3-bedroom bungalow · DE13 8EU
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About
A fantastic opportunity for those seeking a project property in the highly sought after village of Barton under Needwood.
Offering amazing potential and ready for complete modernisation, this detached dormer bungalow sits on a substantial garden plot including a spacious drive and a large detached garage.
It offers plenty of scope to extend, subject to planning and building regulations.
Efflinch Lane is perfectly placed just a short walk away from the heart of Barton under Needwood and within walking distance from its wide range of amenities, including John Taylor Academy, shops, Post Office, pubs, doctors surgery, pharmacy and eateries.
Just outside the village is popular Barton Marina with its bars, cinema, cafes and shops.
The accommodation is spread over two floors and begins on the ground floor where the front door opens into the hall where stairs lead to the first floor.
There is a light and spacious kitchen/diner with views to the front and side, with parquet flooring in the dining area. The lounge has a log burner and a large picture window framing garden views.
Linking the kitchen/diner and lounge is a large lean-to which is ready to be replaced. Also off the hall is a ground floor bedroom and bathroom.
Off the first floor landing there are two further bedrooms. The rear gardens offer plenty of outdoor space and will need landscaping.
The large detached garage is ideal for car enthusiasts, workshop space or extra storage.
Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: The property is not registered with Land Registry and will require a first registration on sale, for which most solicitors will make an additional charge.
It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices. There is limited information available due to the property being part of a deceased estate.
Property construction: Standard Parking: Drive and garage Electricity supply: mains Water supply: Mains Sewerage: Mains Heating: (Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Not currently connected.
See Ofcom link for speed: Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link Local Authority/Tax Band: East Staffordshire Borough Council / Tax Band E Useful Websites: Our Ref: JGA/17032026 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.
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Value & comps
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