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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · DH3 3RH
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About
A unique and much-loved three-bedroom semi-detached home, occupying an enviable position on Hopgarth Gardens and offering a wonderful opportunity to create a truly special family home.
Homes with this combination of space, garden and potential rarely come to the market.
Having been cared for over the years, the property retains a warmth and character that provides an excellent foundation for its next chapter.
While requiring modernisation and renovation, there is considerable scope for a new owner to thoughtfully transform the accommodation and make it their own.
Ground Floor A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the ground floor accommodation, including the lounge and kitchen.
The lounge is open plan to the dining area, creating a lovely sociable space for everyday family life and entertaining.
Sliding doors open directly onto the enclosed garden, allowing the garden to become a natural extension of the living space during the warmer months.
The kitchen provides access to a particularly useful store area, which in turn leads through to the garage. This practical arrangement offers excellent additional storage and everyday convenience.
First Floor To the first floor are three bedrooms, comprising two generous double bedrooms and a well-proportioned single bedroom.
The accommodation is completed by a family bathroom and a separate WC. Outside One of the property's standout features is the unusually generous rear garden.
Larger than many gardens typically found with a home of this type.
An established apple tree provides a charming focal point and adds to the sense of character and history found throughout the property.
It is the type of garden that has clearly been enjoyed and cared for over many years, offering a wonderful opportunity for the next owners to create their own memories.
To the rear, there is off-street parking together with access to the single garage, providing secure parking or valuable additional storage.
The property is now ready for renovation, presenting an exciting opportunity for someone to bring their own ideas while retaining the qualities that make this home unique.
With its generous garden, versatile accommodation and excellent potential, it could become a wonderful long-term family home or an attractive investment opportunity.
Hopgarth Gardens is ideally placed for access to local amenities, schools and public transport links, while excellent road connections provide easy access to the A1(M), making this a convenient location for commuters.
A property with genuine character, an exceptional garden and enormous potential. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, position and possibilities this special home has to offer.
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CST260081/8 Main Description A unique and much-loved three-bedroom semi-detached home, occupying an enviable position on Hopgarth Gardens and offering a wonderful opportunity to create a truly special family home.
Homes with this combination of space, garden and potential rarely come to the market.
Having been cared for over the years, the property retains a warmth and character that provides an excellent foundation for its next chapter.
While requiring modernisation and renovation, there is considerable scope for a new owner to thoughtfully transform the accommodation and make it their own.
Ground Floor A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the ground floor accommodation, including the lounge and kitchen.
The lounge is open plan to the dining area, creating a lovely sociable space for everyday family life and entertaining.
Sliding doors open directly onto the enclosed garden, allowing the garden to become a natural extension of the living space during the warmer months. The kitchen (truncated)
Value & comps
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Returns
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