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Listing removedReduced £50k (−5.9%) on 25 JulListed 168 days
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About
Situated in a highly sough after location in South Benfleet, this impressive and unique four/five bedroom detached family home offers exceptional living space, striking character features and beautifully presented accommodation throughout.
Positioned behind electric gates, the property immediately makes a statement with its substantial frontage, extensive driveway providing ample off-street parking for numerous vehicles, and an impressive double garage.
Entering through bespoke arched double doors, you are welcomed into a spacious and bright reception hallway featuring elegant parquet flooring and a stunning oak staircase rising to the first floor, setting the tone for the quality and style found throughout the home.
The ground floor boasts a magnificent open plan lounge/diner, ideal for both family living and entertaining, with double doors fitted with stylish shutters opening onto the beautifully maintained rear garden.
The modern kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with sleek white gloss units, granite worktops and a range of integrated appliances, creating a contemporary yet practical space.
In addition, there is a generously sized study which could easily serve as a fifth bedroom, alongside a modern ground floor cloakroom.
To the first floor, a bright and spacious landing continues the attractive parquet flooring.
There are four well proportioned and tastefully decorated bedrooms, with the superb main bedroom benefitting from a private balcony overlooking the rear garden and enjoying far reaching views towards South Benfleet, as well as a contemporary en suite shower room.
A spacious modern four piece family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
Externally, the property enjoys a secluded and beautifully maintained wrap-around South facing rear garden with extensive patio and seating areas to both the rear and side aspects, perfect for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment.
Conveniently located just under one mile from Benfleet Station, the property also offers easy access to highly regarded local schools, amenities and transport links, making this a fantastic opportunity for families seeking a substantial and distinctive home in a prime residential location.
EPC: E Reception Hall Entrance via bespoke arched double opening doors. Skimmed ceiling. Solid oak staircase to first floor accommodation. Feature open fireplace. Security alarm system. Radiator.
Parquet flooring. Doors to: Ground Floor Cloakroom Skimmed ceiling. Obscure double glazed window to front aspect. Two piece suite comprising close coupled w/c and hand wash basin with storage beneath.
Heated towel rail. Tiled floor Ground Floor Study/Bedroom (11' 9" x 11' 1" (3.58m x 3.38m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed bay window to front aspect with fitted shutters. Radiator.
Parquet flooring Kitchen/Breakfast Room (16' x 10' 5" (4.88m x 3.18m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to rear aspect. Further double glazed window to rear aspect. Door to side aspect.
Range of recently fitted base and eye level units. Solid granite working surfaces. Inset sink drainer. Inset 4 ring induction hob with extractor fan above. Built in electric oven.
Integrated microwave. Integrated dishwasher. Integrated washing machine. Integrated fridge/freezer. Feature glass splashback. Breakfast bar. Concealed wall mounted boiler. Tall designer radiator.
Wall lighting. Down lighting. Tiled floor Lounge/Diner (27' 2" reducing to 10' 4" x 24' 4" (8.28m > 3.15m x 7.42m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed bay window to rear aspect, with fitted shutters.
Double glazed French style doors to rear aspect, with fitted shutters Further double glazed windows to front, rear and side aspects, all with fitted shutters. Double glazed door to side aspect.
Feature open fireplace. Two radiators. Understairs storage cupboard. Parquet floor First Floor Landing Skimmed ceiling. Loft access with drop ladder (mostly boarded).
Double glazed windows to front aspect, with fitted shutters. Radiator. Parquet flooring. Doors to: Bedroom One (13' 6" x 12' 2" (4.11m x 3.71m)) Skimmed ceiling.
Double glazed windows to side and rear aspects, with fitted shutters.
Double glazed door, with fitted shutters, leading to balcony with spectacular views across Benfleet and towards Boyce Hill golf course. Two radiators. Parquet flooring.
Door to: Ensuite (5' 10" x 5' 4" (1.78m x 1.63m)) Skimmed ceiling. Obscure double glazed window to side aspect.
Three piece suite comprising close coupled w/c, hand wash basin with storage beneath and shower cubicle with mixer shower. Heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Extractor fan.
Tiled floor Bedroom Two (14' 1" x 9' 10" (4.29m x 3m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed windows to front and side aspects, with fitted shutters. Radiator. Parquet flooring.
Double doors to storage cupboard Bedroom Three (11' 6" x 10' 6" (3.51m x 3.2m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed windows to rear and side aspects, with fitted shutters. Radiator.
Parquet floor Bedroom Four (9' 10" x 7' 6" (3m x 2.29m)) Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to front aspect, with fitted shutters.
Radiator Bathroom (10' 5" x 10' 1" (3.18m x 3.07m)) Skimmed ceiling. Obscure double glazed windows to front and side aspects.
Five piece suite comprising close coupled w/c, hand wash basin with storage beneath, bidet, free standing bath with shower attachment and shower enclosure with mixer shower. Heated towel rail.
Part tiled walls.
Tiled floor Outside Of Property: As previously mentioned, this property sits impressively on a double width plot with brick built wall to front boundary and double opening gated entrance to expansive block paved driveway providing off street parking for numerous vehicles and access to detached garage.
Lawned area. Mature trees and shrubs. Gated side access to both flanks. The rear garden measures approx. 70' in width and is South backing. Extensive block paved patio with steps down to lawn.
Shrub borders. Outside tap Garage (19' x 12' 3" (5.79m x 3.73m)) Bi-folding doors. Power and lighting. Water connection.
Loft storage area Agents Note The water is on a vented pressurised system that provides strong water pressure throughout the whole house and drinking water from every tap
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About 44, Fernlea Road, South Benfleet
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