4-bedroom house · CO13 0DE
For saleReduced £15k (−3.1%) on 14 JulListed 121 days
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About
“Vista Cottage” is a stunning, character filled three bedroom detached house with a one bedroom annexe, ideally situated in the heart of the sought after semi-rural village of Kirby-le-Soken.
Beautifully presented throughout, this charming family residence combines stylish interiors with an abundance of character features, including an inglenook fireplace with wood burner and exposed floorboards.
The main house offers spacious open-plan living, featuring a lounge, kitchen and dining area, along with three bedrooms, a family bathroom, utility room and cloakroom.
The attached annexe, which can be accessed directly from the main house, provides flexible additional accommodation with a generous lounge, double bedroom and shower room.
Set within attractive gardens, the property enjoys a delightful cottage-style front garden and a private rear courtyard with paved and decked areas.
Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the rear garden includes a koi pond, space for a hot tub, covered veranda, log store, storage shed and summerhouse.
Further benefits include a large double garage and off-road parking, accessed via Vista Avenue.
Kirby-le-Soken itself offers a village store, the popular Ship Public House and easy access to the picturesque Walton 'Backwaters'.
Accommodation comprises of approximate room sizes Hardwood entrance door leading to:- Entrance Area Original sold wood flooring. Radiator. Part original wood beamed divider.
Open access to:- Lounge (5.66m x 4.06m (18'7" x 13'4")) Original solid wood flooring. Brick built fireplace with inset log burner. Stair flight to first floor. Radiator.
Two sealed unit double glazed Georgian style windows to front. Open aspect to:- Kitchen/Diner (4.95m x 3.18m (16'3" x 10'5")) Fitted with a range of modern country style fronted units.
Rolled edge wood effect worksurfaces. Inset ceramic bowl sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Space for Rangemaster style cooker with extractor hood above.
Further selection of matching units at both eye and floor level. Part tiled walls. Original solid wood flooring. Vaulted ceiling with Velux.
Two sealed unit double glazed Georgian style windows to rear. Sealed unit double glazed French doors giving access to side.
Door to:- Utility Room (5.13m x 2.16m (16'10" x 7'1")) Fitted with a range of beech effect fronted units. Marble effect rolled edge worksurfaces. Inset stainless steel bowl sink and drainer unit.
Plumbing for washing machine. Space for fridge/freezer. Fitted shelving. Part tiled walls. Tiled flooring. Vaulted ceiling with extractor fan and Velux window. Hardwood door giving access to rear.
Door to:- Cloakroom White suite comprises low level w/c. Wash hand basin with tiled splashback. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan. Obscured sealed unit double glazed Georgian style window to rear.
Annexe Lounge (4.83m x 4.09m (15'10" x 13'5")) Two radiators. Three sealed unit double glaze Georgian style windows to front. Sealed unit doble glazed Georgian style window to side.
Door to:- Annexe Shower Room White suite comprises low level w/c. Vanity wash hand basin with storage cupboard under. Panelled bath.
Fitted shower cubicle with wall mounted integrated rainfall shower and separate attachment. Part tiled walls. Vaulted ceiling. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. Velux.
Obscured sealed unit doble glazed Georgian style window to rear. Annexe Bedroom (3.20m x 2.92m (10'6" x 9'7")) Vaulted ceiling. Radiator. Sealed unit doble glazed Georgian style window to side.
Sealed unit double glazed French doors giving access to rear. First Floor Landing Two built in storage cupboards. Velux window. Door to:- Bedroom (3.84m max x 4.09m (12'7" max x 13'5")) Radiator.
Sealed unit double glazed window to front. Velux window to rear. Bedroom (4.11m x 3.38m (13'6" x 11'1")) Original solid wood flooring. Radiator. Three built in wardrobes. Velux window to rear.
Sealed unit double glazed window to front. Bedroom (2.13m x 2.18m (7' x 7'2")) Radiator. Velux window to front. Bathroom White suite comprises low level w/c. Pedestal wash hand basin.
Panelled bath with wall mounted integrated shower. Built in storage cupboard. Part wood panelled walls. Extractor fan. Georgian style heated towel rail. Sealed unit double glazed window to front.
Outside - Side Part raised wood decked seating area. Sunken pond with water feature. Enclosed by brick wall with inset feature shelving. Gate giving access to rear.
Open access to:- Outside - Rear Low maintenance. Mediterranean style with large paved patio areas. Private access door to double garage. Undercover veranda with power and lighting.
Door leading to storage shed. Sealed unit double glazed French doors leading to summer house. Part raised beds. Outside lights. Outside tap. Outside - Front Majority laid to lawn.
Beds stocked with array of flowers, shrubs and bushes. Storm porch leading to entrance door. Hardstanding driveway leading to double garage which can be found at the rear of the property.
Material Information - Freehold Property Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Tendring District Council Council Tax Band: C Payable 2026/2027 £2059.18 Per Annum Any Additional Property Charges: N/A Services Connected: (Gas): Yes (Electricity): Yes (Water): Yes (Sewerage Type): Mains Drainage (Telephone, Broadband & Mobile Coverage): For Current Correct Information Please Visit: Non Standard Property Features To Note: The main property and the annexe are on two separate council tax bills which are both C rating.
Aml Money laundering, terrorist financing and transfer of funds (information of the payer) regulations 2017 - When agreeing a purchase, prospective purchasers will be asked to undertake Identification checks including producing photographic identification and proof of residence documentation along with source of funds information.
Disclaimer - Wide Angle Lens Etc These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract.
They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally.
All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.
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