LOCATION
The property is in the centre of the village within easy walking distance of the local play park, village store and post office as well as The Durham Ox which is a very popular destination pub/restaurant. There are many country walks to explore as well as the towpaths of the Grand Union Canal. So much to enjoy in a village that offers a wonderful community spirit.
PROPERTY IN BRIEF
Ginger are delighted to offer this unique 3/4 bedroom dormer detached bungalow set in the most popular village location of Shrewley Common.
Typically, being a bungalow offers flexible accommodation, boasting generous living accommodation on the ground floor, which comprises of a flexible study/bedroom with French doors into the garden, a really comfortable and traditional living room with feature oak floors and living fireplace, a superb working kitchen leading through to the dining room and conservatory. A sociable set up.
There is a utility space, downstairs separate WC, and the principal bedroom on the ground floor with the benefit of an en-suite shower room.
Upstairs, there are two good size double bedrooms with an abundance of storage, a shower room, and a separate WC.
This property is set on a generous plot, enjoying a driveway to the front providing parking for multiple family cars, with a carport and access to the tandem garage. To the rear is a large and private rear garden and patio.
This really is a fantastic and adaptable home working for all ages and as a family home too. Set in the heart of this really popular village location, which enjoys its rural setting, yet convenient to the local motorways, main roads, Birmingham International and superb transport links.
APPROACH
The dormer bungalow is set back from the roadside and screened by trees and hedges to the frontage, providing substantial parking for several family cars. There�s a block paved driveway which stretches to the rear garage, gate into the garden as well as having an undercover carport, and more parking on a gravelled area. There�s also a storm porch which leads you to the front door.
GROUND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION
This property certainly delivers generous accommodation on the ground floor, stretching back which isn't obvious from the frontage, a nice surprise when you walk in.
First of all, you step inside into the hallway, we love the red floor tiling which adds a real sense of tradition and character to this property, a long hallway which stretches along the width of the property. The hallway has central heating and ceiling lights, and gives access to all the ground floor accommodation with stairs at the one end up to the additional two bedrooms, shower room and WC.
The first room you come to on the left is a flexible room, currently used as a home office/study, but could work well as another downstairs bedroom, enjoying dual aspect views to front and rear, with a large double glazed window to the front, and French patio doors opening into the delightful rear garden. This room is beautifully styled with wood flooring, adding a sense of tradition and character. There is central heating and the benefit of a fitted double wardrobe.
The next room from the hallway is the delightful living room, the moment you step inside you're greeted by a feature living fireplace, imagine stoked full of wood, ready for that cosy evening in front of the fire. This room also has the benefit of wood flooring, again adding a tradition emotion. The middle section is perfect for sofas and media centre with a window to the side elevation. Stepping through to the rear Into a lovely sitting area; perfect for a couple of comfortable armchairs to sit and take in the private garden view through a large double glazed window whilst enjoying a morning coffee and the newspaper.
Leading off the hallway to the front of the property is a downstairs bedroom, a nice light room with window to the front looking into the private driveway, whilst also accommodating fitted wardrobes and over bed storage. The bedroom is light and bright with solid wood floors, benefiting from a large en-suite, comprising of a double sized shower with electric unit and sliding doors, a white hi-gloss vanity with shelving and cupboards as well as a wash basin and WC. There are also some useful tuck away parts of the en-suite which is great for towels and there is a frosted double glazed window and central heating.
The moment you step into the kitchen you will feel a real sense of a working traditional kitchen. The owners have replaced the frontages since their purchase, offering a good compliment of both wall and base storage cupboards, marble work-surfaces with splash-back tiling, space for a Range cooker, a fitted 1 and a half sink, with space and provisions for a dishwasher, and further under-counter space for a fridge. The kitchen is home to the oil burning boiler, as well as having fitted cupboard space for tine and dry food. There are windows to the side elevation and an archway which opens into the dining room, great for passing meals through, and perfect for entertaining.
To the rear of the kitchen is a lobby area, ideal for hanging coats and leaving boots, with a door leading out to the rear garden.
The dining room is a lovely size, gorgeous wooden floors and a window to the side, providing generous floor space for a family sized dining table.
The dining room opens through into the conservatory which is a lovely size, and a peaceful place to sit to enjoy the garden view, providing French patio doors to open out in the warmer months. The conservatory has the benefit of central heating as well as a wood flooring.
For the chores, there is a separate utility space, which has a sink and drainer, some storage cupboards, space and plumbing for a washing machine and good space for an additional fridge/ freezer.
Also, leading off the hallway from the hallway is a downstairs toilet, a modern white suite with a WC and conveniently created wash basin above, double glazed window to the side, tiled floor for easy maintenance and ceiling lighting.
The hallway has a handy storage cupboard under the stairs, as well as an alcove for hanging coats with stairs rising to the dormer first floor accommodation.
UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS & SHOWER ROOM
Welcome upstairs. This property has dormer accommodation providing two great sized double bedrooms, shower room and separate WC.
The landing is spacious, giving access to all rooms, as well as access into the loft space. From the landing there is a shower room which provides a light neutral room with opening skylight, eaves storage, and a white hi-gloss vanity storage unit for toiletries with wash basin within having individual taps, and the single sized step-in shower with both hand held and drench attachments being mains-fed accompanied by a sliding shower door. The shower room also has central heating and tiled floors for ease of cleaning.
The main upstairs bedroom is positioned at the rear, and although the smallest of the two upstairs bedrooms is probably the feature bedroom, enjoying the delightful countryside view through the rear double glazed window. This bedroom has some good storage in the eaves, plenty of space for a large bed, and having this useful area to the side, which is perfect as a walk-in wardrobe/storage area which also has additional into the eaves storage. The bedroom is neutral in its style having central heating radiator with thermostat control, ceiling light and an additional built-in airing cupboard with a hot water cylinder and shelves for towels and linen.
The other bedroom on the top floor is a great size, really spacious and light, again with useful storage within the eaves area, plenty of space for a bed and free-standing furniture. There is a sink and vanity unit with a mirror above, as well as a useful hanging rail. This bedroom is kept lovely and light with a double glazed window to the front looking into the front private driveway, with central heating and ceiling light.
In addition, is a separate WC, which provides a toilet and hand wash basin with individual taps, splash-back tiling, and a large opening skylight and lighting.
OUTSIDE SPACE
Shrewley is a very popular village location, and as you expect, the majority of the properties here offer generous gardens.
This property is certainly no exception, and if you�re a keen gardener or like a larger garden then this property will suit you down to the ground. First of all, you can access the garden from the front office/additional bedroom, or from the kitchen area or the conservatory via the French doors. This is the perfect entertaining space, particularly with the multiple access into the property, or if you like sitting down and relaxing with a chilled glass of wine on a summers day, then you will really adore this space.
In addition to the large patio, there is a large lawn, surrounded by hedges and trees, and is landscaped really beautifully with a vegetable growing patch, numerous sheds and greenhouse, as well as a wooden constructed garage having vehicle access doors to the front and side access as well. There�s also a gate leading to the carport and driveway.
This is a fabulous garden, private, peaceful and great for a family.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We are advised this property is Freehold, please seek confirmation from your legal representative.
We are advised the council tax band G is payable to Warwick District Council.
EPC- The full EPC report can be obtained from the agent upon request.
Ginger have not checked appliances, nor have we seen sight of any building regulations or planning permissions. You should take guidance from your legal representative before purchasing any property.
Room sizes and property layout are presented in good faith as a guide only. Although we have taken every step to ensure the plans are as accurate as possible, you must rely on your own measurements or those of your surveyor. Not every room is accounted for when giving the total floor space. Dimensions are generally taken at the widest points.
All information we provide is in good faith and as a general guide to the property. Subjective comments in these descriptions are the opinion of the selling agent at the time these details were prepared. However, the opinions of a purchaser may differ. Details have been verified by the sellers.