4-bedroom detached house · CO4 3FN
Listing removedReduced £25k (−5.6%) on 22 MayListed 238 days
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About
Situated in the highly sought-after Longridge area of Colchester, this spacious and beautifully presented four bedroom, two bathroom detached family home enjoys a prime position within easy reach of well-regarded primary and secondary schools, local amenities and excellent transport links.
The property welcomes you via an entrance porch leading into a bright and inviting hallway.
To the front aspect, the generous living room provides a comfortable space for relaxing and seamlessly flows through to the dining room, creating an ideal layout for both everyday family life and entertaining.
The dining room benefits from patio doors opening directly onto the rear garden, allowing for plenty of natural light and effortless indoor-outdoor living.
Leading off the dining room is a well-equipped, modern kitchen featuring an abundance of worktop and cupboard space, along with integrated appliances.
A convenient side door provides additional access to the rear garden.
Completing the ground floor, accessed from the hallway, is a versatile study/playroom – created from the rear portion of a garage conversion – offering the perfect space for home working or a children’s play area.
A downstairs WC adds further practicality. The first floor landing includes an airing cupboard and loft access.
The loft itself benefits from a built-in ladder and is fully boarded, providing excellent additional storage space.
The principal bedroom is a superb size and features two sets of built-in wardrobes along with a modern en-suite shower room.
There are three further well-proportioned bedrooms, all benefiting from built-in wardrobe or storage options. The family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.
The property enjoys a good-sized, enclosed rear garden, thoughtfully arranged with a patio seating area, a predominantly laid-to-lawn section, plus an additional shed and outbuilding for storage.
Side access leads to the front of the property where a driveway provides ample off-road parking for up to three vehicles.
The front of the garage is accessed via an electric roller door, with the garage itself currently converted into a gym.
There is also provision for an electric vehicle charger, adding further appeal for modern family living.
This excellent family home offers generous living accommodation, practical features and a desirable location – making it an ideal choice for growing families seeking space, convenience and comfort in Longridge.
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