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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · DH4 5QF
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About
Presented to the market with the significant advantage of no onward chain, this extended four-bedroom semi-detached house offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a spacious family home in Houghton le Spring.
Boasting a practical layout and generous proportions, this property is perfectly suited for modern family living.
Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming hallway that provides access to the principal ground floor accommodation.
The property features two distinct reception rooms, offering versatile spaces for relaxation, entertaining, or even a dedicated home office.
These rooms are well-proportioned, allowing for flexible furniture arrangements and creating comfortable environments for various activities.
The layout ensures that there is ample space for both formal gatherings and casual family time.
The kitchen, whilst functional, presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer to personalise and upgrade to their own taste and specifications, adding significant value and creating a truly bespoke culinary space.
Adjacent to the kitchen, or easily accessible, are the necessary amenities to support a busy household. Ascending to the first floor, you will find four well-appointed bedrooms.
The extension has thoughtfully provided an additional double bedroom, making this property particularly appealing to larger families or those requiring extra guest accommodation or a dedicated study.
Each bedroom offers comfortable living quarters, with sufficient space for wardrobes and other furnishings.
The single bathroom serves the household, and like other areas, offers scope for modernisation to enhance its appeal and functionality.
Externally, the property benefits from both a front garden and an enclosed rear garden.
The rear garden provides a private and secure outdoor space, perfect for children to play, for al fresco dining, or for keen gardeners to cultivate.
The front garden adds to the property's kerb appeal.
Furthermore, the property includes a driveway, providing convenient off-street parking, which leads to a garage at the rear, offering additional secure parking or valuable storage space.
Located in Houghton le Spring, the property enjoys access to a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and leisure facilities.
Excellent transport links are also readily available, connecting residents to wider areas and making commuting straightforward.
This extended semi-detached house represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a substantial family home with considerable potential.
Its generous living spaces, four bedrooms, and desirable outdoor areas, combined with the benefit of no onward chain, make it a highly attractive proposition.
Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the space and potential this property has to offer.
GROUND FLOOR Entrance Hall Living Room (3.90m x 3.20m) Dining Room (3.20m x 2.70m) Kitchen (3.30m x 2.30m) FIRST FLOOR Landing Bedroom 1 (3.40m x 2.30m + wardrobes) Bedroom 2 (3.30m x 3.10m) Bedroom 3 (5.10m x 2.10m) Bedroom 4 (3.20m x 1.90m) Bathroom (1.90m x 1.70m) MATERIAL INFORMATION The following information should be read and considered by any potential buyers prior to making a transactional decision: SERVICES We are advised by the seller that the property has mains provided GAS, ELECTRICITY, WATER and DRAINAGE.
WATER METER - No PARKING ARRANGEMENTS - Garage / Driveway / Street Parking ELECTRIC CAR CHARGER - No MOBILE PHONE SIGNAL No known issues at the property.
BROADBAND SPEED The maximum speed for broadband in this area is shown by imputing the postcode at the following link here > FLOOD RISK RATING Please check the online flood risk checker at the following link here > NORTHEAST OF ENGLAND - EX MINING AREA We operate in an ex-mining area.
This property may have been built on or near an ex-mining site. Further information can/will be clarified by the solicitors prior to completion.
The information above has been provided by the seller and has not yet been verified at the point of producing this material.
There may be more information related to the sale of this property that can be made available to any potential buyer.
These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract.
All measurements are approximate and for guidance only.
Value & comps
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About Willow Road, Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4 5QF
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