5-bedroom detached house · CO7 6RT
For saleReduced £70k (−7%) on 5 SepListed 202 days
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About
**bespoke incentives available** Introducing the Bentley at St James Place, an imposing five bedroom family home on this exceptional development of 28 properties.
All homes are built to the highest specification by renowned Hills Residential and ideally placed in the charming village of East Bergholt.
The Bentley is a thoughtfully-designed five bedroom detached home at St James Place in East Bergholt village, boasting luxury specification as standard, high quality finishes and energy efficient appliances.
On entrance, the hallway allows a direct view through double doors to the impressive open-plan kitchen/dining/family area, which showcases large bi-fold doors along with double aspect windows, bathing the room in natural light.
The versatile kitchen space offers ample storage and features quality units, a central island and fully integrated appliances, with access to a the convenient utility room having sink, worktops, units and space for washing machine and tumble dryer.
The hallway has a handy cloakroom, understairs cupboard and stair flight to first floor landing, and provides access to a generous dual aspect living room with feature mantle focal point and contemporary style multi-fuel burner.
The cosy dining room can also be a dedicated study, ideal for home working. Both rooms feature box bay windows.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom enjoys its own ensuite (as does bedroom two), and two fitted wardrobes with luxury dressing area.
The second, third and fourth bedrooms are all double rooms with bedroom five making an excellent single room or further study.
This floor is served by a stylish four piece family bathroom that completes the accommodation. Externally there is a large corner garden, double garage with EV charger and extra wide driveway parking.
St James Place specification includes (but is not limited to) : An array of integrated Bosch appliances, induction hobs, vanity units to ensuites & bathrooms, Roca sanitary ware, TV points to lounge, kitchen and all bedrooms, solid internal doors, wardrobes to principle bedrooms, turf and landscaped front gardens, provision for security alarm fitting, NHBC 10 year build warranty.
Hills Residential are dedicated to providing premium quality residences encompassing innovative design and energy efficiency, creating homes build to last the test of time.
Please refer to brochure attached for room sizes and full specification.
Location The historic village of East Bergholt is home to acres of countryside and woodland whilst sitting half way between Colchester and Ipswich with excellent travel connections and a short drive to the quayside villages of Manningtree & Mistley.
The village boasts a primary and high school, sports centre, pharmacy, cafe, Co-op store and the Lion Brasserie, with ample further amenities close by.
Directions Use SatNav postcode CO7 6RT Important Information Council Tax Band - tbc Services - We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Heating via air source heat pump.
Tenure - Freehold EPC rating - tbc Management charge - Occupiers will be required to pay an annual management charge of approximately £280.00 for the upkeep of communal areas.
Maintenance remains the responsibility of the builders until the development is complete. Agents note - Any CGI images are indicative of the finished product.
Choices are subject to build stage and availability. Brick colours may vary. Some floorplans may be handed to those shown .
The internal photos shown are from the show home property of the same design type.
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