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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · S12 3JB
Sold STCListed 127 days
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About
Guide Price £300,000 - £325,000.
A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire this charming three-bedroom semi-detached home, occupying a generous plot on a highly sought-after residential road in the heart of Charnock.
What truly sets this property apart is the substantial area of private woodland that forms part of the sale, accessed directly from the rear garden and providing a unique natural sanctuary rarely found within a residential setting.
Offered for sale with no onward chain, this exceptional home presents the opportunity to enjoy your own secluded woodland retreat while remaining within easy reach of everyday amenities.
The property is ideally suited to first-time buyers, growing families, and gardening enthusiasts alike, offering a unique blend of suburban convenience and natural surroundings.
The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance porch leading into a welcoming reception hallway, a bright bay-windowed living room, separate dining room, and an extended garden room/sitting room that enjoys delightful views across the beautifully landscaped garden and woodland beyond.
The fitted kitchen provides a practical and functional workspace.
To the first floor are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, with the rear bedroom benefiting from attractive woodland views, alongside a third single bedroom.
A fitted shower room and separate WC complete the accommodation. Externally, the property offers off-road parking to the front, leading to an attached garage.
The rear, south facing garden is a standout feature, with patio seating areas and a stunning collection of established plants, shrubs and mature trees creating a peaceful and private setting.
Among the many botanical highlights are magnificent magnolia specimens and an impressive selection of mature and rare rhododendrons.
The quality of the garden and woodland has attracted recognition from the rhs Rhododendron and Camellia Group, who visited the property as a notable private garden.
Beyond the formal garden lies the property's most remarkable feature: A substantial area of private woodland, accessed directly from the rear boundary.
Offering a tranquil natural retreat that largely maintains itself, the woodland provides a wonderful haven for wildlife, exploration, and relaxation, with established pathways around its perimeter.
Opportunities to acquire a home with its own woodland within such a popular residential suburb are exceptionally rare.
Properties offering such a unique combination of family accommodation, outstanding gardens and private woodland are seldom available, making this a truly special home.
Conveniently located on Arnold Avenue, the property is within easy reach of local amenities, reputable schools, parks, and excellent transport links.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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