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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · CM7 5HP
For saleListed 228 days
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About
Benefitting from a plot of approximately 1/4 acre (stls), and with stunning farmland views to the rear, we have great pleasure in bringing to the market this exceptionally well presented detached bungalow.
The accommodation on offer comprises entrance hall with storage cupboards, 2 double bedrooms, shower room, utility room, sitting room with wood burner and a kitchen /diner with part vaulted ceiling and views of garden and beyond.
The property has double glazed windows, oil central heating, lovely gardens with seating areas, and garage and ample parking.
Shalford itself offers village public house, and there is a small general store and primary school at Shalford Green.
Braintree with its more comprehensive facilities and railway station with service to London Liverpool street is about 20 minutes drive away.
Cloakroom Suite comprises low level WC, vanity wash basin, extractor Entrance Hall Double glazed door and side light leads into entrance hall with wood flooring, 2 radiators, access to loft space, down lighters and 2 storage cupboards.
Doors to: Lounge 3.58m (3.58m) x 3.05m (3.05m) - Double glazed square bay window to front, radiator, wood burner Kitchen/Diner 4.88m (4.88m) x 4.8m (4.8m) - Vaulted ceiling with 3 Velux windows, and 2 sets of patio doors out to the rear garden.
Kitchen is fitted with good range of units comprising wall units, work surfaces with drawer and base units, and central island. Inset sink unit. Built in oven, with inset hob.
Integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Utility Room 2.59m (2.6m) x 1.6m (1.6m) - Units as per kitchen. Double glazed window and door to rear garden.
Inset sink unit, provision for washing machine Bedroom 1 3.56m (3.56m) x 3.56m (3.56m) - 2 Double glazed windows to rear with views, radiator Bedroom 2 3.56m (3.56m) x 2.84m (2.84m) - Double glazed window to front, radiator Shower Room Walk in shower cubicle with grab rails.
Vanity wash hand basin, and low level WC, towel rail and double glazed frosted window to rear, down lighters Outside As previously mentioned the property is situated on a plot of approximately 0.25 acre (stls), with stunning views to the rear over the surrounding farmland/countryside.
To the right hand side of the property is the stone/shingle drive providing off road parking for cars and giving access to the single garage with up and over door, and personal door to the side.
The remainder of the plot is mainly laid to lawn, stocked beds and path to front entrance door and around the side to the side and rear patios. Well stocked established beds.
Oils storage tank and boiler. Counciltax band B - (braintree district council) EPC rating - D (60)
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