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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · BH19 2SJ
Listing removedReduced £40k (−8.2%) on 20 JunListed 435 days
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About
This well designed detached bungalow is situated in a residential cul-de-sac on the south-western outskirts of the town, close to local convenience store, primary school and the Townsend Nature Reserve.
It is thought to have been constructed during the 1960s of traditional cavity brick under a pitched roof covered with concrete interlocking tiles.
14 Mariners Drive offers well presented, good size accommodation with views across the town to Swanage Bay and Ballard down in the distance.
It also has the advantage of good south facing garden, detached garage and off road parking for several vehicles.
There is also scope to create additional rooms in the loft, subject to planning consent. Swanage lies at the eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills.
It has a fine, safe, sandy beach, and is an attractive mixture of old stone cottages and more modern properties, all of which blend in well with the peaceful surroundings.
The central entrance porch and hall welcomes you to this detached bungalow, ideal as a family home or retirement property.
Leading off, the good sized living room with large picture window enjoys views across the town to Swanage Bay and Ballard Down.
The kitchen has recently been refitted with a range of light units with contrasting wood effect worktops, integrated appliances and opens to the South facing conservatory which overlooks the garden.
Living Room 4.26m x 3.74m (14 x 12'3") Kitchen 3.33m x 2.87m (10'11" x 9'5").
Conservatory 3m x 1.94m (9'10 x 6'4") There are two good sized double bedrooms, the principal bedroom is at the front of the property with a large picture window enjoying similar views to the living room.
Bedroom two has a pleasant southerly aspect overlooking the garden. The spacious shower room completes the accommodation.
Bedroom 1 4.26m x 3.51m (14' x 11'6") Bedroom 2 3.31 x 3.08m (10'10" x 10'1") Shower Room 2.78m x 1.83m (9'1 x 6') Subject to planning consent, there is considerable potential for a loft conversion creating additional bedrooms, if required.
Outside, the front garden is mostly laid to lawn with mature shrubs. A concrete driveway provides off road parking for 3 vehicles and leads to the detached garage.
The rear garden is South facing and has views of the sea in the distance, it is laid to lawn with shrub borders/beds, and a paved patio viewing By appointment only through the Sole Agents, Corbens, .
The postcode for this property is BH19 2SJ Property Ref MAR2187 Council Tax Band D - £2689.44 for 2025/2026
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