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About
Marlborough Road is one of the most sought-after roads on the east side of Ipswich, lying within the desirable Copleston School area.
This semi-detached Edwardian property has a stunning 29ft open-plan kitchen/dining room and a south-facing rear garden.
This beautifully presented residence has two good size reception rooms, a large period style first floor bathroom, double glazed sash windows and gas central heating.
The reception hall has stairs to the first floor. The sitting room has a bay window to the front, stripped wood floor and an open fireplace with feature surround.
To the rear of the hall is a family room with stripped wood floor, French doors onto the rear garden and feature fire surround.
The stunning open-plan kitchen/dining space, measuring in excess of 29ft in length and is undoubtedly the hub of this fantastic home.
Along with windows to the side and rear the dining area has a stripped wood floor. The kitchen area is equipped with an extensive range of base units, wall cupboards, work tops and drawers.
Additionally there is a range style cooker with extractor hood over, deep glazed Butler sink and tall storage cupboards. Also to the ground floor is a cloakroom comprising a WC and basin.
The landing provides access to all the bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is located to the front and has a wooden floor.
Bedroom two is an impressive double room with a window overlooking the garden, as does bedroom three. To the front there is a small fourth bedroom which could be utilised as either a nursery or study.
There is a luxury family bathroom which has a free-standing rolltop bath with shower over, WC and basin.
Outside To the front of the property there is a garden enclosed by a traditional red brick wall and hedging.
The south-facing rear garden has a large paved patio area leading to a shaped lawn with mature trees, flower beds and shrubs, enclosed by fencing.
To the end of the garden there is a gate which provides access to a further garden area again predominantly laid to lawn with a border shrubs and trees.
Directions Please use a Sat Nav with the postcode IP4 5AT and upon turning into Marlborough Road from Cauldwell Hall Road the property can be found on the left hand side identified by a Fenn Wright board.
Important Information Council Tax Band - D Services – Mains water, drainage, gas and electric are connected. Tenure - Freehold EPC – D
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