4-bedroom house · IP3 8EJ
For saleReduced £50k (−7.1%) on 27 AugListed 180 days
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About
Part of our Signature collection, situated on the East side of the town is this beautiful four-bedroom Victorian property which retains ample period character and charm throughout with three reception rooms and off road parking Occupying an elevated position on the east side of the town is this elegant four double bedroom Victorian residence which has retained much of its period charm and feature throughout.
This includes sash windows, tall ceilings, skirting boards and feature fireplace.
Providing good access to the town and Waterfront the property is well presented throughout with gas central heating and secure parking.
A grand brick pillared entrance porch leads into the spacious reception hall which has solid oak parquet flooring, stairs to the first floor and additional stairs to the cellar.
The sitting room has a dual aspect outlook with French doors onto the rear garden and there is an open fireplace with feature surround.
The family room is located to the front and has a bay window with additional window to the side.
The 19ft open-plan kitchen/dining room overlooks the rear garden and has engineered oak flooring, a range of base units, work tops, a range-style cooker with extractor hood over and a butler sink.
A door to the side leads into a utility room which has a further door to the rear garden. There is also a shower room with Victorian-style sanitary ware.
On the first floor there is a substantial landing which provides access to all four double bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one has a bay window with additional window to the side.
Bedroom two is also a substantial double room with a dual aspect outlook with one window overlooking the rear garden and the other to the side.
Bedroom three is located to the rear and bedroom four is located to the front. The bathroom comprises a bath, separate shower and basin. There is a separate WC.
There is also a cellar which is divided into two separate rooms with light and power connected.
Outside The property occupies an elevated position and has steps off Rosehill Crescent to the front garden which is laid mainly to lawn with an extensive range of mature trees, flower beds and shrubs.
To the rear there is a generous garden which is laid mainly to lawn, again with an extensive range of mature trees, flower beds and shrubs.
There is a brick log store and brick potting shed/greenhouse. There is a parking space which is accessed via secure gates off Rosehill Crescent.
Location The property is situated to the eastern side of the town centre within the desirable Copleston High School area.
Holywells Park is an easy walk as is the town centre and vibrant Waterfront beyond. Ipswich also has a Mainline Railway Station providing good access to London Liverpool Street.
Directions Using a Sat Nav with the postcode IP3 8EJ and heading up Bishops Hill, out of the town centre, the property can be found on the left hand side just after the turning for Rosehill Crescent.
Important Information Council Tax Band - F Services – Mains water, drainage, gas and electric are connected. Tenure - Freehold EPC – E
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