2-bedroom semi-detached house · CO11 2BT
Sold STCListed 112 days
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***Coming Soon*** £300,000 to £325,000 Guide Price Situated in the highly desirable village of Lawford, this well presented two bedroom semi detached home offers spacious and well balanced accommodation, an impressive 104' west facing rear garden and off road parking, making it an ideal purchase for first-time buyers, downsizers and investors alike.
The accommodation begins with an entrance hall leading to a convenient downstairs cloakroom before opening into a comfortable living room, providing a welcoming space in which to relax or entertain.
To the rear of the property, the kitchen/breakfast room offers a range of fitted units with ample worktop space and room for everyday dining.
Beyond the kitchen, the conservatory provides an additional reception area overlooking the rear garden, creating a bright and versatile space with direct access outside.
On the first floor, there are two generous double bedrooms together with a well-appointed shower room, completing the internal accommodation.
A particular feature of the property is the generous west facing rear garden, extending to approximately 104ft (31.7m).
Enjoying afternoon and evening sunshine, the garden provides an excellent space for outdoor entertaining, family enjoyment or keen gardening enthusiasts, with ample room for planting, seating areas and a substantial lawn.
To the front, the property benefits from off-road parking.
Lawford is a popular and well connected village on the Essex/Suffolk border, adjoining the historic town of Manningtree, renowned as Britain's smallest town.
The property enjoys a convenient location within easy reach of a range of everyday amenities, schooling and transport links.
Lawford Church of England Primary School is approximately half a mile away, while Highwoods Community Primary School is around 0.9 miles from the property.
Manningtree High School lies approximately 1.3 miles away, making the home well placed for families.
Manningtree town centre, with its selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and local services, is around 1.2 miles away, while Manningtree railway station is approximately 1.6 miles from the property.
The surrounding area offers an excellent lifestyle opportunity, with the beautiful Dedham Vale National Landscape approximately three miles away and the picturesque Flatford Mill, immortalised by John Constable, around four miles from the property.
The University of Essex's Colchester campus is also conveniently situated approximately 11 miles away.
For commuters, the property enjoys excellent road links via the A137, providing convenient access to the A12 and A120.
Colchester can typically be reached in around 20 minutes by car, Ipswich in approximately 25 minutes, Harwich International Port in around 25 minutes, Chelmsford in approximately 45 minutes and Stansted Airport in around one hour, with central London accessible in approximately one hour and forty minutes, depending on traffic.
Manningtree railway station is located on the Great Eastern Main Line and offers regular direct services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 58 minutes.
Colchester can be reached by rail in around 10 minutes, Ipswich in approximately 15 minutes, Chelmsford in around 35 minutes, Stratford in approximately 50 minutes and Norwich in around one hour.
Offering spacious accommodation, an exceptional west facing garden, excellent commuter links and a convenient village setting close to highly regarded schools, everyday amenities and beautiful countryside, this attractive home presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy village living with outstanding connectivity.
Entrance Hall Living Room Kitchen/Breakfast Room Conservatory Cloakroom First Floor Landing Bedroom One Bedroom Two Shower Room WC Front Garden with Off Road Parking West Facing Rear Garden Disclaimer haart Estate Agents also offer a professional, ARLA accredited Lettings and Management Service.
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haart Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
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