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'At Last', School Road, Messing, CO5 Versatile Three Bedroom Detached Chalet Occupying An Impressive Plot Backing Onto Open Fields Guide Price £475,000 - £500,000 Location Nestled within the sought-after village of Messing, this detached chalet enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting surrounded by open countryside.
The village offers a welcoming community atmosphere, a highly regarded primary school, village hall and traditional public house, while scenic country walks and cycling routes are right on the doorstep.
Nearby Tiptree provides a wider range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, cafés and leisure facilities, with excellent road links to Colchester, Maldon and the A12, making this an ideal location for those seeking village life without compromising on convenience.
Property Offering flexible accommodation throughout, this detached chalet provides spacious and adaptable living for a variety of buyers.
The welcoming living room is a bright and comfortable space centred around a feature fireplace with inset stove, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining, whilst the serving hatch naturally connects the room with the kitchen.
The impressive kitchen/breakfast room has been fitted with a contemporary range of high-gloss units complemented by generous work surfaces, space for appliances and ample space for dining, with double doors providing direct access to an impressive sun room.
A modern, tiled family shower room is located off of the kitchen-diner.
To the rear of the property, the superb sun room enjoys panoramic views across the garden and surrounding fields through its extensive glazing, creating a fantastic additional reception room that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.
A generous ground floor double bedroom offers excellent versatility, making it ideal as accommodation for a young adult, a mature relative, guest bedroom or an excellent work-from-home office.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a spacious double featuring a unique elevated bath, creating a distinctive and relaxing retreat.
A further generous double bedroom, currently arranged as a children's room, is served by a separate modern tiled W.C.
Outside Occupying an impressive plot, the property enjoys extensive off-road parking to the front with ample space for multiple vehicles.
The beautifully proportioned rear garden is a real highlight, backing directly onto open fields to provide an exceptional sense of privacy and uninterrupted countryside views.
Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden also benefits from a patio seating area, timber storage shed and plenty of space for families, entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Viewings Viewings are strictly by appointment via Michaels Property Consultants. Early viewing is highly recommended.
Reception Room 17' 4" x 11' 4" (5.28m x 3.45m) Kitchen-Diner 17' 4" x 8' 7" (5.28m x 2.62m) Ground Floor Shower Room 8' 1" x 5' 3" (2.46m x 1.60m) Sun Room/Conservatory 21' 2" x 7' 7" (6.45m x 2.31m) Bedroom One 15' 1" x 13' 8" (4.60m x 4.17m) Bedroom Two 13' 5" x 8' 3" (4.09m x 2.51m) Information Please be advised that some personal items may have been removed during the editing process.
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