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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CO3 9TN
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About
Situated in the highly sought-after village of Fordham Heath, this beautifully presented five-bedroom semi-detached family home enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting while remaining conveniently located for everyday amenities.
The village offers a welcoming community atmosphere, with nearby schools, local shops, and picturesque countryside walks all within easy reach.
The historic city of Colchester is just a short drive away, providing an extensive range of shopping, leisure and dining facilities, together with mainline railway services to London Liverpool Street.
Excellent road links via the A12 make this an ideal location for commuters and families alike.
The accommodation is well-proportioned throughout and begins with a spacious entrance hall leading to a comfortable reception room and an impressive kitchen/dining room overlooking the rear garden.
The ground floor further benefits from a utility room and a stylish modern shower room.
To the first floor, there are five generously sized bedrooms, including a superb principal bedroom featuring a walk-in wardrobe and contemporary en-suite shower room.
A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
Externally, the property boasts a substantial rear garden backing onto open fields, offering a wonderful degree of privacy and far-reaching views.
The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a patio seating area, ideal for outdoor entertaining and family gatherings.
To the front, there is ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
Palmer & Partners strongly recommend an early internal viewing to fully appreciate the accommodation, location and lifestyle this exceptional family home has to offer.
Entrance Hall Reception Room (3.89m x 3.5m) Lounge (3.6m x 5.5m) Kitchen/Diner (7.1m x 2.67m) Utility Room (1.73m x 3.3m) Shower Room (1.78m x 2.13m) Landing Main Bedroom (3.53m x 2.7m) Wardrobe (1.45m x 2.62m) En-Suite (1.12m x 2.67m) Bedroom Two (2.36m x 6.02m) Bedroom Three (4.27m x 2.82m) Bedroom Four (3.63m x 2.4m) Bedroom Five (2.7m x 2.6m) Bathroom (2.57m x 2.13m)
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