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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · IP9 2JE
Sold STCListed 285 days
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About
Situated in a semi-rural position on the edge of the highly desirable village of Capel St Mary, Cala Bona occupies an exceptionally large plot and offers fantastic potential for extension or further development, subject to the usual planning permissions.
Capel St Mary is a sought-after village location, benefiting from excellent transport links to both Ipswich and Colchester, while also enjoying the convenience of its own primary school, a wide range of shops and an abundance of local amenities.
The property itself is in need of some light refurbishment, providing an ideal opportunity for purchasers to personalise and add value.
The accommodation is well laid out, with a welcoming entrance hallway leading to a spacious lounge and a generous kitchen, both located on the ground floor along with a refitted ground floor bathroom.
To the first floor are three good-sized bedrooms, all accessed from the central landing.
Externally, the property boasts a large frontage providing off-street parking for multiple vehicles, while to the rear is a very large, unoverlooked garden.
Offered for sale with no onward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a home with significant potential in one of the areas most popular village settings.
Entrance hallway Double glazed door to entrance hallway, stair flight to first floor, double radiator, double glazed window to side.
Lounge Double glazed window to front, single radiator, double glazed doors to rear, feature fireplace, serving hatch to kitchen.
Kitchen/diner Double glazed window to side x2, stainless steel sink and drainer, wall mounted cupboards, further window to rear, further work surfaces with cupboards under, space for cooker, space for fridge freezer.
Rear hallway Double glazed door to rear, single radiator, built in cupboard, space for washing machine.
Ground floor shower room Double glazed window to rear, vanity hand wash basin, low level wc, walk in shower, marine boarding, double radiator.
First floor landing Double glazed window to front, single radiator. Bedroom 1 Double glazed window to rear, feature fireplace, single radiator, window to side.
Bedroom 2 Feature fireplace, single radiator, double glazed window to rear. Bedroom 3 Double glazed window to front, fitted wardrobe.
Outside Large frontage providing off-street parking for multiple vehicles, lawned front garden. Side access to rear garden. Large un overlooked rear garden, garage.
Value & comps
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Returns
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