.
Two double bedrooms on the ground floor include dressing rooms and ensuites. This property is a rare opportunity to own a luxurious, energy-efficient home in a beautiful quiet tranquil setting.
Plot 2 specification Underfloor heating and cooling with a Bore hole heat pump (more efficient than ground source or air source heat pumps) Highly insulated to greater than building regulations High performance Insulation to ground floor, walls and roof.
Anthracite grey Double glazed flush fitting windows Natural slate roof natural slate paths and terraces Lime mix render Unique Pooilvaish black limestone to Gables front and rear.
site 1/3 of an acre house 3663 square feet total internal area including garage ample parking for six cars South and West facing rear garden large glazed facade to southwest open plan large kitchen day room two en suite ground floor bedrooms with dressing rooms and two large bedrooms to first floor with en suites and dressing rooms.
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About Plot 2, Shimmin Way, End of Balladoyne, St. John's, IM4 3LX
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