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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SN8 2LQ
Sold STCReduced £25k (−4.5%) on 26 OctListed 118 days
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About
A beautifully extended four-bedroom detached family home, offering over 2,000 sq ft of generous living space, complete with a double garage and set in a sought-after cul-de-sac location.
DESCRIPTION Thoughtfully reconfigured by the current owners, the ground floor provides an excellent balance of formal and informal living spaces.
A separate dining room is perfect for family meals and entertaining, while the impressive family room offers a bright and flexible space.
The generous dual-aspect sitting room is bathed in natural light and features a contemporary gas fireplace, creating an inviting focal point for relaxation.
The well-appointed kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of storage units and generous worktop space, with ample room for a family dining table.
A cloakroom and useful storage cupboard complete the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs, the spacious main bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a stylish en-suite bathroom.
There are two further well-proportioned double bedrooms, a comfortable single bedroom and a modern family bathroom, providing excellent accommodation for families of all ages.
OUTSIDE The front of the property features a lawned garden and a driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, alongside a double garage with an automated door, power, and lighting.
To the rear, the secure garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and planting, complemented by a patio area ideal for al-fresco dining.
SERVICES AND MATERIAL INFORMATION All mains services are connected and the property operates on gas central heating.
Council tax band: E Energy efficiency rating: C Baydon is a delightful and sought-after village found on the old Roman Road in Ermin Street.
Younger children are well served by Baydon's village school within a short walking distance. It is also catchment for the prestigious Ofsted 'Outstanding' St John's Academy.
St Nicholas Church is located in the centre of the village, with a village shop and post office nearby.
Baydon provides easy access to the M4, approximately 6 miles to junction 14 and 7 miles to junction 15. Railway access is 9 miles away in Hungerford.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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