£1,100,000

5 bedroom House for sale

Essex Road, Stevenage

  • House
  • 5 bed
  • 2 reception

Key Features

  • Impressive Edwardian Semi-Detached Family Residence
  • 5 Generously Sized Bedrooms
  • 2 Reception Rooms
  • Extended Open-Plan Kitchen/ Breakfast/ Family Room
  • Bathroom, En-suite & 2 Separate WCs
  • Private Rear Garden Extending to Over 130ft
  • A Wealth of Original Period Features
  • Stunning Feature Fireplaces
  • Separate Utility Room
  • Convenient Access to Local Amenities & Transport Links

Description

Entrance Vestibule

The welcoming entrance is approached via the front garden and attractive tessellated tiled pathway, leading through a beautiful stained-glass door into the vestibule. Engineered wood flooring and access to the lounge, dining/ games room/ snug, kitchen/breakfast/ family room, bespoke wine cellar tailored for entertaining purposes, a separate utility room and downstairs WC provide a practical and inviting introduction to the home.
The entrance hall retains its original staircase, high ceiling and traditional detailing, including decorative ceiling roses and a radiator.

Lounge (5.51m x 4.57m)

A generous and elegant reception room centred around a beautiful French marble fireplace. Engineered wood flooring and traditional ceiling detailing complement the spacious bay window with fitted shutters, creating an inviting setting for relaxation and entertaining. Radiator.

Dining/ Games Room/ Snug (4.85m x 4.09m)

Originally used as a dining room, this versatile reception space is currently suited to use as a games room or cinema room. A striking marble fireplace provides an attractive focal point, complemented by high ceilings, engineered wood flooring and two large side-aspect windows that enhance the sense of space and natural light.

Kitchen/ Breakfast/ Family Room (9.75m x 5.51m)

This impressive extended space combines a bespoke kitchen, breakfast area and family room, with convenient access to the utility room and downstairs WC. Herringbone-pattern ceramic floor tiles complement the beautifully designed kitchen, featuring solid wood Shaker-style cabinetry, matching wall and base units, display cabinets and complementary worktops.
High-end appliances include a Siemens oven, steam oven, coffee machine and warming drawer. A Shaws Belfast sink is paired with Perrin & Rowe taps, while there is space for a large Aga-style cooker with a pot filler above. The breakfast island incorporates a Siemens induction hob and Teppan Yaki hob, an additional sink with Perrin & Rowe tap, a built-in socket with USB connectivity, seating for three to four people and dedicated tray storage.
The adjoining family area accommodates substantial furniture and benefits from bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden terrace, making it ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Three Velux roof windows and three double-glazed side windows, two with bespoke window seats, allow natural light to flood the space and provide pleasant views of the garden.

Utility Room (3.53m x 1.75m)

The utility room features a side-aspect window, bespoke matching wall and base units, complementary worktops, a tiled splashback and an inset sink. There is space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher, together with an extractor and radiator.

Downstairs WC

The downstairs WC features a high-level Victorian-style toilet, wash hand basin, partially tiled walls, extractor fan and heated towel rail.

Landing

The landing provides access to all five bedrooms, the family bathroom, separate WC and loft access. Additional features include built-in storage, a Velux window, smoke detector and radiator.

Bedroom One (5.56m x 4.57m)

A particularly spacious principal bedroom featuring a beautiful marble fireplace, fitted wardrobes to either side and engineered wood flooring. A large front facing bay window with fitted shutters allows plenty of natural light into the room, while Georgian-style wall panelling adds further period character.

Bedroom Two (4.90m x 4.22m)

This spacious double bedroom features a large rear facing double glazed window, a beautiful marble fireplace and built-in wardrobes. The room also benefits from access to the en-suite shower room.

Ensuite

The en-suite comprises a corner shower, low level WC, wash hand basin with vanity unit and heated towel rail.

Bedroom Three (4.01m x 3.25m)

A well-proportioned double bedroom with a rear facing double-glazed window fitted with shutters. The room also features a fireplace and radiator.

Bedroom Four (3.00m x 3.00m)

A comfortable bedroom featuring a side facing double glazed window and a fireplace that adds to the property's period character. A radiator completes the room.

Bedroom Five (3.30m x 2.01m)

Currently used as an office, this versatile room would also accommodate a single bed. It features a front facing double glazed window with shutters, loft access and a radiator.

Bathroom

The family bathroom features a high-level Victorian-style toilet, wash hand basin with pedestal and roll top bath. Tiled flooring, a side facing double glazed window with fitted shutters and a radiator complete the room.

Separate WC

The separate WC comprises a low-level toilet, wash hand basin, decorative wall panelling and an obscure glazed side window.

Garden

The mature rear garden is a standout feature of the property, extending to over 130 feet and offering an appealing combination of expansive lawn, established trees, mature hedging and established planting. The enclosed setting provides a welcome sense of privacy and tranquillity, creating an attractive outdoor retreat for relaxation and family life.
Immediately adjoining the house, a generous paved terrace provides an ideal space for Alfresco dining, summer entertaining and outdoor relaxation. With ample room for garden furniture, sun loungers and a large dining table, the terrace flows naturally onto the expansive lawn beyond.

Additional Features

Further features include elegant bay windows with fitted shutters, decorative ceiling roses, high ceilings, engineered wood herringbone flooring on the ground floor and wood-effect herringbone tiles in the kitchen and family room. The property's original period detailing sits beautifully alongside the contemporary kitchen design and modern appliances, creating a home that balances traditional elegance with modern convenience.


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