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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · DH6 1RB
For saleListed 102 days
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About
Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac among similar homes, this beautifully maintained property offers well-presented and versatile accommodation, complemented by attractive gardens and excellent parking.
The welcoming entrance porch leads into a hallway with useful storage, opening through to a spacious open-plan lounge and dining area.
The lounge features a charming fireplace with inset multi-fuel burner, while the dining area benefits from French doors opening directly onto the rear garden.
An inner hallway provides further storage and gives access to the modern fitted kitchen, which is equipped with a range of floor and wall units, marble worktops and a single drainer sink.
Integrated appliances include an electric hob with extractor over, separate electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
French doors to the side provide convenient access to the garden. There are two bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from fitted wardrobes.
The bathroom has been refitted with a contemporary suite comprising a low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with shower mixer tap, separate shower cubicle with mains-fed wall-mounted shower, fully tiled walls, laminate floor and radiator.
Externally, the property enjoys immaculately kept gardens to both the front and rear.
The rear garden is a particular feature, being generously sized, private and not overlooked, with a pleasant woodland backdrop.
A substantial patio wraps around the property, creating an attractive space for outdoor seating and entertaining. A garage and driveway provide practical off-street parking.
St Lawrence Close is a highly popular development on the outskirts of this village adjacent to open countryside and within walking distance of the local school.
High Pittington is well placed for access to Durham City Centre where there are a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available.
It is also well placed for commuting purposes lying a short drive from the A(690) Durham to Sunderland Highway which offers access to the A1(M) Motorway Interchange at Carrville.
MATERIAL INFORMATION: In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance PART A Local Authority – Durham County Council Council Tax Band – C Tenure – Freehold PART B Property Type – Detached Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls Gas Supply- Mains Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains (metered) Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators.
An additional wood burning stove Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – Parking- Driveway and garage PART C Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues.
However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm) Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – no Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction Rights & Easements- None Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very low Surface water: Very low Coastal Erosion – N/A Protected Trees - NA Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of.
Or planning details that are known Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.
No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor.
This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing.
However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed.
If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.
HMRC supervises the legal obligation for all estate agents to conduct identity checks on their customers, this includes buyers when their offer is accepted.
This must be completed, per purchaser, who in the transaction will result in being the legal owner(s) of the property.
There is a £35 (inc VAT) administration fee per individual purchaser, for these checks.
Value & comps
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