3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Dalegarth Avenue, Carlisle CA1

If you're searching for a family home where all of the hard work has already been done for you, then Number 25 Dalegarth Avenue could be exactly what you've been waiting for! Beautifully presented in genuine show-home condition and occupying a fantastic, much larger-than-average corner plot, this wonderful three-bedroom semi-detached home has so much more to offer than you might initially expect.

From the cosy log-burning stove and gorgeous granite-topped kitchen to the conservatory, utility/WC, extensive off-road parking and one seriously impressive detached garage, there are surprises everywhere you look.

Better still, the property backs directly onto Inglewood Primary School and is being sold with the fantastic advantage of no onward chain, making this a home where you really can simply move your furniture in, unpack the boxes and start enjoying it from day one!

Positioned within one of Harraby's most popular and established residential areas to the south of Carlisle, Number 25 enjoys a particularly enviable corner position which gives the property an incredible amount of outside space and parking.

It's immediately obvious on arrival that this is a home which has been extremely well cared for, and that same attention to detail continues throughout the accommodation.

Everything feels fresh, stylish and ready to go, making this an excellent option for first-time buyers, young families or professionals who simply don't want to spend their weekends decorating and renovating after collecting the keys.

Step through the front door and you're greeted by a bright and welcoming entrance hallway which immediately gives you a great first impression of what's to come. There's a lovely feeling of space and natural light, with access provided into the main ground-floor rooms and a staircase rising to the first floor.

The living room is exactly what you want from a family lounge - comfortable, inviting and somewhere you can genuinely imagine putting your feet up at the end of a long day. At the heart of the room is a fantastic log-burning stove which creates a wonderful focal point and will really come into its own during those colder Cumbrian evenings.

A large window overlooking the front allows plenty of natural light to pour inside during the daytime, while there's ample room for sofas and additional furniture without the space ever feeling overcrowded. Whether it's family movie nights, lazy Sunday afternoons or simply somewhere to escape with a cup of tea and the fire lit, this is a room you'll love spending time in.

Continue through the accommodation and you'll arrive at what is undoubtedly the heart of this home - the fantastic dining kitchen. This is a really impressive space and has been finished to an excellent standard, combining a high-quality contemporary kitchen with plenty of room for family dining and entertaining. An extensive range of wall and base units provides loads of storage and is beautifully complemented by luxurious granite work surfaces and matching splashbacks, giving the whole room a smart and expensive feel.

The kitchen is also incredibly practical, with an induction hob and a particularly stylish ceiling-mounted designer extractor positioned above, together with an eye-level electric oven and stainless-steel sink. There's space for a large fridge/freezer and integrated dishwasher, while a large rear-facing window fills the kitchen with natural light and gives you a lovely outlook across the garden - particularly handy if you've got younger children playing outside and want to keep an eye on them while you're preparing dinner.

There's even a breakfast bar incorporated into the kitchen, and we think this will become one of those spaces that's used constantly. It's perfect for grabbing a quick breakfast before the school run, sitting down with a coffee in the morning or letting the children get on with homework while dinner is being prepared. Quality luxury vinyl tile flooring continues throughout the dining kitchen and helps tie the whole space together beautifully.

From the kitchen there's access into a separate utility/WC, and this is another fantastic addition to the house. Having a dedicated area for white goods and everyday household jobs helps keep the main kitchen tidy and clutter-free, while the additional ground-floor WC is something every busy family will appreciate.

Move across into the dining area and there's plenty of space for a substantial table, making this the perfect spot for everyday family meals as well as Christmas dinners, birthdays and entertaining friends. French doors then provide access into the conservatory, creating a lovely continuation of the ground-floor accommodation and giving you another incredibly useful living space.

The conservatory is a brilliant addition and gives Number 25 considerably more flexibility than you might expect from a traditional three-bedroom semi. Whether you use it as another sitting room, children's play area, reading space or somewhere to relax with a coffee overlooking the garden, it works perfectly.

Better still, another set of French doors opens directly outside, and on a warm summer's day you can throw them open and create a fantastic connection between the house and garden. Suddenly the kitchen, dining area, conservatory and patio all start working together as one brilliant entertaining space - perfect for barbecues, family gatherings and those precious sunny Cumbrian afternoons!

Head upstairs and a generous landing provides access to all three bedrooms and the family bathroom, with the same immaculate presentation continuing throughout.

Bedrooms one and two are both excellent double rooms with plenty of space for wardrobes, drawers and additional bedroom furniture, while bedroom three is a really useful single room. For a young family it makes a perfect child's bedroom or nursery, but equally it would make an excellent dedicated home office for anyone working remotely without wanting to sacrifice one of the larger bedrooms.

Completing the first-floor accommodation is the stylish family bathroom, which has been finished with a contemporary three-piece white suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer shower above, WC and wash hand basin. Luxurious tiled walls make the room incredibly easy to maintain, while modern flooring, chrome fittings and LED ceiling spotlights provide a smart contemporary finish.

There's another useful surprise on the landing too, where a pull-down ladder provides easy access into the loft. The loft itself has been boarded and has lighting installed, providing incredibly useful additional storage for suitcases, Christmas decorations and all those belongings you don't necessarily need throughout the year but don't particularly want to throw away either!

And then we head outside, because this is where Number 25 really starts to separate itself from so many other homes in the area.

Occupying a much larger-than-average corner plot, the property enjoys a fantastic amount of space around it. The front and side have been designed with easy maintenance in mind and provide extensive off-road parking for multiple vehicles - a huge advantage for a busy household, particularly if you've got older children with cars of their own or regularly have family and friends visiting.

The rear garden is equally impressive and has been designed to provide a brilliant combination of family space and outdoor entertaining. There's a lawn where children can play, complemented by a fantastic Indian sandstone patio which provides the perfect spot for garden furniture, summer barbecues and alfresco dining. An additional Indian sandstone seating area gives you even more flexibility, allowing you to create separate areas for relaxing and entertaining depending on where the sunshine happens to be.

There's even a Jacuzzi currently installed within the garden, which could potentially remain as part of the sale if the new owners would like it. Alternatively, the seller is happy to remove it. Just imagine finishing a long week, stepping outside and spending the evening relaxing in the hot tub - not a bad way to start the weekend!

But we haven't even reached our favourite part of the garden yet... Wow, what a garage this is!

The substantial detached brick-built garage is an absolutely brilliant addition to Number 25 and offers considerably more than somewhere to simply park a car or store the lawn mower. The owners have cleverly divided the building internally into two completely separate and incredibly useful areas.

To the front, uPVC doors open into a fantastic space currently utilised as a home gym/office, giving you a dedicated area away from the main house that's perfect for exercising, working from home or pursuing hobbies without taking over one of the bedrooms.

The rear section then provides a fantastic workshop and storage area, making this an absolute dream for anyone who enjoys diy, working on projects, cycling, gardening or simply wants somewhere secure to keep tools and equipment. It's an incredibly versatile building and genuinely adds another dimension to the property. Home office, gym, workshop, hobby room, storage - you've got loads of possibilities here.

The corner plot also gives the outside space a much more substantial feeling than you would normally expect from a three-bedroom semi-detached home, and for families in particular, it's a massive selling point.

Location-wise, Dalegarth Avenue is another reason why this home works so well. Harraby has long been one of Carlisle's most popular and established residential areas, particularly with families who want convenient access to schools, everyday amenities and the city centre without being right in the middle of town.

For families with younger children, the position couldn't be much more convenient, with the property backing directly onto Inglewood Primary School. Having school virtually on the doorstep could make the morning routine considerably easier - no sitting in traffic or battling for a parking space before the bell rings, just a remarkably convenient location for family life.

There's an excellent selection of everyday amenities available throughout Harraby and the surrounding south Carlisle area, including shops, supermarkets, healthcare and leisure facilities, while Carlisle city centre is only a short journey away and provides everything you'd expect from the city's main shopping, leisure and entertainment areas.

Transport connections are excellent too. Regular routes provide access around Carlisle, while the city's railway station offers connections further afield. For anyone travelling by car, the southern side of Carlisle provides particularly convenient access towards Junction 42 of the M6, making the property a practical base for commuting both locally and further afield.

What makes Number 25 Dalegarth Avenue so appealing is just how complete the package feels. This isn't simply a nicely presented three-bedroom semi - there's considerably more going on here.

You've got a fantastic corner plot, extensive parking, a beautiful kitchen with granite work surfaces, log-burning stove, conservatory, utility/WC, three excellent bedrooms, modern bathroom, boarded loft, wonderful garden and that superb detached garage with its own gym/office and workshop spaces.

Most importantly, everything has already been done for you. There's no immediate decorating list, no renovation project waiting around the corner and no need to spend months getting the house exactly how you want it before you can properly enjoy living there.

Bring your furniture, unpack the boxes and start enjoying your new home.

And with the fantastic advantage of no onward chain, Number 25 Dalegarth Avenue really does deserve a place right at the top of your viewing list. Trust us, there's far more here than first meets the eye!

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band - A

EPC Rating - tbc (on order)

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