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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CO6 2SP
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About
This beautifully presented 4/5 bedroom detached house is ideally located in the heart of Earls Colne, with a wide range of local amenities within easy walking distance.
Nestled on a generous corner plot, the property boasts a south & west-facing garden and offers convenient off-street parking.
'The Warren' is an exceptional family home, situated in a prime spot in the picturesque village of Earls Colne.
Its location provides easy access to essential daily amenities, while being within a sensible drive of larger towns such as Halstead, Sudbury, and Colchester.
Lovingly extended and enhanced by the current owners, this property has proven to be the ideal family residence.
Entering through a central front door, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall that leads to the ground-floor accommodations, including a convenient W.C.
The living room is a large, comfortable space featuring a gas fireplace, perfect for family relaxation.
Adjoining this is the open-plan dining room, offering ample room for a large dining table, ideal for gatherings.
Across the hall, the recently updated kitchen is thoughtfully designed, maximizing both storage and workspace, with an expansive counter area and seating for two – perfect for casual breakfasts or a quick coffee.
The highlight of the ground floor is the beautiful orangery extension, currently used as a secondary sitting area.
This room, equipped with underfloor heating and two sets of French doors opening onto a decked seating area, provides a bright, inviting space.
Additionally, the ground floor features a versatile bedroom with an adjoining wet room, ideal for an elderly relative, a home office, or a playroom.
On the first floor, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms with charming views of the surrounding area.
The principal bedroom has been redesigned to include an en-suite shower and a separate dressing room with fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom 2 is a spacious double with fitted wardrobes, and two more well-proportioned bedrooms share a family bathroom.
Positioned on a corner plot in a quiet cul-de-sac of only six homes, the rear garden is a true gem.
It extends around the side and back of the house, featuring a decked area perfect for seating off the orangery and a lawned area with a convenient shed for extra storage.
At the front, there is parking for two vehicles. This home is a rare find in a sought-after village – viewings are highly recommended to fully appreciate all it has to offer.
Entrance Hall With stairs to first floor, doors to; Kitchen 3.00m x 3.65m (9' 10" x 12' 0") With windows to front aspect, a modern kitchen offering a range of matching eye level and base units with worktops over and inset sink, breakfast bar, gas hob with extractor hood over, range of appliances to remain.
WC With window to side, radiator, WC, wash hand basin.
Dining Room 4.03m x 3.65m (13' 3" x 12' 0") With window to rear, radiator, opening to; Living Room 5.32m x 4.03m (17' 5" x 13' 3") With window to front, radiator, feature gas fireplace, double doors to orangery.
Orangery 4.00m x 6.39m (13' 1" x 21' 0") An excellent addition to this home coming with underfloor heating and French doors to the garden.
Bedroom Five/Office 4.03m x 2.61m (13' 3" x 8' 7") With radiator and door to wetroom.
(can be used as a bedroom or office.) Wet Room 2.25m x 2.61m (7' 5" x 8' 7") Landing With two windows, access to; Bedroom One 4.03m x 3.23m (13' 3" x 10' 7") With window to rear, radiator, doors to; En-Suite With enclosed shower cubicle, wash hand basin, fully tiled.
Dressing Room 2.58m x 2.61m (8' 6" x 8' 7") With window to rear, radiator, built in wardrobes.
Bedroom Two 4.03m x 3.65m (13' 3" x 12' 0") With window to rear, radiator, built in wardrobes. Bedroom Three 2.67m x 2.81m (8' 9" x 9' 3") With windows to front, radiator.
Bedroom Four 2.07m x 3.65m (6' 9" x 12' 0") With window to front, radiator. Bathroom 1.78m x 2.68m (5' 10" x 8' 10") With window to side, bath, wash hand basin, WC.
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