2-bedroom house · CO2 0NG
For saleListed 66 days
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***guide price £425,000 - £450,000*** Palmer & Partners are delighted to present this beautifully renovated two-bedroom detached home, combining charming period features with a contemporary and stylish finish.
The property has undergone renovation by the current owners, creating a superbly presented home with high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout.
Situated in the picturesque village of Birch, the property benefits from a peaceful countryside setting while remaining within easy reach of Colchester.
Birch is a popular village with a strong community feel and a range of local amenities, including Birch Church of England Primary School, the Memorial Hall, an art gallery and a traditional village pub.
Colchester city centre is just a short drive away, offering an extensive selection of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities, including the popular Colchester Zoo.
For commuters, the village is served by regular bus services and is conveniently positioned for Marks Tey railway station, providing direct services to London Liverpool Street.
The surrounding area also offers a number of highly regarded schools, including Gosbecks Primary School, Colchester County High School for Girls and Colchester Royal Grammar School.
The property itself begins with a welcoming entrance hall, leading to a useful ground floor cloakroom and the impressive open-plan kitchen/dining/family room.
The kitchen has been finished to a high standard, featuring sleek high-gloss cabinetry, stylish matte-finish work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances, including a dishwasher and wine cooler.
The generous living room is a particularly attractive space, benefiting from a floor-to-ceiling window which floods the room with natural light.
Upstairs, the first floor provides two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both benefiting from their own en-suite shower rooms and useful eaves storage.
The principal bedroom is further enhanced by a walk-in wardrobe.
Externally, the property features a beautifully landscaped, low-maintenance rear garden with a dedicated decking area, ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining.
To the front, a private driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads directly to the double garage, offering secure parking and excellent additional storage.
Palmer & Partners strongly advise an early internal viewing to fully appreciate the standard and appeal of this exceptional home.
Entrance Hall WC Living Room/Family Room (8.08m x 6.3m) Dining Room (2.82m x 3.53m) Kitchen (2.7m x 2.2m) Landing Bedroom (3.4m x 4.3m) En-Suite (1.7m x 1.63m) Bedroom (2.26m x 4.65m) En-Suite (1.5m x 1.52m) Dressing Area (1.5m x 1.7m) Double Garage (5.6m x 4.8m) Store (2.4m x 2.5m)
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