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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · TN25 6QP
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About
Detailed Description Description In a sought after village location, this substantial detached bungalow has been in the ownership of the same family for the last fifty years.
Despite recent improvements, including a replacement boiler and heating system as well as haining been rewired, it is fair to say that the property does require general updating and improvement.
It presents an exciting opportunity for potential purchaser to tailor a home to suit their own tastes and requirements, is considered well worthy of the expenditure required and has been priced accordingly.
The accommodation is of comfortable proportions and currently comprises three reception rooms, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a bath and shower room. There are also a couple of lean-to additions.
There is scope to reconfigure and extend if additional space is required (subject to all necessary consents and approvals being obtained.
The property occupies a generous plot with gardens on all sides, a generous driveway providing ample parking, a car port and a detached double garage. Beining sold with the benefit of no onward chain.
For room sizes please refer to the floor plan.
Situation Located in the heart of the village of Brabourne Lees, this property is ideally positioned within walking distance of a range of local amenities serving both Smeeth and Brabourne Lees.
These include Smeeth Primary School, a village store with post office, hairdressers, local public transport links, several well-regarded pubs, and Brabourne School, which is also nearby.
Smeeth and Brabourne Lees benefit from a strong sense of community, with a variety of established village groups and activities contributing to their thriving atmosphere.
The nearby market town of Ashford provides an extensive selection of supermarkets, leisure facilities, schools, a cinema and restaurant complex, as well as the Designer Outlet.
The Cinque Ports Town of Hythe, approximately 5 miles distant, provides a wide range of amenities including 4 supermarkets (including Waitrose, Sainsburys and Aldi), a vibrant High Street with various independent shops, boutiques, cafes and restaurants, together with a selection of sports and leisure facilities, golf courses, swimming pool, etc.
The motorway network (M20 Junction 11) is within a short driving distance of the property (approx 4 miles), the Channel Tunnel Terminal (6 miles), the ferry port of Dover (17 miles) and Ashford International Passenger Station (6 miles).
Value & comps
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