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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · CO7 6RS
No longer listedReduced £45k (−9.5%) on 20 JunListed 215 days
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About
This charming, detached home on Pitts End offers a wonderful balance of space, comfort and setting.
The property enjoys a welcoming feel throughout, with a layout that naturally suits both everyday living and more relaxed entertaining.
Outside, generous off-road parking and a garage provide practicality, while the rear garden offers a peaceful retreat.
A paved driveway leads up to the property, where a pathway guides you to the front door and into a welcoming entrance hall that sets the tone for the accommodation beyond.
The ground floor is arranged to offer a natural flow between spaces, creating a layout that feels both practical and easy to live in.
A central entrance hall provides an immediate sense of arrival, leading through to a generous living and dining area where there is plenty of room to relax and entertain, with a pleasant outlook towards the garden.
The adjoining kitchen is well positioned and connects through to a breakfast area, offering a lighter, more informal space that works well for day-to-day living and enjoys a close relationship with the outside.
A particularly useful ground floor room lends itself equally well as a bedroom or a study, depending on individual needs, adding flexibility for those working from home or requiring accessible accommodation.
This is complemented by a conveniently placed shower room, enhancing the overall versatility of the layout.
On the first floor, the sense of light and space continues, with a central landing leading to two well-proportioned bedrooms, each enjoying a pleasant outlook and a comfortable, airy feel.
The main bedroom is particularly generous, offering ample room to unwind, while the second bedroom provides a versatile space suited to a variety of needs.
The family bathroom serves the first floor and is thoughtfully arranged, complementing the accommodation with a practical design.
Outside, the property continues to impress with a generous frontage providing ample off-road parking, complemented by a garage for additional storage or secure parking.
To the rear, the garden offers a particularly enjoyable space, mainly laid to lawn and framed by established planting that gives both colour and a sense of privacy.
There is plenty of room for outdoor dining, play or simply relaxing, while the pergola creates a sheltered seating area that adds interest and a natural focal point.
Entrance Hall (5.05m x 1.83m (16' 7" x 6' 0")) Living Room (6.32m x 3.35m (20' 9" x 11' 0")) Bedroom / Study (3.18m x 2.06m (10' 5" x 6' 9")) Shower Room (2.16m x 2m (7' 1" x 6' 7")) Kitchen (3.96m x 2.18m (13' 0" x 7' 2")) Dining Room (3.15m x 2.8m (10' 4" x 9' 2")) Landing (1.9m x 1.63m (6' 3" x 5' 4")) Bedroom (5.03m x 3.4m (16' 6" x 11' 2")) Bedroom (3.05m x 2.62m (10' 0" x 8' 7")) Bathroom (2.46m x 1.98m (8' 1" x 6' 6")) Garage (5.18m x 2.6m (17' 0" x 8' 6")) Services We understand mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property.
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Broadband: At time of writing there is Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast broadband availability.
Mobile: These figures show the percentage of measurements across this postal district over the last 12 months that can successfully stream video or make a video call if they have coverage.
EE 84%, O2 70%, Three 81% and Vodafone 73%. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.
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About 4, Pitts End, Colchester
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