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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CO7 8EY
For saleListed 169 days
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About
Discover this stunning detached family home nestled in the charming village of Thorrington, offering a generous 2,500 sqft of modern living space.
Set on a remarkable plot approaching one-acre, this impressive property features five spacious double bedrooms, including three beautifully appointed en suite bathrooms, two walk in wardrobes providing comfort and privacy for all.
The expansive 25ft sitting room is perfect for both relaxed family living and entertaining guests, while the well-proportioned conservatory and dining room offer versatile space to suit your needs.
With double and single garages, there’s ample parking and storage for vehicles and equipment.
Finished to a high standard throughout, this property blends contemporary style with the tranquillity of village life, making it an ideal family home.
Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional residence in a sought-after location, offering generous space, modern luxury, and the serenity of country living all in one.
Entrance Hall Cupboard housing gas meter, windows to front and side, door to garage.
Hallway Stairs to first floor and doors to: Dining Room 12' 2" x 11' 6" (3.71m x 3.51m) Window to front, radiator, feature gas fire, hatch to kitchen.
Sitting Room 25' 3" x 13' 5" (7.70m x 4.09m) Window to front, window to side, patio doors to conservatory, radiator, feature gas fire.
Conservatory 13' 5" x 11' 10" (4.09m x 3.61m) Brick plinth and Upvc construction, door to garden.
Kitchen 19' 7" x 11' 6" (5.97m x 3.51m) Box bay window to rear with windows to rear and both sides, tiled floor, radiator, a contemporary range of fitted units and drawers with worktops over, inset sink and drainer, fitted oven, fitted hob, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge, further storage cupboards.
Door to utility room.
Utility Room 10' 6" x 9' 3" (3.20m x 2.82m) Half glazed door to rear garden, window to rear, tiled floor, storage cupboards, fitted units with drawers with worktops over, inset sink and drainer, space and plumbing for washing machine.
Ground Floor WC Obscure window to rear, tiled floor, tiled walls, close coupled WC, wall hung wash hand basin, radiator.
Landing Airing cupboard housing gas boiler and solar boost, loft access, window to front, storage cupboard and doors to.
Bedroom 1 13' 3" x 12' 10" (4.04m x 3.91m) Juliette balcony to rear, radiator and door to. Walk In Wardrobe Hanging rails, storage and door to.
En-Suite 1 Obscure window to side, panel bath, shower enclosure, wall hung vanity wash hand basin, vanity WC, tiled walls, heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 16' 8" x 10' 11" (5.08m x 3.33m) Window to front, radiator and door to. Walk In Wardrobe With hanging rails, storage and door to.
En-Suite 2 Obscure window to front, panel bath with shower and screen over, close coupled WC, vanity wash hand basin, tiled walls.
Bedroom 3 12' 1" x 10' 7" (3.68m x 3.23m) Window to front, radiator, fitted mirrored wardrobes door, to en - suite.
En-Suite 3 Obscure window to side, shower enclosure, vanity wash hand basin, vanity WC, tiled walls. Bedroom 4 10' 7" x 9' 7" (3.23m x 2.92m) Window to rear, radiator, wardrobe.
Bedroom 5 10' 6" x 9' 3" (3.20m x 2.82m) Window to rear, radiator. Bathroom Window to rear, panel bath, vanity WC, vanity wash hand basin, fitted cupboards, tiled walls.
Gardens Commencing from the rear of the house with a lawned area, Koi pond, brick built BBQ with seating area, patio area, gated side access, a good variety of trees, shrubs and plants.
Further large lawned area with green house, allotment area, planted trees, wooded area backing on to on fields, access to double garage with ample parking and driveway back up to main house.
Integral Garage 22' 5" x 10' 6" (6.83m x 3.20m) Electric up and over door to front, window to side, personnel door to entrance hall, power and light connected.
Double Garage 19' 0" x 17' 9" (5.79m x 5.41m) Twin up and over doors to front, power and light connected, water connected, two windows to rear, personnel door to side.
Solar Panels And EV Charger The property comes with installed and owned solar panels with the remainder of the tariff to be transferred over to the new owners giving approximately £1000 income per year and they are connected to the EV charger.
Value & comps
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