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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · CM1 3RD
Sold STCReduced £25k (−3.2%) on 7 OctListed 180 days
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About
Nestled in a picturesque rural setting, this charming period semi-detached cottage offers a perfect blend of character and modern convenience.
Boasting four double bedrooms, this well-maintained property exudes a stylish and homely atmosphere throughout.
The spacious interior is flooded with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming ambience.
The property is located in a hamlet close to Chelmsford City centre with mainline railway station to London Liverpool Street.
The accommodation comprises of a porch, lobby area, dual aspect lounge featuring solid timber floor, real log burner and doors to rear garden, a further reception room offering versatile space ideal for working from home and a stunning refitted kitchen/diner with a vaulted ceiling and bi-fold door to the garden.
To the first floor there are three double bedrooms and a four-piece bathroom suite.
To the second floor there is a spacious principal bedroom and a refitted four-piece bathroom including a stylish his and hers basin.
Externally, the property benefits from off-street parking for three/four cars which adds to the convenience of this delightful home.
A lovely unoverlooked garden, perfect for relaxing, children playing or entertaining guests, double garage and external WC.
Located in a peaceful countryside setting with walks and cycling routes directly on the doorstep, yet within easy reach of local amenities and transport links, including rail links into London from Ingatestone station, this property offers the ideal balance of seclusion and convenience.
Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming cottage your own slice of rural paradise. Contact us today to arrange a viewing.
Office (12' 11" x 12' 6") Porch Entrance Hall Living Room 3.2m (max) x 6.86m Office (12' 11" x 14' 1") Kitchen/Dining Room (12' 11" x 19' 5") First Floor Landing Bedroom (12' 11" x 13' 3") Bedroom (11' 7" x 11' 11") Bedroom (11' 6" x 10' 3") Four Piece Bathroom Suite Second Floor Landing Bedroom (11' 3" x 16' 5") Bathroom (12' 3" x 10' 5") Externally: Double Garage (15' 0" x 16' 4") South Facing Garden External WC
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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