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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CB11 4LX
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About
A characterful former police house, set in a 0.26 of an acre plot with elevated views over the adjoining countryside.
The property provides bright, well-proportioned accommodation, together with a charming rear garden and home office/studio.
Ground Floor - Entrance Hall - Doors to adjoining rooms, staircase rising to the first floor and opening to: Family Room - Windows to the front and side aspects.
Sitting Room - Feature fireplace, bespoke fitted cabinetry and French doors opening to the rear garden. Study - Window to the front aspect, fitted shelving and feature cast iron fireplace.
Kitchen/Diner - The kitchen is fitted with a range of base units with oak worktops, space for range style cooker, ceramic sink unit, integrated dishwasher and space for American style fridge freezer.
Built-in pantry cupboard with fitted shelving and window to the side aspect and a bespoke fitted wine cupboard in the dining area.
Window to the rear aspect, Velux window providing a good degree of natural light and French doors to the side aspect opening to the garden. Doors to adjoining rooms.
Utility Room - Fitted with base and eye level units, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Stable door to the side aspect and window to the front aspect. Door to plant cupboard.
Shower Room - Comprising low level WC, ceramic wash basin with vanity unit beneath and shower enclosure.
First Floor - Landing - Window to the rear aspect, access to the loft space and doors to adjoining rooms.
Bedroom 1 - Window to the front aspect, fitted wardrobes and door to: En Suite - Comprising pedestal wash basin, shower enclosure with dual shower heads, free-standing bath, low level WC and heated towel rail.
Window to the rear aspect. Bedroom 2 - Windows to the front and side aspects. Bedroom 3 - Windows to the side and rear aspects. Bedroom 4 - Window to the front aspect.
Bathroom - Comprising pedestal wash basin, low level WC, panelled bath with dual head shower over, heated towel rail and window to the rear aspect.
Outside - A five-bar gate provides access to a block paved driveway providing off-street parking for several vehicles.
The front garden is predominantly laid to lawn with beds bordering and there is gated side access to the rear garden.
Adjoining the rear of the property is a sunken paved terrace for al fresco entertaining, with a retaining wall with raised beds bordering.
The rest of the garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a vegetable garden with raised beds and a greenhouse. Home Office Studio - Accessed via a pair of glazed doors, power and lighting connected.
Door leading to a storage area, also with power and lighting connected. Viewings - By appointment through the Agents.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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