4-bedroom house · CO5 8AA
For saleReduced £50k (−5.3%) on 15 JulListed 201 days
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About
Part of our Signature collection, this delightful detached four bedroom house is of some stature, with attractive gardens, garage and off-road parking.
Occupying a lovely position in a highly-regarded private road, it is close to the waterfront and beach.
This established home offers well-proportioned accommodation with three versatile reception rooms and a delightful rear facing kitchen / breakfast room.
Very much the focal point of this property, it provides a light and airy dining and entertaining space with French doors leading to the rear garden.
The impressive front door opens into the entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor, understairs storage, and a cloakroom.
Of particular merit is the spectacular drawing room with a dual aspect which is complemented by the sitting room, which has a bay window, ornate ceiling rose and wood panelling.
The generous kitchen / breakfast room is a light and airy dining and entertaining space which spans the majority of the rear of the property.
There are fitted work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under, Rangemaster cooker with a gas hob and electric ovens, integrated dishwasher, vaulted ceiling and French doors leading to the garden.
Adjoining this is the dining room / study which has a dual aspect.
There is a handy utility room with fitted units, space for appliances, and a wall mounted gas boiler supplying the domestic hot water and central heating systems.
The first floor landing leads to the four bedrooms with the principal bedroom benefitting from attractive views towards the water and an ensuite shower room, comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin and low level WC.
There are three further bedrooms which are all well-proportioned and a shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and low level WC.
Outside The property occupies a pleasant corner plot with the front garden partially laid to lawn and retained by a low brick wall and mature hedgerow.
To the side is a block paved driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles.
To one side of the property, electric gates provide access to an additional driveway leading to the garage with up and over door and access to the store room.
The delightful rear garden provides a lovely setting to the property with an extensive paved terrace abutting the property, lawned garden beyond and further seating area with pergola.
There are borders with evergreen shrubs and gated access leading to the garage.
Location The property is within easy reach of the waterfront and beaches, and The Anchorage is a sought-after area with sailing clubs, and a vibrant social scene, including the annual regatta which takes place in August.
The island has numerous specialist shops and a Co-op supermarket along with a Tesco Express.
Wider facilities can be found in Colchester with a variety of shops in the city centre, nearby retail parks and most national supermarkets.
The mainline railway station gives straightforward services to London Liverpool Street.
Directions SatNav - postcode CO5 8AA Important Information Council Tax Band – E Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold EPC rating – C Our ref - COL260125/gmb
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