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About
Positioned within the exclusive Ricbra development, this impressive detached chalet-style home was built in 2023 and offers beautifully presented, highly versatile accommodation in a peaceful semi-rural setting.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, the property combines contemporary design with generous proportions, featuring a spectacular open-plan kitchen/living/dining space, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a separate lounge, a study and a substantial rear garden backing directly onto open fields.
With far-reaching views, a superb finish throughout and a large private driveway, this is a standout home for buyers seeking space, style and a seamless move.
Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: E Room Measurements Ground floor Dining Room – 6.40m x 4.00m (21'0" x 13'1") Kitchen/Living Room/Diner – 8.18m x 5.17m (26'10" x 17'0") Utility Room – 4.00m x 1.58m (13'1" x 5'1") Study Room – 4.00m x 3.52m (13'1" x 11'7") Bedroom 2 – 3.65m x 3.59m (12'0" x 11'9") Lounge – 4.10m x 3.74m (13'5" x 12'3") First floor Bedroom 1 – 4.37m x 4.22m (14'4" x 13'10") Bedroom 3 – 4.95m x 3.21m (16'3" x 10'6") Bedroom 4 – 3.75m x 2.74m (12'4" x 9'0") Bathroom – 3.59m x 1.63m (11'9" x 5'4") En-suite – 3.95m x 1.63m (12'11" x 5'4") Ground Floor The home opens into an impressive entrance hall with a vaulted glazed frontage, full-height windows, tiled flooring and an oak staircase with glass balustrade, setting the tone for the quality throughout.
Double glazed doors lead into a stunning 26ft+ open-plan kitchen/living/dining room, perfect for modern family life and entertaining.
The kitchen features Shaker-style units, quartz worktops, Butler sink, integrated appliances, wine cooler, twin ovens and a central island with induction hob, pop-up extractor and breakfast bar.
The dining area is flooded with natural light via bi-fold doors opening to the side and rear, enjoying lovely views across the garden and surrounding fields.
The ground floor also offers a separate lounge, spacious study, utility room, cloakroom and a generous bedroom with en suite, ideal for guests, multi-generational living or independent family use First Floor Upstairs, the galleried landing gives access to three further bedrooms and the family bathroom.
The principal suite is a real highlight, offering a spacious bedroom, dedicated dressing room and a luxurious en suite with freestanding bath and walk-in shower.
The remaining bedrooms are all well sized and served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom, creating a layout that is both practical and elegant for family living.
Across the home, the finish is modern and stylish, with underfloor heating to much of the ground floor, inset lighting and thoughtful design details that enhance both comfort and presentation Exterior The rear garden is a major selling point, measuring approximately 90ft in depth by 40ft in width and backing directly onto open fields.
It begins with a substantial paved patio, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining, before stepping down to a generous lawn that enjoys uninterrupted countryside views.
To the front, the property is set back behind lawned sections and a large block paved driveway providing ample off-street parking for several vehicles, giving the home an attractive and impressive approach Location Lower Road enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting with open countryside all around, while still offering excellent day-to-day convenience.
The property is well placed for local amenities, with The Dome bus stops just a short walk away, The Dome Surgery nearby for everyday healthcare needs, and Riverview Garden Centre with The Watering Can café within easy reach for coffee, breakfast or weekend browsing.
There is also a local convenience store close by, making this an ideal setting for buyers who want a more rural feel without feeling isolated School Catchments For families, the property is ideally positioned for local schooling, with Plumberow Primary Academy and Greensward Academy both located within approximately one mile of the property’s postcode
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