1-bedroom bungalow · SP8 4DZ
To rentReduced £50 (−5.6%) on 30 SepListed 43 days · slow let
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About
A beautifully presented and well maintained one bedroom semi-detached cottage, situated within walking distance of Gillingham town centre whilst enjoying a good degree of privacy.
Having been lovingly maintained throughout the current ownership, the property is presented to a high standard and is ready to move straight into.
There is a lovely flow throughout, with the accommodation arranged on a single floor comprising a good sized sitting room, a traditional kitchen with a door leading out to the courtyard garden, a generous double bedroom with en-suite shower room and a further cloakroom.
Despite its compact size, the property makes excellent use of its space and would suit a wide range of buyers.
Outside, the property benefits from a charming enclosed courtyard garden enjoying a westerly aspect, laid with gravel for ease of maintenance, providing a lovely spot for outdoor seating.
On street parking is available. Available Now EPC Rating Band 'tba' Council Tax Band 'A' Deposit Required £1035.00 Subject to Referencing, 1 weeks (£205.00) holding deposit will be required.
Landlord has the right to refuse The Property Inside The front door leads into a front porch, with a cloakroom and a door leading off to the sitting room.
The sitting room is a good size and enjoys a double aspect, making it a bright and welcoming space, decorated to a high standard throughout. There is a loft hatch to the attic which is part boarded.
The kitchen is traditional in style, fitted with wood floor and eye-level cupboards with wood effect laminate worksurfaces, a built-in hob and oven and a dishwasher, with a door leading directly out to the courtyard garden.
The main bedroom is a generous double with its own en-suite shower room, a peaceful and well proportioned space.
Outside Garden The courtyard garden enjoys a westerly aspect and is fully enclosed, with a sunny spot and space for outdoor seating.
Laid with gravel for ease of maintenance, a gate leads out to a pathway beyond. Parking On street parking is available.
Useful Information Energy Efficiency Rating tbc Council Tax Band A Gas Firerd Central Heating Mains Drainage Timber Framed Windows Freehold Location And Directions Gillingham is a well regarded Dorset town, offering a wide range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, schools and leisure facilities.
The town benefits from a mainline railway station, providing direct services to London Waterloo, making it an excellent choice for commuters.
Well positioned for road links, Gillingham offers easy access to the A303, connecting to the South West and London, as well as nearby towns such as Shaftesbury and Sherborne.
Surrounded by attractive countryside, it offers a balance of convenience and access to rural walks. Postcode SP8 4DZ What3words ///compiled.version.rules
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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