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Freehold
£380,000
3 bed detached bungalow for sale
The Strand, Wherstead, Ipswich IP23 beds
2 baths
2 receptions
Key Information
Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
C
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy 0.9 miles
- Halifax Primary School 1 mile
- Ipswich 1.5 miles
- Derby Road (Ipswich) 1.9 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- 3 double bedrooms
- 17' X 11'3 lounge, 14'9 X 14'6 modern fitted kitchen / diner & 10'9 X 9' sun room
- 17' X 11'3 lounge - 14'9 X
- En-suite shower room from main bedroom & 11'5 X 5'7 modern replacement family shower room
- Superb gardens backing onto farmland fields
- Driveway parking for up to 5 vehicles
- Very well presented / excellent decorative order with panelled doors
- Radiator gas central heating via new boiler installed August 2021
- New roof on extension
- Freehold - council tax band C
3 double bedrooms - 17' X 11'3 lounge - 14'9 X 14'6 modern fitted kitchen / diner - 10'9 X 9' sun room - en-suite shower room from main bedroom - 11'5 X 5'7 modern replacement family shower room - superb gardens backing onto farmland fields - lovely views to front overlooking fields towards river - driveway parking for up to 5 vehicles - very well presented / excellent decorative order with panelled doors - radiator gas central heating via new boiler installed August 2021 - new roof on extension - UPVC double glazed windows & doors - garage - lovely non estate position
An immaculately presented and extremely spacious three double bedroom extended detached bungalow offered in excellent decorative order benefitting from original features from the 1920's including picture rails and original door thresholds. The bungalow benefits from delightful views across the fields to the front towards the river Orwell and with a personal gate leading to rear access the garden backs onto footpath and farmland fields behind.
In the last few years the property has undergone a programme of additional improvement including the installation of a new boiler in August 2021 and a new roof to the extension, a new fireplace installed in the lounge and new UPVC soffits and fascias and all curtains and blinds will remain and the spotlights bulbs in the kitchen and family shower room have been replaced by the vendor at a cost of £500.
There are no small rooms within the bungalow, there is an extremely spacious 17' x 11'3 lounge, a double aspect very sunny and light kitchen/diner 14'9 x 14'6, three double size bedrooms, the main bedroom having an en-suite shower room.
In addition to that there is an 11'5 x 5'7 family shower room which was completely redone before the current owners moved in, in a contemporary style.
The property has ample driveway parking at the front potentially for up to five vehicles plus a garage with power and light.
Summary Continued
The rear garden is one of the selling points being completely secluded from the rear and full of established flowers and shrubs which makes it a haven for wildlife, birds, bees, etc.
The personal gate at the rear leads out to a footpath and farmland fields beyond.
The whole property has gas central heating via radiators and full UPVC replacement double glazed windows and doors.
Accessed from both the kitchen/diner and the lounge is an additional sun room.
Situated in a non estate location the property is superb for anyone who enjoys riverside walks or who has dogs. Additionally access to the A14/A12 is less than a 5 minute drive away. You couldn't be more conveniently placed also for anyone who enjoys exploring the Shotley Pinninsular.
It is highly convenient also for Ipswich High School and also Royal Hospital School in Holbrook.
Front Garden
The front garden has wooden gates leading through to a spacious driveway area which is concreted and shingled and provides parking for at least three cars if not four or five. The driveway continues adjacent to the bungalow with a further car park space and leads to the garage.
Entrance Porch
Double glazed porch
Entrance Hallway
Wood flooring, radiator and access to loft which is supplied with a light and extra insulation.
Lounge (5.18m x 3.43m (17" x 11'3"))
A lovely double aspect room with window to side, patio doors leading through to sun room and radiator. The focal point of the room is a new fireplace incorporating an electric fire in wood surround.
Kitchen/Diner (4.50m x 4.42m (14'9" x 14'6"))
An extremely light and spacious kitchen with southerly and westerly facing windows making this an extremely light and sunny room with wood flooring, excellent selection of modern fitted units comprising base drawers, cupboards and eye level units, ample work-surfaces, wall mounted new Vaillant boiler installed in August 2021, warm white recessed ceiling spotlights, built-in double oven, hob and extractor fan, space for washing machine, sink unit and radiator.
Sun Room (3.28m x 2.74m (10'9 x 9'))
Wooden flooring, double glazed windows and French doors opening out into the rear garden, electric heater and sliding patio doors leading through to lounge.
Inner Lobby
Laminate flooring and doors leading to bedroom one and bedroom two.
Bedroom 1 (3.96m x 2.39m (13" x 7'10"))
Window to front which easterly facing making this a lovely sunny room first thing in the mornings, radiator and door leading through to en-suite.
En-Suite Shower Room (1.93m x 1.17m (6'4 x 3'10))
Modern replacement suite comprising double size walk-in shower enclosure, W.C., wash hand-basin, chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and tiled floor.
Bedroom 2 (3.48m x 3.48m (11'5" x 11'5"))
A nice double aspect room with windows to front and side making this full of natural light and radiator.
Bedroom 3 (3.48m x 3.66m (11'5" x 12'))
Radiator, fitted mirror fronted wardrobes and double glazed window to front.
Shower Room (3.48m x 1.70m (11'5 x 5'7))
Modern replacement bathroom suite including large double size shower enclosure, vanity unit wash hand-basin with drawers beneath and additional cupboards and work-surfaces, W.C., chrome heated towel rail, bright white ceiling spotlights, laminate flooring, extractor fan and extensively tiled on two walls.
Rear Garden
One of the main features of the property is this absolutely delightful garden which is full of colour and a massive selection of established shrubs and flowers and roses. The garden backs onto fields meaning it is totally unoverlooked from the rear and commences with a patio area, an area of lawn, additional flower beds and greenhouse. There is also a secondary patio area with a covered seating area and the garden is westerly facing getting the sun for a good part of the day. The seating area is ideal for sitting out enjoying a morning cup of tea, afternoon glass of wine and alfresco dining.
There is also a greenhouse and additional flower area. The entire garden is enclosed by panel fencing and at the rear is a personal pedestrian gate which leads out onto a footpath which goes in one direction as far as the Oyster Reach and in the other to the Suffolk Food Hall. There are lovely views overlooking the fields behind. The garden is a haven for wildlife, birds, butterflies and bees, etc.
On the other side of the bungalow to the garage there is a spacious side access with two metal gates providing access to the front of the property.
There is a side access area leading to the garage and outside tap
Large Wooden Shed (3.2277 x 1.4440 (10'7" x 4'8"))
Two windows to side and door to side, supplied with light and power and has plumbing for washing machine and is big enough to also house a tumble drier and fridge.
Garage
Up and over door, connected with power and light and there is a personal door leading through to the rear garden.
Agents Note
Freehold - Council tax band C
An immaculately presented and extremely spacious three double bedroom extended detached bungalow offered in excellent decorative order benefitting from original features from the 1920's including picture rails and original door thresholds. The bungalow benefits from delightful views across the fields to the front towards the river Orwell and with a personal gate leading to rear access the garden backs onto footpath and farmland fields behind.
In the last few years the property has undergone a programme of additional improvement including the installation of a new boiler in August 2021 and a new roof to the extension, a new fireplace installed in the lounge and new UPVC soffits and fascias and all curtains and blinds will remain and the spotlights bulbs in the kitchen and family shower room have been replaced by the vendor at a cost of £500.
There are no small rooms within the bungalow, there is an extremely spacious 17' x 11'3 lounge, a double aspect very sunny and light kitchen/diner 14'9 x 14'6, three double size bedrooms, the main bedroom having an en-suite shower room.
In addition to that there is an 11'5 x 5'7 family shower room which was completely redone before the current owners moved in, in a contemporary style.
The property has ample driveway parking at the front potentially for up to five vehicles plus a garage with power and light.
Summary Continued
The rear garden is one of the selling points being completely secluded from the rear and full of established flowers and shrubs which makes it a haven for wildlife, birds, bees, etc.
The personal gate at the rear leads out to a footpath and farmland fields beyond.
The whole property has gas central heating via radiators and full UPVC replacement double glazed windows and doors.
Accessed from both the kitchen/diner and the lounge is an additional sun room.
Situated in a non estate location the property is superb for anyone who enjoys riverside walks or who has dogs. Additionally access to the A14/A12 is less than a 5 minute drive away. You couldn't be more conveniently placed also for anyone who enjoys exploring the Shotley Pinninsular.
It is highly convenient also for Ipswich High School and also Royal Hospital School in Holbrook.
Front Garden
The front garden has wooden gates leading through to a spacious driveway area which is concreted and shingled and provides parking for at least three cars if not four or five. The driveway continues adjacent to the bungalow with a further car park space and leads to the garage.
Entrance Porch
Double glazed porch
Entrance Hallway
Wood flooring, radiator and access to loft which is supplied with a light and extra insulation.
Lounge (5.18m x 3.43m (17" x 11'3"))
A lovely double aspect room with window to side, patio doors leading through to sun room and radiator. The focal point of the room is a new fireplace incorporating an electric fire in wood surround.
Kitchen/Diner (4.50m x 4.42m (14'9" x 14'6"))
An extremely light and spacious kitchen with southerly and westerly facing windows making this an extremely light and sunny room with wood flooring, excellent selection of modern fitted units comprising base drawers, cupboards and eye level units, ample work-surfaces, wall mounted new Vaillant boiler installed in August 2021, warm white recessed ceiling spotlights, built-in double oven, hob and extractor fan, space for washing machine, sink unit and radiator.
Sun Room (3.28m x 2.74m (10'9 x 9'))
Wooden flooring, double glazed windows and French doors opening out into the rear garden, electric heater and sliding patio doors leading through to lounge.
Inner Lobby
Laminate flooring and doors leading to bedroom one and bedroom two.
Bedroom 1 (3.96m x 2.39m (13" x 7'10"))
Window to front which easterly facing making this a lovely sunny room first thing in the mornings, radiator and door leading through to en-suite.
En-Suite Shower Room (1.93m x 1.17m (6'4 x 3'10))
Modern replacement suite comprising double size walk-in shower enclosure, W.C., wash hand-basin, chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and tiled floor.
Bedroom 2 (3.48m x 3.48m (11'5" x 11'5"))
A nice double aspect room with windows to front and side making this full of natural light and radiator.
Bedroom 3 (3.48m x 3.66m (11'5" x 12'))
Radiator, fitted mirror fronted wardrobes and double glazed window to front.
Shower Room (3.48m x 1.70m (11'5 x 5'7))
Modern replacement bathroom suite including large double size shower enclosure, vanity unit wash hand-basin with drawers beneath and additional cupboards and work-surfaces, W.C., chrome heated towel rail, bright white ceiling spotlights, laminate flooring, extractor fan and extensively tiled on two walls.
Rear Garden
One of the main features of the property is this absolutely delightful garden which is full of colour and a massive selection of established shrubs and flowers and roses. The garden backs onto fields meaning it is totally unoverlooked from the rear and commences with a patio area, an area of lawn, additional flower beds and greenhouse. There is also a secondary patio area with a covered seating area and the garden is westerly facing getting the sun for a good part of the day. The seating area is ideal for sitting out enjoying a morning cup of tea, afternoon glass of wine and alfresco dining.
There is also a greenhouse and additional flower area. The entire garden is enclosed by panel fencing and at the rear is a personal pedestrian gate which leads out onto a footpath which goes in one direction as far as the Oyster Reach and in the other to the Suffolk Food Hall. There are lovely views overlooking the fields behind. The garden is a haven for wildlife, birds, butterflies and bees, etc.
On the other side of the bungalow to the garage there is a spacious side access with two metal gates providing access to the front of the property.
There is a side access area leading to the garage and outside tap
Large Wooden Shed (3.2277 x 1.4440 (10'7" x 4'8"))
Two windows to side and door to side, supplied with light and power and has plumbing for washing machine and is big enough to also house a tumble drier and fridge.
Garage
Up and over door, connected with power and light and there is a personal door leading through to the rear garden.
Agents Note
Freehold - Council tax band C
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