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See how verdicts work5-bedroom semi-detached house · SS0 0RA
For saleListed 41 days
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Guide price £700,000 An exciting opportunity to acquire a spacious semi-detached family home in a desirable area of Westcliff-on-Sea.
This unique house has a substantial garden backing directly onto the Westcliff allotments presenting a calm, barely overlooked, quiet outdoor space that feels close to nature, with wide bifold doors that brings the garden into the home.
Offering 6 double bedrooms and a single, a 3-car driveway, a bathroom and a wet room, an expansive open-plan living area that encompasses a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, an extensive lounge space with skylights, and a fully equipped outdoor office.
This house is ideal for family or multi-generational living.
As you enter the home, the wide hallway presents the central staircase with a reception/bedroom to the left, currently used as an office, and a reception room/office to the right.
Moving into the ground floor living space, you are presented with a vast expanse of open interior space, entering through the large dining area, you have in front of you the length of the lounge lit by skylights, which extends out into the garden through the impressive bifold doors.
To the right is a well-appointed kitchen with a modern feel with plenty of cupboard and worktop space.
It also boasts an induction hob, oven and grill, integrated dish washer, and room for free standing fridge and freezer units.
As you move through this, you reach a utility room and a wet room with shower, toilet, and sink.
Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms to the right, two large double bedrooms to the left, with a single bedroom to the front of the house, and a beautiful bathroom with a toilet, sink, bath, and shower to the rear.
Upstairs there is a large double bedroom in the loft with stunning views to the front and rear. On this floor is also a surprisingly large loft crawl space with lighting and flooring.
The property is also fitted with gas central heating throughout.
The building presents an impressive front aspect with a substantial paved 3 car driveway, providing space for five vehicles, and side access to the rear.
The building is fitted with thick insulated rendering improving heat conservation.
To the rear, there is a beautiful, raised patio area next to the bifold doors to bring sophisticated outside dining and relaxing with a clear horizon and amazing sunsets.
The garden remains large enough for family fun, with a paved area to the back for BBQs, and enough greenery and wildlife to feel among nature with the quietness of the allotments behind the property bringing a sense of tranquillity.
Springfield Drive is far enough away to feel like you’re not living in central Southend whilst still being close to local amenities, shops, restaurants, and culture and leisure destinations.
It is walking distance to Priory and Gainsborough Parks, local shops and amenities, the historic Palace Theatre, Southend Hospital, and several award-winning restaurants.
A short drive will bring you to Southend’s beautiful beaches, the Cliffs Pavilion, the city centre, and the city’s major attractions.
The property also provides strong transport links with London mainline rail stations within walking distance and another within a short drive, Southend Airport is a few minutes’ drive away, and there is easy access to the A13 and A127 roads into London.
This property will also bring you into the catchment area for the city’s highly desirable grammar schools, 3 of which are within walking distance, and a good primary school.
Property Ownership Information Tenure Freehold Council Tax Band D Property Description Disclaimer This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract.
It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft".
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The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Purplebricks and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale.
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