A MOST DESIRABLE AND INDIVIDUAL DETACHED FAMILY HOUSE, SET IN THIS MOST SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION CLOSE TO THE CENTRE OF BURY. THE PROPERTY IS TASTEFULLY PRESENTED AND OFFERS ACCOMMODATION DESIGNED FOR MODERN-DAY LIVING. THE AGENTS UNRESERVEDLY RECOMMEND AN EARLY APPOINTMENT TO VIEW.

HALL, CLOAKROOM, LIVE-IN KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM, UTILITY ROOM, SITTING ROOM WITH LOG BURNER, STUDY/PLAYROOM. LANDING, MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER, THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS, BATHROOM. AMPLE PARKING, DOUBLE GARAGE, ENCOMPASSING PRIVATE, SUNNY GARDENS WITH A WOODLAND FEEL.

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18 Downing Close is a fine individual detached house located on the outskirts of Bury. It is within walking distance of town whilst cycling is made safer with use of the numerous cycle paths. Of modern construction with particularly well-designed accommodation that is not only bright and spacious, it is also biased to enjoy garden views. Being somewhat deceptive from outward appearances the property has a principal gable roof with single storey elevations to the east. Of particular note is the ‘live-in’ kitchen/family room with two pairs of French windows opening to the rear garden. Central heating is provided by mains gas fired boiler serving radiators and the low maintenance window frames are made of U.p.v.c having double-glazed sealed units.

The accommodation in detail comprises:

Hardwood entrance door with fanlight section and window to one side, having a segmental pediment above the door case.

Reception Hall. 5.0m x 3.5m (16’8” x 11’6”) Maximum overall dimensions. Subtracting from these dimensions is the single flight of stairs and cloakroom. Karndene floor covering, useful under stairs cupboard, radiator, doorways to the principal reception rooms and;

Cloakroom. White suite of W.C., pedestal hand basin, radiator, extractor fan.

‘Live-in’ Kitchen/Dining/Family room. 8.0m x 4.7m (26’4” x 15’6”) Overall. Via double doors. The kitchen area has a comprehensive range of ‘Cherry’ base units with cupboards and drawers, wooden edged work surface, inset 1 ½ bowl sink with centre mixer tap and drainer. Matching range of wall units comprising cupboards and corner shelved units. Space for range style cooker with stainless steel hood above, space and plumbing for dishwasher and space for upright ‘American’ style fridge/freezer. Down lighting.

Dining area/family room. Two pairs of French windows- one having matching sidelights, opening to the rear patio with garden beyond. Radiator.

Utility room. 2.7m x 2.0m (9’ x 6’7”) Matching range of units, space and plumbing for washing machine and drier. Stainless steel sink and drainer, tiled returns, broom cupboard, radiator. Door and window to the side.

Sitting room. 5.4m x 3.5m (17’8” x 11’8”) Via double doors. The focal point is the brick fireplace in which stands the log burner upon a brick hearth. Windows to the front and side with French windows to the rear patio. Radiator.

Study/playroom. 5.1m x 2.9m (17’ x 9’7”) Radiator, loft access. Window to side.

Landing. Airing cupboard, full-height cupboard, loft access, radiator.

Master bedroom. 4.1m x 3.6m (13’5” x 11’10”) Two built-in double wardrobes, radiator.

En-suite shower. 3.3m x 1.2 (10’11” x 3’11”) Re-fitted with a stylish white suite of W.C., pedestal hand basin, double size tiled shower enclosure (direct-feed), radiator, shaver socket, tiled floor, down lighting, extractor fan, window to the rear.

Bedroom 2. 3.5m x 3.1m (11’8” x 10’2”). Excluding deep recess and head of stairs which provides hanging rail and useful shelves.

Bedroom 3. 3.6m x 3.0 (11’9” x 9’11”) Built-in single wardrobe, radiator.

Bedroom 4. 3.5m x 1.9m (11’9” x 6’3”) Radiator.

Bathroom. 2.5m x 1.9m (8’2” x 6’5”) Corner Jacuzzi bath, W.C., pedestal hand basin, wall tiling, extractor fan, radiator, down lighting and velux window.

Outside. The property occupies a most desirable location in this cul-de-sac of similar properties. The gardens are on three sides and have a wooded feel although benefiting from a great deal of sunshine. To the front is the gravelled drive providing ample parking in front of the Double Garage. There is a lawned garden to the side of the garage and pathway to the rear. To the left of the house the front garden is established and partitioned from the rear by a woven willow fence. The enclosed rear garden is again laid to lawn,
with space for play or recreation being surprisingly private.

At a glance…. Specification/technical.

Address 18 Downing Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Postcode IP32 7HU
Tenure Freehold
Number of bedrooms 4
Room to extend Possibly, i.e. conservatory s.t.s.c.
Square footage 162 m² or 1743 ft²
Distance from Bury Centre 1 mile
Upgrade potential No
Vendor’s position in moving Looking to stay locally
Vendor’s reason for moving Smaller property
Drainage Mains
Viewing arrangements Via agents on 01284 769694
or 07796 271716
Further questions Clive Robinson as above
Heating type Gas boiler serving radiators
Windows U.p.v.c double glazed casement windows
Special comments Individual detached house in prime area of Bury. Walk to town, adjacent Facilities at Moreton Hall Health Club
Council/and tax band St Edmundsbury Band F
Date on market June 2010