3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Markwell Wood, Harlow CM19

Description

** Guide Price £400,000-£425,000** Jukes Estates are delighted to offer for sale this immaculate three-bedroom semi detached family home in the popular Markwell Wood area on the outskirts of Harlow.
For sale by way of our exclusive Secure Sale Method.*
Spacious Three-Bedroom Semi-Detached Family Home in Sought-After Markwell Wood, Harlow

Set within the highly regarded Markwell Wood development on the south-western side of Harlow, this spacious and well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached family home combines generous accommodation with excellent practicality, a good-sized rear garden, off-road parking and an enviable position close to substantial areas of open green space.

The aerial photography really demonstrates one of the property's major attractions: Despite being within easy reach of Harlow's shops, schools, railway connections and road network, Markwell Wood has a noticeably greener feel than many residential locations, with playing fields, mature woodland and open countryside-style surroundings close by. For families who enjoy walking, cycling, dog walking and outdoor recreation, this is an important advantage.

Internally, the property provides approximately 878 sq ft of living accommodation, together with a useful 73 sq ft integral store, producing approximately 951 sq ft overall.

Highlights include a large 14'8" living room, excellent 14'9" kitchen/dining room, separate utility room, downstairs WC, three first-floor bedrooms including a generous principal bedroom, contemporary family bathroom, sizeable garden and block-paved off-road parking.

Key Features
Three-bedroom semi-detached family home
Highly sought-after Markwell Wood location
Approximately 878 sq ft of living accommodation
Approximately 951 sq ft including the integral store
Spacious 14'8" x 14'4" living room
Large 14'9" x 10'3" kitchen/dining room
Separate utility room
Ground-floor cloakroom/WC
Generous principal bedroom with extensive mirrored wardrobes
Third bedroom currently used as a dedicated home office
Modern family bathroom
Excellent integral storage
Block-paved off-road parking
Rear garden approximately 36'7" x 25'0"
Patio area ideal for outdoor dining
Close to extensive green spaces and playing fields
Convenient for Ofsted-rated Good schools
Bus services within easy walking distance
Harlow Town railway station approximately 2.5-3 miles away
Excellent access to the A414, M11 and A10
Ideal home for first-time buyers, young families and commuters
The Property

The attractive semi-detached house occupies a pleasant position within this established residential development.

To the front is a substantial block-paved area providing off-road parking, while the attached storage section adds useful practicality without compromising the main living accommodation.

Stepping inside, the property immediately feels light, bright and considerably more spacious than its exterior may initially suggest.

Impressive Living Room

The principal reception room measures approximately 14'8" x 14'4" and provides an excellent family living environment.

The additional photographs show its proportions particularly well. There is ample room for a large corner sofa together with coffee tables, television furniture and other occasional pieces while still retaining plenty of circulation space.

A broad front-facing window brings in excellent natural light, while the combination of white décor, recessed ceiling lighting and warm wood-effect flooring creates a clean and contemporary appearance.

The staircase is incorporated neatly into the room, with useful storage beneath.

This is precisely the sort of reception room that works for everyday family life - large enough for everyone to relax together while still feeling comfortable rather than crowded.

Superb Kitchen & Dining Room

The kitchen/diner is another real highlight.

Measuring approximately 14'9" x 10'3", it has been designed as a genuinely sociable family room rather than simply a kitchen with a table squeezed into one corner.

A comprehensive range of white gloss cabinetry provides excellent storage and contrasts attractively with the dark work surfaces.

There is extensive preparation space, an integrated oven and hob, inset sink and further appliance accommodation.

A substantial central peninsula provides additional workspace and helps define the kitchen from the dining area.

The photographs demonstrate that there is plenty of room for a proper family dining table, making this an ideal space for breakfast before school, evening meals, homework or entertaining friends.

A broad rear-facing window and additional side window fill the room with natural light, while a door provides direct access to the garden.

For families, this is likely to become one of the most heavily used rooms in the house.

Separate Utility Room

A particularly useful feature, especially in a three-bedroom property, is the separate utility room measuring approximately 9'4" x 8'8".

This keeps washing, laundry and household equipment away from the main kitchen and dining space and provides further access into the garden.

For families with children, pets or sporting equipment, having somewhere to deal with muddy shoes, school bags and washing without cluttering the kitchen is a genuine advantage.

Downstairs Cloakroom

The utility area also provides access to a separate ground-floor WC, fitted in a smart contemporary style.

Having a downstairs cloakroom is particularly useful for visiting guests and families with younger children.

Useful Integral Store

Another major practical feature is the integral store measuring approximately 7'11" x 9'4".

For bikes, pushchairs, children's outdoor toys, gardening equipment, tools, sports equipment and general household storage, this space is extremely valuable.

It also means that buyers do not need to sacrifice bedroom or living space simply to store everyday belongings.

First Floor

Upstairs, the bright landing provides access to all three bedrooms and the family bathroom.

Principal Bedroom

The principal bedroom measures approximately 15'2" x 8'2", providing excellent proportions for a home of this type.

There is more than enough room for a large double bed together with additional bedroom furniture.

One entire wall incorporates mirrored fitted wardrobes, providing a substantial amount of storage while reflecting light around the room and enhancing the sense of space.

This is a proper principal bedroom rather than simply somewhere large enough to accommodate a double bed.

Bedroom Two

Bedroom two measures approximately 9'5" x 8'2".

It makes an excellent child's bedroom, guest bedroom or secondary double/large single room and enjoys the same bright, neutral presentation found throughout the property.

Bedroom Three / Home Office

The third bedroom measures approximately 9'1" x 6'2" and is currently arranged as a dedicated home office.

The photographs demonstrate just how useful this room can be.

For buyers working remotely or following a hybrid working pattern, there is space for a proper desk, computer equipment and office storage without sacrificing the living room or dining table.

Equally, it could readily become a child's bedroom, nursery, gaming room, dressing room or study.

The room therefore provides valuable flexibility as a family's requirements change.

Contemporary Family Bathroom

The bathroom has a smart, modern appearance and is finished with attractive grey tiling.

The white suite includes a bath with shower arrangement above, including a large rainfall-style shower head, WC and contemporary wash basin with useful vanity storage.

A broad mirror and chrome heated towel rail complete the room.

Rear Garden

The private rear garden measures approximately 36'7" x 25'0", providing a particularly useful amount of outside space for a family home.

Immediately behind the property is a generous paved terrace, ideal for a dining table, barbecue and garden furniture.

The remainder of the garden is predominantly lawned, providing plenty of room for children and pets.

There is sufficient space for a trampoline, paddling pool, football goals or other play equipment while still retaining an adult seating and entertaining area.

A garden shed provides additional storage.

For anyone who enjoys gardening, there is also plenty of potential to introduce additional planting, flower beds or landscaped areas and create a particularly attractive family garden.

A Particularly Green Location

The new aerial photographs illustrate one of the property's biggest lifestyle advantages exceptionally well.

Markwell Wood is positioned close to large areas of open green space, mature trees and playing fields, giving the neighbourhood a much greener outlook than many urban residential developments.

Families can quickly reach open areas for walking, children's outdoor play, exercise or dog walking.

This creates an appealing balance: The property remains firmly within Harlow and therefore benefits from the town's schools, shops, railway stations, leisure facilities and healthcare, yet countryside and substantial open space are never far away.

For families who do not want to feel surrounded entirely by roads and houses, this aspect of Markwell Wood is particularly appealing.

Schools

Families have a good selection of schools within the surrounding area.

Kingsmoor Academy is approximately 0.4 miles away, while Water Lane Primary Academy is around 0.5 miles away. Both have received Good Ofsted inspection outcomes.

St James Church of England Primary School is approximately 0.7 miles away and has also achieved a Good Ofsted rating.

For secondary education, Passmores Academy is one of the well-established Harlow secondary schools and has a Good Ofsted rating.

Several other primary and secondary schools can be found across Harlow, giving families additional choice as children progress through their education.

Parents should always confirm the latest Ofsted ratings, admissions criteria and catchment arrangements directly with the appropriate schools and local authority.

Transport & Bus Connections

Markwell Wood benefits from good local public transport connections.

Bus stops around Parsloe Road and Sumners Farm are within only a few minutes' walk, connecting the area with Harlow Town Centre, neighbouring residential districts and onward transport links.

For families with teenagers, this can be especially useful, enabling older children to travel independently to school, shops and leisure facilities.

Railway Connections

Harlow Town railway station is approximately 2.5-3 miles away.

From here, regular services run towards London Liverpool Street and Tottenham Hale, making the area particularly attractive to commuters.

Tottenham Hale also provides interchange with the London Underground Victoria line.

Northbound services connect with Bishop's Stortford, Stansted Airport and Cambridge.

Roydon railway station is also approximately 3 miles away, providing another useful rail option from the western side of Harlow.

For motorists who prefer to access the London Underground directly, Epping station and the Central line can also be reached by car.

Road Connections

Markwell Wood's position on Harlow's south-western side makes it particularly convenient for motorists.

The A414 is easily accessible, providing routes west towards Hertford and east towards the M11 and Chelmsford.

The M11 provides fast connections south towards London and the M25 and north towards Stansted Airport and Cambridge.

The A10 can also be reached via the Roydon and Hoddesdon direction, providing further routes towards Hertfordshire and North London.

This makes the property particularly suitable for households where different family members commute in different directions.

Healthcare

Local medical facilities are within easy reach, with gp surgeries and pharmacies available across this part of Harlow.

Barbara Castle Health Centre is one of the nearby healthcare facilities serving residents in this area, while further gp practices, dentists and pharmacies can be found throughout the town.

Princess Alexandra Hospital is approximately 2.5-3 miles away, providing Harlow's principal hospital facilities including accident and emergency services.

Shopping & Everyday Amenities

Everyday shopping is straightforward from Markwell Wood.

Local neighbourhood shops are available within the surrounding Sumners and Staple Tye areas, providing convenience stores, food outlets and everyday services.

For larger shopping trips, Harlow Town Centre is only a short drive away.

Harlow Town Centre

Harlow offers a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities.

The Water Gardens is one of the town's principal retail areas and includes major national retailers, restaurants and an Asda superstore.

Nearby The Harvey Centre provides additional shops, cafés and services.

Further shopping can be found at Queensgate Centre and The Oaks Retail Park, while numerous neighbourhood centres throughout Harlow provide convenient local shopping.

Family Life in Harlow

Harlow is particularly well suited to family life because of the sheer range of activities available without having to travel far.

Harlow Town Park

One of the town's greatest assets is Harlow Town Park, extending across more than 160 acres.

Families can enjoy playgrounds, landscaped gardens, extensive open spaces, woodland walks and areas for picnics and informal sport.

Pets' Corner remains one of Harlow's best-loved attractions for younger children and makes an excellent inexpensive family outing.

There are also play areas, skate facilities and outdoor recreational spaces throughout the park.

Harlow Leisurezone

Harlow Leisurezone provides a comprehensive range of sporting and leisure facilities.

Families can enjoy swimming, children's activities and numerous sports, while adults have access to gym and fitness facilities.

It is particularly valuable during winter and school holidays when indoor activities become more important.

Parndon Wood Nature Reserve

Parndon Wood Nature Reserve provides woodland trails and opportunities to experience local wildlife.

For families with younger children, it offers an excellent introduction to nature virtually on the doorstep.

Harlow Playhouse

Harlow Playhouse provides theatre, comedy, music, dance and children's entertainment throughout the year.

Families therefore have access to live entertainment without always needing to travel into London.

Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens

Harlow Museum and Walled Gardens provides another interesting family attraction, combining the history of the town with attractive gardens.

Cycling, Walking & Sport

Harlow was originally planned around substantial amounts of green space and an extensive network of pedestrian and cycle routes.

As a result, many neighbourhoods, parks, schools and shopping areas can be reached without continually travelling alongside major roads.

Football, rugby, athletics, cricket, tennis and numerous other organised sports are available through clubs and facilities across the town.

For active households, Markwell Wood's proximity to open spaces makes this particular location especially appealing.

Family Days Out Around Harlow

Living in Harlow also places an enormous range of attractions within easy driving distance.

Epping Forest offers thousands of acres of woodland where families can walk, cycle and picnic.

The Lee Valley provides country parks, waterways, wildlife habitats, cycling routes and numerous outdoor activities.

Lee Valley White Water Centre provides more adventurous activities for older children and adults.

Hertfordshire Zoo, near Broxbourne, is a popular family attraction and easily accessible from Harlow.

Historic Waltham Abbey and the surrounding Lee Valley offer additional opportunities for countryside walks and family days out.

Nearby Towns & Villages

The location also gives residents easy access to several attractive towns and villages.

Roydon offers village surroundings, countryside walks, the River Stort and marina facilities.

Nazeing provides attractive countryside and woodland walks.

Epping combines traditional shopping and restaurants with direct Central line access into London.

Sawbridgeworth has an attractive centre with independent shops, cafés and riverside walks.

Bishop's Stortford provides a larger range of shopping, restaurants and leisure facilities.

The surrounding villages of Hastingwood, High Wych, Sheering, Matching and Gilston provide further opportunities for countryside walks, village pubs and family outings.

A Home That Works for Modern Family Life

This Markwell Wood property gets many of the important things right.

It has a proper family-sized living room, rather than an undersized reception space.

It has a genuine kitchen/dining room, where family meals and everyday life can take place.

There is a separate utility room, so washing and household clutter can remain away from the kitchen.

There is a downstairs WC, substantial storage and a versatile third bedroom that already demonstrates how effectively it can function as a home office.

Outside, there is off-road parking and a good-sized garden, while the surrounding neighbourhood places extensive green space within very easy reach.

Combine those features with nearby Ofsted-rated Good schools, convenient bus services, excellent road connections, railway stations within a short drive and the extensive shopping, leisure and family facilities available throughout Harlow, and this becomes an excellent proposition for first-time family buyers, growing families and commuters alike.

Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the space, flexibility and particularly appealing family-friendly setting offered by this Markwell Wood home.
*Secured Sale Method means that the lucky new owners will be required to pay a reservation fee of 1% + VAT to secure the property and this should be factored in when making an offer. This does not mean that you pay more for the property. Please call the office for more details.

Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold

Lounge (4.47m x 4.37m)

Kitchen (4.50m x 3.12m)

Utility Room (2.89m x 2.64m)

Room 1 (2.84m x 2.41m)

Store Room

Bedroom 1 (4.62m x 2.49m)

Bedroom 2 (2.87m x 2.49m)

Bedroom 3 (2.77m x 1.87m)