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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · CM23 2HE
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(ref:LK01) A stunning four-bedroom family home with a spectacular 135ft garden, exceptional entertaining space and a superb finish throughout.
153 Rye Street is a truly exceptional 1930s-style semi-detached home, beautifully refurbished and thoughtfully extended to create a substantial family residence that perfectly balances period charm with contemporary luxury.
Set in one of Bishop’s Stortford’s most sought-after areas, this impressive three-storey home offers generous living accommodation, outstanding entertaining space and a spectacular south-westerly garden complete with home office and dedicated bar.
From the moment you step inside, the quality and attention to detail are immediately apparent.
The ground floor offers two versatile reception rooms, including a wonderfully cosy living room centred around a log burner - the perfect place to unwind.
Beyond this, the impressive extended kitchen/diner forms the true heart of the home.
Finished to a high specification, the kitchen features a large central island, extensive storage and excellent space for both everyday family life and entertaining on a larger scale.
The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms, all with built-in storage, alongside a stylish family bathroom.
The entire second floor is dedicated to the impressive principal suite, creating a private and luxurious retreat.
The large bedroom benefits from excellent eaves storage, a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room and a Juliet balcony overlooking the magnificent rear garden, with far-reaching south-westerly views.
Outside, the 135ft rear garden is a genuine showstopper.
A large sun terrace provides the perfect setting for summer entertaining, while further down the garden you'll find a superb dedicated bar - ideal for hosting friends, relaxing with a drink or settling in to watch the weekend's sporting fixtures.
The garden also benefits from a high-specification Green Retreats home office, providing an exceptional dedicated workspace away from the main house.
To the front, there is off-street parking for three vehicles, with further readily available parking for up to two additional cars. The location is equally impressive.
Popular with families, Rye Street is ideally positioned for access to a number of highly regarded schools, including the catchment postcode for Avanti primary and secondary schools, alongside a selection of other excellent primary and secondary settings.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Grange Paddocks is just a short walk away, offering extensive recreational facilities, dog-walking routes, cycle trails and a variety of sporting opportunities.
Bishop’s Stortford mainline station is approximately a 20-minute walk, providing direct connections to Stansted Airport, Cambridge, London Liverpool Street and Stratford, with frequent services making this an excellent location for commuters.
North Street is also approximately a 10-minute walk, offering an appealing selection of independent restaurants, cafés and shops, together with a convenient Waitrose supermarket.
Highlights Exceptional four-bedroom, three-storey family home Beautifully refurbished and extended Sought-after 1930s-style semi-detached property Approximately 135ft south-westerly rear garden Large high-specification kitchen/diner with island Two reception rooms Principal suite occupying the entire top floor Beautiful en-suite shower room Juliet balcony with garden views Bespoke built-in wardrobes and storage Dedicated Green Retreats home office Large garden bar and entertaining terrace Built-in Sonos sound system Instant hot water tap Water softener Electric vehicle charging point Off-street parking for three vehicles Excellent school catchment Close to Grange Paddocks Approx.
20-minute walk to the mainline station Approx.
10-minute walk to North Street A rare combination of space, style, location and lifestyle, 153 Rye Street offers the complete family package - a beautifully finished home with exceptional entertaining space, an enviable garden and excellent commuter and schooling connections Living Room (3.55m x 3.85m) Kitchen/Diner (9.81m x 5.70m) Master Bedroom (5.00m x 4.15m) Ensuite (2.35m x 1.60m) Bedroom (3.20m x 3.75m) Bedroom (3.55m x 3.35m) Bedroom (2.05m x 1.85m) Office (5.05m x 2.50m) Bar (3.43m x 4.05m) Garden (39.90m x 8.44m)
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