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See how verdicts work3-bedroom property · CM16 7PL
For saleReduced £25k (−3.7%) on 21 JunListed 412 days
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About
*price range £675,000 to £700,000 * semi detached house * stunning rural setting * three bedrooms * beautiful scenic views * double garage * no onwards chain * potential to extend (STP) * Set in a beautiful rural landscape, this charming semi-detached cottage offers delightful accommodation with stunning views of the Essex countryside.
Located a short drive from Epping Town, residents benefit from a vibrant high street, a well-connected train station to London & excellent schools.
Spanning approximately 1,150 square feet, the cottage features a welcoming entrance porch leading to a bright hallway & a modern kitchen breakfast room equipped with wooden worktops, a stylish range cooker & a double-width butler sink.
A door connects to a cloakroom with a WC & a second reception room with garden access-perfect for family gatherings.
The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace and folding doors that showcase views of the landscaped garden.
On the first floor, the master bedroom includes a charming fireplace & wooden flooring, alongside two additional bedrooms & a family bathroom with a contemporary suite.
Access is via a peaceful private lane off Mount Road, ensuring tranquillity.
The rear garden, approximately 120 feet long, is primarily laid to lawn & features fruit trees & scenic views - an ideal space for children & pets.
There are two garages located to the side of the property, set away from the plot, but providing parking.
The plot presents a genuine opportunity to expand at the rear of the property, potentially increasing the downstairs area (subject to planning).
Theydon Mount is close to Epping and well-connected to Theydon Bois and Abridge, offering a range of shops, restaurants & traditional pubs.
Families can easily access numerous golf courses & reputable schools.
Tube transport to London is available at Epping & Theydon Bois stations, with convenient road links to the M11 & M25 & M25 Junction 26 is 6.4 miles away.
Ground Floor Porch (2.13m x 1.17m (7' x 3'10")) Living Room (5.38m x 3.46m (17'8" x 11'4")) Kitchen Breakfast Room (5.22m x 3.61m (17'2" x 11'10")) Cloakroom Wc (2.59m x 0.86m (8'6" x 2'10")) Family Room (4.20m x 3.90m (13'9" x 12'10")) First Floor Bedroom One (3.58m x 3.61m (11'9" x 11'10")) Bedroom Two (2.75m x 3.49m (9'0" x 11'5")) Bedroom Three (2.35m x 2.66m (7'9" x 8'9")) Bathroom (2.41m x 1.57m (7'11" x 5'2")) External Area Rear Garden (38.70 x 17.31 (126'11" x 56'9")) Garage 1 & 2 (4.90m x 4.93m (16'1" x 16'2"))
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