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About
A superbly presented detached family home in a cul-de-sac position in this popular village offering a good size garden, stylish en-suite, ample parking and garage.
A double glazed entrance door leads to an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor, Karndean flooring and gives access to the cloakroom comprising wash hand basin and WC.
The lounge is located to the rear and has a feature fireplace, double glazed French doors leading to the rear garden.
The dining room is located to the front and has a bay window, Karndean flooring and an archway leads to the contemporary kitchen which has quartz worktops, ample storage, quality appliances including ceramic hob with extractor fan over, electric oven, inset sink, wall mounted cabinets and double glazed windows to the front and rear.
An arch leads to a utility room which has quartz work surfaces, space for fridge freezer, plumbing for washing machine, inset sink and storage cupboards with a double glazed door leading to the rear garden.
The first floor landing has an open balustrade and a double glazed window to the front and gives access to all three good size bedrooms and family bathroom.
The principal bedroom has built-in wardrobes and features an en-suite shower room comprising vanity sink, WC, walk-in shower with complementary tiling and a double glazed window to the rear.
Bedroom two has built-in wardrobes and has a bay window feature to the side. Bedroom three has a double glazed window to the front.
The family bathroom comprises a vanity sink with mixer taps and storage under, WC, panel bath with mixer taps, wall-mounted gas boiler and a double glazed window to the front.
Outside The property benefits from a good size rear garden with a paved patio area, personnel door leading to the garage which has an up and over door with power and light connected.
The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn with a further patio seating area and enclosed by panel fencing.
To the front of the property is a parking space in front of the garage and further parking to the side. The front is laid with slate chips.
Location The property is in a cul-de-sac position to the south of the city. There is a convenience store nearby for day to day needs and a popular primary school.
Mersea Island is a short drive away which is popular with the water sports enthusiasts. Colchester city centre offers a varied range of shopping facilities, bars and restaurants.
The A12 can be accessed London bound for the M25 and stations of the city offer services for London Liverpool Street.
Directions SatNav - postcode CO5 7LU Important Information Council Tax Band – D Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold EPC rating – tbc Our ref - COL260348
Value & comps
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About 19, Sawkins Close, Colchester
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