Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to 142 River Way, Christchurch, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 4 bed in the BH23 2QU area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built 1950-1966 and has a reported internal area of 95.4 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £351,000 and a rental potential of £2,282 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
Additional analysis
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ENJOYING DIRECT ACCESS ONTO THE RIVER STOUR WITH GOLF COURSE
BEYOND, THIS BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED DETACHED FAMILY HOME HAS BEEN
SIGNIFICANTLY EXTENDED & FULLY MODERNISED BY THE CURRENT OWNERS
VENDORS SUITED * FAMILY HOME AS SEEN ON TV - REDESIGNED BY SARAH
BEENY * ENT PORCH * ENT HALL * STUDY/BED 4 * KIT * DINING RM *
LOUNGE * SPACIOUS LANDING/REC AREA * MASTER BED + EN-SUITE BATHRM *
2 FURTHER BEDS * SHOWER RM * BLOCK PAVED FRONT & SIDE GDN * ORP
(4/5 CARS) * APPROX 150' REAR GDN WITH 56' RIVER FRONTAGE
Directional Note: From the main roundabout in
Christchurch take the Bargates exit and continue over the railway
bridge into Fairmile Rd. Continue along Fairmile Rd for some
distance and at the 2nd small roundabout carry straight across into
Hurn Rd. Take the 2nd turning on the left into Old Barn Rd and at
the 1st junction bear right into River Way where the property can
be found a short distance along on the left-hand side.
Situated in the highly sought after West Christchurch district
within the Twynham School Catchment Area, this superbly presented
3/4 bedroom family home enjoys a stunning rear garden with a depth
of approximately 150', a 56' wide river frontage onto the River
Stour and easy reach of local amenities including neighbourhood
shops at St Catherines Hill. The property is located approximately
2 miles from Christchurch Town Centre and 4 miles from Bournemouth
Town Centre.
An internal inspection is highly recommended to appreciate the full
scope and quality of accommodation available. Benefits include:
double glazing, updated wiring and central heating system, refitted
kitchen, luxury en-suite bathroom and shower room, off road parking
for several cars, entertainments areas and further potential to
extend within the roof to create further bedrooms (subject to the
usual permissions).
The accommodation in detail comprises with approximate room
sizes:-
ARCHED ENTRANCE PORCH: Part glazed entrance
door and leaded light side windows to:
ENTRANCE HALL: Radiator. Newly fitted fuse
box. Telephone point. Picture rail. Oak laminate floor. Under
stairs storage cupboard. Ceiling smoke alarm. Half glazed door to
right-hand side. Wall mounted 'Drayton' thermostat.
STUDY/BEDROOM FOUR: 8'3" x 6'9" (2.51m x
2.06m). Radiator. Eye-level double glazed window to
right-hand side. Rear glazed window. Boiler/storage cupboard
housing 'Worcester' gas combination boiler.
From the Entrance Hall, inner glazed door to:
KITCHEN: 13'4" into bay x 11'4" (4.06m into bay x
3.45m). Range of refitted modern base and eye-level
units (some of the eye-level units being glazed) with worktop
space over and slate tiled splashbacks. 4 ceiling spotlights.
Integrated 'Bosch' fridge/freezer. 'Zanussi' dishwasher. Space and
plumbing for tumble dryer and washing machine. Slot-in space for
gas/electric cooker with stainless steel extractor cooker canopy
over. Zebra patterned laminate floor. Breakfast bar. One and a
half bowl stainless steel sink with single drainer and mixer tap.
Ladder style white radiator. Archway to:
DINING ROOM: 12' x 10'3" (3.66m x
3.12m). Oak laminate flooring. 2 double glazed
windows to left-hand side. Radiator. Steps to:
SUPERB LOUNGE: 17'5" x 12'10" (5.31m x
3.91m). Walnut laminate flooring. 12 ceiling
spotlights. Radiator. 2 Satellite TV points. Double glazed fully
extending bi-fold doors to large deck and stunning rear
garden.
From the Entrance Hall, stairs to:
SPACIOUS FIRST FLOOR LANDING: 11'10" x
10'5" (3.61m x 3.18m). An ideal recreation/play area.
Ceiling smoke alarm. Hatch to roof space. 2 circular 'Velux'
sun tunnels. Satellite TV point. Radiator.
MASTER BEDROOM: 14'6" x 13'5" (4.42m x
4.09m) into bay. Radiator. 3 ceiling spotlights.
Full-height mirror. Satellite TV point. Inner glazed door
to:
EN-SUITE BATHROOM: Luxury fitted white suite
comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled
w.c. Mirror. Chrome ladder style radiator. Laminate floor.
Frosted double glazed window to front. Part tiled walls.
BEDROOM TWO: 12'10" x 8'6" (3.91m x
2.59m) Exceptional views to rear garden and river.
Satellite TV point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.
Recessed space for wardrobe.
BEDROOM THREE: 12'10" x 8'6" (3.91m x
2.59m). Exceptional views over garden and river.
Satellite TV point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.
Recess space for wardrobe.
SHOWER ROOM: 11'10 X 6'9" (3.61m X
2.06m). Luxury fitted suite comprising pedestal wash
hand basin with mixer tap/pop-up waste. Close coupled w.c. Fully
tiled double walk-in shower enclosure with tray, screen and
thermostatic twin valve shower with large drizzle head.
Shaver point. Full-height mirror. White ladder style radiator.
Frosted double glazed window to left-hand side.Part tiled walls.
Slate style laminate floor.
OUTSIDE
The property is situated in one of the most sought after West
Christchurch roads. The front garden is enclosed by a wall to the
front and is block paved for easy maintenance and provides OFF ROAD
PARKING FOR 4/5 CARS, BOAT/CARAVAN etc. Shrub and conifer borders
and timber close boarded fence. To the right-hand side a single
timber gate leads to a block paved pathway with outside light, tap
and gas meter in PVC box.
The superb rear garden enjoys a depth of approximately 150 ft and
has been re-landscaped on several levels. From the Lounge, a
substantial raised timber decking area with attractive external
lights and stainless steel balustrades looks out onto the top part
of the garden. Laid mostly to lawn with shrub and conifer borders,
there is also a two storey wooden PLAYHOUSE with felted roof. Steps
then lead to the second level of the garden, which widens towards
the river, again laid to lawn with mature shrubs and trees. There
is a detached split level ENTERTAINMENTS AREA, walled on three
sides and incorporating a bar with covered roofing, power, light
and satellite tv point. Further steps lead to the 56' river
frontage with mature willows and stunning river views looking
across Iford Golf Course.
To the left-hand side of the property is a DETACHED TIMBER GARDEN
SHED - 12' x 6' (3.66m x 1.83m) internally with electric power and
light and a side window. There is also an external power point for
garden appliances.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E
N.B. There is potential to convert the roof
to create extra bedrooms, subject to the usual permissions.
STAMP DUTY. Under the new SDLT calculations
announced by the Chancellor in the Autumn Statement, at the asking
price of ?609,950 we calculate tax of ?20,498 would be payable on
completion. Whilst this information has been given in good faith
and checked we recommend a prospective purchaser does their
own calculation before making an offer.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and
fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working
order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain
verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the
Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the
Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer
is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown
in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned
within the sales particulars. They may however be available by
separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any
property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any
journey to see a property.
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