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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CO1 2RZ
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** Guide Price: £475,000 - £500,000 ** Beresfords are delighted to present this spacious four-bedroom detached family home, ideally positioned within the sought-after Riverside area of Colchester.
Boasting attractive river views from the bedrooms and direct access to Riverside Walk via a gate from the rear garden, this appealing property combines generous family accommodation with a desirable riverside setting.
The property is conveniently located within close proximity to Colchester’s historic city centre and Castle Park, both less than a five-minute walk away.
Colchester North station is also within easy reach, providing mainline connections to London Liverpool Street, alongside a range of local schools, amenities and Colchester Leisure World.
The ground floor accommodation is well laid out and comprises an entrance hallway leading to a convenient downstairs cloakroom, a spacious dual-aspect living room featuring a charming log burner and French doors opening onto the rear garden, and a fitted kitchen/dining room, ideal for everyday family life and entertaining.
An attached garage provides useful additional storage, with potential for alternative uses, subject to any necessary consents.
The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, accessed via a central landing, along with a modern four-piece family bathroom.
The bathroom is thoughtfully appointed with a separate shower and underfloor heating, adding a touch of luxury and ensuring comfort throughout the year.
Externally, the property enjoys an attractive rear garden featuring a patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.
A rear gate provides direct access to Riverside Walk, making this an excellent feature for those who enjoy riverside strolls and dog walking.
The garden further benefits from side access and a convenient hot and cold water tap. To the front, a driveway provides useful off-road parking.
Further benefits include smart heating controls via Nest, river views from the bedrooms, and excellent transport links.
Offering generous and versatile accommodation, off-road parking, an attached garage and further potential to extend, subject to the necessary planning permissions, the property occupies a desirable riverside setting.
Combining practical family living with an attractive location and scope for future enhancement, this home is ideally suited to growing families seeking both comfort and convenience.
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