3 bed detached house for sale

St. Leonards Road, Forres IV36

Reduced price - now £20,000 under home report value - owners motivated to sell
Penang is a well presented, detached 3 bedroomed villa, beautifully positioned, within in a private and secluded garden in a highly sought after area of Forres. It is located not far from the golf course and within easy walking distance of the town centre and all its amenities. This charming home sits in a good sized area of mature garden ground and offers well-proportioned accommodation ideal for family living. The house features a welcoming sitting room with sliding doors opening into a bright south west facing dining room. The large family kitchen offers space for a breakfasting table and chairs. The downstairs bedroom features a large wardrobe and there is the family shower room next door. Upstairs are two charming double bedrooms. To the front of the property is a high hedge which provides privacy along with lawn areas and mature shrub borders. The driveway to the side leads down to the large garage which sits under the house. At the rear of the property is a large greenhouse which is sure to delight any gardener. There is also a BBQ seating area, perfect for entertaining, two blockwork outbuildings and a timber shed. Over all this property presents a practical and versatile living space in a popular location.

The historical town of Forres has links to Macbeth and is set firmly in the Riviera of Moray. It is renowned for its floral gardens and picturesque High Street. There are a wide variety of shops and local amenities. Forres is ideally located just a few miles from the sandy beaches of the Moray Firth and the popular fishing village of Findhorn. The Lecht and Cairngorm mountains are withing an hours drive and offer skiing during the winter. The whole area has an abundance of indoor and outdoor activities with something to suit all ages. It is an ideal place to relax and soak up the natural atmosphere or to start a new adventure.

The accommodation comprises:
Downstairs


The partially glazed front door opens into the vestibule area. There is a handy storage cupboard with coat hooks. Laminate flooring. 15 Paned glazed door to hallway.
Hall

Welcoming hallway. Large built in cupboard under the stairs. Fitted carpet.
Lounge

4.49 x 4.17
Large window looking to the front garden Marble fire place and hearth. Fitted carpet. Coving. Sliding doors to the Dining Room.
Dining room

4.50 x 3.33
Spacious room with window looking south west to the rear. Built-in bookcase and large storage cupboards with shelving.
Dining kitchen

4.25 x 3.54
Family dining kitchen with a range of timber fronted wall and floor units. Complementary worktop and wall tiling. Ample space for breakfasting table and chairs. White coloured 1 ½ bowl sink and drainer. The gas hob, electric under oven, cooker hood, washing machine, built-under fridge and freezer are included in the sale price and whilst believed to be in good working order no warranty is given. Window looking to the side garden. Door to garden.
Shower room

2.72 x 1.73
White coloured 3 piece suite comprising WC sink with vanity cupboard below and shower cubicle with sliding door. Built-in cupboard housing the wall mounted gas combi-boiler. Mirror tiles wall. Heated towel rail. Fitted carpet. Window to the side.

Bedroom 1
3.27 x 3.22
Window looking to the front. Fitted carpet. Large fitted wardrobes with 4 sliding doors. Alcove.
Upstairs

landing

Carpeted stairs leads to the upper landing and two bedrooms.

Double bedroom 2
4.39 x 3.86
Spacious double bedroom. Fitted carpet. Window looking to the side. Hatch to the eaves for additional storage.

Double bedroom 3
3.63 x 3.33
Large window . Built-in wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Hatch to the attic. And one to the eaves. Fitted carpet.
Outside

The property sits in good sized secluded grounds with an open south west view to the rear. There is a hedge to the front of the house which provides privacy and a path leading to the front door. There is also a large gate to one side allowing access to the side of the property. To the other side of the garden there are two pillars framing the access to the driveway which leads to the Garage and rear garden. The good sized garage has light and power along with an electric up-and-over door. The rear south west facing garden is laid out mainly in grass with shrubs. There is a pleasant BBQ seating area and a timber shed. Adjoining the rear of the property is a expansive greenhouse ideal for an enthusiastic gardener or it could be used as a garden room.
Special conditions of sale

It is believed that the fireplace in the Lounge could be opened up subject to inspection prior to use.
A Home Report for the property is available from the Selling Solicitors.
Council tax

Band D
Energy rating

Band D (66/83)
Entry

By arrangement
Viewing

Strictly by appointment by telephoning the Selling Solicitors. Appointments are available daytime, evenings and weekends.

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Price

As an indication of price range offers Over £300,000 are invited.
Closing date

A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed at a later date depending on interest. Prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Solicitors through their Solicitors. Only parties who have noted an interest formally through a Solicitor will be advised of a closing date, but notwithstanding, the sellers reserve the right to accept any offer at any time without further intimation.

The above particulars are set out as a general guide for interested parties. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but parties should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and should satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.

Cockburns
Solicitors & Estate Agents
82 High Street, Elgin. IV30 1BL
Office also in Forres