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An exceptional detached family home in a prime position within St Michaels Mead.
Description Occupying a discreet position at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, The Shearers is a beautifully appointed detached residence set within the highly desirable St Michaels Mead development.
This attractive family home offers a rare blend of privacy, convenience and generous living space, making it an ideal choice for modern family life.
Internally, the accommodation is arranged over three floors and has been thoughtfully designed to offer both versatility and comfort.
The ground floor opens with a welcoming entrance hall, incorporating a cloakroom and a dedicated study ideal for home working.
An inner hallway with understairs storage leads to the elegant sitting room, which features a charming fireplace and French doors that open on to the rear garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
The heart of the home is the impressive triple-aspect kitchen/dining room, which is bathed in natural light and beautifully equipped with a comprehensive range of fitted units, integrated appliances, a central island and a bay window.
French doors provide further access to the garden, while a separate utility room offers additional practicality and external access.
The first floor hosts four generously proportioned double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom two benefits from its own en suite shower room, while the principal suite is a true retreat, complete with a private dressing room and a luxurious en suite bathroom.
A well-appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms on this level.
The second floor offers two further double bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes and sharing a stylish bathroom ideal for guests, older children or multi-generational living.
Externally, the property continues to impress.
The south-facing rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to provide a superb space for entertaining and relaxation, featuring a large paved terrace, manicured lawn, mature borders and access to a double garage.
The front garden is laid to lawn and the driveway provides ample off-street parking for four to five vehicles.
Location Nestled within the sought-after development of St Michael’s Mead, 28 The Shearers enjoys a great position in one of Bishop’s Stortford’s most desirable residential enclaves.
This family-friendly neighbourhood is celebrated for its beautifully maintained landscaping, strong community spirit and proximity to excellent amenities.
Perfectly situated just 1.5 miles from Bishop’s Stortford station, the property offers direct rail services to London Liverpool Street in under 45 minutes, along with convenient links to Cambridge and Stansted Airport.
The M11 motorway (Junction 8) is approximately a 10-minute drive, providing swift access to London and the wider motorway network.
Families are exceptionally well catered for, with a selection of highly regarded schools nearby.
These include Manor Fields, Hockerill Anglo-European College, St Mary’s Catholic School, The Bishop's Stortford High School, and Hertfordshire & Essex High School, all within easy reach.
For those considering independent education, the town is home to the prestigious Bishop’s Stortford College (ages 4 to 18).
St Michael’s Mead offers a wealth of lifestyle benefits, including its own community centre, playgrounds and scenic walking routes around lakes and green spaces.
Just a drive away, Bishop’s Stortford town centre presents a vibrant mix of shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities, including gyms and boutique stores.
Living at 28 The Shearers means embracing the best of both worlds, peaceful surroundings with nature at your doorstep, and the convenience of town amenities and excellent transport links.
Whether it’s weekend walks around Southern Country Park, coffee catch-ups in town, or seamless school runs, this location supports a relaxed and well-connected family lifestyle.
Square Footage: 2,850 sq ft Directions Postcode: CM23 4AZ What3Words: ///wants.solved.lifted Additional Info Offered chain free. All mains services are connected.
There are various broadband options, including fibre in the area. There is also an electric car charging point.
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