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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · ME14 2JD
For saleListed 13 days
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About
A semi-detached bungalow offering spacious living areas including dining room, lounge, two bedrooms, one of which is situated on the first floor, a kitchen/breakfast room, shower room and separate cloakroom.
Externally, the property benefits from a brick-paved driveway providing off-road parking to the front, while to the rear is a good-sized, low-maintenance garden featuring a brick-paved patio, artificial lawn and detached garage.
Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space and accommodation this property has to offer.
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On The Ground Floor Porch A uPVC entrance door opens into the porch, which features two decorative glazed window panes, wood-effect laminate flooring, a window to the front elevation and a radiator.
Double wooden doors lead through to: Dining Room (14' 0'' x 8' 7'' (4.26m x 2.61m)) The room features a double radiator and a window to the side elevation, with a wide arched opening leading through to: Lounge (17' 6'' x 11' 1'' (5.33m x 3.38m)) Featuring an electric fire with a sandstone surround and hearth, complemented by a wooden mantel above.
There is also a window to the front elevation and a double radiator. Lobby Staircase to first floor and wood effect laminate flooring.
Cloakroom (6' 2'' x 3' 9'' (1.88m x 1.14m)) Window to the side, a low-level WC and tiled walls to dado height. Wood-effect laminate flooring and a radiator complete the space.
Shower Room (6' 2'' x 5' 10'' (1.88m x 1.78m)) Fitted with a white suite and chrome fittings, comprising a corner shower cubicle and wash hand basin with mixer tap and storage cupboards beneath.
Half-tiled walls to dado height, tiled splashbacks, a window to the side, a chrome heated towel rail and wood-effect laminate flooring.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room (18' 7'' x 10' 11'' (max) (5.66m x 3.32m)) Fitted with a range of high and low-level units with beige door and drawer fronts, complemented by black granite-effect work surfaces.
A stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer is positioned beneath a window to the side elevation.
Integrated appliances include an under-counter fridge, freezer, washing machine and Bosch oven with a four-burner electric hob and extractor hood above.
The kitchen opens into a breakfast area and features wood-effect laminate flooring throughout.
Windows to all aspects create a bright and airy space while providing pleasant views over the garden, with a half-glazed casement door giving direct access to the rear garden.
Bedroom 1 (12' 0'' x 10' 1'' (3.65m x 3.07m)) A window to the rear elevation overlooks the garden, while a radiator provides heating.
Please note that part of the room has restricted head height due to the staircase.
On The First Floor Bedroom 2 (13' 8'' x 13' 1'' (4.16m x 3.98m)) The room features Velux windows to both the front and rear, allowing plenty of natural light, along with fitted wardrobes and useful eaves storage.
Further features include a radiator and a timber balustrade with newel post.
Outside To the front of the property is a brick-paved driveway providing off-road parking, complemented by an artificial lawned area and outside lighting.
A pedestrian side gate provides access to the rear garden. The rear garden is a particular feature of the property and has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind.
A generous brick-paved patio lies adjacent to the house and extends around to the side, with an artificial lawn providing additional outdoor space.
There is also a detached garage with power, a personal side door and an up-and-over entrance door. Further features include fenced boundaries, an outside tap, exterior lighting and a water butt.
The garden also enjoys views to the side across the North Downs.
Value & comps
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Returns
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