A substantial, beautifully presented detached family house in the St John's area, ideally placed for the grammar schools , travel links and amenities of the town.
Constructed in the 1930s, 212 St. John's Road has been carefully maintained, extended and updated by our clients to create a substantial and attractive house and a stylish and comfortable family home within. The house enjoys well-proportioned rooms and a very high standard of presentation throughout with contemporary fittings and finishes.
Our clients have created a layout that is well-suited to modern family living and entertaining; hidden behind the original front door and pretty stained glass window awaits the very impressive, light-filled rear extension that incorporates a kitchen/breakfast area, dining area, snug and sitting room.
The bespoke handmade and cleverly designed kitchen by Woodwork kitchens of Southborough. The cabinetry comprises wall units with hidden appliance sockets, pan drawers with hidden cutlery drawers, a large house-keepers cupboard, a breakfast bar with integrated bin storage and there is plenty of preparation space on the Quartz worktop, together with integrated appliances including separate full-sized fridge and freezer, dishwasher, double wine-fridge and a large range oven. A Quooker boiling/cold filtered water tap over the double inset ceramic sink is not only convenient but gives the kitchen a contemporary touch.
The dining area is sat next to the bi-fold doors providing the view over and opening onto the garden beyond. There is a cosy snug area with fitted alcove units either side of fireplace with woodburning stove. The dual aspect sitting room that overlooks the garden is a super space to gather around a large feature fireplace and TV area. A further sitting room sits to the front of the house with a large bay window and feature fireplace.
There is a utility room with Butler sink and the bespoke Woodwork cabinetry is echoed from the kitchen, including cupboards to house the boiler, hot water cylinder and underfloor heating manifold as well as general storage, there is direct access to the side of the house and a WC completes the ground floor.
The first floor comprises three light, spacious double bedrooms, one of which is ensuite, with an additional well-appointed family bathroom. There is also a useful study on this floor, ideal for today's working from home needs. The principal suite is set across the second floor the bedroom has a striking feature window, providing a pleasant view over the garden and neighbouring playing fields, with a dressing area and fiitted wardrobes, creating a wonderful retreat,the stylish shower room across the landing includes an eye-catching, bespoke double vanity unit.
Outside - The generous, level garden is a particular feature of the house with a good expanse lawn, perfect for child's play. There are two large paved terraces at either end of the garden, ideal for entertaining on a large or intimate scale, with a large summer house to the rear of the garden. The property is approached over a driveway providing off-street parking for several cars. A path leads down the side of the house through a close-boarded gate to the rear garden.
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The fabulous architect-designed extension at 212 St. Johns Road gives this house a true "wow-factor" feeling! A house to fill full of memories, by being able to entertain, in style, all year round, you'll have trouble keeping the family & friends away from this very welcoming home.
Natasha SelbieProperty agent