3-bedroom semi-detached house · BR2 8QG
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Guide Price £800,000 to £850,000 Situated on the highly sought-after Lakeside Drive, this attractive 1930s semi-detached family home occupies a generous plot within the popular Bromley Common and Holwood area, the property offers beautifully maintained accommodation, a substantial mature rear garden and excellent access to highly regarded schools, transport links and local amenities.
A welcoming entrance hall immediately creates a sense of warmth and character, featuring original herringbone wood flooring and providing access to the principal reception spaces.
To the front, an elegant reception room enjoys a large bay window, decorative ceiling detailing and a feature fireplace, creating a bright and inviting space for both everyday family living and entertaining.
A second reception room to the rear offers excellent versatility and is currently arranged as a dining room, enjoying attractive views across the garden.
The contemporary fitted kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with an extensive range of wall and base units, quality work surfaces and integrated appliances.
Large windows and rear-facing aspects allow natural light to flood the space, while direct access to the garden enhances its practicality for everyday family life.
The layout also offers exciting potential for future extension. The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms together with family bathroom facilities.
The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, extending to over 18 feet in length and benefiting from attractive bay-window detailing.
A spacious second double bedroom and generous third bedroom provide flexible accommodation for growing families, guests or those working from home.
A particular feature of the property is the exceptional mature rear garden, extending to approximately 95 feet in length and offering a rare sense of privacy and seclusion.
Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully landscaped, it features extensive lawned areas, established planting, a spacious patio terrace ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, and a charming timber gazebo nestled amongst the trees, providing a peaceful retreat to enjoy throughout the year.
A detached garage and separate garden shed further enhance the property's practicality and storage.
To the front, the property benefits from off-street parking and an attractive frontage that perfectly complements the home's distinctive Mock Tudor architecture.
Lakeside Drive is a highly sought-after residential road within the popular Bromley Common and Holwood area, offering an ideal balance of suburban tranquillity and everyday convenience.
The property is situated within a quiet residential setting and is particularly well positioned for a number of highly regarded local schools, including Darrick Wood School and Ravens Wood School, making it an excellent choice for families.
Residents benefit from easy access to a range of local amenities, with Bromley, Orpington, Locksbottom and Keston all providing an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, cafés, leisure facilities and everyday services.
Bromley town centre offers an extensive retail and entertainment offering, including The Glades shopping centre, cinema and a variety of dining options.
A further benefit of the property's position is its proximity to Hollydale Recreation Ground, located directly to the rear.
Easily accessed via the pathway running alongside the property, this well-maintained green open space provides additional opportunities for recreation, dog walking and outdoor activities, enhancing the appeal of the location for families and those who enjoy an active lifestyle.
Local Authority: Bromley Council Council Tax Band: F
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