3-bedroom house · MK44 3RD
For saleListed 313 days
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About
Summary Presented to the market is this attractive, grade II listed thatched cottage occupying a generous plot with beautiful gardens that includes a former forge dating back to 1640.
The property boasts a wealth of character throughout which includes exposed timbers and a beautiful inglenook fireplace description Entering the home via the front door you are greeted by an internal porch with a door opening to the dining room which features an inglenook fireplace.
The dining room is at the heart of the cottage and links the homes lounge and central hall.
The lounge is a 17ft dual aspect room with inglenook fireplace perfect for creating a cosy atmosphere during winter months.
The kitchen enjoys views over the garden and can be accessed via the central hall. The kitchen is adjoined by a separate pantry.
At the rear of the home is a study room which is currently used as an office space and rear porch. A fitted wet room and separate W/C complete the ground floor accommodation.
The first-floor accommodation can be accessed via stairs rising from the central hall. Three well-proportioned bedrooms can be accessed through a central landing.
Externally there is a driveway for two vehicles leading to the single garage and to the rear there is a mature private garden with additional parking with access to the former forge.
Entrance Hall Cloakroom Shower Room Lounge 17' x 13' 10" ( 5.18m x 4.22m ) Dining Room 17' 3" x 8' 6" ( 5.26m x 2.59m ) Kitchen 10' 8" x 10' 7" ( 3.25m x 3.23m ) Boiler Room First Floor Landing Bedroom One 18' 1" x 10' 7" ( 5.51m x 3.23m ) Bedroom Two 11' 3" x 10' 2" ( 3.43m x 3.10m ) Bedroom Three 10' 6" x 9' 10" ( 3.20m x 3.00m ) Bathroom External Front Garden Rear Garden Workshop 8' 6" x 5' 1" ( 2.59m x 1.55m ) Garage 16' 9" x 8' 6" ( 5.11m x 2.59m ) Outbuilding 27' 5" x 12' 6" ( 8.36m x 3.81m ) 1.
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2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Value & comps
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