2-bedroom house · CO11 2SU
For saleReduced £10k (−4.3%) on 17 OctListed 94 days
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About
Situated within the sought-after Lawford Dale development, this two-bedroom semi-detached home combines comfortable living with a generous rear garden, off-road parking and excellent access to Manningtree town centre and the mainline railway station.
The entrance door opens into the welcoming sitting room, featuring a box bay window, fireplace with inset gas fire, laminate wood flooring and stairs rising to the first floor.
Situated at the rear of the property, the kitchen/dining room enjoys views over the garden and provides direct access outside.
Fitted with a range of matching base and wall-mounted units, the kitchen incorporates a built-in electric oven, gas hob with extractor hood above, together with space and plumbing for a washing machine and slimline dishwasher.
Laminate wood flooring continues throughout, creating a practical and low-maintenance finish. The first-floor landing provides access to the loft space.
The principal bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe and an airing cupboard, whilst the second bedroom offers a versatile space, ideal as a guest room, child's bedroom or home office.
The bathroom is fitted with a bath with shower attachment and glazed shower screen, complemented by a wash hand basin and WC.
Outside, the property enjoys a low-maintenance front garden with driveway parking to the side, providing convenient off-road parking and gated pedestrian access to the rear garden.
The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a patio seating area, decorative shrub borders and a substantial outbuilding, offering excellent storage or potential for a workshop or hobby space.
Location: Lawford is situated on the fringe of the Dedham Vale and just 1 mile south of Manningtree which is set on the River Stour on the edge of Constable Country on the Essex/Suffolk Borders.
The town has a vibrant local community and provides useful local shops and services, there are also banks, a doctor's surgery, pharmacy, galleries, a theatre, restaurants and a delicatessen.
Recognised as England's smallest town it is formed from several exceptional period buildings and provides good local shopping facilities positioned mid way between Ipswich the county town of Suffolk and Colchester which is reputed to be the oldest Roman town in England.
There is ready access to the A12 and the commuter can take advantage of train services to London's Liverpool Street Station from the towns mainline railway station which is an approximate 10 minute walk from the house.
Agents notes: Tenure - Freehold Council Tax - Band B Services - Mains Gas/Electric/Water/Drainage Heating - Gas fired radiators Mobile Availability - O2 - Excellent, Vodafone - Excellent, Three - Excellent, EE - Excellent (Source Ofcom) Broadband Availability - Ultrafast is available
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About 7, Lydgate Close, Lawford
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