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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · CM2 9AR
For saleReduced £15k (−3.1%) on 24 OctListed 70 days
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About
A characterful home occupying a convenient position within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre, offering well-proportioned accommodation and a delightful established rear garden.
The property provides a versatile accommodation with generous living space and offers an excellent opportunity for the incoming purchaser to update and personalise the home to their own requirements.
An entrance door leads to an entrance hall which has stairs to the first floor and doors leading to the principal ground floor accommodation.
The living room is positioned to the front of the property and features a bay window providing plenty of natural light and a fireplace forming an attractive focal point.
Across the hall is the dining room, another generous reception space which has a feature fireplace and built-in storage.
The rear sunroom has an attractive outlook over the rear garden with extensive glazing allowing for an abundance of natural light and double doors providing direct access outside.
Adjoining the sun room is the kitchen which is fitted with a range of wall and base units complemented by work surfaces.
There is a gas hob with extractor over, integrated double oven and space for further appliances together with a window to the rear.
The first floor landing provides access to the three bedrooms and family bathroom with stairs continuing to the second floor.
Bedroom one is a generous double room to the front of the property featuring a bay window.
Bedroom two is to the rear and bedroom three is to the front of the property and would be perfect for a nursery or home office.
The family bathroom comprises a panel enclosed bath, shower cubicle, wash hand basin, WC and is complemented by tiled walls and a heated towel rail.
On the second floor is a further generous double bedroom. Outside The attractive rear garden has a wide variety of mature trees, shrubs and plants creating a leafy and secluded setting.
The lawn is complemented by paved paths and seating areas.
There is an ornamental pond surrounded by established aquatic planting and landscaped borders creating an attractive focal point within the garden.
To the rear is a distinctive pavilion providing an additional seating area.
To the front of the property is a block paved driveway providing off road parking for several vehicles and gated side access to the rear garden.
Location Widford Road is located close to Hylands Park, the A414 towards Ongar and is a short drive from the A12. It is also well connected by bus with a number of bus stops at the end of the road.
Chelmsford city centre is approximately 1.2 miles distant, with its mainline train station offering direct access to London's Liverpool Street and an array of shops, bars, restaurants and recreational facilities.
Within close proximity to the property are a selection of shops, Moulsham Street, a 24 hour supermarket, Chelmsford Golf Club and primary and secondary schools.
Directions SatNav - postcode CM2 9AR Important Information Council Tax Band – E Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold EPC rating – E Our ref - CHE260156
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