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About
An impressive four bedroom detached home situated on Deben Road, this property occupies a beautiful plot in the highly sought after Parsons Heath area.
Perfectly positioned, it backs directly onto the stunning Welshwood Park, offering peaceful surroundings, scenic walks, and a wonderful sense of privacy, all while remaining close to Colchester City Centre and within easy reach of excellent primary and secondary schools, amenities, and transport links.
As you step inside, a generous hallway welcomes you and sets the tone for the spacious accommodation throughout.
To the right, the living room stretches the full depth of the home, enjoying dual aspect natural light from windows on one side and patio doors on the other.
A central fireplace adds charm and character, and the room offers ample space to create a warm, inviting environment tailored to your own style.
To the opposite side of the property, the kitchen provides excellent cupboard storage and generous work surfaces.
With a touch of modernisation, it has the potential to become a truly impressive culinary space.
A separate utility room offers additional storage and room for appliances, keeping the main kitchen area clear and functional.
At the rear, the dining room enjoys large windows and a lovely outlook over the garden.
Though each room is separate, the layout flows beautifully, creating a sense of connection and ease throughout the ground floor.
Upstairs, the home continues to impress with four well proportioned bedrooms.
The main bedroom is a bright and comfortable retreat, complete with large built in wardrobes and a spacious en suite shower room.
The three further bedrooms are all generous in size, two able to accommodate a double bed with room for additional furniture. A well appointed family bathroom completes the first floor.
Externally, the property truly excels. The rear garden is wonderfully private, thoughtfully landscaped with mature shrub borders, a lawned area, and a patio ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation.
Side access adds convenience, and from the garden you can reach the double garage, perfect for storage or hobby use.
To the front, the property boasts an exceptional frontage, with a sweeping driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, framed by lawn and established planting on either side.
The sense of space and presentation here is truly unmatched. This is a home that offers space, tranquillity, and convenience in equal measure.
With its enviable position backing Welshwood Park, generous proportions throughout, and exceptional plot, it represents a rare opportunity in Parsons Heath.
Disclaimer These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers.
Neither Knight Residential Limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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