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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CB11 3SN
Listing removedReduced £100k (−6.3%) on 17 JulListed 142 days
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About
An exceptional modernised family home set on a peaceful country lane, enjoying westerly views over open farmland and thoughtfully designed accommodation throughout.
Description The house is approached via a gated driveway leading to ample parking, a garage and cart lodge.
Internally, a welcoming entrance hall leads to a front facing study/home office and an impressive triple aspect sitting room with feature fireplace.
To the rear, the contemporary fully fitted kitchen with peninsula opens into a superb open plan living and dining space, ideal for family life and entertaining, with French doors connecting seamlessly to the garden.
A utility/boot room, guest cloakroom and internal access to the garage complete the ground floor. On the first floor are five well proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Two bedrooms benefit from modern en suite facilities and fitted wardrobes, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a stylish family shower room.
Outside, the gardens have been carefully landscaped to create a variety of seating areas and points of interest, all enjoying views across the adjoining fields.
The westerly aspect provides excellent afternoon and evening light.
Location Widdington is a sought after north Essex village surrounded by rolling countryside, yet ideally placed for access to nearby market towns including Saffron Walden and Bishop’s Stortford.
The area offers well regarded local schooling, with a strong choice of both state and independent options in the surrounding villages and towns.
The village is home to the well known Fleur de Lys public house, a popular and characterful destination offering dining and a strong sense of community.
For commuters, Audley End station is within easy reach, providing regular mainline services into London Liverpool Street, making the property well suited to those balancing rural living with city access.
The nearby M11 offers convenient road links to London, Cambridge and Stansted Airport.
Square Footage: 3,401 sq ft Acreage: 0.59 Acres Directions Sat nav postcode: CB11 3SN what three words: ///gloves.couriers.forehand Additional Info Services - Mains Water, Electricity, Drainage Central heating via air source heat pump Gigaclear broadband connection Electric car charger in cart lodge
Value & comps
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