4 bedroom bungalow for sale

A four bedroom detached bungalow set within ‘park like’ gardens, totalling 0.39 of an acre, in premier cul-de-sac.


Summary of Accommodation

ARCHED INTEGRAL ENTRANCE PORCH* RECEPTION HALL* LOUNGE* DINING ROOM* CONSERVATORY/GARDEN ROOM* KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM* ATTACHCED GARAGE/UTILITY ROOM* MAIN BEDROOM WITH EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM* 3 FURTHER BEDROOMS* GARDENS OF 0.39 OF AN ACRE*

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:
5 Birch Close is believed to date back to the early 1960’s with cement rendered elevations and part Purbeck stone relief to the front under a tiled roof. The property offers well proportioned accommodation incorporating 4 bedrooms and 3 reception rooms, plus gas central heating, double glazing and an attached single garage. The property is being sold with the benefit of vacant possession with no onward chain.

SITUATION:
5 Birch Close is delightfully set in superb landscaped gardens totalling 0.39 of an acre on the southern side of this premier residential cul-de-sac. The local visitor centres of Avon Heath and Moors Valley Country Park/ 18 hole golf course are easily accessible plus Cornerways doctors surgery, M&S convenience store and St Ives primary school. The A31 and A338 provide road links to the main centres of Bournemouth 12 miles, Southampton 16 miles and Salisbury 18 miles. The Castleman Trailway and Lions Hill (Site of Special Scientific Interest) are within close proximity.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From Ringwood leave in a westerly direction along the A31 dual-carriageway in the direction of Ferndown, proceed through the Ashley Heath underpass and at the next roundabout (adjacent to the Travel Lodge) take the third exit onto Woolsbridge Road. Proceed for a short distance, turn left onto Laurel Lane, proceed to the end and at the t-junction turn right onto Braeside Road. Take the first left onto Heather Close, proceed to the end and at the t-junction turn right onto Cedar Avenue and take the first left onto Birch Close, whereupon number 5 is located on the left hand side.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

RECESSED ENTRANCE PORCH: Double glazed front door with floral motif and glazed side screen to:RECEPTION HALL: 14’6” (4.42m) x 6’4” (1.95m). Aspect to the north. Radiator. Security sensor. Wall thermostat. Hatch with ladder to loft area. Telephone point. Full height built-in broom cupboard with fitted shelving. Full height shelved linen cupboard with radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

CLOAKROOM: Aspect to the north. Leaded opaque double glazed window. White suite comprising close coupled low level w.c. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double floor storage cupboard. Extractor. Radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LOUNGE: 18’1” (5.52m) x 11’10” (3.63m) maximum, narrowing to: 10’ (3.05m) to front of chimney. Dual aspect to the south and west. Double glazing sliding patio doors on the southern elevation providing view/ access onto patio and garden. Feature stone fireplace and contrasting hearth, open grate, wooden mantel, inset display niche. Feature three quarter height integral display unit incorporating drinks cabinet and open fronted shelving. Double radiator. 2 wall light points. Security sensor. T.V. point. Electric extending awning. Archway to:

DINING ROOM: 10’ (3.07m) plus deep recess x 9’10” (3m). Aspect to the north. Feature double glazed leaded light bay window providing view across front garden and driveway. Feature dresser unit. Double opening glazed display cupboards, tiled shelf plus drawers and storage cupboard beneath. Feature panelling to half height. Radiator set in decorative cover. Security sensor. Door to:

KITCHEN: 9’9” (2.98m) x 10’ (3.06m). Dual aspect to the north and south. Double glazed leaded light picture window on the northern elevation overlooking front garden and driveway. Range of modern units comprising wall to wall, roll top laminate work surface with one & a quarter bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Range of drawers and floor storage cupboards. The work surface extends on the return wall and creates a u-shape design with small breakfast bar area. Recess for cooker with gas point. Tray recess. Open fronted shelving. 2 double and one single eye level store cupboards. Tiled wall surrounds. Full height shelved larder store. Telephone point. Double radiator. Down lights.

FROM THE KITCHEN, DOOR TO:

ATTACHED SINGLE GARAGE (PLUS UTILITY AREA): 20’1” (6.12m) Electrically operated up and over door. Wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler supplying domestic hot water and water for central heating radiators. RCD fuse box. Gas & electricity meters. Space for chest freezer plus plumbing for washing machine, radiator.

FROM THE KITCHEN, HALF GLAZED DOOR TO:

CONSERVATORY/GARDEN ROOM: 12’10” (3.92m) x 10’3” (3.14m). Triple aspect to the east, west and south. Double glazed windows & doors providing view/access onto patio and rear garden. Polycarbonate sloping ceiling with sun blinds. Radiator. Terrazzo floor and matching window sills. 2 wall light points. Double opening double glazed internal doors on the eastern elevation providing return access into lounge.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 1: 14’1” (4.32m) plus deep door recess x 11’8” (3.57m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed patio door providing view/access onto patio and rear garden. Security sensor. 3 wall light points. Radiator. Archway to:

DRESSING ROOM: With twin full height built-in wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. Door to:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: 8’7” (2.63m) x 5’5” (1.67m). Aspect to the north. Leaded double glazed opaque window. White suite comprising close coupled low level w.c. with wooden seat. Bidet. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double floor storage cupboard beneath. Fully tiled shower cubicle. Radiator. Down lights. Extractor. Heated towel rail.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 2: 12’8” (3.88m) x 9’6” (2.90m) plus deep door recess. Aspect to the north. Leaded double glazed picture window overlooking front garden and driveway. Without loss of measurement to the room, double built-in wardrobe, hanging rail and shelving. Radiator.

FROM THE INNER HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 3: 10’2” (3.12m) x 8’4” (2.55m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed picture window overlooking patio and rear garden. Radiator. Security sensor. Telephone point.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 4/STUDY: 9’10” (3.02m) x 7’7” (2.32m). Aspect to the north. Leaded double glazed picture window overlooking front garden and driveway. Radiator. Half height double built-in wardrobe with store cupboards beneath. Open fronted book shelving.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BATHROOM: Aspect to the south. Opaque double glazed window. White suite comprising panelled bath, fully tiled wall surround. Triton T80 electric shower. Wash basin. Radiator. Strip light and shaver point. Extractor fan.

OUTSIDE:
The property is set on a delightful plot totalling 0.39 of an acre, with a frontage to Birch Close of 70’ (21.34m) and front garden depth of 46’ (14.02m). The front garden, on the northern side of the property, is approached across a ‘horseshoe’ shaped ‘in-out’ driveway with central gravel feature and inset raised Purbeck stone shrub borders with a variety of specimen evergreen shrubs. The driveway provides ample parking and turning for numerous vehicles.

A paved path leads down the western side of the property giving access via a lockable wooden gate to the rear garden, which is a particular feature of the property. Immediately to the rear there is a substantial paved patio running the entire width of the property. The remainder of the garden has been landscaped with large shaped area of lawn bounded by a variety of well stocked and well tended shrub borders with a variety of evergreen trees, shrubs and bushes. Beyond the formal area of lawn there is a woodland dell providing an abundance of mature specimen trees including birch, beech and fir, plus a woodland walk around the boundaries all of which are clearly defined and offer a good degree of privacy. There is an aluminium framed greenhouse, garden store/workshop, timber pergola and trellis providing a sheltered seating area adjacent to an ornamental fish pond with water fall and adjoining rockery. External light and water tap.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: F

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