3-bedroom detached house · CO6 3QF
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About
This well-presented, detached bungalow sits on a quarter-of-an-acre plot, in an elevated position, in the west-side village of Eight Ash Green.
It is set back from Spring Lane, allowing for an impressive, block-paved driveway, affording parking space for several vehicles.
The peaceful, mature, rear garden, which is not overlooked, features a large, Limestone patio - perfect for entertaining.
The accommodation comprises a double-glazed porch, leading to the front door which opens onto the hall. Doors from the hall lead to the three bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen and bathroom.
The conservatory is accessed from the sitting room.
At the front of the bungalow is a block-paved driveway and, at the rear, is a large, south-east-facing garden, with outside tap and socket, shed and patio.
Eight Ash Green, a village to the west side of Colchester, is beloved both for its sense of community, evident in the 'village activities' on offer, and the way in which residents take pride in their surroundings, and its proximity to the city-centre, main-line train stations, the A12 and local shops, a library and doctors' surgeries.
The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside with walks from the door.
The heath, complete with cricket pitch and pavilion, is just a short stroll away, as is the very popular Cricketers’ public house. The village school is rated ‘Good‘.
The main-line train station, at Marks Tey, is 3 miles away, and Colchester North Station, 4 miles distant.
From Marks Tey, trains run directly to London Liverpool Street and, from Colchester, trains run directly to Norwich.
The A12 is about 1 mile away and a variety of shops is to be found at the Tollgate, and Stane, Retail Parks some 1.5 miles distant. Buses run along Halstead Road which is at the top of Spring Lane.
**ENQUIRIES** For all enquiries, viewing requests or to create your own listing please visit the Emoov website. If calling, please quote reference: S4897
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