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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · SS2 6SB
Sold STCListed 239 days
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About
A charming two double bedroom semi detached bungalow situated in a quiet cul-de-sac setting and within the sought after 'Manners Way' development.
The property benefits from a detached garage to rear and large driveway to front offering ample off street parking for multiple vehicles.
The property further benefits from an 'open plan' lounge/dining room with office space to front. Internal inspection is highly advised.
Entrance Hall Approached via UPVC security door with inset obscured glazed panels. Doors lead off to all rooms. Storage cupboard to side. Wall mounted radiator. Fitted scrub mat to porch area.
Wooden effect laminate flooring. Feature picture rail. Smooth plastered ceilings. Wall mounted thermostatic heating control. Bedroom One 13' 6" x 12' 1" (4.11m x 3.68m) Into bay.
UPVC double glazed bay window unit to front. Feature stained glass leaded light window to side. Wall mounted radiator. Counter top mounted corner sink unit with tiled splash back and cupboard beneath.
Smooth plastered ceiling. Bedroom Two 10' 3" x 10' 3" (3.12m x 3.12m) Large UPVC double glazed window to side. Wall mounted radiator. Fitted low level storage cupboard. Feature picture rail.
Smooth plastered ceiling. Dining Room/Study 15' 3" x 8' 3" (4.65m x 2.51m) UPVC double glazed window to front, Further UPVC double glazed window to side. Two wall mounted radiators.
Wood effect laminate flooring. Feature picture rail. Smooth plastered ceiling.
Open archway provides access to the; Lounge 12' 6" x 12' 4" (3.8m x 3.76m) Aluminium framed double glazed sliding doors to rear. Wall mounted radiator.
Feature fireplace with stone mantle and hearth. Electric feature fire. Wood effect laminate flooring. Feature picture rail. Smooth plastered ceiling.
Kitchen 10' 9" x 8' 4" (3.28m x 2.54m) UPVC double glazed windows to side and rear. Aluminium framed obscured glazed door to rear provides access to the conservatory/Sun Room.
Kitchen is fitted with a range of base and eye level cabinets incorporating a rolled edge working surface. Inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer unit.
Inset four burner gas hob with extractor hood above. Integrated fan assisted electric oven. Space for free standing fridge/freezer. Space and plumbing for washing machine.
Wall mounted 'Vaillant' gas fired combination boiler. Tiled splash backs. Wood effect laminate flooring. High level skirting. Feature picture rail. Access to loft room via drop down ladder.
Storage/pantry cupboard to side.
Conservatory/Sun Room 17' 6" x 5' 0" (5.33m x 1.52m) UPVC double glazed French doors to rear, Further UPVC double glazed door to rear, plus double glazed window to side. Wall mounted radiator.
Tiled effect vinyl flooring. Wall mounted lighting. Shower Room 7' 7" x 4' 9" (2.3m x 1.45m) UPVC double obscured glazed window to side.
Shower room is fitted with a three piece suite comprising low flush WC, corner wash hand basin with storage cupboard beneath, Plus enclosed shower unit with glazed sliding door.
Adjustable showerhead, wall mounted mixer tap. Part tiled walls. High level skirting. Heated towel rail.
Loft Room 13' 9" x 10' 1" (4.2m x 3.08m) A good size loft room which is approached via drop down ladders. Two velux windows to rear. Access to eaves storage space.
Potential to be made into a further bedroom subject to suitable access and building regulations.
Rear Garden The property benefits from a sunny south facing rear garden with large block paved patio area leading to detached garage measuring 13’4 x 10'6 with up and over door to front.
Remainder laid mostly to lawn with mature planted border and raised patio to rear. Double gates to side provide access to front.
Parking To the front of the property is a good sized block paved driveway with in and out drop curbs. Access to side.
Value & comps
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Returns
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