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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · TA19 9HJ
Listing removedReduced £12.5k (−6.6%) on 11 JunListed 216 days
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About
Nestled within the charming village of Ilton, this well-presented two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking a peaceful setting with convenient local amenities, all available with the added advantage of NO ONWARD CHAIN.
The property welcomes you with a generously sized lounge, featuring an attractive open fire that creates a cosy focal point, while double patio doors allow natural light to flood the space and provide direct access out to the rear garden.
The fitted kitchen is both practical and inviting, flowing seamlessly into a uPVC double glazed conservatory, ideal for dining or relaxing while enjoying views of the garden.
There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both offering comfortable accommodation, complemented by a modern shower room fitted with a stylish shower cubicle.
A large open attic fully boarded accessed via a fitted ladder provides excellent storage.
Externally, the property benefits from a rear garden that includes a useful wooden storage shed, perfect for garden tools and additional storage.
A short distance from the bungalow is a single garage, along with a driveway providing off-street parking.
Further benefits include double glazing throughout, with some windows recently renewed, and oil-fired central heating ensuring warmth and efficiency.
Ilton itself is a delightful village offering a range of local amenities including a village pub, village hall, primary school, recreation ground and cricket club.
The property also enjoys excellent connectivity, with easy access to the A358 and the nearby South Somerset town of Ilminster, making it an ideal blend of rural living and accessibility.
Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: D Council Tax Band: B Accommodation comprises: Entrance Hallway, Lounge, Fitted Kitchen, Two Double Bedrooms, Conservatory and Shower Room.
Entrance Hallway uPVC double glazed door, door to boiler room with double glazed window to the front aspect and Grant central heating boiler.
Further door to: Lounge 4.11m x 3.63m Double glazed double doors out to garden, radiator, double glazed window to the side aspect with views over the field, open fireplace. Door to inner hall.
Kitchen 3.6m x 2.18m Fitted with a range of matching wall and base units with adjoining work top surface and inset stainless steel sink and drainer.
Appliance spaces for cooker and fridge/freezer. Radiator, double glazed window and door leading to Conservatory.
Inner Hallway Built-in airing cupboard with tank and slatted shelving, access to roof void.
Doors to all principle rooms: Bedroom One 3.53m x 3.48m Double glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.
Bedroom Two 3.45m x 3.02m Double glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.
Shower Room Benefiting a three-piece suite comprising shower cubicle with electric shower, inset wash hand basin and back-to-wall W.C. with built-in storage.
Panelled splash backs and opaque double glazed window. Conservatory 4.1m x 2.36m uPVC double glazed construction, radiator and door to garden.
Outside The front of the property is accessed by foot only with a pathway leading to the side of the property to the entrance door.
Open planned lawn area to the front aspect with a variation of low level shrubs.
Gate giving access to the rear garden which is partly laid to patio with steps leading up to a further area laid to patio and stone chippings enclosed by flower borders housing a variety of mature plants and shrubs.
Two timber storage sheds. Garage The garage is located in a block within walking distance of the property with roll-up door and parking in front.
Property Information Services Mains water, electric and drainage. Oil Central Heating.
Broadband and Mobile Coverage Ultrafast Broadband is available in this area and mobile signal should be available outdoors from all four major providers and limited access indoors from all four major providers.
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