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*** Guide Price £500,000 - £550,000 *** Home Estate Agents present a rare opportunity to invest in a three bedroom period cottage, for returning soldiers of WW1, which stands on a generous size south backing plot backing directly onto open farmland, whilst to the front offering ample off street parking.
The cottage comprises; entrance hall, ground floor cloakroom, lounge, separate dining room/third bedroom, a cottage style kitchen/breakfast room plus utility and double-glazed conservatory.
To the first floor there are two great size bedrooms and a spacious four piece bathroom suite.
A substantial south backing rear garden enjoys Summer days and nights, leading to expansive farmland and an idyllic aspect of calming views.
The property benefits from ample off-street parking for several vehicles.
Located on Eastwoodbury Lane, this exceptional property is perfectly positioned to take advantage of Southend Airport and its adjacent railway station - a short walk, with direct access into London Liverpool Street.
The property is well serviced by local bus routes, amenities and super market close by. Beach and town centre are just a short drive away.
Accommodation Comprises: - The property is approached via part glazed entrance door leading to: Entrance Hall: - 3.25m x 1.93m (10'8 x 6'4) - Stairs leading to the first floor landing, carpeted, panelled ceiling, radiator, doors to: Lounge: - 4.60m x 3.58m (15'1 x 11'9) - Double glazed bay window to rear aspect, carpeted, panelled ceiling, feature fireplace with inset log burner, radiator, doorway through to the kitchen.
Separate Dining Room/Bedroom Three: - 4.34m x 2.79m (14'3 x 9'2) - Double glazed windows to front and rear aspects, carpeted, panelled ceiling, feature fireplace, picture rail, radiator.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room: - 4.32m x 3.91m (14'2 x 12'10) - A wonderful room with two clearly defined areas as follows: Kitchen: - Two double glazed windows to front aspect, the kitchen is fitted to include a butler sink with mixer tap, inset into a range of solid wood square edge work surfaces with cupboards and drawers beneath, further range of matching eye level wall mounted units, integrated under counter fridge, electric oven & hob, wood effect flooring, open plan to: Breakfast Area: - Double glazed window to rear aspect, wood flooring, radiator, access to inner lobby.
Inner Lobby: - 1.65m x 0.97m (5'5 x 3'2) - With wood effect flooring, radiator, doors to: Ground Floor Cloakroom: - 1.57m x 0.94m (5'2 x 3'1) - Double glazed obscure window to side aspect, high flushing WC, wall mounted wash hand basin with mixer tap, tiled flooring, radiator.
Utility Room: - 2.79m x 1.73m (9'2 x 5'8) - Appliance space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, wall mounted boiler (not tested), tiled flooring.
Double Glazed Conservatory: - 2.95m x 2.57m (9'8 x 8'5) - Double glazed windows to rear and side aspects with a door to the rear garden, vinyl flooring, radiator.
First Floor Landing: - 4.19m x 2.18m (13'9 x 7'2) - Two double glazed windows to front aspect, carpeted, panelling to ceiling, built-in storage cupboard, doors to: Bedroom One: - 4.65m x 3.73m (15'3 x 12'3) - Double glazed windows to front and rear aspect, carpeted, smooth plastered ceiling, radiator.
Bedroom Two: - 3.58m x 2.79m (11'9 x 9'2) - Double glazed window to rear aspect, carpeted, built-in storage cupboard, radiator.
Bathroom: - 3.58m x 2.46m (11'9 x 8'1) - A great size bathroom with double glazed obscure window to side aspect, modern four piece suite comprising; claw fitted bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, fully tiled shower cubicle, wood effect flooring, fitted storage cupboard, additional built-in eaves storage cupboard, heated rail and additional radiator.
Externally: - Rear Garden: - The property benefits from a fabulous south backing rear garden which commences with a raised decked area providing a lovely area for outside dining and entertaining.
The remainder of the garden is mainly laid to lawn with a feature ornamental fish pond and an array of mature flower, shrub and herbaceous borders and screen panelled fencing.
There are also various outbuildings including sheds, chicken coops and a greenhouse. Side access to the front of the property.
Front Garden: - To the front of the property there is a lawn area with brick retaining wall and off street parking for several vehicles.
Agents Note - Please be aware that under Section 21 of the Estate Agent Act 1979 we would advise that the vendor of this property is associated with Home Estate Agents.
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