2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow

Mile Oak Road

A charming bungalow which has a generous plot with a Southerly aspect, the beautifully arranged garden extends to 80ft and makes the most of the sun throughout the day, a wider garden than neighbouring properties, there is a garage to the side also with gate access, this gives plenty of scope to further extend the property.

Immaculately presented home which has been sympathetically modernised whilst retaining a period charm, an attractive red brick building with a slate effect roof, inside are some original features, floorboards which have been restored and flow through the living space and bedrooms, along with some period fireplaces and the addition of a log burner in the lounge. A bright and airy house which has been cleverly laid out with connecting spaces which flow into each other.

Entering through a porch into a welcoming hall, set to the front is the main bedroom having a square bay window drawing in plenty of light, a neat feature are the curved chimney recesses. Bedroom two sits behind having a Westerly aspect and period fireplace.

The reception space has been opened through which makes a bright and airy space that extends to 24ft, the dining area has a four leaf bifold doors which open onto a sunny decking overlooking the garden. A focal point is the feature triangular chimney which separates the spaces, a period fireplace faces the dining room, whilst a wood burner is angled into the cosy lounge well lit from a tall front window.

A sleek modern kitchen leads from the dining room and has plenty of light from a dual aspect, well equipped and finished with handless cupboards, slide out pantry cupboard, built in eye level double oven, gas hob and space for appliances. leading through to the bathroom and a large storage cupboard.

The stylish wet room gives a touch of luxury, having plenty of light from a tall window, an impressive walk in shower has a large fixed glass screen, there is a wall hung sink unit with drawers, matching fitted cupboard, toilet, towel rail and metro style tiling.

Outside

A highlight is the generously sized sunny garden which is 80ft x 40ft, having a secluded feel with an open Southerly outlook. Beautifully arranged and divided into two zones by a summer house and screening which has an archway through to a secret garden, a real tranquil spot with a selection of trees and shrubs along with vegetable beds. There is also an area behind the garage which has a side access gate.

The main lawn has been neatly laid out to capture the sun throughout the day, a patio area has a metal pagoda seating area looking across the garden, there is a mature flower boarder to one side. a raised decking leads from the dining room through the bifold doors, ideal for alfresco dining and relaxing into summer evenings, stepping onto a pathway leading to the summer house.

The summer house looking back across the lawn is a good size and could be utilised as a home office, the secluded garden behind backs on to an access lane at the foot of the garden, having plenty of potential to create a larger outbuilding for a variety of uses

To the front is a paved driveway which has space for two cars side by side, along with a shingle garden which could offer space for further parking, the garage is attached to the side and has power and lighting, a rear door leads to a secluded patio area which is also accessed via the side gate, feeding around to the garden, this area could also offer potential to extend the garage or side of the house.

Location

Set amongst a mixture of property styles within Southwick and close to the Portslade border, to the South around a 15 minute walk is Southwick Green surrounded by the oldest part of the town with a mix of period charm, just off the green is Southwick Square with a range of shops, cafes, and eateries along with a Little Waitrose, there is also a larger open space for performances, markets and café seating. Less than a mile to the West is Holmbush Shopping Centre with a Tesco Extra, M&S and Next.

The area also benefits from The Barn Theatre and café at Southwick Community Centre, offering a wide selection of arts and entertainment, Manor Practice Doctors Surgery and library. Southwick Recreation Ground has a large open green space and play park, also home to two bowling clubs along with sports facilities and tennis courts available at the leisure centre.

There is a good selection of local primary schools and within the catchment for the desirable Shoreham Academy Secondary School

Within a mile to Southwick Train Station with regular London connections, good road links to neighbouring Shoreham to the West and Brighton and Hove to the East and easy access to the A27/A23.

Highlights

• Charming semi-detached bungalow
• Homely feel with period features
• Generous plot with potential to extend
• Beautifully arranged sunny garden
• Leafy Southerly outlook
• Summer house would suit home office
• Great flow with connecting reception spaces
• 2 double bedrooms
• Sleek well equipped modern kitchen
• Stylish shower room is a full wet room
• Bi-fold doors open onto raised decking
• Paved private driveway for two cars side by side
• Garage with scope to enlarge
• Potential to create an outbuilding

Royall Best Thoughts

A superb 2 bed bungalow which has been meticulously renovated over the years with a thoughtful design, we love the secluded sunny garden and generous plot that gives so much potential for a variety of needs.