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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · CM3 6DZ
SoldListed 258 daysAuction 26 Feb · ended
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FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON THURSDAY, 26TH FEBRUARY 2026 AT 12.00PM NOON. LIVE STREAMED VIA DEDMAN GRAY WEBSITE.
BIDDING AVAILABLE BY TELEPHONE, PROXY AND ONLINE SECOND HOME/HOLIDAY LET: A VACANT FREEHOLD PERIOD COTTAGE WITH UNIQUE CHARACTER AND STUNNING ESTUARY VIEWS CONSIDERED AN IDEAL HOLIDAY LET A characteristic three bedroom semi-detached home offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside, as well as the River Blackwater, with a clear view of Osea Island.
The house itself dates back to the early 1800's and has been extended over the years.
It is considered that as well as making cosmetic improvements to the house, it could also be extended to create further accommodation and due to the unique character and stunning vistas it is considered that the property would be ideal as a holiday let/second home or indeed an ideal home for permanent owner occupation.
Entrance Hall Lounge - 13'5 x 12'1 Study - 6'5 x 12'5 Dining Area - 8'6 x 9'5 Kitchen - 10'7 x 9'2 Conservatory - 12'4 x 6'6 First Floor Landing Bedroom One - 10'9 x 13'2 Bedroom Two - 10'6 x 9'3 Bedroom Three - 8'10 x 9'2 Bathroom/WC The house benefits from a side garden with detached garage and 2 driveways from which there are far reaching views across rolling landscape and estuary waters making this not only ideal for owner occupation and long term letting but also offers advantages for Airbnb/short stay accommodation.
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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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