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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · CO5 7BX
Sold STCReduced £25k (−3.4%) on 18 JulListed 132 days
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About
Part of our Signature collection - Situated in the sought-after village of Fingringhoe, just south of Colchester, this impressive detached family home occupies a generous plot of approximately 0.4 acres.
Offering spacious and versatile accommodation throughout, the property features four well-proportioned bedrooms, three reception rooms, a double garage, and an extensive driveway providing ample off-road parking.
Set within attractive grounds, this substantial home combines village living with excellent space for modern family life.
The property is accessed via a welcoming entrance hall featuring a front-facing window, staircase rising to the first floor, and useful understairs storage.
A cloakroom comprises an obscure front-facing window, low-level WC, wash hand basin, and radiator.
The generously proportioned dining room enjoys a box bay window to the front elevation and flows seamlessly into the lounge through double doors.
The spacious lounge is a wonderful entertaining space, featuring windows and French doors opening onto the rear garden, a feature fireplace, and radiator.
The heart of the home is the impressive kitchen, fitted with a range of granite work surfaces incorporating a butler sink, an extensive selection of base and eye-level units, and a Rangemaster cooker.
A central island provides additional storage, space for a fridge and freezer beneath, and breakfast bar seating, creating an ideal space for both everyday family life and entertaining.
Complementing the kitchen is a separate utility room with direct access to the garden, fitted sink unit, matching storage cupboards, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and space for a tumble dryer.
A further reception room or fround floor bedroom, currently utilised as a sitting room/playroom, benefits from a front-facing window and radiator, offering flexible accommodation to suit a variety of lifestyles.
The first-floor landing provides access to the loft space, airing cupboard, and all principal rooms.
Bedrooms One and Two are both spacious double rooms overlooking the rear garden and each benefit from a private en-suite shower room comprising a shower enclosure, low-level WC, wash hand basin, radiator, and obscure window.
Bedrooms Three and Four are also well-proportioned double bedrooms, both with windows to the front and a radiator.
The family bathroom is beautifully appointed and features a corner bath, separate shower enclosure, low-level WC, wash hand basin, radiator, and obscure front-facing window.
Outside Externally, the property is approached via an extensive gravel driveway, providing ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles.
Further enhancing the property's appeal is a detached double garage, featuring twin up-and-over doors and a convenient side access door.
The generous rear garden is a particular highlight, offering an excellent degree of privacy and enjoying a picturesque backdrop.
A substantial patio area provides the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the remainder of the garden is predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a variety of mature trees, shrubs, and established planting.
Location Fingringhoe is a highly regarded and picturesque village situated approximately six miles south-east of Colchester, nestled within the beautiful Essex countryside.
Renowned for its rural charm, strong sense of community, and attractive surrounding landscapes, the village offers a peaceful lifestyle while remaining conveniently accessible to the city and its amenities.
The village benefits from a range of local facilities, including a well-regarded primary school, village hall, church, public house, and recreational areas.
Nature enthusiasts are particularly drawn to the area, with the nearby Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park providing miles of scenic walks, diverse wildlife habitats, and stunning views across the Colne Estuary.
The historic city of Colchester offers an extensive selection of shopping, leisure, educational, and dining facilities, together with excellent transport links.
Mainline railway services from Colchester Station provide regular services to London Liverpool Street, making the area popular with commuters seeking a balance between countryside living and city accessibility.
Surrounded by open farmland, river walks, and attractive villages, Fingringhoe offers a rare combination of tranquillity, natural beauty, and convenience, making it one of the area's most sought-after village locations.
Directions Please use the postcode CO5 7BX for SatNav.
Important Information Council Tax Band - G Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
We also understand the UPVC windows and boiler have been replaced recently. Tenure - Freehold EPC rating - tbc Ref - COL260487/kid
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