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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · BT8 7BB
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Ground floor maisonette style property Two good size bedrooms Lounge open to the dining area Fitted kitchen 1st floor bathroom Economy 7 electric heating Double glazed windows Access to own side and rear garden Parking areas Chain free onward sale Although requiring some updating, this deceptive ground floor maisonette sits in a popular and convenient location perfectly positioned just off Belvoir Drive, with many everyday amenities close by.
These include local shops, Tesco Newtownbreda, many Churches & Schools, bus routes into and out of Belfast City centre as well as being close to nature walks at Shaw's Bridge and Belvoir Park forest.
Over 2 levels the accommodation consists of 2 double size bedrooms, both with built in storage, lounge with dining area, a fitted kitchen and a white bathroom suite on the 1st floor.
From the dining area there is direct access to the side and rear gardens.
Finished with electric heating and double glazed windows, this home would make an ideal starter home for those looking for a low maintenance property in a popular setting.
The accommodation comprises Communal entrance door to entrance hallway. Apartment entrance Hardwood front door leading to the entrance hall Entrance hall Under stairs storage.
Lounge / dining 5.72m x 3.25m (18'9 x 10'8) Dining area Rear access to gardens.
Kitchen 2.64m x 1.91m (8'8 x 6'3) Range of high and low level units, single drainer sink units with mixer taps, formica work surfaces, cooker space, plumbed for washing machine, fridge space.
1st floor Bedroom 1 4.11m x 2.79m (13'6 x 9'2) Built in robe. Bedroom 2 2.92m x 2.87m (9'7 x 9'5) Storage & Hot press.
Bathroom 1.91m x 1.70m (6'3 x 5'7) White suite comprising panelled bath, low flush w/c, pedestal wash hand basin, part tiled walls, Triton Ivory 3 shower. Outside Outside storage unit to the front.
Side and rear garden Side and rear garden laid in lawn. bin storage area. Additional garden area Rear elevation Note The current lease for the property has 88 years remaining.
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About 2c Castleboy Lodge, Off Belvoir Drive, Belfast, BT8 7BB
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