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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · IP3 8TZ
For saleReduced £100k (−15.4%) on 21 JunListed 280 days
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About
Situated along the ever-popular Bucklesham Road on the eastern side of Ipswich, this deceptively spacious and highly versatile three-bedroom home offers approximately 1,766 sq. Ft.
Of accommodation arranged over two floors.
The property further benefits from a substantial driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, a rare and highly desirable feature in this location.
The ground floor is accessed via an entrance hall leading into a beautifully presented open-plan kitchen/diner.
The impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room forms the heart of the home, ideal for modern family life and entertaining.
This space flows seamlessly into a separate sitting room, providing an additional reception area with flexibility for family use, a playroom, or home office.
Also on the ground floor is a generous double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, making it ideal for guests, or buyers seeking ground-floor accommodation.
Further benefits include a utility room, a separate WC, and multiple built-in storage cupboards, enhancing everyday practicality.
The first floor offers two further well-sized double bedrooms, both served by a spacious family bathroom, along with additional storage accessed from the landing.
Bucklesham Road is a well-regarded and convenient location, offering easy access to Ipswich town centre, Foxhall Road, and the A14, with excellent links towards Felixstowe.
The area is well served by local amenities, popular schools, and public transport, while nearby green spaces and riverside walks provide a pleasant balance of town and outdoor living.
With its generous accommodation, huge driveway, and desirable location, this is a fantastic opportunity for families or buyers seeking space and flexibility. Early viewing is highly recommended.
Entrance Hall (3.44m x 1.05m (11'3" x 3'5")) Entrance hall providing access to ground floor accommodation, part double glazed UPVC door, double glazed window to front aspect.
Kitchen/Diner (6.35m x 3.91m (20'10" x 12'10")) A spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area forming the heart of the home, a range of base and wall units with worktops over, breakfast bar, island with plenty of storage space.
Electric oven and Induction Hob with extractor hood over, offering ample space for dining and everyday family living. Space for free standing Fridge/Freezer and Dishwasher.
1.5 bowl stainless steel sink with waste disposal unit. Double glazed window to side aspect.
Utility Room (2.54m x 2.06m (8'4" x 6'9")) Practical utility space with room for appliances and additional storage. Combi-Boiler as well as water softener. Stainless steel sink.
Double glazed door and window to side aspect.
Sitting Room (4.83m x 3.02m (15'10" x 9'11")) A versatile additional reception room, ideal as a family room, snug, or home office, with outlook to the rear.
Double glazed window to front aspect, patio door to rear access. Radiator.
Bedroom 1 (4.37m x 3.63m (14'4" x 11'11")) A generous double bedroom located on the ground floor, benefiting from an en-suite bathroom. Double glazed window to rear aspect. Radiator.
En-Suite (Bedroom 1) (2.03m x 1.98m (6'8" x 6'6")) White suite comprising of pedestal hand wash basin, low level WC, shower cubical. Double glazed window to side aspect.
Downstairs Wc (2.31m x 0.99m (7'7" x 3'3")) Ground floor cloakroom fitted with a WC and wash basin.. Double glazed window to side aspect.
Lounge (4.14m x 3.43m (13'7" x 11'3")) A well-proportioned reception room positioned to the front of the property, suitable for a variety of seating arrangements, double glazed patio doors to front aspect, with radiator to opposite wall.
Bedroom 2 (4.42m x 4.24m (14'6" x 13'11")) A spacious double bedroom with additional storage space. Double glazed window to front aspect. Radiator.
Bedroom 3 (3.63m x 2.64m (11'11" x 8'8")) A further well-proportioned bedroom suitable for guests, children, or home office use. Velux window to side aspect. Radiator.
Family Bathroom (3.53m x 1.98m (11'7" x 6'6")) A good-sized bathroom fitted with a bath, wash basin, and WC, Velux window.
Rear Garden Patio door leading to a good size rear garden with a selection of plants and shrubs. Patio and grassed area. Side access to garage, and to front of property, with gate to front garden.
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