2-bedroom bungalow · DE3 9HJ
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About
Impressive fully renovated detached bungalow – This beautifully upgraded two-bedroom bungalow has been comprehensively modernised throughout, creating a stylish home finished to a high standard.
Having undergone complete rewiring, replumbing, replacement windows and doors, alongside thermally insulated walls and floors, the property offers thoughtfully designed accommodation suited to modern living.
The interior has been redesigned to provide bright and balanced living spaces, centred around a contemporary kitchen diner and a private rear lounge opening directly onto the garden.
The bathroom and ensuite have both been refitted with high-quality suites incorporating porcelain tiling and rainfall showers.
The property has also been redecorated with feature wall panelling, engineered oak flooring and modern finishes throughout, complemented by wet underfloor heating.
Externally, the bungalow benefits from a south-facing rear garden, generous driveway and garage, further enhancing the appeal of the home.
The Detail The property opens into a welcoming entrance hallway finished with feature wall panelling, LED lighting and engineered oak flooring.
A built-in storage cupboard houses the Vailant boiler, underfloor heating manifolds and plumbing for a washing machine, with loft access providing additional storage space.
The home has been comprehensively modernised, including complete rewiring, replacement UPVC windows and doors, thermally insulated walls and floors, and zoned wet underfloor heating controlled via separate thermostats.
Positioned at the rear of the property, the lounge enjoys a private outlook over the garden with large UPVC French doors allowing excellent natural light and direct access onto the raised sandstone patio.
Engineered internal doors continue throughout the property.
The kitchen diner has been fitted with a contemporary Howdens shaker-style kitchen incorporating stainless steel handles, 12mm composite worktops and porcelain tiled flooring.
Integrated Lamona appliances include an induction hob, electric oven, dishwasher and large integrated fridge, alongside a built-in pantry providing additional shelving and storage.
There is space for a dining table, creating a sociable kitchen-diner layout. Windows to the side and rear provide good natural light, with a rear access door also leading out to the garden.
The master bedroom benefits from feature wall panelling, carpets and fitted wardrobes providing generous storage, with windows to both the front and side creating a bright dual-aspect room.
The ensuite has been refitted with a contemporary suite comprising a thermostatic rainfall shower with additional hand-held attachment, vanity unit with integrated drawers, WC, LED mirror, heated towel rail and Italian porcelain tiled flooring.The second bedroom is a well-proportioned double room with space for wardrobes and bedside furniture, making it suitable as a guest bedroom, home office or second main bedroom.
The main bathroom has also been fully refitted and includes a bath with contemporary tiling, thermostatic rainfall shower over the bath with additional shower attachment, vanity storage drawer, WC, heated towel radiator, LED mirrored cabinet and porcelain tiled flooring.
Outside, the front of the property features a landscaped lawned garden with a tarmac driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
The garage benefits from an electric shutter door, newly installed side window and side access door, offering excellent storage or workshop potential.
The south-facing rear garden includes lawned areas, planting borders, a vegetable patch and a raised sandstone patio ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, with an external tap for convenience.
The property is located on a quiet cul-de-sac within a highly desirable part of Mickleover.
A local park is within a short walking distance, along with everyday amenities on Devonshire Drive which include a post office and convenience shops.
Bus stops are also easily accessible on foot, providing regular links into Derby city centre and surrounding areas.
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