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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · GL17 9AP
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About
KJT Residential are delighted to offer for sale, this stunning three bedroom cottage tucked away down a quiet forestry track in the hamlet of Ruardean Hill.
The property which is believed to date back to 1880, has been sympathetically refurbished to an extremely high standard and although now provides a beautifully modern, comfortable family home, it still retains much character and charm.
Entrance Porch Window to front, hardwood floor, great hanging space, radiator. Door to - Living Room 20' 4'' x 10' 7'' (6.19m x 3.22m) A lovely, bright and airy family room!
Windows to front aspects with pleasant outlook, solid oak floor, Aga wood burning stove with brick surround and wood mantle over, exposed beams, radiator, feature arch looking through to dining room, door to - Kitchen 6' 6'' x 6' 8'' (1.98m x 2.02m) Beautifully fitted wall and base Shaker style units providing ample worktop and storage space, the oak worktop giving a cottage feel, and Belfast sink.
Integral twin oven with induction hob and extractor over, fitted eye level microwave, integrated dish washer and wine cooler, tiled splash-backs.
There are two full length fitted cupboards with space for fridge/freezer, radiator, two windows and limestone tiled floor.
Door to - Dining Room 11' 1'' x 17' 7'' (3.37m x 5.35m) Church style windows to front and French doors to outside, limestone tiled floor, radiator, bespoke oak staircase with under-stairs cupboard.
Door to - Utility Window to rear, base units with granite style worktops, sink unit, full length unit, oil fired boiler, limestone tiled floor.
Cloakroom W.C., sink unit, window, radiator. Landing Window to side with pleasant outlook, hardwood floor.
Bedroom One 14' 4'' x 10' 7'' (4.36m x 3.22m) Window to front with views, radiator, door to - Dressing Room 5' 9'' x 5' 10'' (1.74m x 1.79m) Window to front, again with views, radiator, loft access.
En-suite: Comprising low level W.C., shower cubicle, sink with vanity unit under, radiator, wood effect floor, extractor, skylight.
Bedroom Two 10' 4'' x 10' 0'' (3.15m x 3.04m) Windows to two aspects, radiator, access to loft. Bedroom Three 5' 10'' x 10' 4'' (1.78m x 3.14m) Panelled wall, radiator, window.
Family Bathroom 14' 4'' x 6' 11'' (4.36m x 2.1m) Great sized room with roll top bath and separate shower cubicle, low level W.C., sink unit, heated towel rail, radiator, skylight, airing cupboard with shelving, wood floor.
Outside The cottage is approached via a forestry track. To the front is a courtyard area with seasonal planting and stone wall boundary.
A gate leads to another courtyard/patio area where there is a large under cover storage. Sleeper steps lead up to a further seating area then follow up to a large lawn with brick shed.
The views from here are stunning across countryside, towards Drybrook. Services Electricity, mains water & drainage are connected to the property.
The heating system and services where applicable have not been tested. What Three Words teaspoons.skate.publish.
Value & comps
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