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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · PR3 1HH
Under offerReduced £22k (−8.4%) on 26 OctListed 216 days
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About
A semi-detached dormer bungalow situated on the highly sought-after Dorchester Road, just a short distance from Garstang town centre and its range of amenities.
In need of modernisation and refurbishment, this property presents a rare opportunity to create a stunning family home, with potential for extension subject to the necessary permissions.
Viewing highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.
The accommodation currently comprises four bedrooms, a lounge, a kitchen/diner, a storage room, a bathroom, and a separate W.C.
Externally, the property benefits from gardens to the front and rear and a garage, providing ample outdoor and storage space.
With excellent transport links and local primary and secondary schools nearby, this home offers significant potential to reconfigure and personalise the layout, making it an ideal choice for those looking to create their perfect home in the heart of Garstang.
EPC Rating: C Hallway The property is entered via a upvc double-glazed door into the hallway, providing access to all ground floor rooms.
The hallway features neutral décor, carpeted flooring, and pendant ceiling lighting.
Additional benefits include a meter cupboard housing the electric, understairs storage, radiator, along with a convenient plug socket.
Bedroom 3 Located on the ground floor, Bedroom Three is a versatile space that could also be used as a home office or dining room.
A large window overlooks the front aspect, allowing plenty of natural light, with a radiator positioned beneath. The room also benefits from ample plug sockets and pendant ceiling lighting.
Lounge A very good-sized lounge featuring a large window to the front aspect, allowing plenty of natural light.
The room benefits from carpeted flooring, ample plug sockets, a gas fire, wall-mounted lights, a central pendant ceiling light, 2 TV aerial points, and a radiator.
Toilet Located separately from the bathroom, the WC features part-tiled walls, a toilet, and a ceiling light. An obscure double-glazed window provides natural light while maintaining privacy.
Bathroom A good-sized bathroom featuring an obscure double-glazed window, part-tiled walls, and ceiling lighting.
The suite comprises a wash basin, bath with shower overhead, and a chrome heated towel rail.
Bedroom 4 A good-sized bedroom featuring a large uPVC double-glazed window to the rear, overlooking the garden.
The room is currently well proportioned and, if reconfigured, would comfortably accommodate a three-quarter bed. Additional features include a radiator and ceiling point lighting.
The location of this room offers potential to be knocked through to create a spacious kitchen/diner, subject to the necessary consents.
Kitchen Diner The generously sized kitchen presents an excellent opportunity for modernisation and reconfiguration, with scope to incorporate integrated appliances.
Natural light is provided by a large double-glazed window overlooking the rear garden, complemented by a uPVC double-glazed door with obscure glass for added privacy.
The room also benefits from ceiling strip lighting, a radiator, and stairs rising to the first floor.
Bedroom 2 This spacious double bedroom enjoys a large front-facing window, allowing plenty of natural light.
Additional features include carpeted flooring, a radiator, ample plug sockets, and built-in wardrobes with a dressing table.
Bedroom 1 This very spacious main bedroom comfortably accommodates a full range of furniture and benefits from full wall-length fitted wardrobes with additional integrated wardrobes with sliding doors.
Additional features include carpeted flooring, pendant lighting, a radiator, and large double-glazed windows to both the front and side aspects, allowing for excellent natural light.
Storage Currently used as a home office, this versatile space offers flexibility for a variety of uses, including storage or a craft room.
The room benefits from carpeted flooring, ceiling strip lighting, power sockets, and a door providing access to the roof space.
Garden Enjoy front and rear gardens with mature shrubs and bushes, offering a pleasant outdoor space. Rear garden access is easily available at the end of the driveway, next to the garage.
Parking - Driveway The property benefits from adriveway which can accommodate multiple vehicles, providing excellent practicality and off-road parking.
Parking - Garage In addition, there is a garage offering secure parking or useful storage space, further enhancing the convenience and versatility of the property.
Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these particulars at the time of publication.
However, they do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements of fact.
All measurements, floor plans, photographs, and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the current state of the property.
Buyers are advised to carry out their own due diligence and inspections before proceeding with a purchase. Prices, tenure details, and availability are subject to change without notice.
Any services, appliances, or systems mentioned have not been tested, and no warranty is given as to their condition or operation. Please consult with the branch for the most up-to-date information.
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