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About
A rare opportunity to purchase a traditional 1930's and well presented two bedroom semi detached bungalow situated directly opposite Carlisle Racecourse in a highly sought after residential location, suitable for a variety of purchasers.
The property is just a few minutes drive into Carlisle City Centre and is convenient for the recently constructed Carlisle City Bypass.
Accommodation comprises Entrance into Hallway, Lounge with Multi Fuel Stove, Dining Kitchen, Shower Room and Two Double Bedrooms.
The property benefits from gas central heating and uPVC double glazing. Externally there is a good sized driveway, detached garage and an attractive rear garden. Internal viewing is strongly advised.
In through the uPVC front door to: Entrance Hallway Nicely presented hallway, laminate flooring, decorative coving, access to the loft, radiator, thermostat for the central heating, door into both bedrooms, shower room, dining kitchen and lounge.
Lounge 12' 10'' x 12' 5'' (3.91m x 3.78m) An immaculately presented lounge, multi fuel stove set in an inglenook fireplace on a slate hearth, decorative coving, two alcoves with fitted shelving and a built in cupboard, radiator, broadband connection, uPVC double glazed bay window to the front of the property offering views over Carlisle Racecourse and the local countryside.
Dining Kitchen 13' 0'' x 8' 10'' (3.96m x 2.69m) Fitted with a range of base and wall units, complementary worktop surface, stainless steel sink and drainer with a mixer tap above, Beko twin electric oven and grill, electric hob, tiled splashbacks, plumbing for a washing machine, breakfast bar with two chairs, fitted shelving, decorative coving, space for a tall fridge freezer, uPVC double glazed windows to the side and rear of the property, uPVC door providing access to the rear garden.
Bedroom One 12' 10'' x 11' 0'' (3.91m x 3.35m) Nicely presented good sized double bedroom, decorative coving, ample space for wardrobes and chest of drawers, radiator, uPVC double glazed window to the front of the property offering views of Carlisle Racecourse and the local countryside.
Bedroom Two 11' 0'' x 8' 10'' (3.35m x 2.69m) Nicely presented double bedroom, radiator, uPVC double glazed window to the rear of the property.
Shower Room 6' 7'' x 6' 1'' (2.01m x 1.85m) Corner shower cubicle with a thermostatic shower, WC, wash hand basin, fully tiled walls, LED spotlights to the ceiling, built in cupboard housing the Alpha combination boiler, extractor fan, radiator, frosted uPVC double glazed window to the rear of the property.
Outside To the front of the property there is a large block paved driveway providing ample off street parking for several vehicles, leading to the side of the property with access to the garage, gated access to the rear garden and a shillied garden.
To the rear there is a good sized, attractively presented garden laid to lawn with block paved and shillied patio areas, raised flower beds, good sized garden shed and a side door which provides access to the garage.
Services Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating. UPVC double glazing, Freehold. Council Tax Band B.
Value & comps
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Returns
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