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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · OL12 9NF
Under offerListed 107 days
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About
Spacious SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY offering well planned accommodation with THREE BEDROOMS.
Situated in the heart of the Village of Wardle, in a quiet hamlet with enviable OPEN ASPECTS VIEWS and close to Watergrove reservoir, only a few minutes from open countryside Andrew Kelly & Associates are delighted to offer for sale this superb Semi Detached property which has the potential to extend into the loft (subject to PP &BR), situated in the heart of the beautiful village of Wardle and just a short drive to Littleborough which provides a good selection of local amenities including several independent shops, excellent schools, bars and restaurants.
Sitting on the edge of the hills above Wardle the property boasts some fantastic open aspect views as well as spectacular scenic walks within the surrounding countryside and is only a few minutes’ drive from Hollingworth Lake nature reserve and Smithybridge train station with easy access to both Leeds and Manchester.
The home set back from the road, benefits from gas central heating and double glazed windows.
The accommodation comprises of a spacious lounge with feature fireplace, open plan dining kitchen also with feature fireplace and wood burner.
To the first floor are three bedrooms and a three-piece family shower room.
The property requires some generally upgrading and has potential to be extended into the loft (subject to PP & BR) Externally there is off-street parking to the front along with gardens to the front and rear.
This rare, desirable property is situated in the heart of Wardle Village life with open countryside on the doorstep.
Lounge 14' 6'' x 20' 6'' (4.42m x 6.24m) Front facing UPVC double glazed window and stable door, feature fireplace with electric burner, TV & aerial points, solid wood flooring, radiator.
Dining Kitchen 15' 5'' x 20' 6'' (4.70m x 6.24m) Rear facing dual aspect UPVC double glazed windows and door, fitted wall and base units with solid wood worktops, single drainer sink unit, 4 ring electric hob, built under electric oven, space for appliances, plumbing for automatic washer, feature fireplace with wood burner, Karndean floor covering, floor, radiator, staircase leading to the first floor.
Cellar Accessed from the dining kitchen and extending under the lounge part of the property.
First Floor Landing Solid wood flooring Bedroom One 15' 2'' x 11' 10'' (4.62m x 3.60m) Rear facing UPVC double glazed window, solid wood flooring, radiator.
Bedroom Two 11' 2'' x 15' 0'' (3.40m x 4.57m) Front facing UPVC double glazed window, solid wood floor, radiator.
Bedroom Three 7' 3'' x 10' 10'' (2.21m x 3.30m) Side facing UPVC double glazed window, solid wood flooring, access to the loft space which is partially boarded.
Shower Room 9' 11'' x 6' 8'' (3.02m x 2.03m) Rear facing UPVC double glazed window, wc, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, wall mounted central heating boiler, solid wood flooring, radiator.
Externally To the front the property enjoys a gravelled patio and seating area with well stocked borders and parking for 2 cars.
To the rear of the property is a private, fence lined boundary with gravelled patio area and well stocked borders. There is a gate to the side.
Information Council Tax Band B Tenure Freehold EPC Rating D
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