As a Scotsman, Portsmouth estate agent Colin Shairp is familiar with the Harry Lauder-penned song “Keep Right On To The End Of The Road”.

He also knows that when it comes to roads in Drayton, getting to the end often reveals some great results for househunters seeking that little bit extra.

A case in point can be found right now in Kirton Road, where an appealing 1930s semi with a stylish double-height and tile-hung front bay is on the market.

The house has a block paved front curtain and driveway offering parking for several cars. But it’s round the back that this house reveals its secret because there is a ground floor extension that adds considerably to the living space.

“The house is really appealing, great value and possibly requiring some improvements and modernisation although it has double glazing and gas heating together with a kitchen fitted at the time of the extension,” says Colin.

“”At the front, the bay lends extra space to the separate living room downstairs and the master bedroom above which, like the second bedroom, has double wardrobes fitted each side of the chimney breast. The third bedroom also has a double built-in wardrobe and first floor accommodation is completed by the family bathroom.

“Downstairs again, the rear of the house has been opened up by connecting the kitchen and breakfast / dining room via an arch. The latter then extends into an L-shaped family room with sliding patio doors at the far end. It has created a great day-to-day living space but still leaves an individual quiet room at the front of the house.

“The patio doors open onto a slightly raised terrace with decorative walls at each side and a step down onto the lawn with its curving stepping stone path. The garden backs onto the Springfield School playing fields – another appealing aspect of this house is the open feel at the rear enhanced by the fact that a sought-after school is so close by.

“In fact with its close proximity to shops, bus routes, and schools this is the perfect family house.”

Guide price is £320,000 (EPC Band D). For more information, contact Town and Country Southern on 023 93 277 288 or email sales@townandcountrysouthern.co.uk<