For Sale3 Bedroom Semi-Detached House in Richard Cooper Road, Shenstone, WS14£450,000

THE PROPERTY Tenure: FREEHOLD EPC Rating: E  **  Council Tax Band: D Introduction & Exterior Available with No Upward Chain, this fabulously maintained semi-detached dormer bungalow occupying a magnificent plot in the highly sought after village of Shenstone, will prove very popular to families seeking a long term move to a home with ground floor living. The bungalow is set far back from Richard Cooper Road behind a long front lawn that has a tarmac driveway leading all the way into a carport at the side of the property. Including the carport, and slabs laid just in front of the building, there is space for five cars to be parked with ease. The main entrance to the home is at the side of the building, with a secure gate within the carport opening to the rear garden. The generous rear garden has been beautifully looked after by the current owner, who has owned the property since brand new, 63 years ago. The garden features a perfectly nurtured lawn that has a winding path through to the right and attractive flowers and shrubbery to borders. A slabbed patio is laid near to the bungalow offering an area for an outdoor furniture set. To the right of the patio is a storage cupboard with a larger shed beyond. The shed has further doors to the rear and the front, with the latter accessing the carport. Tall wooden fencing is erected to the boundaries.   Ground Floor Guest enter through the main entrance door into a hallway that has lots of space for them to remove coats and shoes, and having a large, sliding mirrored door closet to store them in. From the hallway there are doors leading off to the lounge, dining room, family shower room and ground floor bedroom. The ground floor bedroom is a good sized double room that has a bowed window at the front allowing in plenty of natural light. This lovely brightness is a theme throughout the home and it’s worth noting that all exterior doors and windows are double-glazed. The family shower room is a delightful modern suite that comprises of a curved shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin, wall mounted backlit mirror, toilet, and a tall, chrome heated towel radiator. Glossy white tiling is applied to the walls and there is a cupboard to the left of the room housing the water tank and having shelving for linen. The lounge and dining room are both remarkable reception rooms with a set of wide French doors between. The lounge is a particularly impressive size and features a fireplace to the left with long tiled hearth. A marvellous set of sliding patio doors give a wonderful view of the rear garden, which is regular visited by wildlife such as birds and squirrels. The dining room is at the front of the house and features a similar bowed window to that of the bedroom, and the staircase leading up to the first floor. The space available in the dining can easily fit an eight-seater dining table, perfect for entering the family on special occasions. A door near to the rear of the lounge opens to the kitchen. This room features a suite that is fitted to all four walls and includes plenty of unit and work surface space. A one-and-a-half-bowl ceramic sink and drainer is positioned in front of the window to give another lovely view of the garden whilst in use. Clear spaces within the suite are available for a washing machine, dishwasher (both with plumbing), a cooker and a fridge freezer. Also concealed within the units is the system boiler that feeds the tank in the shower room. A door at the rear of the kitchen provides an exit to the rear garden.   First Floor Viewers make their way up the staircase from the dining room to a short landing with doors on either side to two large double bedrooms. The bedroom to the left is the larger of the two being just over one foot wider than the bedroom on the right. Both bedrooms have a wide radiator recessed underneath windows that have a gorgeous view over the rear garden. Bedroom two includes a welcome WC that includes a toilet and corner wash basin. There is a low level wardrobe at the front of bedroom one with sliding doors to access. A single door at the front of bedroom two opens to a similar area of low level storage, with a recessed book shelf beside. The storage areas in both rooms have a further concealed door to access the eaves.   NB - ROOM SIZES ARE SHOWN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE. TRANSPORT LINKS Shenstone is wonderfully located for commuters as it lies on the A5127 which leads to Lichfield and Sutton Coldfield. It also leads to Birmingham, however the best route there is probably by joining the A38 at nearby Weeford Island. To get to Weeford Island, drivers will need to hop on the A5 which also provides links to Tamworth & Cannock. Finally, the M6 Toll is accessible off the A5127 near Shenstone for journeys north, and Weeford Island for journeys south. The nearest train station is within good walking distance near to the beginning of Richard Cooper Road. Shenstone Railway Station lies on the Cross City Line and runs services to Birmingham New Street, University, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield and Redditch. For buses, services to Lichfield Bus Station are available from the Cenotaph in the centre of the village, whereas a further walk to Birmingham Road (A5127) leads to stops for Sutton Coldfield and Birmingham. SCHOOLS & AMENITIES Parents will be delighted that this property lies in catchment of the highly regarded King Edward VI School in Lichfield. The local primary school provides further good news as Greysbrooke Primary holds a Good (2) Ofsted rating. Although we have made every effort to research this information, parents are advised to check with the local authority before confirming catchment. Shenstone is a classic English village, with public houses, a doctor’s surgery and local businesses including a butchers, chemist and newsagents in the centre of the village. There is also a Tesco Express convenience store and Fish & Chip Shop/Chinese Takeaway house on the A5127. There is also a playing field with tennis courts in the village as well and plenty of local routes to the countryside for walking and cycling. ROOM SIZES Ground Floor Lounge: 18’0 x 12’0 Dining Room: 12’0 x 12’0 Kitchen: 10’5 x 8’5 Bedroom Three: 10’6 x 8’11 Family Shower Room: 10’3 (into recess) x 5’3 Shed: 12’9 x 6’0 (into recess) First Floor Bedroom One: 16’2 (plus storage) x 11’6 (into recess) Bedroom Two: 16’3 (plus storage) x 10’5 (into recess) Bedroom Two WC: 4’10 x 2’7 Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact. All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate. 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