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See how verdicts work5-bedroom bungalow · CM3 6AJ
For saleReduced £25k (−4.5%) on 2 OctListed 54 days
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About
Boasting an impressive 1/4 acre plot with a generous unoverlooked south-facing rear garden, a detached workshop (multi-purpose), an external log cabin plus an in & out driveway with parking for multiple vehicles, is this very well-presented five bedroom detached bungalow.
Benefiting from a recently re-fitted en-suite & family bathroom, spacious 19' lounge/diner and 16' kitchen/breakfast room plus versatile living space throughout.
Offering plenty of potential to extend/convert (STPP) and located close to all local shops/amenities, Althorne Station (4.8 miles) and bus/road transport routes.
Viewings highly recommended - Contact Hamilton Piers, Mayland's local property experts, to view!
The accommodation, with approximate room sizes, is as follows: Ground Floor Accommodation: Entrance Hall: Secure main entry door, opaque double glazed windows to front aspect, inset cloak cupboard, radiator, wood flooring, steps to living area.
Lounge / Diner: (5.89m x 3.76m (19'4 x 12'4)) Double glazed window to rear aspect, central wall-mounted electric fireplace, radiator, wood flooring.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room: (5.00m x 2.72m (16'5 x 8'11)) Double glazed windows to side and rear aspects, a series of matching base and wall units, edged work surfaces incorporating a ceramic sink with central mixer tap and drainer, double oven with gas hob and extractor hood over, space for fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, breakfast bar, tiled flooring.
Secure door to rear garden. Bedroom One: (3.23m x 2.49m (10'7 x 8'2)) Double glazed window to side aspect, radiator, wood flooring.
En-Suite: Opaque double glazed window to side aspect, enclosed and fully tiled shower unit, low level WC, inset wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Bedroom Two: (3.53m x 2.84m (11'7 x 9'4)) Double glazed windows to front and side aspects, radiator, wood flooring.
Bedroom Three: (2.74m x 2.44m (9'0 x 8'0)) Double glazed window to side aspect, radiator, wood flooring.
Bedroom Four: (2.46m x 2.13m (8'1 x 7'0)) Double glazed window to side aspect, radiator, wood flooring.
Bedroom Five / Dining Room: (6.83m x 2.87m (22'5 x 9'5)) Double glazed patio door to side aspect with access to rear garden and patio area, wood flooring.
Family Bathroom: Opaque double glazed window to side aspect, p-shaped panelled bath with central mixer tap and dual shower over, inset WC, vanity wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Exterior: Rear Garden: Unoverlooked and very generously sized South-facing rear garden, newly re-landscaped to incorporate a large patio area to property rear with adjacent pergola and hot tub (to remain), central lawn area with raised rear wild garden, mature tree and shrub borders, access to large log cabin and workshop, double gates to driveway.
Outbuildings: Sizeable detached log cabin which comprises a large open plan area with kitchen and access to both a large storage room and a separate room with multi-purpose use.
Large detached workshop fitted with power, lighting and electric roller door with separate pedestrian door, ideal for multi-purpose uses including gym/studio/office.
Driveway & Parking: In & out driveway with parking for several vehicles leading to timber double gates to property side allowing space for additional vehicles.
Agents Notes: Council Tax Band: D For further information regarding this property, please contact Hamilton Piers.
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