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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · BR5 1HT
Sold STCListed 41 days
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About
Sinclair Hammelton are delighted to market this 4 bedroom, 2 bath/shower room (+ ground floor W.C) semi-detached house, presented in contemporary and stylish order throughout and situated on one of Petts Wood’s most convenient roads.
Internally, the ground floor comprises; an ample-sized reception room to the front, an extended open-plan kitchen/family room which is very much the focal point of the property, featuring; a central island and breakfasting bar, integrated appliances (two ovens, induction hob with extractor over, fridge/freezer and dishwasher) and extensive units and work surfaces, as well as a convenient and sizeable utility room.
Handily, the utility room also provides access into a large garage. A modern W.C completes the ground floor accommodation.
Via a stylish glass-panel staircase, to the first floor you will find 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, Bedroom 1 of which benefits from a contemporary en-suite shower room, as well as a stylish family bathroom.
Externally, there is a very pleasant rear garden, which boasts the ever-coveted south orientation and features both Indian sandstone patio and lawn areas.
To the front is a driveway providing off-street parking for 2-3 vehicles.
Having been completely refurbished and renovated within recent years, the property features relatively new; double glazing, central heating system, flooring/carpets as well as the fittings such as the kitchen and bath/shower rooms.
St. John’s Road is conveniently-located near to; transport links, coveted schools and general amenities.
Petts Wood Station is less than half a mile away and Orpington Station less than a mile away too, with both stations providing direct and frequent services into central London.
The highly-regarded Crofton and Perry Hall Primary Schools are also very nearby, with both Petts Wood and Orpington High Streets easily-accessible too, with both offering an array of; handy shops, restaurants, bars and leisure and beauty facilities.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About 53, St. Johns Road, Orpington
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