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3 bedroom Semi Detached Bungalow for sale, Cowlishaw Lane, Shaw, Greater Manchester, OL2
Features and Description
- Freehold
- No chain
- Attractive three-bedroom semi-detached bungalow in a community spirited part of Royton
- Potential for rear extension or into attic space (subject to planning)
- Not overlooked to the front or rear
- Well-balanced accommodation suitable for a range of buyers
- Bright and spacious front-facing lounge filled with natural light
- Kitchen with dining space and access to garden
- Three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two comfortable doubles
- Substantial rear garden offering excellent outdoor and entertaining space
- Front garden with potential to create off-road parking (subject to permissions)
- Located close to Royton town centre with a variety of shops, cafés and everyday amenities
- Within easy reach of well-regarded local schools and nearby parks and green spaces
- Excellent transport links to Oldham town centre, Manchester and surrounding areas
Charming Three-Bedroom Bungalow in Royton with Spacious Living and Extensive Gardens
Situated in a popular and well-established residential area of Royton, this attractive three-bedroom semi-detached bungalow on Cowlishaw Lane presents a fantastic opportunity for a range of buyers. Offering well-balanced accommodation throughout, generous outdoor space, and excellent potential to further enhance, this home combines comfort, practicality and future scope in equal measure.
Upon arrival, the property is set back behind a small front garden with the added benefit of space to create off-road parking, subject to the necessary permissions. A handy entrance porch welcomes you into the home, providing a useful buffer from the outside elements before leading into the main living accommodation. Positioned at the front of the property, the lounge is a bright and inviting reception room, offering ample space for both relaxing and entertaining. Its front-facing aspect allows for plenty of natural light, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
Moving through, the kitchen is located to the rear and enjoys views over the generous garden. Designed as a separate kitchen and dining space, it provides excellent functionality with room for family dining as well as everyday meal preparation. The layout offers clear definition between living and dining areas while maintaining a practical flow throughout the home.
The bungalow offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which are comfortable doubles, ideal for a growing family, guests or flexible use such as a home office. The third bedroom is a single room, perfect as a nursery, study or additional guest space. A family bathroom serves all bedrooms and is conveniently positioned within easy reach of the main living areas.
Externally, the property truly comes into its own. The substantial rear garden offers excellent outdoor space, ideal for families, keen gardeners or those who enjoy entertaining during the warmer months. With ample room for landscaping or further development (subject to planning), it represents a real extension of the living space. The front garden is low maintenance and, as mentioned, offers clear potential to create a driveway to enhance practicality and value.
Front garden
The low-maintenance front garden sets the property back from the road and adds to its kerb appeal. It also offers clear potential to create off-road parking or a driveway, subject to the necessary permissions, adding both convenience and value.
Lounge
16'0" x 12'2" (4.88m x 3.70m)
Positioned at the front of the property, the lounge is a bright and comfortable reception room ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Its front-facing aspect allows plenty of natural light to fill the space.
Kitchen
14'11" x 9'9" (4.55m x 2.97m)
Located at the rear of the bungalow, the kitchen and dining area offers a functional and well-defined space for cooking and family meals.
Bedroom 1
12'2" x 10'0" (3.70m x 3.05m)
Bedroom one is a well-proportioned double room offering a calm and comfortable space to unwind. With enough room for a double bed and additional furniture, it provides a practical and relaxing environment.
Bedroom 2
13'11" x 10'0" (4.24m x 3.05m)
The second bedroom is another comfortable double, offering flexibility for use as a guest room, additional family bedroom, or even a home office if desired. Its generous proportions allow for a variety of furniture layouts.
Bedroom 3
14'0" x 7'6" (4.27m x 2.29m)
Bedroom three is a single room that works perfectly as a nursery, study, or occasional guest bedroom. Its adaptable size makes it a useful and versatile space within the home.
Family bathroom
6'11" x 5'7" (2.10m x 1.70m)
The family bathroom is conveniently positioned to serve all three bedrooms and the main living areas. It provides a functional space for everyday use and offers potential for modernisation to suit personal taste.
Garden
The substantial rear garden is a real highlight of the property, offering a large outdoor space ideal for families, gardening enthusiasts, or those who enjoy outdoor entertaining. With plenty of room for landscaping or further development (subject to the necessary permissions), it provides excellent potential to enhance the property further.
Area and local amenities
Situated in the popular Royton and Shaw area of Oldham, Cowlishaw Lane enjoys a convenient residential setting with a range of everyday amenities close by. Royton town centre is approximately 1–1.5 miles away, offering a selection of local shops, supermarkets, cafés and services, while Oldham town centre is around 2.5–3 miles away, providing a wider variety of retail, leisure and dining options. The nearby town of Shaw is also easily accessible and offers additional amenities, making the location well suited for day-to-day convenience. The area is particularly well served by local schools, making it appealing for families. St Joseph’s RC Junior Infant and Nursery School is approximately 300 metres away, with other well-regarded primary schools such as Crompton Primary School and Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School within roughly 600–700 metres. For older students, E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy is around 400 metres from the property, while Crompton House Church of England Academy is just over 1 kilometre away, providing several accessible education options nearby. Transport connections are also a strong feature of the location. Several bus stops can be found within around 0.1–0.3 miles, offering regular services to Royton, Shaw, Oldham and surrounding areas. For commuters, Shaw and Crompton Metrolink tram stop is approximately 0.7 km away, providing direct access into Manchester city centre and beyond. Rail links are available from nearby stations such as Mills Hill, Rochdale and Castleton, all roughly 5–6 km away, making the area convenient for travel across Greater Manchester and the wider region.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Cowlishaw Lane, Shaw, Greater Manchester, OL2
Additional Information
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Property refSHA260143
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EPCD
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TenureFreehold
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Council TaxB
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Local authorityOldham Council
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