4-bedroom house · CO6 1LG
For saleReduced £50k (−5.9%) on 20 JunListed 171 days
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About
This beautifully appointed home occupies a generous plot approaching a quarter of an acre, combining contemporary design with highly practical family living.
Ideally positioned just 1.3 miles from the mainline railway station, the property is also well placed for local amenities, highly regarded schools, everyday shopping at Tollgate Village, and the extensive choice of restaurants, leisure facilities and retail options available in Colchester city centre.
A welcoming entrance porch and hallway set the tone, leading through to the impressive kitchen/dining/family room undoubtedly the heart of the home.
Created for both day-to-day living and entertaining, this bright and sociable space features a walk-in pantry, striking glass lantern roof and wide bi-folding doors opening directly onto the large patio, creating a seamless connection to the garden and an ideal setting for summer entertaining.
Further ground floor accommodation includes a cosy snug/cinema room, perfect for relaxing in the evening, together with a separate study for those working from home.
Practicality has also been carefully considered, with a boot room incorporating a dog shower, a separate utility room and a stylish cloakroom.
Underfloor heating runs throughout the ground floor, adding to the sense of comfort and quality.
To the first floor, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms, in addition to a beautifully finished family bathroom.
Air conditioning to the first floor provides year-round comfort.
Externally, the property offers a spacious driveway with ample off-road parking, a detached double garage and a superb south-facing garden, providing a wonderful space for family life, outdoor dining and relaxation.
A superb modern family home, thoughtfully designed to offer light-filled living, excellent practicality, strong transport links and a wealth of amenities close by.
Property Setting: The charming village of Copford lies just a few miles to the west of Colchester, offering the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and excellent accessibility.
Surrounded by open countryside yet close to the A12, residents enjoy convenient links to Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich and London, making it a popular choice for commuters and families alike.
Copford itself is a welcoming village with a strong sense of community, home to a well-regarded primary school, village hall, playing fields and the 12th-century St Michael’s Church.
Everyday amenities can be found in neighbouring villages, while Colchester town centre with its wide choice of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and mainline railway station is only a short drive away.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding area offers beautiful countryside walks, cycle routes and nature reserves, while Constable Country and the picturesque Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within easy reach.
The nearby Tollgate Retail Park and Marks Tey mainline railway station some 1.3 miles away further add to the convenience of this desirable location.
Important Information: Tenure - Freehold Council Tax - Band G Services Connected - Mains Electric/Mains Water/Mains Drainage Heating - Mains gas via radiators and underfloor Telephone & Broadband - 02 Likely Vodafine/EE/Three are limited Broadband - Ultrafast broadband is available * Please note some images have been staged to give a better visual rather than an empty room.
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