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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · HS1 2NY
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Conveniently located within walking distance of Stornoway town centre and a full range of local amenities, we are pleased to bring this semi-detached property to the market.
The ground floor accommodation comprises entrance hallway, lounge, large kitchen diner, bedroom and wc.
The upper level is accessed from carpeted staircase leading to a large bright landing, there are two bedrooms and the family bathroom located on this floor.
There is a wooden staircase to the attic room which has potential to be a dressing room or study. There is a good amount of fitted storage throughout the property.
Central heating is offered by a mains gas fired boiler with additional heating offered from the multi fuel stove in the lounge. Windows are a mix of UPVC and timber double glazed.
The window in bedroom three will be replaced prior to sale completion. The property is accessed from the front via a large driveway with a ramp leading to the main entrance.
The driveway continues along the side of the property, where the current owners have installed a steel gate to provide a secure area.
The rear garden is laid to a mix of lawn and concrete and includes a drying area, along with a decked space ideal for outdoor entertaining during the summer months.
A 5m x 5m timber garage with a pitched roof, clad in profiled metal sheeting, is also located to the rear. The garage benefits from an electrical supply and vehicle access via a roller door.
The property is of an excellent size, making it ideal for a first-time buyer or a small family. Early inspection is recommended to fully appreciate this deceptively spacious home.
The property is initially entered via UPVC door with glazed panel into entrance hallway ENTRANCE HALLWAY: Laminate flooring. Central heating radiator. Carpeted stair to upper landing.
Access to lounge, kitchen diner, bedroom three and wc. UPVC glazed door to side. LOUNGE: 4.32m x 4.20m Good sized lounge with window to front. Laminate flooring.
Multi fuel burning stove set in fireplace with feature wooden mantel. Central heating radiator. Fitted shelving in alcove.
KITCHEN DINER: 5.83m x 3.46m Large bright and airy kitchen diner with full range of wall and floor standing units. Stainless steel sink with side drainer. Breakfast bar. Room for white goods.
Laminate tile effect flooring. Dual aspect windows to side and rear. Central heating radiator. Plumbed for washing machine. Room for family dining table and chairs.
BEDROOM THREE: 3.73m x 1.94m Good sized third bedroom with window to side. Laminate flooring. Under stair storage cupboard. Central heating radiator. WC: 1.85m x 0.65m Wc and wash hand basin.
Laminate tiled flooring. Opaque glazed window to side. Wooden sliding door. LANDING: Accessed via carpeted staircase with handrail. Fitted carpet. Fitted storage on mid landing.
Access to two bedrooms and bathroom. Window to side. Wooden stair with handrail to attic room. BEDROOM ONE: 3.27m x 3.27m Double bedroom with window to front. Fitted carpet. Central heating radiator.
Fitted wardrobes. BEDROOM TWO: 4.32m x 1.88m Single bedroom with window to rear. Laminate flooring. Central heating radiator. Fitted wardrobe.
BATHROOM: 3.27m x 1.71m Suite comprising wc, wash hand basin and bath and shower enclosure housing electric shower unit. Opaque glazed window to side. Central heating radiator. Vinyl flooring.
ATTIC ROOM: 3.62m x 2.65m Accessed via wooden stair with hand rail. Velux window to rear. Fitted carpet.
Fitted storage GENERAL INFORMATION COUNCIL TAX BAND: A EPC RATING: C POST CODE: HS1 2NY PROPERTY REF NO: HEA0145SY SCHOOLS: STORNOWAY PRIMARY & THE NICOLSON INSTITUTE There is a Home Report available for this property.
For further details on how to obtain a copy of this report please contact a member of our Property Team on . Viewing of this property is strictly via appointment through our office.
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About 52 Nicolson Road, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2NY
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