4-bedroom detached house · LE8 5SP
Listing removedReduced £15k (−3%) on 21 MayListed 378 days
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About
This exceptional detached cottage, full of original character and charm, is tucked away in a private cul-de-sac and must be viewed internally to fully appreciate the accommodation and craftsmanship on offer.
Upon entering through the porch, you are welcomed into a bright and airy sitting room, with front-facing windows that allow natural light to pour in.
The feature multi-fuel burner adds warmth and ambience, making this a perfect space to relax and enjoy quality time with family, especially during the winter months.
The cottage-style kitchen is beautifully presented with cream Shaker-style wall and base units, solid oak worktops, and an exposed brick splashback.
It also features a range cooker, a ceramic sink with mixer tap, and a pantry for extra storage. There's ample space for a breakfast table, ideal for informal dining.
A separate utility room provides additional wall and base units, plumbing for appliances, and a convenient downstairs WC – a practical addition to any family home.
The formal dining room offers generous space for entertaining and hosting family meals, while the study provides flexibility and could be easily adapted into a fourth bedroom if desired.
Upstairs, the property boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms. Two are spacious doubles, with the main bedroom offering built-in wardrobes.
The third bedroom is a good-sized single, also featuring built-in storage.
The impressive family bathroom is fitted with a stylish four-piece suite, including a low-level WC, wash hand basin, separate shower, and a roll-top bath with central taps and handheld shower.
The rear garden is a true highlight, offering a high degree of privacy thanks to mature trees and shrubs.
An impressive summer house enhances the space, complete with a bar/lounge area, WC, and a bedroom – ideal for guests, a home office, or additional entertaining space.
To the front, a spacious driveway provides off-road parking for several vehicles. Entrance Porch - Sitting Room - 3.23mx7.49m - . - Lounge - 4.78mx3.43m - .. - Kitchen - 6.10mx3.28m - ...
- Dining Room - 2.95mx2.90m - .... - Study/Bedroom Four - 3.38mx2.46m - ..... - Downstairs Wc - ...... - Utility Room - ....... - Bedroom One - 3.63mx4.11m - ........
- Bedroom Two - 3.28mx3.23m - ......... - Bedroom Three - 3.15mx2.51m - .......... - Bathroom - 2.49mx2.18m -
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