4-bedroom house · CO3 9EA
Sold STCReduced £25k (−6.3%) on 27 SepListed 84 days
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Property Description Situated within the highly sought after Lexden area of Colchester, this well proportioned four bedroom detached family home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, ideal for modern family living.
Occupying a pleasant residential position, the property benefits from a generous rear garden, conservatory, double garage to the side and off street parking for two vehicles.
The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading into a bright and spacious reception room, providing an excellent space for relaxing and entertaining.
A separate dining room offers the perfect setting for formal dining or family gatherings, whilst the fitted kitchen provides ample cupboard and worktop space with scope for further modernisation if desired.
Completing the ground floor is a useful cloakroom/WC together with a conservatory overlooking the rear garden, creating an additional reception area that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
On the first floor are four well proportioned bedrooms together with a family bathroom & en suite bathroom.
Externally, the property enjoys an enclosed rear garden offering an excellent outdoor space for families and entertaining.
To the front is off street parking for two vehicles leading to the double garage positioned to the side of the property, offering excellent storage, workshop potential or further parking.
The property is ideally positioned for excellent schools, local shopping facilities, transport links and commuter routes including the A12 and Marks Tey and Colchester railway stations with direct services into London Liverpool Street.
Approximately 1.3 miles from Colchester Royal Grammar School, one of Essex's most highly regarded selective grammar schools, making the property well positioned for families seeking access to outstanding education.
Colchester Railway Station – 1.9 miles Approx. 6–8 minute drive Mainline station with direct services to London Liverpool Street , Ipswich, Norwich and Chelmsford.
The principal railway station serving Colchester. Colchester Town Railway Station – 2.3 miles Approx.
8–10 minute drive Branch line station with regular services to Colchester and connections onto the Great Eastern Main Line. Marks Tey Railway Station – 3.0 miles Approx.
7–9 minute drive Mainline station offering direct services to London Liverpool Street, Colchester, Ipswich and Norwich, plus branch line services to Sudbury. Hythe Railway Station – 3.3 miles Approx.
10–12 minute drive Convenient for the University of Essex and eastern Colchester, with services to Colchester Town and connections onwards.
Chappel & Wakes Colne Railway Station – 4.5 miles Approx. 10–12 minute drive Station on the Sudbury branch line, serving the surrounding villages and home to the East Anglian Railway Museum.
Transport Facilities A12 (London & Ipswich) – approximately 2.0 miles A120 (Stansted Airport) – approximately 4.5 miles Mellor Chase Bus Stop – approximately 0.2 miles King Coel Road Bus Stops – approximately 0.2 miles Halstead Road Bus Stops – approximately 0.2 miles Regular bus services to Colchester City Centre, Stanway, Tollgate, Marks Tey and surrounding villages.
Nearby Schools Lexden Primary School – 0.3 miles Home Farm Primary School – 0.5 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary School – 0.6 miles Holmwood House Independent School – 0.3 miles Stanway Primary School – 0.8 miles The Stanway School – 0.8 miles St Benedict's Catholic College – 1.1 miles Colchester County High School for Girls – 1.1 miles Philip Morant School & College – 1.3 miles The Gilberd School – approximately 2.8 miles Shopping & Leisure Facilities Tollgate Retail Park – 1.3 miles Stane Retail Park – 1.6 miles Colchester City Centre – 2.3 miles Morrisons Daily – 0.7 miles Sainsbury's Stanway – 1.8 miles Aldi Stanway – 1.9 miles Lidl Stanway – 2.0 miles Tesco Extra Highwoods – 4.4 miles Colchester Leisure World – 2.2 miles Colchester Castle Park – 2.5 miles Local Authority Colchester City Council Council Tax Band D Tenure Freehold Sales Particulars Disclaimer These sales particulars are intended only as a guide and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
They are provided in good faith and are believed to be correct at the time of publication; however, they should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves by inspection, survey, searches, and professional advice as to the accuracy and completeness of all information contained within these particulars.
Neither the seller nor the selling agent makes any representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided.
All dimensions, floor areas, distances, boundaries, and measurements are approximate and are provided for guidance only.
Floor plans are not to scale and are intended solely to illustrate the general layout of the property. Purchasers should verify all measurements before entering into any commitment.
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Information relating to tenure, lease length, ground rent, service charges, council tax, planning permissions, building regulations, listed building status, conservation areas, rights of way, easements, restrictive covenants, parking arrangements, utilities, broadband availability, mobile coverage, flood risk, environmental matters, and other material information is provided in good faith where available but should be independently verified through the purchaser's solicitor, surveyor, local authority searches, and other appropriate enquiries.
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Purchasers are encouraged to raise any questions and complete all necessary due diligence before exchanging contracts.
EPC Rating: C Location Located in the ever popular Lexden district of Colchester, Firstore Drive is regarded as one of the town's most desirable residential locations.
The property enjoys easy access to highly regarded primary and secondary schools, excellent shopping facilities including Tollgate Retail Park and Stane Retail Park, Colchester city centre, leisure facilities and a wide selection of restaurants and cafés.
For commuters, Colchester Railway Station offers regular direct services to London Liverpool Street, whilst the nearby A12 provides convenient road access towards Chelmsford, the M25 and the East Coast.
The area is also well served by regular local bus services and numerous recreational facilities including parks, golf courses and countryside walks.
Disclaimer Important Notice These particulars are carefully prepared and are intended to provide a general guide only.
They do not constitute any part of an offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements of fact.
All descriptions, measurements, floor plans, distances and other details are given in good faith but are approximate.
Prospective purchasers or tenants should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information through inspection or other appropriate means.
Information relating to tenure, services, planning permissions and fixtures and fittings has not been verified and should be independently confirmed.
Lastra Property Group gives no warranty and accepts no responsibility for any errors, omissions or misstatements.
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