Barnstaple Road, Southend-on-sea, SS1 3PA

Occupying a substantial plot on the highly desirable premium end of Barnstaple Road in Thorpe Bay, this charming semi-detached cottage-style home offers an abundance of character, generous living accommodation and exceptional outdoor space. Combining period charm with practical family living, the property benefits from four bedrooms, a boarded loft space with Velux windows offering additional storage with potential for conversion (STPP), ample off-street parking, a detached garage and an impressive detached studio/gym nestled within the beautifully established rear garden.

Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: D

Interior The accommodation is full of warmth and character throughout, with a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious lounge and an impressive open-plan kitchen/diner/family room with integrated NEFF appliances, creating the perfect space for modern family life and entertaining. A useful utility room and ground floor WC add further practicality. The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, whilst a large loft space with Velux windows offers bonus storage and potential for further expansion STPP. Original charm and cottage-style features blend effortlessly with contemporary family living.

Exterior The property sits on a plot significantly larger than many neighbouring homes boasting 120ft of garden space, providing a wonderful sense of space and privacy. The mature rear garden is a true highlight, beautifully landscaped with established trees, colourful shrubbery and planting that create a peaceful outdoor retreat. A charming decked seating area offers the perfect spot for entertaining or relaxing amongst the greenery. To the rear of the garden sits a substantial detached studio/gym, offering excellent versatility for those working from home or seeking additional recreational space. The property also benefits from a detached garage and ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles.

Garden Studio Located to the rear of this stunning Railway Cottage the garden studio has had no expense spared being finished to an exceptionally high standard. Externally it's cladded with Red Western Cedar alongside having 6 leaf Oak bi folding doors, wired broadband & an air conditioning unit with heat functions alongside it all being fully insulated.

Location Barnstaple Road is one of Thorpe Bay's most sought-after residential locations, particularly this premium section of the road, renowned for its attractive homes and generous plots. Thorpe Bay's award-winning seafront, golf course, yacht club, local shops, cafés and restaurants are all within easy reach. Excellent transport links are available via Thorpe Bay C2C Station, providing direct services into London Fenchurch Street, making the property ideal for commuters seeking a coastal lifestyle.

School Catchments The property is perfectly positioned for access to some of the area's most highly regarded schools, including Alleyn Court Private School, Thorpe Hall School & Bournes Green Infant and Junior Schools. Several outstanding grammar schools and secondary schools are also within easy reach such as Southend High School For Girls, being just a 15 minute walk from the property, and Southend High School For Boys & Westcliff High School for Boys and Girls all being within catchment making this an excellent long-term family home in a highly desirable educational catchment area.