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See how verdicts work3-bedroom terraced house · AL1 4SZ
Sold STCListed 168 days
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About
An attractive three-bedroom Victorian cottage, set in a highly sought-after quiet close in the vibrant Fleetville area of St Albans, within easy reach of excellent local shops, well-regarded schools and the mainline train station.
A covered entrance door opens into a bright dual-aspect lounge/dining room featuring an attractive log burner fireplace, plantation-style shutters, bespoke built-in cupboards and shelving, and wood flooring running throughout.
Stairs rise to the first floor with useful storage below.
A door leads through to the stylish fitted kitchen/breakfast room, appointed with a range of modern wall and base units complemented by wooden worktops and a selection of integrated appliances.
The space is wonderfully light, with windows to the side and rear, a vaulted ceiling with Velux windows, and double doors opening onto the garden.
A further door provides access to a convenient downstairs WC. The first-floor landing offers access to three bedrooms and stairs rising to the second floor.
The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes.
The second floor comprises a spacious bathroom suite with a rear window, featuring a bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin, along with additional built-in storage.
Externally, the delightful rear garden enjoys a generous patio area leading to a lawn bordered by established trees and shrubs.
A further patio area to the rear provides access to a garden cabin/office or snug with light, power, wifi and fully insulated. as well as a useful storage shed.
Accommodation - Ground Floor - Lounge - 3.35m x 3.40m (11' x 11'2) - Dining Room - 3.45m x 3.40m (11'4 x 11'2) - Kitchen - 2.39m x 1.98m (7'10 x 6'6) - Breakfast Room - 3.61m x 2.46m (11'10 x 8'1) - Wc - First Floor - Landing - Bedroom One - 3.35m x 3.40m (11' x 11'2) - Bedroom Two - 3.35m x 1.73m (11' x 5'8) - Bedroom Three - 2.46m x 1.98m (8'1 x 6'6) - Second Floor - Landing - Bathroom - 5.59m x 1.83m (18'4 x 6) - Outside - Rear Garden - Garden Cabin/Office - 2.92m x 2.97m (9'7 x 9'9) - Shed - 2.92m 1.19m (9'7 3'11) -
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