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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · BT13 3QL
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About
A rare detached property on West Circular Road Three well-proportioned bedrooms Extended ground floor with larger kitchen, bathroom and utility room Floored loft space with sockets and skylight uPVC double glazing throughout Oil fired central heating Large gated driveway flowing to the rear of the property Double garage and additional outbuildings Versatile outdoor accommodation offering potential for business use Freehold tenure Convenient access and doorstep transport links to Belfast City Centre Excellent proximity to local schools and shopping facilities, including Kennedy Centre and Boucher Road 188 West Circular Road presents a unique opportunity to acquire a well-appointed three-bedroom detached home, complete with substantial and highly versatile outbuildings and extensive driveway parking.
The property opens with a welcoming entrance hall, leading to an open-plan dining area which flows seamlessly into a bright and comfortable living room, enhanced by a high-quality feature media wall.
The accommodation further benefits from an extended kitchen, alongside a convenient ground floor bathroom and separate utility room.
On the first floor, the home offers a modern family bathroom, two generously proportioned double bedrooms, and a well-sized single bedroom.
Additional storage is provided via a floored attic space, accessed by an installed loft ladder and complete with a skylight and power supply.
Externally, the property is set on a particularly generous plot.
To the front, a gated driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles and continues through to the rear via a secondary gated access.
The rear driveway leads to a carport (housing the oil boiler and tank), an excellent double garage with power, and an additional storage/coal shed, offering outstanding flexibility for a range of uses.
A private patio area to the rear further enhances the outdoor space, providing an ideal setting for relaxation and entertaining.
This property is ideally suited to first-time buyers and families alike, while also offering excellent potential for those seeking to run a home-based business requiring extensive outdoor space and secure parking.
Entrance Hall uPVC front door, corniced ceiling, under stair storage and wall nights.
Dining Room 3.58m x 3.38m (11'9" x 11'1") Ceiling rose, corniced ceiling, bespoke shelving, partly tiled walls, patio doors to garden and high quality laminate floor.
Living Room 4.17m x 3.90m (13'8" x 12'10") High quality laminate floor, media wall, electric fireplace, bespoke panneling, shelves, recessed lighting, ceiling rose, corniced ceiling and bay windows with views.
Kitchen 5.45m x 3m (17'11" x 9'10") Range of high and low level units, dual stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, integrated double oven, four ring hob, extractor fan, tiled splash back, high quality laminate floor and recessed lighting on units.
Bathroom Comprises of fully tiled walls, low flush WC, sink with vanity storage and corner shower cubicle.
Utility Room 2.77m x 2.13m (9'1" x 7'0") Tiled floor, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space for tumble dryer and washing machine.
First Floor Landing Access to floored loft space with lighting and electric socket. Built in storage.
Bathroom Comprises of pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity storage underneath, low flush WC, large shower screen, extractor fan, tiled and paneled walls with heated towel rail.
Bedroom One 3.50m x 3.38m (11'6" x 11'1") Front facing, carpet floor and corniced ceiling. Bedroom Two 3.40m x 3.35m (11'2" x 11'0") Corniced ceiling, carpet floor and rear facing.
Bedroom Three 2.44m x 2.12m (8'0" x 6'11") Front facing and corniced ceiling. Outside Front Gated driveway for five or more vehicles.
Rear Garden, patio area, outside tap, gated driveway for 3 or cars, oil boiler and tank. Double Garage Electric roller, electric sockets and coal shed.
Value & comps
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