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About
This recently renovated two-bedroom bungalow offered with NO UPWARD CHAIN is nestled in a picturesque, tree lined setting within the highly sought-after village of Barton under Needwood.
Occupying a generous plot adjacent to the Queen's Green Canopy land, this home offers a rare combination of peaceful surroundings and convenient access to local amenities.
Barton under Needwood is a vibrant and thriving village steeped in charm, with historic buildings lining the streets alongside a variety of shops, a Post Office, doctors' surgery, pharmacy, and public houses.
The village boasts a strong community spirit, a well-supported village hall, active sports clubs, and a beautiful Marina featuring restaurants, boutique shops, and a cinema.
Educational needs are well-served by the highly regarded local junior school and John Taylor High School.
For commuters, there are excellent transport links to nearby towns and cities, along with scenic country walks right on the doorstep.
The bungalow sits on a spacious plot with a long driveway to the right providing ample parking leading to a detached garage.
A second access point on the left-hand side offers additional convenience and leads to a large, private rear garden-perfect for relaxation or future development potential (subject to planning permission).
The outdoor space includes a sun-trap terrace and a well-maintained lawn, ideal for enjoying the tranquil surroundings.
Accommodation - The hall provides a welcoming entrance with built-in storage cupboards housing a Worcester Greenstar combi boiler (installed 2019, with 10-year warranty) and plumbing for a washing machine.
The kitchen is bright and functional, with generous storage, worktop space, fresh tiling and paintwork, vinyl flooring, and space for a cooker and fridge/freezer.
The lounge is a lovely naturally light-filled 'L' shape room with an attractive bay window, freshly decorated in a neutral palette and fitted with new carpeting.
A central hall has door leading off to two generous bedrooms both neutrally decorated and carpeted. The primary bedroom offers space for fitted wardrobes and potential for an en-suite addition.
The second bedroom, ideal as a guest room or home office, enjoys direct access to the rear terrace and garden.
The bathroom is fitted with a modern three-piece suite including a curved end bath with overhead shower, full-height tiling, and new vinyl flooring.
Additional potential with its generously sized plot, this property offers excellent potential for extending the living space with a conservatory, garden room, or further rooms (subject to planning consent).
Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices.
Property construction: Standard Parking: Drive & garage Electricity supply: Mains Water supply: Mains Sewerage: Mains Heating: Mains gas (Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: ADSL copper wire - See Ofcom link for speed: Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link Local Authority/Tax Band: East Staffordshire Borough Council / Tax Band D Useful Websites: Our Ref: JGA/22062026 The property information provided by John German Estate Agents Ltd is based on enquiries made of the vendor and from information available in the public domain.
If there is any point on which you require further clarification, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
Please note if your enquiry is of a legal or structural nature, we advise you to seek advice from a qualified professional in their relevant field.
We are required by law to comply fully with The Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and as such need to complete AML ID verification and proof / source of funds checks on all buyers and, where relevant, cash donors once an offer is accepted on a property.
We use the Checkboard app to complete the necessary checks, this is not a credit check and therefore will have no effect on your credit history.
With effect from 1st March 2025 a non-refundable compliance fee of £30.00 inc.
VAT per buyer / donor will be required to be paid in advance when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued.
Value & comps
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