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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · SY24 5JF
For saleReduced £35k (−14.9%) on 10 JulListed 237 days
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Traditional Coastal Home in The Heart of Borth Village An excellent opportunity to acquire a traditional coastal property set within the centre of the ever-popular seaside village of Borth.
Offering generous and flexible accommodation, the property is in need of general improvement and modernisation, presenting the perfect canvas for those wishing to create a superb family home or coastal retreat.
The accommodation briefly comprises four to five bedrooms, providing versatility for growing families, home working or guest space, together with two well-proportioned reception rooms ideal for both formal entertaining and relaxed everyday living.
Externally, the property benefits from good-sized rear gardens, complete with a greenhouse and useful storage sheds - perfect for gardening enthusiasts.
Situated on the sweeping curve of Cardigan Bay, Borth is renowned for its long sandy beach and spectacular sunsets.
The village offers a good range of everyday shopping amenities, including a convenience store, mini-supermarket, post office, pharmacy, cafés, public houses, takeaway outlets and local services, catering well for day-to-day needs.
Borth boasts a miles-long sandy beach, ideal for walking, swimming and water sports.
Just to the north lies the stunning Ynyslas, part of the Dyfi National Nature Reserve, celebrated for its sand dunes, wildlife habitats and unspoilt coastline - a haven for nature lovers, walkers and bird watchers.
The village is served by Borth Railway Station, providing convenient rail links to Aberystwyth, as well as connections to North and East Wales, Shrewsbury, the Midlands and beyond.
This accessibility makes Borth an attractive option for commuters and those seeking coastal living without isolation.
The vibrant university town of Aberystwyth lies approximately 8 miles to the south and offers an extensive range of facilities and major employers.
It is home to the prestigious National Library of Wales, one of the UK’s six legal deposit libraries and a centre of national cultural importance.
The town also hosts Aberystwyth University, a highly regarded academic institution attracting students nationally and internationally, and Bronglais Hospital, the principal district general hospital serving Mid Wales and a significant local employer.
Aberystwyth provides a strong mix of both national and independent retailers, including major high street names, supermarkets, banking facilities and leisure amenities, alongside a thriving local business community.
The town also offers secondary schools, leisure centre, cinema, marina and a picturesque promenade.
Accommodation - (of approximate dimensions) Double glazed part glass panelled main entrance door into: Hallway Original feature tiled floor, coved ceiling, night storage heater, stairs to the first floor accommodation and doors off to: Living room 11’11 x 9’9 max + Bay Double glazed square Bay window to front, feature former fireplace, night storage heater, coved ceiling, picture rail and war lighting.
Dining room 13’5 x 9’10 Tiled former fireplace, double glazed window to rear, night storage heater, alcove cupboards and under stairs storage cupboard.
Bathroom 5’10 x 5’5 Double glazed window to side, low level flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath, tiled floor and walls.
Kitchen 11’11 x 8’6/6’5 Tiled floor, former fireplace housing the night storage heater, alcove cupboard, electric cooker point, base and wall units, double glazed window to side and rear and door to: Utility Double glazed window side, single bowl and drainer sink unit, toll and wall units, double glazed side entrance door.
From this an enclosed staircase elevates to a first floor bedroom which could become Bedroom Five. Door to: Pantry 4’11 x 2’11 Wall shelving.
First floor accommodation Main landing Stairs elevating to the second floor accommodation and doors to: Bedroom one 12’min x 11’11 Double glazed window to front, built in wardrobe and former fireplace.
Bedroom two 11’11 x 11’2 Double glazed window to rear, built in wardrobe, cast former fireplace and a door with limited headroom leads through to: Nursery/office/ Bedroom five 18’2 max x 8’6 As previously stated, this is a versatile room and has a dedicated secondary staircase descending to the ground floor kitchen.
Double glazed window to the rear and night storage heater. Second floor accommodation Main landing Entrance to the loft area above and doors off to: Bedroom four 11’11 x 11’6 max Sloping ceiling.
Double glazed dormer window to front and built in wardrobe. Bedroom four 11’11 min x 7’ max Sloping ceiling. Double glazed dormer window to rear. Externally Small enclosed courtyard to the front.
Mainly lawned rear garden with outside WC, two-storage sheds and greenhouse. Gated pedestrian rear access. Tenure We are advised that the property is Freehold.
Services We are advised that Mains Electricity, Water and Drainage is connected to the property. Night storage heating. Viewing Strictly by appointment with Ystadau Hiwse Estates.
What3Words: ///stamp.mistress.earlobes proof of funding We will require evidence of funding prior to formally accepting an offer for this property (subject to contract).
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Acceptable examples of identification include passport, recent utility bill, photographic driving licence etc. General All measurements are approximate and given as a guide only.
Any services or appliances which are listed on these sale particulars have not been tested.
We endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable but they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
The seller does not make any representation to give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller.
Any information given by us in these details or otherwise is given without responsibility on our part.
Services, fittings and equipment referred to in the sales details have not been tested (unless otherwise stated) and no warranty can be given as to their condition.
We strongly recommend that all the information which we provide about the property is verified by yourself or your advisers. Please contact us before viewing the property.
If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available.
This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
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