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About
James Winn are delighted to bring to the market in excellent condition this four double bedroom detached bungalow on Croft Heads, a desirable road within a short walk to Thirsk.
The property is ideally located within walking distance to local green spaces, and local amenities.
Having gone under extensive refurbishments & extensions by the current homeowner it is an ideal purchase for a variety of buyers.
The internal accommodation consists of an entrance hallway, living room, kitchen/dining room, conservatory, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Externally you have mature front and rear gardens with an even proportion of patio with seating areas, and the rest landscaped to gravel or astro turf, with 2 ponds both with water features, 3 wooden sheds and a greenhouse.
The property further benefits from gated driveway parking, viewing is highly recommended.
Council Tax Band E - North Yorkshire Council EPC Rating - C Situation Croft Heads, YO7 1NY is located within the sought-after village of Sowerby, just to the south of Thirsk town centre.
The area offers a quiet and attractive residential environment while remaining within easy reach of a wide range of local shops, pubs and everyday amenities on Front Street, as well as the broader services and transport links available in Thirsk.
Well placed for access to the A1(M) and other key road networks, Croft Heads combines convenience with a strong sense of community, making it a highly appealing location for a variety of purchasers.
Directions Start at Thirsk Market Place and head south along Westgate. Continue straight ahead as the road becomes Front Street, entering the village of Sowerby.
Take the right turning onto Green Lane East. Take the left-hand turn into Croft Heads. Proceed along Croft Heads and continue for a short distance the property will be on your left.
The Accommodation Comprises Entrance Hall 8.56 x 1.52 - Carpet, front door, radiator. Living Room 6.04 x 3.40 - Gas fireplace, carpet, radiator, double glazed window.
Bedroom 2 3.57 x 3.39 - Carpet, radiator, double glazed window. Bedroom 3 3.40 x 2.95 - Carpet, radiator, double glazed window.
Bathroom 2.91 x 1.90 - Tiled flooring, tiled walls, W/C, basin, shower, bath, radiator, double glazed window, 2x storage cupboards just outside & loft hatch.
Kitchen/Dining Room 8.56 x 4.14 - Carpet in Dining room area & tiled flooring in Kitchen, electric fireplace, 2x double glazed windows, double doors to conservatory & hallway, radiator, sink, oven, hob, extractor fan, dishwasher, tiled splashbacks, fridge freezer, boiler.
Conservatory 2.87 x 3.86 - 6x double glazed windows, double doors to kitchen/dining room and garden, tiled flooring, radiator, UVA glass roof.
Hallway 6.74 x 1.47 - Side door, carpet, radiator, double glazed window, storage cupboard & loft hatch. Bedroom 4 3.36 x 3.15 - Carpet, radiator, double glazed window.
Bathroom 2 2.14 x 2.01 - Tiled flooring, tiled walls, W/C, basin, shower, radiator, double glazed skylight. Master Bedroom 4.45 x 3.76 - Carpet, radiator, double glazed window.
External Front Block paved gated driveway, raised gravle area with water feature and pond, shrubbery & plants.
Side Shed, lean to storage area, walkway to back garden & side door, bin store.
Back Land scaped garden, gravel, astro turf, water feature & pond, shrubbery, plants, trees, 2x outbuildings, greenhouse & patio seating area.
Material Information The following information should be read and considered by any potential buyers prior to making a transactional decision: SERVICES: We are advised by the seller that the property has mains provided gas, electricity, water and drainage.
MAINTENANCE / SERVICE CHARGE: N/A WATER METER: Not known PARKING ARRANGEMENTS: Driveway Parking BROADBAND SPEED: The maximum speed for broadband in this area is shown by inputting the postcode at the following at the following link here CAR CHARGER: N/A MOBILE PHONE SIGNAL: No known issues.
The information above has been provided by the seller and has not yet been verified at this point of producing this material.
There may be more information related to the sale of this property that can be made available to any potential buyer.
Clauses 1/ James Winn Estate Agents has not tested any services, appliances or heating and no warranty is given or implied as to their condition.
2/ All measurements are approximate and intended as a guide only. All our measurements are carried out using a regularly calibrated laser tape but may be subject to a margin of error.
3/ We believe the property is freehold but we always recommend verifying this with your solicitor should you decide to purchase the property.
4/ Fixtures and fittings other than those included in the above details are to be agreed with the seller through separate negotiation.
5/ All EPC`s are generated by a third party and James Winn Ltd accepts no liability for their accuracy.
Mortgage & Financial Services James Winn Estate Agents are keen to stress the importance of seeking independent mortgage advice.
If you are in need of mortgage advice our team will be pleased to make you an appointment with an independent mortgage advisor based. Call or .
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