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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · GL17 9TR
Sold STCListed 281 days
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About
From the front door, the home opens into a small enclosed entrance porch which provides a practical buffer from outside and space for coats and shoes before leading through into the main hallway.
The hallway sits at the heart of the ground floor, giving a natural sense of flow and offering access to the principal living areas, along with a conveniently placed ground floor WC tucked neatly off to the side.
The living room is a bright, welcoming space with a lovely sense of width that makes it easy to arrange furniture around a natural focal point.
A feature fireplace with a stone surround sits centrally along one wall, creating a cosy heart to the room and offering excellent potential for relaxed evenings.
There is ample space for two generous sofas or a larger seating arrangement, with the proportions allowing the room to feel open without losing its warmth.
A large window draws in plenty of natural light and provides a pleasant outlook, while the high ceiling enhances the feeling of space.
Neutral finishes throughout give the room a calm, airy feel and offer a blank canvas for a new owner to personalise, whether leaning towards a contemporary look or something more traditional.
From the hallway, the kitchen is a practical, well-proportioned space with a clear, functional layout that offers plenty of potential for improvement.
Arranged in a galley-style configuration, it provides a good run of worktop space along with a range of fitted cupboards, and there is room for freestanding appliances without the space feeling cramped.
A window above the sink allows natural light to brighten the room, while also providing ventilation and a pleasant outlook.
Towards the far end of the kitchen, there is space for a small dining table, making it a sociable area for everyday meals or morning coffee.
While the kitchen is fully usable as it stands, it would now benefit from updating, offering an excellent opportunity for a new owner to modernise and personalise the space to suit their own tastes and lifestyle.
Stairs rise from the hallway to the first floor, where a central landing connects all three bedrooms and the family bathroom.
The principal bedroom is a comfortable, well-sized double room with a calm, airy feel.
Its proportions easily accommodate a double bed along with freestanding bedroom furniture, while still leaving good circulation space around the room.
A large window allows natural light to fill the space and offers a pleasant outlook, enhancing the sense of brightness throughout the day.
Neutral décor provides a blank canvas for a new owner, and the room’s straightforward layout makes it easy to personalise, whether as a restful main bedroom or a versatile guest space.
The overall feel is practical and welcoming, with plenty of scope to adapt the room to suit individual tastes and needs.
The second bedroom is a good-sized room that comfortably accommodates a double bed along with additional furniture such as wardrobes or a chest of drawers.
A window brings in natural light, giving the room a bright, airy feel, while its simple layout makes it easy to adapt as a guest bedroom, child’s room or home office.
The third bedroom is a well-proportioned single room, ideal for use as a nursery, study or dressing room.
It also enjoys natural light from its window and benefits from neutral décor, creating a flexible space that can be tailored to suit a variety of needs.
Together, these two bedrooms add to the home’s versatility, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles. The bathroom is arranged in a practical layout and makes good use of the available space.
It is fitted with a bath and shower over, a pedestal wash basin and WC, with tiling to the walls creating a clean, functional feel.
A window allows natural light in and provides ventilation, helping to keep the room bright and airy.
While perfectly serviceable, the bathroom would now benefit from updating, offering an excellent opportunity for a new owner to modernise the suite and finishes to suit their own style and create a more contemporary feel.
Outside - The property is set within a generous plot that offers plenty of potential for a new owner to make their mark.
To the rear, the garden is mainly laid to lawn and bordered by established hedging, providing a good degree of privacy and a pleasant green outlook.
A paved pathway leads through the garden, offering clear access to the outbuildings positioned towards the far end of the plot.
The outdoor space has a slightly wild, natural feel at present and would benefit from some general tidying and landscaping, but this presents an excellent opportunity to create a more defined garden with seating areas, planting or even a productive space for keen gardeners.
The outbuildings add valuable storage or workshop potential, further enhancing the practicality of the exterior and complementing the flexibility of the house itself.
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