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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CO4 5QN
Sold STCListed 275 days
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SUMMARY High Gables is a very well presented family home, tucked away in a peaceful countryside setting.
This impressive property offers five double bedrooms, two ensuites, and the lounge / dining room enjoys uninterrupted countryside views on two aspects.
High Gables offers flexible living at its very best.
Sitting within an enviable plot approaching 0.3 acres (stls), the garden is ideal for both relaxation and entertaining, and ample parking is provided via a double garage set at the end of a gated gravelled driveway.
Oil Fired Central Heating | EPC D Council Tax Band G | Tenure Freehold HEART OF THE HOME At the centre of the property lies the lounge / dining room bathed in natural light from two sets of bi-fold doors (south and east facing) in addition to a further set of sliding patio doors.
There's space for a large dining table, making this an ideal spot for sizeable gatherings or leisurely family meals, while the adjoining sitting area enjoys uninterrupted views of the garden and fields beyond.
On warmer days, throw open the bi-fold doors and extend your living space out to the terraces - perfect for summer entertaining.
Adjacent to the dining area is the kitchen with range style cooker and accompanying hood, integrated undercounter fridge and integrated dishwasher.
Ample storage is provided by a good array of cupboards and drawers.
The utility room provides further workspace and storage and the vendors have said that the free standing American fridge-freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer will all remain with the property once sold.
To the front of the property there is a cosy sitting room with bay window and an electric log burner set within the fireplace. A large open fireplace and chimney could be opened up if required.
There is a spacious study with room for two desks. The cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation. Ascending the stairs to the first floor there are five double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is to the front of the property and benefits from built in wardrobes.
The accompanying ensuite offers a double shower with both rainfall shower head and mixer hose attachment, handbasin set within a vanity unit, wc and heated towel rail.
Bedroom two is dual aspect to the rear of the property, with accompanying ensuite, making this an ideal guest room. Bedrooms three and five both come with built in wardrobes.
The family bathroom offers a double ended bath with mixer hose attachment, hand basin set within a vanity unit and wc.
OUTDOOR LIVING Outside, High Gables sits at the end of a gated gravelled driveway which offers a great deal of privacy.
Ample parking is provided in addition to the large double garage with power and light connected. There is plenty of space alongside the garage for additional storage.
To the side and rear, a sun terrace wraps around the property and takes in the wonderful countryside views on offer.
The garden itself is mainly laid to lawn, with established borders and raised vegetable beds. The oil tank is discreetly screened from view.
LOCATION The village of Boxted is nestled amongst some of the most wonderful parts of the North Essex / South Suffolk countryside on the edge of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, that provides endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring.
This well connected village offers a primary school for family buyers and is just minutes away from both the A12 and A134.
The bustling historic city of Colchester is a short drive away, and offers all the recreational, leisure and cultural attractions expected of a major regional centre.
Colchester's main line railway station is around five miles away and offers inter-city services to London Liverpool Street in around 50 minutes.
AGENTS NOTES Stamp Duty Land Tax will need to be paid to purchase this property. Please use the web link to the government website to assess your position.
Other charges such as solicitors fees and removal costs will also need to be considered. Our particulars are produced in good faith but can only be used as a guide to the property.
If there is any point of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will do our best to answer any queries prior to any viewing of the property.
Any measurements quoted are for guidance only.
No services, utilities or appliances have been tested and any prospective buyers are asked to commission their own independent experts to verify the conditions of the same.
These particulars, and any comments and observations (verbal or written), of the sales agents do not constitute representations of fact, or form part of any offer or contract, and the matters referred to should be independently verified by prospective buyers and their own independent experts.
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