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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · BH24 1QY
Listing removedReduced £15k (−2.1%) on 8 JulListed 167 days
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About
A well-presented three bedroom detached bungalow which has been comprehensively extended and refurbished to a high standard creating versatile living space.
The property is in a highly sought after area and is adjacent to Hightown Lakes.
Hightown is approximately 1 1⁄2 miles from the historic market town of Ringwood which offers an excellent range of highly regarded private and state schools and a comprehensive choice of retail, restaurants and cafes.
The renowned sandy beaches at Bournemouth, Sandbanks and Poole are within a short drive and the fabulous New Forest is right on your doorstep.
This fine home comprises an entrance hall with wood effect laminate flooring which continues through to the dining room and kitchen.
The open plan living space to the rear of the bungalow has been thoughtfully planned to allow for individual room area.
The kitchen/breakfast room offers a range of light grey high gloss floor and wall mounted units including display and wine cabinets; white granite effect worktops, space for a Range Master Cooker with extractor over, one and half bowl sink unit with mixer hose tap, space for dishwasher and washing machine, built in fridge freezer, two pull-out larders and glazed door opening onto a hallway which has two external doors giving access to the front and rear and is an ideal area for coats and shoes.
The light and bright dining area has been thoughtfully extended and has an orangery feel with a beautiful glass roof lantern and bi-fold doors opening onto the rear terrace.
The substantial triple aspect sitting room has a feature vaulted ceiling and tri-fold doors opening onto the patio and rear gardens There are three double bedrooms which are all fitted with interior shutters.
The dual aspect master is particularly spacious and benefits from fitted wardrobes and an en-suite which has partially tiled walls, a linen cupboard, large walk in shower cubicle with rainfall shower head and handheld shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and WC.
Bedroom two also has a dual aspect with a lovely box bay window to the front and fitted wardrobes and bedroom three overlooks the side.
The family shower room partially tiled with a large walk in shower cubicle, wash hand basin, WC, a built in storage cupboard and a wall to ceiling towel rail.
The property is approached via a block paved pathway leading to the front door and to the side there is off road parking and access to the garage which has an up and over door, power lighting and personal door to the side.
The south facing rear gardens are an absolute delight having been attractively landscaped with a paved patio adjoining the property, an ideal area for alfresco dining and entertaining, edged with a dwarf wall and steps leading up to the lawn area with Red Robin hedging and shrub borders and a sizeable summerhouse/garden lodge with power and lighting.
The rear boundary has a wonderful back drop of open woodlands and Hightown Lakes a haven for local wildlife.
Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the fabulous location and presentation of this extended bungalow.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About 25 Watership Drive, Ringwood
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