3-bedroom semi-detached house · CO2 7RH
For saleListed 25 days
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About
Situated on the south side of Colchester, approximately one mile from the city centre, this attractive three-bedroom semi-detached house combines character with spacious, versatile accommodation.
With two reception areas, an impressive kitchen/diner, a generous rear garden and the added benefit of a recently installed driveway providing off-road parking, the property is particularly well suited to family life.
Step inside and the sense of space becomes immediately apparent.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to a comfortable front lounge, where a traditional bay window and feature fireplace create an inviting focal point.
At the heart of the home is the impressive kitchen/diner, fitted with a range of dark wood units and offering plenty of room for dining and entertaining.
Opening from the kitchen/diner is a wonderfully light and airy family/garden room.
This versatile additional reception space benefits from skylight windows and views over the rear garden, with direct access onto the patio – ideal for entertaining, relaxing or spending time together as a family.
A convenient ground-floor cloakroom completes the accommodation on this level. Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms.
The bay-fronted principal bedroom enjoys the added benefit of its own en suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a modern family shower room.
Outside, the property benefits from a newly installed driveway to the front, providing convenient off-road parking, along with gated side access.
To the rear is a particularly generous and well-maintained garden, beginning with a spacious patio area that's perfect for outdoor dining.
Beyond this is an extensive lawn complemented by mature trees and shrubs, together with a useful garden shed.
The property's Mersea Road location provides convenient access to Colchester city centre, local amenities and schooling.
Offering an appealing combination of character, space, off-road parking and a substantial rear garden, this is a home that deserves to be seen to fully appreciate everything it has to offer.
Entrance Door To Porch Lounge 13'9" x 12'3" (4.19m x 3.73m) Kitchen / Diner 18'6" x 12'8" (5.64m x 3.86m) Separate WC Family Room 16'6" x 13'5" (5.03m x 4.09m) First Floor Landing Master Bedroom 13'7" x 11'5" (4.14m x 3.48m) Ensuite Bedroom Two 11'10" x 10'11" (3.61m x 3.33m) Bedroom Three 9'8" x 8'11" (2.95m x 2.72m) Family Shower Room Outside Rear Garden Outbuilding Disclaimer haart Estate Agents also offer a professional, ARLA accredited Lettings and Management Service.
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