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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SN25 1SL
Listing removedReduced £40k (−9.4%) on 22 MayListed 230 days
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About
Located on Havisham Drive in the ever-popular Haydon End area of North Swindon, the home is perfectly placed within walking distance of local primary and secondary schools, shops, parks and everyday amenities, with the Orbital Shopping Centre just a 15-minute stroll away.
Step inside and you're greeted by a bright, wide hallway with the staircase centrally positioned, immediately giving a great sense of space.
There's a handy cloakroom with a white WC and basin, along with useful under-stairs storage.
The living room is a generous and welcoming space, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, with double French doors opening out to the rear garden.
There's plenty of room for large sofas and additional furniture.
At the front of the property is a second reception room — a wonderfully versatile space that would make an ideal home office, study, snug, playroom or second sitting room, depending on your needs.
The kitchen/diner stretches the full length of the house and really is the heart of the home.
With ample worktop space, a range of over and under-counter cupboards and a breakfast bar, it's perfect for busy family life or entertaining friends.
Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, oven, grill and dishwasher, and double French patio doors lead directly out to the garden.
Just off the kitchen is a separate utility room, complete with additional worktop space, storage and room for both a washing machine and tumble dryer.
Upstairs, you'll find four well-proportioned double bedrooms and the family bathroom. The main bedroom benefits from its own en-suite with white WC, basin and shower.
The family bathroom is a good size and fitted with a white WC, basin and bath with an overhead shower.
Outside, the rear garden is a real highlight — generous in size with a large lawn and patio area, ideal for summer barbecues or relaxing outdoors.
Established shrubs and the positioning of the house provide a lovely sense of privacy, with no overlooking from neighbouring properties. There is also gated side access to the front.
The single garage is adjacent to the house and sits beneath a coach house, offering a rear door into the garden and a parking space to the front.
For those looking for an Investment, This property is currently Tenanted, achieving a rental yield of £1,800pcm, although can also be purchased with vacant possession.
Swindon itself is superbly connected, with direct rail links to London Paddington, Reading, Bath and Bristol from the town centre train station.
There's an excellent local bus network, along with easy access to the A419 and M4 motorway, making this a great choice for commuters and families alike.
Entrance Hall Kitchen / Breakfast Room 3.97m x 2.94m - 13'0" x 9'8" Dining Area 2.84m x 2.96m - 9'4" x 9'9" Utility Room Cloakroom Study/Family Room/Play Room 2.24m x 2.34m - 7'4" x 7'8" Living Room 4.62m x 3.36m - 15'2" x 11'0" Bedroom (Double) with Ensuite 3.36m x 3.5m - 11'0" x 11'6" Bedroom 2.82m x 3.1m - 9'3" x 10'2" Bedroom 2.82m x 3.02m - 9'3" x 9'11" Bedroom 3.2m x 2.62m - 10'6" x 8'7" Bathroom 1.8m x 1.84m - 5'11" x 6'0" Garage (Single)
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