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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · CO7 7NY
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About
Offering excellent scope for modernisation, this spacious three-bedroom semi-detached home occupies an established position in the popular village of Ardleigh.
The property features generous open-plan living and dining accommodation, a good-sized kitchen, established rear garden, extensive off-road parking and an unusually substantial detached garage, all within convenient reach of Manningtree and Colchester.
Situated within the popular village of Ardleigh, Sundal Place is a spacious three-bedroom semi-detached home offering an excellent opportunity for a purchaser looking to modernise and create a home.
The property requires updating throughout, but its generous accommodation, established plot and extensive outside space provide plenty to work with.
Of particular note are the substantial living and dining areas, three first-floor bedrooms, extensive driveway parking and a detached garage measuring approximately 25'9" in length.
The accommodation is approached through an entrance area opening into the principal reception space.
The ground floor provides two interconnected living areas, together creating an impressive amount of reception space and offering considerable flexibility for separate sitting and dining areas.
A fireplace forms a focal point within the main living room, while the adjoining area provides ample room for a substantial dining table.
Beyond is a good-sized kitchen measuring approximately 11'9" x 10'8".
Currently fitted with a range of traditional units, there is useful worktop and storage space together with room for a breakfast table.
The room offers clear potential for a purchaser to redesign the kitchen to suit contemporary requirements.
A hallway leads to the ground-floor bathroom, currently fitted with a panelled bath and wash basin, while stairs rise to the first-floor accommodation. Upstairs are three bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is a generous double measuring approximately 12'6" x 10'9", with the second bedroom also providing comfortable proportions.
The third bedroom measures approximately 8'9" x 6'8" and provides useful additional accommodation as a child's bedroom, nursery or home office.
The property would now benefit from comprehensive cosmetic improvement, and this is very much part of its appeal.
Rather than paying a premium for somebody else's specification, a new owner has the opportunity to update the interiors and make better use of the generous existing accommodation.
Outside is another of the property's principal strengths. A broad block-paved driveway runs alongside the house, providing extensive off-road parking and access to the detached garage.
Measuring approximately 25'9" x 9'6", the garage is considerably longer than a conventional single garage and provides excellent space for parking, storage, hobbies or workshop use.
To the rear is a paved terrace leading into an established garden with areas of lawn and a variety of mature trees, shrubs and hedging.
The garden itself offers good proportions, privacy from established planting and considerable potential for landscaping.
Accommodation Entrance – 5'6" x 5'3" (1.68m x 1.61m) Providing access into the property and through to the principal reception accommodation.
Living Room – 11'9" x 15'6" (3.60m x 4.73m) A generous reception room with fireplace providing a central focal point and a broad opening connecting with the adjoining reception area.
Living/Dining Room – 10'8" x 15'5" (3.26m x 4.71m) A substantial additional reception area providing excellent flexibility for dining and everyday family living.
Kitchen – 11'9" x 10'8" (3.59m x 3.27m) A well-proportioned kitchen currently fitted with a range of traditional units and providing space for a breakfast table.
Hallway – 4'6" x 5'6" (1.38m x 1.68m) Providing access to the bathroom and staircase to the first floor.
Bathroom – 6'9" x 5'5" (2.06m x 1.66m) Ground-floor bathroom fitted with a panelled bath with shower attachment and wash basin.
First Floor Bedroom One – 10'9" x 12'6" (3.28m x 3.82m) A generous double bedroom with good proportions and natural light.
Bedroom Two – 11'10" x 8'3" (3.61m x 2.53m) A further well-proportioned bedroom.
Bedroom Three – 8'9" x 6'8" (2.68m x 2.04m) A useful third bedroom equally suited to use as a nursery, child's room or home office.
Landing – 2'8" x 6'8" (0.82m x 2.06m) Outside The property benefits from a particularly useful amount of outside space.
A paved driveway extends alongside the house, providing off-road parking for several vehicles and leading to the detached garage.
The detached garage measures approximately 25'9" x 9'6" (7.86m x 2.92m).
Location The property is situated on Colchester Road in Ardleigh, an established Essex village conveniently positioned between Manningtree and Colchester.
Ardleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy is approximately 0.2 miles from the postcode, while Manningtree railway station is approximately 3.4 miles away.
Colchester station is approximately 4 miles away. The location provides convenient access towards Manningtree, Dedham and Colchester, together with the wider road network.
Directions From Manningtree, proceed towards Lawford and follow the A137 towards Colchester. Continue towards Ardleigh and follow the signs into the village and onto Colchester Road.
Sundal Place can be found on Colchester Road. Important Information Local Authority: Tendring District Council. Council Tax Band: C Tenure: Freehold EPC: To be confirmed.
Services: Gas, Electric, Water Mains Approximate Floor Area: 1,125 sq ft / 104.4 sq m, including the detached garage.
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