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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · NG15 6FX
Sold STCReduced £15k (−7%) on 26 OctListed 323 days
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About
Nestled in a highly sought-after location with easy access to local parks, shops, schools and excellent transport links—including the M1, bus, tram and train—this detached bungalow is ideal for those seeking the ease and convenience of single-level living.
Upon entering through the hallway, you are welcomed into a spacious and inviting living room, offering a warm, homely feel.
The well-appointed fitted kitchen provides modern practicality, while the two bedrooms serve as comfortable and cosy retreats.
A contemporary three-piece bathroom suite completes the internal accommodation with style and functionality.
Outside, the property features a low-maintenance front garden with attractive planted borders, creating a welcoming first impression. A driveway extends to the rear, offering additional practicality.
The enclosed rear garden is also low maintenance and includes further planting, a shed, and a driveway leading to the garage, all enclosed by panel fencing for added privacy.
Entrance Hall The entrance hall has carpeted flooring, a radiator, access into the loft, and a single UPVC door providing access into the accommodation Living Room 3.39m x 5.19m The living room has a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, a TV point, two radiators, coving to the ceiling, a feature fireplace with a ceramic tiled hearth, and carpeted flooring.
Kitchen 3.15m x 2.71m The kitchen has a range of fitted base and wall units with worktops, a composite sink with a mixer tap and drainer, an integrated oven, gas hob and extractor fan, space and plumbing for a washing machine, a wall-mounted boiler, vinyl flooring, a UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, and a UPVC door providing access to the rear garden.
Bedroom 4.26m x 3.34m The first bedroom has a UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, a radiator, coving to the ceiling, a range of fitted furniture including wardrobes, cupboards with a dressing table, and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Two 2.75m x 2.71m The second bedroom has a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, a radiator, coving to the ceiling, and carpeted flooring.
Bathroom 1.64m x 2.21m The bathroom has a UPVC double glazed obscure window to the side elevation, a low level flush W/C, a vanity-style wash basin, a panelled bath with a wall-mounted electric shower fixture, an extractor fan, floor-to-ceiling tiling, and vinyl flooring, Outside Front Garden To the front of the property is a low-maintenance garden with planted borders, and a driveway to the rear.
Rear Garden To the rear of the property is a low-maintenance garden with a continuation of the driveway to the garage which has an up-and-over door providing ample storage, a shed, a small planted area, and fence panelled boundary.
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haart Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
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