Buckingham Close, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10

This smartly presented two-bedroom semi-detached property on the ever popular The Shires estate is perfect for those looking for modern living with a generous garden and private garage. Stylish throughout and ready to move into, it offers a brilliant mix of indoor comfort and outdoor space.

[ABOUT YOUR NEW HOME]

Welcome to your new home. Tucked away at the end of a peaceful close, this smart semi-detached home gives you that immediate sense of privacy, with no traffic whizzing past your window and plenty of space out front to breathe. There's a white front door set against warm red brick, and a beautiful mature tree offering a pop of colour and dappled shade as you step up to the entrance.

You've also got the added benefit of driveway parking for your convenience. It's the kind of front garden that doesn't demand constant attention, yet still makes the house feel inviting every time you come home. Let's head inside.

Step through the front door and you're immediately drawn into a cosy and welcoming living room. There's a generous front-facing window that lets in loads of natural light and gives you a view out onto the front garden.

The layout flows naturally through to the kitchen, giving the home a social feel without losing that sense of separation.

Head into the kitchen and it's clear that function and style go hand-in-hand here. Your eye might be drawn to the striking black brick-style tiles at first, or maybe the timber-effect countertops, but it's the layout that really makes this space work.

It's compact but efficient, with everything right where you'd want it. The sink sits neatly under the window, and you've got a gas hob with a stainless steel extractor and integrated electric oven for easy day-to-day cooking.

There's also space for your washing machine and dishwasher as well as space for a fridge freezer, and loads of overhead and base-level cupboards to keep your essentials tucked away.

There's even a spot at the back of the room that's been cleverly set up as a small home office, ideal if you work from home or need somewhere for the kids to do homework.

At the rear, double doors open into a conservatory that gives you extra flexibility with how you use the home. Right now, it's a fully functioning gym space, but it could just as easily be a playroom, home bar, breakfast area, or even a chill-out zone to enjoy the garden views with a morning coffee.

Patio doors lead directly to the patio, giving you the perfect transition between indoor comfort and outdoor living.

Let's step out into the back garden and give you a proper look at what you'll be working with. It's one of those spaces that surprises you with how much it offers while keeping things nice and easy to manage.

First up, you've got a wide paved patio stretching right across the back of the house. This isn't just a token slab or two outside the back door – it's a proper space where you can lay out your outdoor furniture, fire up the barbecue and enjoy a bit of al fresco dining as the sun sets. There's loads of room here to host, entertain or just have your morning brew in peace. It connects beautifully with the conservatory too, so whether you're flowing out here from a summer gathering or just moving your office outside for the day, it all just works.

Then there's the lawned section, laid with artificial grass so you won't be wasting weekends pushing a mower around. It looks tidy year-round. You could even throw down a few planters if you've got a green thumb – and with a bit of sunshine, it'll be your own little escape.

What really adds value though is the detached garage to the rear. It's got its own access via the side gate and is set back just enough to give you flexibility. Whether you want to use it as a home gym, use it for storage or turn it into a bit of a workshop, it's yours to make the most of. And thanks to the generous paved area in front of it, there's room to unload or park up too.

Let's head upstairs, where you'll find two light and well-kept bedrooms and a smart, modern bathroom.

The main bedroom sits to the front of the home and gives you plenty of space to unwind at the end of the day. With room for wardrobes, drawers and a dressing area, it's a calming, comfortable space you'll look forward to retreating to. A window brings in soft natural light while giving you a peaceful view of the leafy tree out front.

Next door, the second bedroom is set to the rear and is a brilliant space for a child, teen or even a home office if you don't need two sleeping areas. The current setup shows how easily it can double up for gaming, studying and sleep, while the crisp neutral walls and wood-effect flooring give you a great blank canvas.

The final room on this floor is the bathroom, which has a clean, fresh finish with fully tiled walls and a curved shower-bath combo perfect for quick weekday mornings or longer soaks on a Sunday.

[LIVING ON BUCKINGHAM CLOSE]

Buckingham Close is part of a pleasant area on the outskirts of St Helens town centre, pairing the bliss of suburban life with the convenience of the town into one.

The nearby Ravenhead Old Road footpath connects to Greengate Wood, an expanse of woodland and open fields to enjoy the great outdoors and peaceful bliss.

You'll also find Ravenhead Retail Park a short distance away, which brings you easy access to plenty of amenities.

St Helens Central train station is easily accessible - this ensures you have great rail connections to Liverpool, Wigan and up to Blackpool.

For drivers, the A58 provides you direct access in and out of the town, heading to Prescot and Liverpool in the West and down through Sutton to the M62 in the South - this then connects further to North Manchester, the M6 for Cheshire, the Lakes and the Midlands, and over the Pennines to Yorkshire.

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