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See how verdicts work4-bedroom bungalow · HG5 9JL
For saleListed 53 days
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About
A beautifully appointed and substantially extended four bedroom detached bungalow situated at the head of a cul de sac, together with ample off street parking and impressive private rear gardens extending in all to 0.23 acres (0.09 ha) situated within this highly regarded village.
With gas central heating and UPVC double glazing, the property briefly comprises reception hall which leads into an inner hall with access to the roof void via a folding loft ladder to a partially boarded loft with electric light installed.
An attractive lounge has a picture window and French Doors enjoying a delightful aspect over the private garden and there is a feature log burning stove.
The dining kitchen comprises a comprehensive range of matching painted wall and base units with granite working surfaces and tile splash backs over, there is a matching breakfast bar and integrated appliances include twin dishwashers, twin ovens with induction hob and filter hood over, integrated microwave and space for an American style fridge freezer.
The kitchen opens through into the garden room which again has large sliding doors with picture windows, taking full advantage of the views over the rear garden.
Beyond is a drying room separate utility and a study which could be used as the fourth bedroom.
A contemporary principal bedroom has a picture window and French Doors to the rear, a range of built in wardrobes and a luxury fully tiled en suite shower room.
A large guest bedroom also has a built in wardrobe and two built in cupboards, there is also a luxury en suite shower room.
A third double bedroom has a deep built in cupboard and the house bathroom comprises a free standing bath with large walk in shower with shower jets, concealed system WC and wash hand basin with vanity cupboard beneath.
Outside a gravelled driveway provides ample off street parking and sets the property well back from the cul de sac.
A further feature of the property is the fabulous enclosed garden which offers an excellent degree of privacy and extends in all to 0.23 acres (0.09 ha) and would be ideal for those entertaining and for those with family requirements.
Leading from the house there is a large terrace leading onto a gravelled area with many specimen shrubs and trees, there is also a large deck linking the terrace to the sitting room, beyond in a lawned garden and further large deck, there is further gravelled areas for ease of maintenance with a timber workshop with electric light and power installed.
There are raised vegetable beds and a timber garden shed.
Scotton is a highly regarded village with a popular public house/restaurant and is situated close to the historic market town of Knaresborough which is served by extensive shops, schools for all age groups and transport services including a railway station with main line links.
The southern bypass is also convenient and the A1M provides easy access to the commercial centres of North and West Yorkshire.
Local Authority & Council Tax Band - North Yorkshire County Council, Council Tax Band E Tenure, Services & Parking - Freehold, Mains electricity, water, drainage and gas are installed.
Domestic heating and hot water are from a gas fired boiler, Ample off street parking Internet & Mobile Coverage - Information obtained from the Ofcom website indicates that an internet connection is available from at least one provider.
Mobile coverage (outdoors), is also available from at least one of the UKs four leading providers.
For further information please refer to: Proceed out of Knaresborough on the B1615 Ripley Road turning right onto New Road towards Scotton, at the T junction turn left and left again into Havikil Park bare left and proceed to the head of the cul de sac where the property can be found directly ahead of you.
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