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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · BL1 5EN
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About
This mature and extended three-bedroom traditional semi-detached family home occupies an attractive position within one of Heaton's most established residential locations.
Offering generous internal space and excellent potential for further enhancement, the property presents an ideal opportunity for buyers looking to create a home tailored to their own taste and style.
Set behind a generous driveway with attractive front gardens and complemented by an extensive, well-established rear garden, the property also offers further scope for extension (subject to the necessary planning permissions).
The location is particularly desirable, with access to well-regarded schooling at all levels including both state and private options.
Excellent transport connections are within easy reach, including the local ring road, motorway networks, and Lostock railway station just a short drive away.
Open countryside is almost on the doorstep, along with the scenic Doffcocker Lodge Reservoir and surrounding conservation areas.
Accommodation Entrance Porch & Reception Hallway Accessed via a hardwood entrance door with glazed panels into a welcoming reception hallway featuring neutral décor, deep skirting boards, coving, and spindle staircase to the first floor.
Understairs storage and a modern two-piece cloakroom complete the space.
Through Lounge & Dining Room A spacious dual-aspect reception area extending to approximately 28ft, ideal for family living and entertaining.
The front lounge features a chimney breast with a coal-effect living flame gas fire, while the rear dining area enjoys pleasant views over the garden with fitted display shelving and decorative coving.
Breakfast Kitchen Fitted with a range of wall and base units incorporating glazed display cabinets, contrasting work surfaces, integrated split-level electric oven, halogen hob, and stainless steel sink unit.
Two large rear-facing windows provide excellent natural light and garden views. Internal access leads to the integral garage.
Integral Garage Spacious single garage with power, lighting, fitted storage, plumbing for a washing machine, and housing the wall-mounted Worcester combination boiler.
First Floor Landing Light and airy landing with side window. Bedroom One (Front) Generous king-size room with mirrored fitted wardrobes and leaded UPVC window.
Bedroom Two (Rear) Second king-size bedroom overlooking the extensive rear garden with fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom Three (Rear) Good-sized single bedroom, suitable for use as a small double or home office. Includes loft access.
Shower Room Modern three-piece suite comprising walk-in shower enclosure with fitted seat, vanity wash basin, and push-button WC. Fully tiled walls and flooring with chrome heated towel radiator.
External Front Generous paved driveway providing off-road parking for approximately 3-4 vehicles leading to the integral garage. Lawned garden with mature hedging and planted borders.
Rear A particularly attractive feature of the property, the extensive rear garden includes an L-shaped paved patio area leading down to a large lawn with mature shrubs, flowering borders, and conifer screening.
Timber fenced boundaries and outside water point.
Additional Information Tenure : Leasehold Lease is 999 years from 1937 - Ground rent is £6 per annum - 908 years remaining Council Tax Band : E Heating : Gas Central Heating EPC Rating :
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About 27 Towncroft Lane, Bolton, BL1 5EN
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