Summary - 42 OAKWOOD AVENUE ASHTON IN MAKERFIELD WIGAN WN4 9NS
3 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Quiet single-storey home ideal for downsizers seeking lakefront character.
Architect-designed bungalow with direct Crompton's Pond lake views
Open-plan kitchen/living room overlooking the pond and garden
Three bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and hallway storage
New roof installed November 2012; double glazing present
Garage, utility space and large front driveway for multiple cars
Chain-free sale for a quicker move-in process
Leasehold tenure — check terms and any service charges
Single shower room only; EPC rated D, may need efficiency upgrades
This architect-designed three-bedroom detached bungalow sits single-storey and backing directly onto private Crompton's Pond, offering peaceful lake views from an open-plan kitchen and living area. The layout is straightforward and accessible, making it well suited to buyers seeking to downsize without compromising on space or setting. The property is offered chain-free and includes a garage, utility space and a generous front driveway for multiple cars.
Practical details are clear: the roof was replaced in November 2012, the home has double glazing and mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators. Bedrooms all have fitted wardrobes and there is good hallway storage. The landscaped garden with a decking area provides a private spot for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation by the water.
Notable considerations: the property is leasehold and has a single newly fitted shower room (one bathroom). The EPC is rated D and the house was built in 1961, so some modernization or efficiency improvements may be needed. The accommodation is average-sized overall (c. 904 sq ft recorded) and the layout follows a traditional plan, which may limit large-scale reconfiguration without investment.
Location strengths include a very low crime rate, fast broadband, convenient local buses and several highly rated primary and secondary schools nearby. For buyers looking to downsize into a peaceful, characterful home with direct private-lake access, this bungalow offers a rare opportunity in Ashton-in-Makerfield, balanced by the practical considerations of age, efficiency and tenure.
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