£399,950 For Sale
Moorview, Keighley Road, Laneshawbridge, Colne

Description

AN INDIVIDUAL 3 BEDROOMED DETACHED

BUNGALOW OCCUPYING EXTENSIVE GROUNDS WITH 2 DRIVEWAYS AND PLANNING PASSED FOR CONVERSION & FOR A FURTHER

INDEPENDENT BUNGALOW TO THE REAR

Constructed in the early 1940’s, Moorview forms a highly individual detached bungalow with a traditional Westmoreland slate roof,  occupying an enviable larger than average plot with lovely views over open countryside, being situated in the desirable semi-rural village of Laneshawbridge.  It is situatedwithin walking distance of a well respected primary school, whilst Colne town centre iseasily accessible by car and the M65 provides excellent network links.

The bungalow has rarely been on the open market and has only been occupied by 3 families, with the present owners having lived there since 1976. The accommodation (which requires modernisation throughout), briefly comprises: a Porch, Hallway with w.c, Utility Room, Dining Kitchen, House Bathroom,attractive bay fronted Sitting Room & Master Bedroomand 2 further Bedrooms (with one at first floor level giving access toa versatile Attic/Dressing Room which could also form an En-Suite)

Externally there are2 entrances & driveways providing valuable parking for several cars and generous lawned gardens on 3 sides.

Planning Permission has been granted(22/0738/HHO)to raise the bungalow to form a 2 storey house. Planning has also been passed(22/0739/FUL)for the construction of a 2 Bedroomed detached bungalowin the rear garden withprivate parking and self contained access from the second driveway.

Highly recommended for closer inspection,the accommodation in detail comprises:

Double glazed door to:

PORCH: 4’2” x 3’2” with stone flags, ceiling light and multi-paned inner door to:

HALLWAY:with cloaks cupboard, ceiling downlight, coving and telephone point.

SITTING ROOM:15’2” x 14’5 with bay window, coved ceiling, Adams style fireplace on marble hearth (with gas point for fire), TV point, telephone point and multi-paned window to the hallway.

INNER HALL:with coving.

DINING ROOM:15’6” x 10’0”with TV point, coving and views over the rear garden.

KITCHEN:15’10” x 9’6” with tiled walls, pine surround, stainless steel 1½ bowl sink, ceiling spotlights, 4 ring Neff gas hob with extractor hood over, Neff double oven, built-in fridge, light Oak wall & base units with laminate worktops over and pine panelled dining alcove with multi-paned glazed window and ceiling downlights. 

REAR PORCH:5’6” x 3’10”with glazed door and ceiling downlight.

UTILITY ROOM:9’4” x 5’11”with dishwasher, space for freezer, washer and dryer and wall mounted British Gas boiler (annual service record available).

SEPARATE W.C: with low suite w.c.

BEDROOM 1:14’2” x 13’5” with bay window overlooking the front garden and long distance views, ceiling downlight, 2 wall light points and coving.

BEDROOM 2:14’0” x 10’0” with coving and large window overlooking the side garden.  

HOUSE BATHROOM:9’10” x 5’10” with 3 piece Avocado suite, panelled bath, pedestal wash basin, low suite w.c, glazed window, 2 ceiling downlights, fully tiled walls and Vinolay flooring.

BEDROOM 3 (OVER THE GARAGE):17’3” x 12’1” with circular and side window, vanity sink unit, feature ceiling, telephone point and steps up with wrought iron handrail to:

ATTIC ROOM / DRESSING ROOM:13’11” x 12’7”with Velux window, fluorescent light, eaves storage with 3 access points, cupboard housing the water tank and large storage cupboard over the stairs.   This is a versatile space and could be used as a home office, dressing room, en-suite or for excellent storage.

TO THE OUTSIDE

There is a generous front driveway leading to the integralGARAGE:17’4” x 12’0” with power and light.  There are also generous lawned garden to the front & side enclosed by established boundaries.

To the rear there is a second entrance/driveway and parking for multiple cars/campervans/caravan.  There is a flagged  patio area shielded by an ornate balustrade and a vegetable patch bordered by a large lawn.  There is also a stone built BBQ, cold water tap and 2 sheds. 

AGENTS NOTES:Two separate Planning Applications have been granted as follows:  1) For a 2 bedroomed bungalow to be constructed within the rear garden; 2)  To raise the existing bungalow to form a 2  storey house.  Plans are available for both applications upon request.   Please also note that the owner of the property is a member of staff at Wilman & Wilman.

SERVICES:Mainswater (not on a water meter); drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.  The heating/electrical appliances and any fixtures and fittings included in the sale have not been tested by the Agents and we are therefore unable to offer any guarantees in respect of them.

COUNCIL TAX:Verbal enquiry reveals that this property has been placed in Council Tax Band F.

POST CODE: BB8 7HR

TENURE:The property is freehold and vacant possession will be given on completion of the sale.

VIEWING:Please contact the Selling Agents, Messrs. Wilman and Wilman, 8 Main Street, Cross Hills, BD20 8TB (01535) 637333.  Please note we are joint Agents with Petty’s in Colne.

PRICE: £399,950