Holly Cottage, Halstead Road, Colchester, CO6 3PP

Holly Cottage, Halstead Road, Aldham. Guide Price £400,000 to £425,000.

Situated in the sought-after village of Aldham, this attractive three-bedroom detached residence offers a wonderful balance of space, practicality, and countryside charm.

Thoughtfully arranged throughout, the home provides a versatile layout perfectly suited to modern family living, with bright reception areas, a well-equipped kitchen, and the added benefit of a dedicated home office.

Outside, the property enjoys a private rear garden backing onto woodland, ample off-road parking, and a peaceful semi-rural position within easy reach of Colchester and excellent transport connections.

The property opens into a welcoming entrance hall, complete with a convenient ground floor cloakroom.

The main living room is an impressive and inviting space, filled with natural light from a large front-facing window and further enhanced by patio doors opening directly onto the rear garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

Leading through from the main reception space is a separate dining area, ideal for both family meals and entertaining guests.

The adjoining kitchen has been fitted with an extensive range of units and integrated appliances, offering both style and practicality.

There is generous worktop space alongside a selection of built-in appliances, while an additional utility and storage area provides further functionality and valuable extra space.

A particularly useful feature of the ground floor is the self-contained office, which benefits from its own external access.

This flexible room could easily suit those working from home, running a business, or requiring a hobby room or studio space.

Upstairs, the first floor offers three comfortable bedrooms, all well-proportioned and arranged around a central landing.

The principal bedroom benefits from fitted furniture, while another bedroom enjoys access to a boarded loft area, ideal for additional storage.

The family bathroom has been stylishly updated in recent years and now provides a contemporary suite featuring both a separate shower enclosure and a luxurious jacuzzi bath, creating a relaxing and practical environment for everyday use.

To the rear, the garden has been designed with low maintenance in mind, featuring paved areas and an elevated decked seating space perfect for outdoor dining or entertaining.

Backing directly onto woodland, the garden enjoys an excellent degree of privacy and a peaceful outlook. A useful storage shed will also remain with the property.

To the front, the driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles, with gated side access leading through to the rear garden.

Aldham is a highly regarded village positioned to the west of Colchester, offering a charming rural feel while remaining exceptionally convenient for everyday amenities.

Nearby Stanway provides a wide range of shopping facilities, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure options, while excellent road links via the A12 and A120 make commuting straightforward.

Marks Tey station is also within easy reach, offering direct rail services into London Liverpool Street.

The area is particularly popular with families thanks to a selection of well-regarded schools nearby, alongside an abundance of countryside walks and open green spaces right on the doorstep.

Living Room 20' 4" x 14' 4" (6.20m x 4.37m) Dining Room 13' 9" x 8' 10" (4.19m x 2.69m) Kitchen 23' 10" x 6' 3" (7.26m x 1.91m) Utility 14' 8" x 5' 9" (4.47m x 1.75m) Bedroom One 13' 1" x 10' 3" (3.99m x 3.12m) Bedroom Two 13' 1" x 8' 11" (3.99m x 2.72m) Bedroom Three 11' 1" x 6' 11" (3.38m x 2.11m) Bathroom 8' 11" x 6' 11" (2.72m x 2.11m)