Turners Court, Romford, RM4

Set right in the middle of Abridge, this is a house that works with the rhythm of daily life rather than fighting it.

The ground floor has been thoughtfully reworked to create a long, open space that feels calm and usable from morning through to evening. The kitchen sits neatly at the front, practical and modern without feeling showy, while the living and dining area stretches out behind it. There’s space to cook, eat, sit, and breathe. Light comes in naturally, and doors open straight onto the garden, making warmer months feel easy and connected. A downstairs WC keeps things practical, especially when the house is busy.

Upstairs, the home is spread over two further floors, which gives everyone a bit of breathing room. The top floor is given over to the principal bedroom, complete with its own en-suite — a quieter retreat at the end of the day. The remaining bedrooms are well balanced and flexible, whether they’re used for children, guests, or working from home. A clean, modern family bathroom serves these rooms comfortably.

Outside, the driveway provides parking for at least two cars, and there’s also a separate garage — useful storage even if it never sees a vehicle. The garden is directly accessible from the main living space, making it easy to step outside with a coffee, let children play, or open things up when friends are round.

Abridge itself is one of those villages people tend to stay in. There’s a sense of community, familiar faces at the pub, countryside walks that start almost at the front door, and the day-to-day ease of village life. Loughton and Theydon Bois stations are a short drive away for Central Line access, and the M11 and M25 are close enough to make commuting workable without dominating life.

The sellers will miss how straightforward everything feels here — space where it matters, a village that feels lived in, and a house that quietly gets on with supporting everyday life.