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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · CA3 0NS
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About
This two bedroom semi-detached bungalow is situated in the very popular village of Houghton.
The accommodation briefly comprises entrance porch leading into the hallway, two double bedrooms, both with fitted storage, lounge with coal effect gas fire, dining room, kitchen and separate utility.
Externally, to the front of the property is a low maintenance lawned garden and driveway parking leading up to the garage.
To the rear of the property is a low maintenance lawned garden and spacious patio areas.
Situated in the popular village of Houghton, with it’s own amenities including primary school, village shop and post office, pub, café and village hall and is just a short drive from the city centre of Carlisle.
The accommodation with approximate measurements briefly comprises: Entry through front door into the entrance porch.
Entrance Porch (2.13m x 1.83m max) Double glazed windows, tiled flooring, frosted double glazed window, feature composite door and double glazed UPVC door leading into the hallway.
Entrance Hallway (4.27m x 1.22m max) Radiator and doors leading to two bedrooms, wet room, dining room and lounge.
Lounge (3.96m x 3.66m) Double glazed window, radiator, coving to the ceiling and coal effect gas fire.
Bedroom 1 (3.05m x 3.05m) Built-in Sharps wardrobe and furniture (with 7 years warranty), double glazed window and radiator.
Bedroom 2 (3.05m x 3.05m max) Fitted wardrobes, double glazed window and radiator. Wet Room (3.35m x 1.83m max) Fully adapted three piece suite comprising walk-in shower, wash hand basin and WC.
Waterproof flooring, fully boarded walls, heated towel rail, radiator, frosted double glazed window and built-in storage.
Dining Room (3.35m x 3.35m max) Radiator, double glazed window, two storage cupboards (one housing the boiler) and glazed wooden door leading into the kitchen.
Kitchen (3.05m x 2.74m) Fitted kitchen incorporating a range of wall and base units, integrated cooker, hob and extractor hood above, 1.5 enamel sink with mixer tap, freestanding dishwasher and fridge freezer.
Wood effect flooring, double glazed window door leading into the utility.
Utility Room (2.44m x 1.83m max) Wood effect flooring, double glazed UPVC door to the rear, double glazed window, plumbing for washing machine, wall storage cupboards, radiator.
Outside To the front of the property is a low maintenance lawned garden and driveway parking leading up to the garage (with power).
To the rear of the property is a low maintenance lawned garden with patio areas and external water supply. Notes Tenure We are informed the tenure is Freehold.
Council tax We are informed the property is Tax Band C.
Note These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out for guidance only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract - intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy.
No person in the employment of Cumbrian Properties has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property.
All electrical appliances mentioned in these details have not been tested and therefore cannot be guaranteed to be in working order.
Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks Estate agents in the UK are legally required to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (aml) checks on buyers, focusing on identifying the buyer and verifying their source of funds.
Key requirements include a valid photo id (passport/driving license), proof of address (utility bill/bank statement), and documented proof of funds (bank statements, mortgage agreement, or proof of gift).
To carry out these checks there will be a charge of £48 inc. Vat per person that will need to be paid for by Debit Card before a property can be marked Sold and Instructions sent to Solicitors.
Value & comps
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