Summary - 71 School Green Road PO40 9AU
3 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Single-storey village home with Lifetime Lease option for over-60s.
Three-bedroom detached single-storey bungalow with off-road parking and rear garden
A distinctive three-bedroom detached bungalow in Freshwater, offered as a rare retirement-friendly opportunity with a Home for Life Lifetime Lease option for over-60s. The property blends original timber-frame character with practical upgrades — an updated kitchen, renewaled electrics and fresh decor — while retaining flexible rooms and generous reception spaces for single-storey living. The driveway and rear garden add outdoor scope without stairs, suiting downsizers who want space and convenience.
The Home for Life guide price for a Lifetime Lease is shown at £159,000 (typical saving versus the £240,000 market price depends on age and circumstances). The plan can allow purchase of a share of the property (up to 50%) to protect value for the future; interested buyers should use the Homewise calculator or request personalised figures. Please note the seller is connected with Homewise and some images are virtual staging.
Practical points to consider: the bungalow is a mid-20th-century timber-framed build with partial insulation and double glazing installed before 2002, so further energy improvements could be worthwhile. There is a medium flood risk for the area and local crime rates are high; buyers should verify insurance and security implications. The property suits a retiree or downsizer seeking a unique home in a village setting, but it will reward buyers prepared to invest in ongoing maintenance and insulation improvements.
Overall, this is a characterful, single-storey home with lots of adaptable living space and straightforward outdoor areas, presented as a genuine retirement option with financial flexibility through the Lifetime Lease scheme. Viewing is by appointment; verify tenure, consents and measurements with your solicitor.
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