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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CM3 5ZX
Sold STCListed 133 days
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About
Situated in a sought-after location within South Woodham Ferrers, this substantially extended four-bedroom detached family home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, ideal for modern family living.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a generous reception hall which provides access to the ground-floor living accommodation.
The spacious lounge is centred around a contemporary feature fireplace and enjoys an abundance of natural light, with double doors opening into the conservatory, creating an excellent space for relaxation and entertaining throughout the year.
The stylish L-shaped kitchen/dining room forms the heart of the home and is fitted with a range of modern units, complemented by tiled flooring with underfloor heating and inset ceiling spotlights.
The adjoining utility room provides additional storage and practicality, while the ground-floor cloakroom is fitted with a low-level dual-flush WC and glass wash basin.
The first floor is a particular feature of the property, offering exceptionally spacious and well-planned bedroom accommodation.
The impressive principal suite, created as part of the extension, benefits from two Velux roof windows fitted with remote-controlled blinds, a substantial double walk-in wardrobe and a modern en-suite shower room.
An additional built-in wardrobe provides further storage. On the opposite side of the property, there are three further bedrooms.
The largest of these is a generous double room with its own en-suite shower room and built-in wardrobe, making it ideal as a guest suite or for older children.
The remaining two bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. Externally, the property enjoys a beautifully maintained rear garden designed for both enjoyment and entertaining.
A unique feature is the concealed sunken hot tub, discreetly positioned beneath the decking and accessed via a closable hatch, creating a private and luxurious outdoor retreat.
Combining generous living space, excellent bedroom accommodation and a range of quality features, this attractive family home is conveniently located for local amenities, schools and transport links within South Woodham Ferrers.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
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