Off The Folley, Layer de la Haye, Essex, CO2 0JA

*KEY WORKER DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!* The Cygnet Plot 42, The Cygnet, is a large, detached house with double garage and parking.

Downstairs is perfectly proportioned offering a large Kitchen and Dining/Family Area featuring an integrated fridge freezer, and French doors leading onto the patio and east-facing garden from the dining area.

There is also a beautifully designed Living Room, with inglenook fireplace and wood burner. There is also a WC and Family Room/Snug on this level.

Upstairs the three bedrooms are doubles, with an en-suite shower room to the master bedroom.

All rooms upstairs have fitted storage, including the study which could be used as a fourth bedroom, and there is a further family bathroom. Ready Summer 2026. Dimensions Kitchen 3.425m x 3.262m 11'3?

x 10'9? Dining/Family/Area 5.643m x 3.425m 18'6? x 11'3? Living Room 4.655m x 3.650m 15'3? x 12'0? Family Room/Snug 3.050m x 2.130m 10'0? x 7'0?

Utility 2.425m x 1.500m 8'0" x 4'11" Master Bedroom 3.962m x 3.475m 13'0" x 11'5" Bedroom 2 3.962m x 3.659m 13'0" x 12'0" Bedroom 3 3.468m x 3.130m 11'5" x 10'3" Study 3.468m x 2.425m 11'5" x 8'0" About Monarch Rise This idyllic village offers nature on your doorstep.

Explore ancient woodlands, the Roman River Valley Nature Reserve with potential otter sightings, or nearby Mersea Island beaches.

Abberton Reservoir's internationally important wetland for wildfowl is just a 5-minute drive away.

Both inviting village pubs serve food, offering a choice of venues whether you're meeting friends for lunch or grabbing a snack after walking the dog.

Choose between the family-owned, traditional country pub, Donkey & Buskins, or the 16th-century pub, The Layer Fox, both within walking distance.

Other local dining options include Maine's restaurant at Kingsford Park Spa, The Peldon Rose, and the delightful seafood restaurants of Mersea.

Layer de la Haye boasts allotments, a children's play area, and a church.

Walk to the Premier convenience store and Post Office or Wick Farm Shop for your essentials, or drive to a nearby choice of supermarket, including a Waitrose & Partners.

Colchester has a weekly market and independent and High Street shops, including a Fenwick department store. Stanway's stores, coffee shops and restaurants, are less than 5 miles away.

Leading an active life is easy here. Walk or cycle the country lanes, sail at Mersea Island, or enjoy Layer de la Haye's recreation ground and multi-sport court.

The village hall offers Pilates, badminton, and fitness classes. Kingsford Park Bannatyne Health Club & Spa is a 3-minute drive, with a choice of golf clubs and Colchester gyms nearby.

Enjoy the entertainment and cultural attractions of Colchester including Wyvernwood, an immersive children's experience, or the renowned zoo.

Wildlife and birdwatching enthusiasts will enjoy Fingringhoe Wick. History fans have Colchester Castle and the Tudor Layer Marney Tower to explore.

Dedham Vale's inspiring natural beauty is just over 30 minutes away. Layer de la Haye CofE Primary School is a 10-minute walk and was Ofsted-rated Good in 2023.

A pre-school caters for youngsters aged 2-5. Colchester has a grammar school system, and pupils can sit an exam for selective schools. The Stanway School is an 11-16 school, Ofsted rated Good.

Older pupils can attend Colchester Sixth Form College or Colchester Institute. Independent schools include St Mary's School for Girls, Holmwood House, and Colchester High School.

University Centre Colchester and the University of Essex's Wivenhoe Campus offer degree courses.