This unusual bungalow has 'mansard loft extension' on stilts

A bungalow up a hill with a small front garden and long driveway

The property has a rear extension that is suspended on two stilts and has been described as being ideal for a conversion (Image credit: Williams & Goodwin)

This bungalow has a surprise to its rear with a suspended extension sitting at the back of the property.

The bungalow in Bethesda, Wales is available to buy for £285,000, with a loft conversion and extension said to provide an ideal opportunity to renovate.

However potential buyers have been warned the home requires extensive work due to its dilapidating interiors and neglected garden, but it can't be said the property isn't unique.

Extension suspended on metal stilts

A framed mansard extension at the back of a bungalow on stilts — *The extension to the back of the property is described as being a mansard loft conversion* (Image credit: Williams & Goodwin)

The 4.77m x 2.26m extension, described as a framed mansard loft conversion, is suspended in the air and features an additional bedroom and living room.

Williams & Goodwin state the extension is ideal for conversion and ripe for renovation, stating: "With direct level access from the landing and being situated above the original property is this large void ideal for conversion."

Property requires extensive renovation

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Peeling wallpaper in an old fashioned dining room — The house has peeling wallpaper in some of its rooms(Image credit: Williams & Goodwin)

The rest of the property also requires a lot of work due to its outdated interior.

Rooms have peeling wallpaper, a lack of sunlight and old fashioned colour schemes feature in all the bungalows three bedrooms.

Williams & Goodwin state: "Being prominently situated set back from the main approach into Bethesda and enjoying attractive forward facing views over the surrounding hills and countryside is this unusual detached property which although requiring renovation provides a great opportunity to take advantage of such a large and attractive plot."

Large garden is overgrown but spacious

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An overgrown garden at the back of a bungalow — The garden requires a lot of work due to its overgrown plants, but it does offer a lot of space(Image credit: Williams & Goodwin)

The property, as noted by Rightmove, offers a sizable plot.

It features a spacious garden with mature trees and shrubs, along with lawned areas at the front and back. Additionally, there's a driveway for off-road parking and a detached garage.

However, the garden requires significant clearing as it is largely overgrown with an uneven surface.

The property is available for sale for £285,000 by Williams & Goodwin.

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