Property description
A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED 4/5 BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME SITUATED WITHIN TWYNHAM SCHOOL CATCHMENT AREA
BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT * RECENTLY EXT BY CURRENT OWNERS * POPULAR LOC CLOSE TO ST CATHERINES HILL * ENT HALL * LOUNGE/DINING RM * KIT/BREAKFAST RM * STUDY/BED 5 * 1ST FLOOR: MASTER BED WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER RM * 3 FURTHER DOUBLE BEDS * FAMILY BATHROOM * ATT SINGLE GGE * ORP FOR SEV VEHICLES * LOVELY REAR GDN
Directional Note: From the main roundabout in Christchurch take the Bargates exit and continue on over the railway bridge into Fairmile Rd. Continue on over the next 2 roundabouts taking the 2nd exits and just after the 2nd roundabout No 23 Hurn Rd can be found on the right-hand side.
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a beautifully presented 4/5 bedroom detached family home situated in a popular location very close to the picturesque area of St Catherines Hill and set within the Catchment Area for Twynham School. The property has been extremely well maintained by the current owners and was extended on the first floor to provide the now 4 double bedrooms. There is an extra room on the ground floor which can be used as a Study or if necessary a 5th bedroom for visitors, there is also a spacious lounge/dining room and kitchen/breakfast room.
Hurn Road is situated approximately 1.5 miles from Christchurch Town Centre with its historic 11th Century Priory, Town Quay and various shops, bars and restaurants. There are local shops nearby in Marlow Drive and as previously mentioned the house is conveniently situated for the local beauty spot of St Catherines Hill which provides lovely countryside walks through heathland and forest. This area is currently classed as an area of Special Scientific Interest. The property is also handily situated for access to the main A338 Spur Road towards Southampton and London beyond.
An early viewing is highly recommended on this particular property to fully appreciate its current condition and spacious accommodation.
The accommodation comprises with approximate room sizes:-
ENTRANCE HALL: Return staircase to first floor. Radiator. Wooden flooring. Smoke detector. Entryphone for electric gates.
GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM: Close coupled w.c. with concealed cistern set in tiled surround. Wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks. Radiator. Tiled floor. Smooth ceiling with downlighters. Obscure leaded light double glazed window to side aspect.
STUDY/BEDROOM 5: 10'9\" x 10'7\" (3.28m x 3.23m). Double glazed leaded light window to front aspect. Radiator. Small understairs cupboard. Cable TV point. Further TV point. Coved and smooth ceiling.
LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: 26' x 11'7\" (7.92m x 3.53m). Double aspect room with double glazed leaded light window to front aspect. Sliding patio doors lead to rear garden. Wood burning stove. 2 radiators. Coved and smooth ceiling.
Doors from Entrance Hall and Lounge/Dining Room lead to:
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 20'5\" x 13'9\" (6.22m x 4.19m) narrowing to 9'9\" (2.97m). Double glazed window overlooking rear garden. Small window to rear aspect. Double glazed door to side. The kitchen is extensively fitted with a range of attractive white high gloss wall and base cabinets. Solid wooden work surface incorporates one and a half bowl stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, decoratively tiled splashbacks. Fitted 'Bosch' stainless steel 4-ring gas hob with stainless steel chimney style extractor hood above. Built-in 'Bosch' double fan-assisted electric oven at eye-level. Integral appliances to include fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Wooden flooring. Coved and smooth ceiling with downlighters. Handy fitted table.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING: Double glazed window to side aspect. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smooth ceiling. Access to roof space. Large cupboard housing floor mounted central heating boiler.Further area measuring
5'11\" x 5 3\" which would make an ideal study/office area.Light tunnel giving natural light.
BEDROOM ONE: 13'10\" x 11'7\" (4.22m x 3.53m). Double glazed leaded light window to front aspect. Radiator. Range of sliding door wardrobes with hanging space and shelving. Door leads to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM: Fully enclosed and tiled shower cubicle with mains shower unit. Wash hand basin. Close coupled w.c. with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls. Tiled floor. Mirror-fronted medicine cabinet. Smooth ceiling with light tunnel and downlighters.
BEDROOM TWO: 13'10\" x 10'6\" (4.22m x 3.2m). Double aspect room with double glazed windows to both front and side aspects. Radiator. Smooth ceiling.
BEDROOM THREE: 11'6\" (3.51m) narrowing to 8'4\" x 11'1\" (2.54m x 3.38m). Double glazed window overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Smooth ceiling.
BEDROOM FOUR: 11'3\" x 8'4\" (3.43m x 2.54m) plus door recess. Double glazed window overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Smooth ceiling.
FAMILY BATHROOM: Obscure double glazed window to side aspect. Fully enclosed and tiled corner shower cubicle with sliding doors and mains operated shower. Matching suite comprising deep panelled bath with tiled surround and centrally mounted mixer tap. Wash hand basin with mixer tap. Close coupled w.c. with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls. Ladder style heated towel rail. Tiled floor. Mirror-fronted medicine cabinet. Smooth ceiling with downlighters.
OUTSIDE
The property occupies a position set back from the road with a large front garden. The garden is approached via double ornate electric gates and is mainly laid to loose shingle providing OFF ROAD PARKING FOR SEVERAL CARS with potential space for caravan or boat. Small area of garden enclosed by sleepers laid to loose chippings with mature plants and shrubs. The garden is enclosed with a decorative brick wall and railings, timber panel fencing and laurel hedging. To the right-hand side of the property:
SINGLE ATTACHED GARAGE: 17' x 8' (5.18m x 2.44m). Up and over door. Personal door to rear garden. Power and light.
To the left-hand side of the house is a pedestrian pathway via a wooden gate and this leads to the rear garden. Directly to the rear of the house is a loose shingle semi-circular patio area which would make an ideal entertaining space. From this steps lead up to the remainder of the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a decking area and steps up to a further area of lawn with well-stocked flower and shrub borders. Loose shingle pathway leading to bench seat with Pergola over. The garden is delightfully laid out and gives a good degree of privacy to the owners and is enclosed by a mature hedge and various mature shrubs and plants. Outside tap. Personal door to rear of Garage.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E
STAMP DUTY. Under the new SDLT calculations announced by the Chancellor in the Autumn Statement, at the asking price of £499,950 we calculate tax of £14,998.00 would be payable on completion. Whilst this information has been given in good faith and checked we recommend a prospective purchaser does their own calculation before making an offer.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
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