1. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT

2. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
PARAGRAPH 1:
A brief introduction.
Write what kind of house/flat it is.
Write where it is exactly

3. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
PARAGRAPH 2:
Describe the house/flat
Write what rooms it has
Write if it has some special characteristics

4. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
PARAGRAPH 3:
Describe the neighbourhood
Write how far it is from places of interest, public transport, etc.

5. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
PARAGRAPH 4:
Say who the house/flat is suitable for
Write if there are some restrictions, e.g.: “It’s a no-smoking house and no pets are allowed” or “This house is not suitable for pets”.

6. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
Descriptions of houses/flats can be found in estate agent’s magazines, websites.
You normally use PRESENT TENSES.
Use a great variety of adjectives to attract the reader’s attention: amazing, beautiful, breathtaking, stunning, striking, lovely, ideal, luxurious, magnificent, perfect, spacious, superb.

7. DESCRIBING A HOUSE OR A FLAT
USEFUL LANGUAGE. DESCRIBING LOCATION
It is perfectly situated in…
It is (within easy) walking distance from…
It is a (ten-minute) walk from…
It is a short drive drive from…
The neighbourhood is (safe, friendly…)
It is a (beautiful) area…