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About
Modernised and extended 3 bedroom end terrace house with garage, parking, gardens and distant countryside views in a popular residential area.
The Property: Situated in a popular residential area close to the local primary school and within easy walking distance of the town centre, seafront and beach, 53 Scalwell Lane is a three bedroom end terrace home.
The property has been significantly extended, updated and improved by the current owner since purchasing it in 2020, creating a stylish and comfortable home that is presented to a good standard throughout.
During this time, the property has undergone a comprehensive programme of refurbishment including a side extension, replacement windows and front door, complete rewiring, new flooring throughout, a modern gas fired combination boiler, redecoration inside and out, together with the installation of a contemporary kitchen and bathroom.
Enjoying attractive gardens, a detached garage, driveway parking and views towards the countryside in the distance, the property must be viewed internally to appreciate all that it has to offer.
Overall, this is an exceptionally well improved home offering modern, ready to move into accommodation with attractive gardens, parking and countryside views.
A covered entrance porch leads into the hallway where wood effect flooring continues through to the kitchen and stairs rise to the first floor.
To the rear of the property, the sitting room enjoys an attractive outlook across the garden and benefits from a large window and French doors opening onto the outside space.
An open archway creates a natural connection with the dining room, which overlooks Scalwell Lane and provides an ideal area for entertaining or family dining.
The kitchen has been thoughtfully refitted with a range of soft grey wall and base units complemented by wood effect work surfaces and matching upstands.
Integrated appliances include an oven, induction hob with extractor over, fridge freezer and dishwasher.
An open pantry style storage area beneath the stairs provides useful additional shelving and storage.
Forming part of the owner's extension, the utility room is fitted with matching units and offers space and plumbing for laundry appliances together with excellent storage.
A cloakroom with WC and wash basin is located off the utility room, and a side door provides convenient access to the garden.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, comprising two doubles and a single room.
The principal bedroom is positioned to the front of the property and enjoys a pleasant outlook towards the surrounding area and countryside in the distance.
The second bedroom overlooks the rear garden and benefits from fitted wardrobes, while the third bedroom also enjoys far reaching views towards the nearby hillsides in the distance.
The accommodation is served by a modern bathroom fitted with a p-shaped bath and shower over, alongside a separate WC.
Outside: The front garden has a lawned area with established flower borders and a central pathway leading to the entrance.
A driveway to the side provides off road parking and leads to the detached single garage.
Gated side access opens into the rear garden, which has been designed for ease of maintenance with a large lawn, colourful flower and shrub borders, raised planting beds and a selection of soft fruit plants.
There is a greenhouse and garden shed alongside power and water. What3Words: ///evaporate.rejoin.melons Council Tax: We are advised that this property is in Council Tax Band C.
East Devon District Council. Services: We are advised that all mains services are connected.
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