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£140,000
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3 bed end terrace house for saleBirtwistle Avenue, Lancashire BB8
3 beds
1 bath
1 reception
667 sq. ft
EPC Rating: D
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About this property
Three-bedroom end-terrace home
Driveway for at least two vehicles
Spacious living room
Fitted kitchen/diner
Three well-proportioned bedrooms
House Bathroom
Tiered rear garden
Shared side access
Popular residential location
Excellent potential to modernise
Situated in a popular and well-established residential area of Colne, this three-bedroom
end-terrace home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to modernise
and add value. Ideally positioned within easy reach of local amenities, well-regarded
schools, transport links and the surrounding countryside, the property offers well
proportioned accommodation throughout, including a spacious living room, fitted
kitchen/diner, three good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally, there is a
generous driveway providing off-road parking for at least two vehicles, together with a
tiered rear garden offering excellent potential for landscaping and direct access to open
green space beyond. Whilst the property would benefit from redecoration and new floor
coverings in places, it offers a solid foundation for a first-time buyer, growing family or
investor seeking a home with excellent potential.
Ground Floor
Entrance/Porch:
Accessed via a UPVC entrance door with glazed side panels, the welcoming entrance
porch is finished with coir matting and benefits from an abundance of natural light
through multiple UPVC windows. Offering ample space for a console table or practical
boot and footwear storage, the porch provides an inviting introduction to the home
before leading into the main accommodation.
Living Room: 13’6” x 13’4” (4.12m x 4.06m)
The living room is finished with composite wood flooring throughout and offers a
comfortable reception space. Features include a UPVC window overlooking the
driveway, allowing plenty of natural light, a radiator, a pendant light fitting, and an
electric fire creating a focal point to the room. An opening leads through to a small inner
vestibule, which provides access to the carpeted staircase rising to the first floor. The
living room also gives access through to another vestibule which has access to the
kitchen, garden and under stairs cupboard.
Vestibule:
The vestibule is finished with coir matting and features a central ceiling light fitting. This
practical space provides access to the kitchen, rear garden and a useful under-stairs
storage cupboard. The understairs cupboard houses the consumer unit.
Kitchen/Diner: 16’5” x 5’11“ (5.00m x 1.80m)
Fitted with composite wood flooring throughout. The room is fitted with a range of
matching upper and lower base units, complemented by an integrated Beko oven, four
ring gas hob and a stainless steel sink with mixer tap.
There is designated space for a freestanding tall fridge/freezer, together with under-counter space for a washing machine or washer/dryer. A useful storage cupboard houses the gas meter, while the property's wall-mounted combi boiler is also located within the kitchen. Dual-aspect UPVC windows provide an abundance of natural light, and two spotlight fittings
complete the space.
First Floor
Upper landing:
The first-floor landing is fully carpeted and provides access to all three bedrooms and
the family bathroom. A UPVC window overlooking the rear garden allows plenty of
natural light into the space, while further features include a radiator, pendant light fitting
and a loft hatch providing access to the attic.
Bedroom 1: 9’10” x 8’9” (3.00m x 2.86m)
A well-proportioned double bedroom finished with composite wood flooring
throughout. The room benefits from a UPVC window overlooking the driveway, allowing
for plenty of natural light, together with a radiator and ample space to accommodate a
range of freestanding bedroom furniture.
Bedroom 2: 9’10” x 7’10” (3.00m x 2.40m)
A further well-proportioned double bedroom finished with composite wood flooring
throughout. The room benefits from a UPVC window overlooking the driveway, providing
plenty of natural light, together with a radiator and pendant light fitting.
Bedroom 3: 6’7” x 6’7” (2.00m x 2.00m)
A good-sized single bedroom finished with composite wood flooring throughout. The
room benefits from a UPVC window overlooking the rear garden, providing plenty of
natural light, together with a central pendant light fitting.
Bathroom: 5’6” x 4’11” (1.67m x 1.50m)
The bathroom is fitted with tile-effect vinyl flooring and comprises a two-flush WC,
pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, and a panelled bath with an electric shower
and shower attachment. The bath also benefits from a mixer tap with an additional
handheld shower attachment. Further features include inset LED spotlights and a
frosted UPVC window, allowing for natural light whilst maintaining privacy.
External
Front Driveway:
To the front of the property is a raised paved area together with a generous driveway
providing off-road parking for at least two vehicles. The driveway offers convenient
access to the property and enhances the practicality of the home.
Rear Garden:
The rear garden is arranged over two levels and features a generous paved patio, a
raised garden area with reasonably high fences giving some privacy to the space, and an
attractive stone retaining wall with steps leading to the upper tier. Offering plenty of
potential for landscaping or planting, the garden provides a versatile outdoor space to
suit a variety of needs. In addition to direct access from the kitchen, a shared pathway
running between the property and the neighbouring home provides convenient external
access, ideal for bin removal and general day-to-day use. There is also a useful gate at
the rear of the garden giving access to an open space, ideal for taking a dog out or going
for a walk.
Location:
Situated in a popular and well-established residential area of Colne, 37 Birtwistle
Avenue enjoys convenient access to a wide range of local amenities, including
supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and healthcare facilities. Well-regarded
primary and secondary schools are within easy reach, making the property well suited
to families. Colne town centre is just a short distance away, whilst excellent transport
links, including the M65 motorway network and Colne railway station, provide
straightforward connections to Burnley, Preston and beyond. The surrounding
countryside and nearby walking routes also offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor
recreation
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