Boasting glorious wrap around gardens and located in a quiet residential area this property is your dream country home. In need of some modernisation, the property offers light and bright living with beautiful garden views which can be enjoyed from many of the principal living spaces. Elizabeth Humphreys Homes are delighted to welcome to the market this fabulous 2 bedroomed bungalow located in the Northumberland village of Swarland. This distinctive home benefits from driveway parking for two cars leading to a single garage with a Gliderol roller door, gorgeous wrap around gardens, a delightful conservatory, wooden windows and a wooden front door, electric central heating, and all the other usual mains connections. This superb property would appeal to those looking to downside or for those looking to easily commute north or south but who would prefer to be surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Swarland is an idyllic village which boasts its own Primary School, ‘Nelsons’ coffee shop, children’s play area, tennis courts, a village golf course and club house, equestrian facilities, a village hall and stunning views of the coast and countryside with walks into the countryside minutes from your front door. A short drive from the A1, this village is perfectly located for easy access north into Scotland and south to Newcastle and beyond.
A flagstone path and couple of steps lead to the front door which opens into a beneficial light and bright entrance porch. A door opens from here into the main entrance hallway which provides convenient access to the principal living spaces.
Spacious, light and bright, the living room, with coving, is an inviting room in which to spend time with family and friends. There is plenty of space to accommodate a variety of furniture, a good number of wall sockets provide flexibility in placement of lamps and such like. A window overlooks the front garden and sliding patio doors provide access into the conservatory which takes full advantage of the garden views courtesy of its many windows making this an ideal place in which to relax whilst reading a book or enjoying a glass of wine. French doors lead from here into the rear garden creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living.
The kitchen offers a good number of wall and base units with a beech-coloured door with chrome handles complemented by a charcoal grey laminate work surface and dark grey splash back tiling. This sociable room offers space to sit and dine at a breakfast bar although this could be easily removed if a dining table with accompanying chairs were preferred. There is a built-in fridge freezer, a Whirlpool double oven and four place induction hob beneath a Hoptpoint chimney style extractor fan, a stainless-steel double sink with central half basin and a mixer tap above, wine storage and a slimline dishwasher. Dual aspect, with a window to the front and one to the rear, this room takes full advantage of the lovely garden views. The space is finished with stone effect floor tiles which is both practical and attractive and beneficial loft access is available.
A utility room leads from the kitchen and offers plumbing and space for a washing machine and another storage unit with a shelf above. There is further workable bench space which is illuminated by a window overlooking the rear. This is a superb and sizable space, with external access to the rear garden and access to the garage.
The garage benefits from a window overlooking the side of the property and, subject to obtaining relevant planning permission, could be converted into another room.
The bedroom accommodation is to the right of the entrance porch and the hallway here showcases original floorboards which could be restored to create a stunning look. The electrical consumer unit is located here for ease of access.
The primary bedroom is positioned to the front of the property and enjoys attractive garden views. This tranquil and restful king-sized bedroom can comfortably accommodate a range of bedroom furniture and is finished with a sumptuous grey carpet which adds comfort as you move throughout. The room is painted a delicate mauve colour which captures the country cottage theme perfectly.
Bedroom 2 is a light and bright king-sized bedroom taking advantage of the rear garden views. With plenty of wall sockets, this room offers a variety of ways in which furniture can be configured.
The bathroom, with Armitage Shanks ceramics, comprises a close coupled toilet with a push button behind, a full pedestal hand wash basin, a white bath with a wall mounted shower head and twin taps over and an electric wall mounted radiator. There is a beneficial cupboard housing the electric water heater in addition to providing space to store towels and additional linen. Café latte and cream coloured mosaic tiling adorn the walls to half height, extending to full height around the bath and shower area, and grey floor tiles complete the look. A window to the rear, with privacy glass, allows for natural light.
The separate shower room, finished with light grey Riven tiling with a dark grey feature wall, comprises a shower cubicle with an electric shower within, a chrome heated towel rail and an extractor fan. Light grey floor tiles provide a practical and attractive finish.
Externally, the wrap around gardens are your haven of peace and tranquillity. With high hedging and fencing affording further privacy, the beautifully secluded gardens are the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. A greenhouse offers those green fingered gardeners a space to while away the hours potting and planting and a garden shed provides useful storage. Mature shrubs form a pretty backdrop, views of which can be enjoyed whilst al fresco dining and entertaining on paved area to the rear of the property during the warm summer months. A further sizable paved area conveniently houses the wheeled waste containers.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D, £2,434:83
EPC: F
Important Note:
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services including central heating and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. All measurements are approximate and for guidance only. If there is any point that is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will try and clarify the position for you.
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