Searching for a new-build home with all the advantages of modern construction methods and contemporary features?

This expansive detached bungalow, which is set in generous gardens within a popular yet peaceful village, could tick all your boxes.

It offers a flexible layout with high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout, including extensive tiling to bathrooms, solid wood doors, Velux windows and an excellent range of light-coloured cabinets in the superb breakfasting kitchen.

The reception rooms are to the rear of the property and accessed from the wide and welcoming entrance hall and an inner hall.

They comprise of a bright and open sitting/dining room which is more than 24ft long. It has a feature fireplace and French doors leading outside and is adjacent to a light and airy garden room which offers further space to entertain.

This also has French doors to the garden as well as a sloping glazed roof and wall light.

The well-appointed and fitted breakfasting kitchen is ideal for family gatherings, being a spacious near-18ft by 12ft and with ample room for a table and chairs.

It is opposite a utility room with sink next to the entrance door and separating the master bedroom from the other three bedrooms.

The impressive master bedroom features an elegant en-suite shower room, and the remaining three generous bedrooms are served by the smart four-piece family bathroom.

This boasts a separate shower cubicle and contemporary stylish white cabinets with dark-coloured tops.

Externally the property benefits from a detached double garage and ample additional parking for several vehicles on the block-paved driveway.

The large gardens are laid mainly to lawn, ideal for al-fresco meals, parties or games.

The bungalow in St Mary’s Court, Wreay, Carlisle, is for sale at £425,000 from Finest Properties, tel. 01768 744324.