4-bedroom house · CO5 8PR
Sold STCListed 208 days
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Guide Price £500,000. - £525,000 This attractive four-bedroom family home situated within a quiet residential cul-de-sac in the sought-after coastal town of West Mersea.
The property has been thoughtfully updated and improved by the current owners, creating a stylish and spacious home that is well suited to modern family living.
The ground floor features a well-appointed kitchen positioned at the heart of the home, with a separate dining room providing the perfect setting for family meals and entertaining.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a cosy snug, offering a versatile space that works well as an informal sitting area or family room.
The main lounge is bright and spacious, providing a welcoming place to relax while enjoying pleasant views over the garden.
Upstairs the property provides four well-sized bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom that benefits from its own private en-suite bathroom.
Both en suite bathroom and family bathroom have underfloor heating installed.
The remaining bedrooms are ideal for family members, guests or those requiring home office space, and are served by a modern family bathroom.
Throughout the property, new flooring has been installed, complementing the neutral décor and enhancing the sense of quality and continuity across the home.
The result is a property that feels fresh, well maintained and ready for immediate occupation.
Externally the property offers excellent practicality with off-road parking for up to four vehicles to the front.
The home is positioned within a quiet residential area yet remains conveniently located.
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