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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · NE16 4RN
Sold STCListed 132 days
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Summary A fantastic opportunity to put your own stamp on a property, this two-bedroom semi-detached home has been generously extended at the rear and is offered to the market with no onward chain.
Situated in a prime location just a short distance from Whickham Front Street, the property briefly comprises a spacious living room, a kitchen/diner, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a large under-stairs room, and an attached garage.
Due to the highly desirable location and the excellent potential on offer, we envisage a high volume of interest and strongly encourage an early viewing to avoid disappointment.
Ground Floor The property opens into a convenient entrance hallway, which provides seamless access to the front-facing living room, the kitchen/diner, a practical under-stairs storage room, and the stairs leading up to the first floor.
The well-appointed living room features a large bay window that floods the space with natural light.
A centrally located gas fireplace serves as a cosy focal point for the room, perfect for relaxing evenings. At the rear of the property is the kitchen and an adjacent, good-sized dining area.
The kitchen is equipped with a functional range of wall and base units, beautifully paired with contrasting laminate worktops.
Integrated appliances include an electric oven, a gas hob, and an overhead extractor fan, with ample remaining space for freestanding appliances.
From the dining area, French doors open out onto the rear garden, filling the room with natural light.
An additional door from the dining space leads into a rear lobby, which conveniently connects to the downstairs bathroom, the attached garage, and an external door exiting outside.
The bathroom comprises of a fitted bathtub, washbasin and a low level WC.
Living Room - 4.35m into bay x 4.57m (14'3" x 14'11") Kitchen - 1.83m x 4.53m (6'0" x 14'10") Dining - 3.01m x 3.89m (9'10" x 12'9") Rear Lobby - 3.16m x 1.34m (10'4" x 4'4") Bathroom - 2.6m x 2.17m (8'6" x 7'1") First Floor Upstairs, the landing offers access to both double bedrooms and the shower room.
The main bedroom is considerable in size, featuring a large bay window, providing a spacious and airy retreat.
The second double bedroom is also well-proportioned and features a highly practical, good-sized storage cupboard positioned cleverly over the stairs.
The modern shower room is efficiently designed and includes a corner shower cubicle, a washbasin, and a low-level WC.
Bedroom One - 4.84m x 4.57m (15'10" x 14'11") Bedroom Two - 3.04m x 3.12m (9'11" x 10'2") Shower Room - 2.08m x 1.98m (6'9" x 6'5") Externally The front of the property features an extensive paved driveway behind secure gated access, providing ample off-street parking and leading directly to the attached garage.
Sitting adjacent to the driveway is a front garden providing a vibrant outlook. To the rear, the garden features a paved seating area, perfect for outdoor dining.
Beyond this is a further garden space currently housing a large greenhouse; while it requires some upkeep and TLC, it offers excellent potential to be transformed into a beautiful outdoor retreat.
Garage - 2.61m x 4.77m (8'6" x 15'7") Disclaimer While we endeavour to ensure our sales particulars are accurate and reliable, they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract, and no statement contained herein should be relied upon as a statement of representation or fact.
Any services, systems, and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by WalkersXchange; as such, no guarantee is given regarding their condition or operating ability.
All measurements are approximate and provided for guidance only.
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