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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · CO4 5LS
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About
Located in the popular Highwoods area, north of Colchester, Palmer & Partners are delighted to offer for sale this well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached property.
The property offers excellent access to a wide range of local amenities, schooling and transport links, making it an ideal family home.
The area is well served by local schools, including Highwoods Community Primary School and The Gilberd School, while everyday shopping is conveniently catered for by the nearby Tesco Superstore.
For leisure and outdoor enthusiasts, High Woods Country Park is close by, providing extensive green space, walking routes and recreational opportunities.
The property also benefits from easy access to Colchester city centre, Colchester North Station and the A12/A120, making it particularly convenient for commuters.
Leisure facilities are available nearby at Leisure World Colchester, while the surrounding area offers a variety of shops, restaurants and other everyday amenities.
Internally, the property comprises an entrance hall, a spacious lounge/dining room with sliding doors opening onto the rear garden, and a well-appointed kitchen.
On the first floor are three good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Outside, the property benefits from a private rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by a fantastic bar/man cave complete with a modern shower room.
There is also a garden room with a brick-built barbecue, creating an excellent space for entertaining guests and relaxing during the warmer months.
To the front, there is ample off-road parking via a block-paved driveway providing space for three to four cars, leading to the garage.
Palmer & Partners would advise an early internal viewing to fully appreciate the accommodation, garden and excellent location, and to avoid disappointment.
Entrance Hall (1.75m x 3.56m) Lounge/Diner (3.05m x 7.3m) Kitchen (2.2m x 3.66m) Landing (1.88m x 2.97m) Main Bedroom (3.02m x 3.43m) Bedroom Two (3.05m x 3.02m) Bedroom Three (2.4m x 2.36m) Bathroom (2.3m x 1.63m) Outbuilding Reception Room (3.38m x 4.5m) Shower Room (1.83m x 1.37m) Garden Room (3.86m x 4.01m) Garage (2.4m x 4.37m)
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