3-bedroom detached house · CO1 1XS
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About
A well-presented three bedroom chalet-style property occupying an enviable position backing directly onto Kings Meadow and Lower Castle park, with established wrap-around gardens, off-road parking, a garage and attached workshop and only a 10-minute walk from Colchester North mainline station.
The accommodation begins with an entrance porch leading into a welcoming hallway.
The ground floor offers a spacious double-aspect lounge / dining room providing excellent natural light, a modern fitted kitchen, and an adjoining sun room overlooking the garden.
There is also a ground floor bathroom and a separate WC, adding practicality for family living.
To the first floor, the property features a generous main bedroom with built-in wardrobes, two further well-proportioned bedrooms, and a contemporary shower room.
Externally, the property benefits from a driveway providing off-road parking and access to a garage with an attached workshop to the rear.
The well-established gardens wrap around the property and are bordered by mature hedging and fencing, creating a private and attractive outdoor setting.
A particular highlight is the direct pathway from the garden to Kings Meadow, offering convenient pedestrian access through the recently refurbished footbridge into Castle Park and onward to Colchester city centre.
Location and Amenities Kings Meadow Road is ideally situated for access to Colchester city centre, with its wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes and leisure facilities.
Castle Park, one of the town’s most popular green spaces is on the doorstep and easily reached on foot.
Colchester Town and Colchester North mainline railway stations are within easy walking distance, offering direct services to London Liverpool Street.
Road users benefit from straightforward access to the A12, connecting to Ipswich, Chelmsford and the wider Essex area.
This property represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious and versatile home in a convenient and well-connected location, ideal for families and commuters alike.
Ground Floor Porch Entrance Hall Lounge / Dining Room 22' 6" x 12' 5" Kitchen 7' 9" x 12' 10" Sun Room 10' 9" x 8' 1" Bathroom 8' 3" x 5' 8" WC First Floor Bedroom One 19' 5" x 9' 10" Bedroom Two 8' 5" x 12' 5" Bedroom Three 10' 9" x 9' 5" Shower Room 3' 9" x 9' 4" External Features Garage 16' 5" x 9' 2" Workshop 12' 0" x 9' 2"
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