Burystead Rise, Raunds

‘Aspirational Homes’ from Magenta Estate Agents present a spacious family home occupying a large corner plot within easy walking distance of the local primary and secondary schools and the many other amenities the sought-after market town of Raunds has to offer. Conversion of the former garage has created an additional multi-purpose ground-floor room ideal for use as a family room, spacious study or perhaps a media room or perfectly organised playroom! The living space also includes a lounge, large open-plan kitchen/dining room, conservatory, utility room, cloakroom, master double bedroom with en suite, three further double bedrooms and family bathroom. Outside, are driveway parking for three cars, carport and a west-facing rear garden which enjoys the afternoon and evening sun. Offered with no onward chain.

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE HALL Enter the property to the front aspect via a uPVC double-glazed door into the spacious hall which features dado rail, telephone point, staircase with painted balustrade rising to the first-floor landing, useful under stair storage cupboard, all communicating doors to:

LOUNGE Enjoying ample natural light from the bay window, this generously proportioned reception room affords an accent painted wall with decorative fireplace (NB the fireplace isn’t currently in use but there is a gas point), dado rail, ceiling coving, TV aerial point and telephone point.

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM Of an excellent size, this is a family-friendly, open-plan room which allows you to effortlessly combine cooking, dining and socialising. The KITCHEN AREA is fitted with a traditional range of wall and base units with wood-effect laminate work surfaces over, further comprising a ceramic sink and drainer unit, tiled splashbacks, built-in ‘Belling’ electric oven, built-in ‘Whirlpool’ gas hob with concealed multi-speed extractor fan over, integrated fridge, space and plumbing for dishwasher, television point, window overlooking the rear garden, door leading to the utility room. Wood-effect laminate flooring continues through to the DINING AREA which is large enough to accommodate a six-seater dining table and in turn open plan to:

CONSERVATORY A welcome addition to the home, bathed in natural light. Of woodgrain-effect uPVC double-glazed construction on a brick-built base, further comprising French doors which open out to the rear garden, wood-effect laminate flooring, TV aerial point, ceiling fan light and wall light points.

UTILITY ROOM Comprising a range of kitchen units, fitted worktop, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, tiled splashbacks, glazed stable-style door leading to the rear garden, door leading to:

CLOAKROOM Fitted with a white suite comprising a WC and pedestal basin with tiled splashback.

FAMILY ROOM/STUDY The garage conversion has created additional, flexible living space which blends seamlessly with the existing house. Lending itself to a comfortable family room, spacious study, or perhaps a ground-floor bedroom for an elderly relative, the room comprises recessed ceiling downlights, telephone point and a front-aspect window.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING With access via a pull-down ladder to the majority boarded loft space with light connected, walk-in linen cupboard housing the ‘Ideal’ gas-fired boiler (installed in 2015), dado rail, all communicating doors to:

MASTER BEDROOM The spacious master bedroom benefits from built-in double wardrobes providing ample hanging and storage space, ceiling coving, TV aerial point, and a bay window affording a slightly elevated view across the road towards a small green. A door leads to:

EN SUITE Of a good size and fitted with a pedestal basin and WC, shower enclosure with folding door, wall tiling to water-sensitive areas, polished tile floor, deep tiled shelf ideal for towels or toiletries.

BEDROOM TWO Decorated in neutral tones, this is another spacious double bedroom affording ceiling coving, dado rail and TV aerial point.

BEDROOM THREE A double bedroom painted in soft pastel shades and incorporating dado rail, ceiling coving and a TV aerial point.

BEDROOM FOUR The final first-floor bedroom is also a double, with ceiling coving and a rear window which overlooks the garden.

BATHROOM The family bathroom is fitted with a suite comprising a pedestal basin, WC, bath with tiled side panel, wall tiling to water-sensitive areas, shaver light, polished tile floor.

Agent’s note: We understand from the current vendors that there is a wiring circuit ready for the installation of an electric shower should the new owners wish to add one.

OUTSIDE

The enviable corner plot affords the property a generous block-paved driveway providing off-street parking for three cars and in turn leading to the carport which has double-gated access to the front and rear and a weatherproof outdoor double socket. The remainder of the front garden is laid to lawn with inset shrub, while steps lead up to the main entrance door with adjacent wall light.

Perfectly located for the afternoon and evening sun, the west-facing rear garden is fully enclosed and as such safe for children and pets to play to their heart’s content. Step out from the conservatory onto a paved patio with pull-out awning over, ideal for shelter from the elements be that sunshine or rain. From the patio, steps lead up to a level lawn with well-stocked borders planted with a pleasing variety of flowering shrubs and plants. In the far corner of the garden is space for a trampoline or hot tub including the necessary water supply, plumbing and electrics. To the side of the property, is an excellent-sized paved area which currently houses a wooden shed. Further benefits include an outside water tap, motion sensor lighting, and pedestrian access to the front garden.

EPC rating: D