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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CO6 4EA
Listing removedReduced £15k (−2.3%) on 16 JulListed 123 days
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Located on a modern development in the popular village of Great Horkesley, an executive five bedroom detached family home with accommodation arranged over three floors, overlooking a greensward.
This stunning home has the added benefit of a detached double garage and landscaped rear garden.
Occupying a desirable position within a popular village to the north of Colchester, this impressive five-bedroom detached family home was built by Mersea Homes and offers three floors of beautifully presented and versatile accommodation.
Combining contemporary styling with generous living space, the property is ideally located for access to the A12 and Colchester North Station, providing direct links to London Liverpool Street.
The property is approached via an attractive front garden, with the entrance door opening into a welcoming reception hall featuring a useful storage cupboard, cloakroom and staircase to the upper floors.
To the front of the house, a versatile study/playroom enjoys a bay window fitted with shutters, while the elegant sitting room also benefits from a bay window, a feature log-burning stove and double doors leading through to the heart of the home.
The stunning open-plan kitchen and family room provides an exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining.
Boasting a vaulted ceiling, skylight windows and French doors opening onto the rear garden, this light-filled room creates a wonderful sense of space.
The contemporary kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of modern units with work surfaces and integrated appliances including Neff ovens, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, hob and extractor.
Stylish polished tiled flooring runs throughout the area, while a separate utility room provides additional storage and practicality.
The first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The principal bedroom enjoys views over the adjacent greensward and features built-in wardrobes, French doors opening onto a balcony and a stylish en-suite shower room.
Bedroom two also benefits from built-in storage and French doors leading to a balcony, while bedroom three overlooks the rear garden.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a bath with shower over, wash basin and WC.
The second floor provides two further double bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes, together with a contemporary shower room, making this level ideal for older children, guests or multi-generational living.
Externally, double gates provide access to a generous shingle driveway with EV charging point and detached double garage.
The rear garden is thoughtfully landscaped and enjoys a large patio terrace, central lawn and a variety of mature shrubs and trees, creating an attractive and private setting for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment.
Location Great Horkesley is one of North Essex's most desirable villages, offering a wonderful blend of rural charm and modern convenience.
The village is well served by local amenities, highly regarded schooling and picturesque countryside walks, whilst remaining within easy reach of Colchester city centre and excellent commuter links to London.
Directions Please use postcode CO6 4EA for satnav Important Information Council Tax Band - F Services - We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Oil-fired boiler. Tenure - Freehold EPC rating - D Our ref - plf
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