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Sold STCListed 117 days
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* 5 Bedroom Dormer Bungalow * Prime Village Location * Beautiful Established Gardens Occupying a prime position in the heart of the village, this beautifully presented five-bedroom dormer bungalow offers an exceptional amount of versatile living space, making it an ideal home for growing families, multi-generational living or buyers seeking flexible accommodation that can adapt to their changing needs.
This home is likely to appeal to families looking for generous bedroom accommodation, buyers wanting the flexibility of ground floor living, or those searching for a peaceful village setting with a large established garden, ample parking and versatile reception space.
With five double bedrooms, a practical layout and scope for home working, it offers the perfect balance of comfort and functionality.
Approached via two separate driveways, the property enjoys excellent kerb appeal and a well-maintained front garden with an attractive lawn.
One driveway provides direct access to the garage and a useful side entrance to the property, while the second leads to the front of the home. Together, they offer ample off-road parking.
The linked garage has been thoughtfully extended to create a substantial workshop-ideal for hobbyists, storage, or those requiring additional workspace.
The main entrance is located to the side of the property, where a welcoming porch opens into a spacious central hallway, providing access to all of the ground floor accommodation.
The generous living room is flooded with natural light thanks to two windows, creating a bright and inviting space to relax with family and friends.
A feature gas fire provides a cosy focal point, making this a room to enjoy throughout the seasons.
The fitted kitchen is well-equipped with integrated electric oven, grill, hob and under counter fridge and freezer, together with space and plumbing for a washing machine, offering everything needed for day-to-day family life.
Overlooking the stunning rear garden, the dining room provides the perfect setting for family meals and entertaining, with a door opening directly onto the patio, allowing indoor and outdoor living to flow effortlessly during the warmer months.
A useful secondary porch offers additional access to a driveway and front garden via a covered area, adding further practicality to this well-designed home.
Together with a convenient downstairs WC and wall storage, used as a pantry, which also offers excellent potential to be converted into a utility room if desired.
The ground floor also benefits from a generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, making it ideal for guests, those seeking single-level living or a dedicated home office, together with a modern family shower room.
To the first floor are four further double bedrooms, three of which benefit from fitted wardrobes or built-in storage, ensuring there is plenty of space for every member of the family.
The adaptable layout provides endless possibilities for children's bedrooms, guest accommodation, hobby rooms or home-working space.
Outside, the rear garden is undoubtedly one of the property's standout features.
Beautifully enclosed and thoughtfully established with mature trees, shrubs and flowering borders, it provides a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity.
Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee, entertaining friends on a summer evening or watching children play on the lawn, this is a garden that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Combining spacious and flexible accommodation with a highly desirable village location, excellent parking, a substantial workshop and beautifully established gardens, this exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to purchase a property capable of adapting to every stage of family life.
Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate everything this wonderful home has to offer.
PORCH HALLWAY LIVING ROOM 11' 2" x 22' 2" (3.4m x 6.76m) KITCHEN 14' 5" x 9' (4.39m x 2.74m) DINING ROOM 13' 5" x 10' 6" (4.09m x 3.2m) WC BEDROOM ONE 12' 3" x 10' 5" (3.73m x 3.18m) SHOWER ROOM 5' 10" x 7' 3" (1.78m x 2.21m) FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM TWO 12' 1" x 12' 7" (3.68m x 3.84m) BEDROOM THREE 8' x 13' 5" (2.44m x 4.09m) BEDROOM FOUR 9' 8" x 14' 6" (2.95m x 4.42m) BEDROOM FIVE 9' 9" x 11' 2" (2.97m x 3.4m) WC GARAGE/ WORKSHOP Longton is a sought-after village in the Heart of South Ribble in the PR4 area, Lancashire.
Situated about 4 miles west from Preston in Lancashire and offering excellent transport links.
A vibrant village centre with an excellent range of boutique independent local shops as well as larger chain stores, such as Booth's supermarket.
Excellent local schools and countryside walks being on your doorstep.
Whilst we believe the data within these statements to be accurate, any person(s) intending to place an offer and/or purchase the property should satisfy themselves by inspection in person or by a third party as to the validity and accuracy.
Please call to arrange a viewing on this property now. Our office hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday and 9am-4pm Saturday.
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