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4 bedroom detached house
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- A contemporary detached four / five bed chalet
- Private setting on an old orchard of approximately 0.92 acres
- Open plan kitchen and garden room leading to a surrounding terrace
- Master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Living room, dining room and first floor family room
- Sweeping gravel driveway with space for parking numerous vehicles
- Detached double garage
- Accommoadtion extends to approximately 2701sq.ft
- Far reaching views over water and open countryside
- Short journey to town centre and beach
Previously a single storey home, the property has not only been renovated stylishly throughout, it has been extended and given a first floor so that the house has light interiors and far reaching views over the Strood Channel between Mersea and the mainland.
The interior of the house showcases immaculate natural material finishes with solid oak flooring, slate tiling and newly installed anthracite picture windows that bring natural light into the house whilst being able to view the manicured lawns and orchard in privacy. The addition of a first floor provides a further reception room with versatile use and a new master bedroom downstairs has been extended to include a stylish contemporary en-suite. The spacious kitchen at the rear opens up into the garden room with french doors that lead out onto a slate terrace that mirrors much of the interior, a perfect setting for entertaining and relaxing. The terrace extends all the way around the rear to the living room providing multiple private outdoor areas to enjoy.
The property is approached via a sweeping private gravelled driveway providing off road parking for numerous vehicles which leads to the detached double garage. The well-manicured gardens incorporate various established trees, plants and hedging throughout with views over the former orchard and open countryside to the rear. There is tranquillity and wildlife in abundance yet with its location provides only a short commute to nearby Colchester and the mainline stations.
TENURE - Freehold
COUNCIL TAX - E
LOCAL AUTHORITY - Colchester
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water, private drainage, oil
Rooms
What's Nearby
The island of Mersea lies to the South of Colchester between the Blackwater and Colne estuaries. Mersea Island has a flourishing and friendly community. This property is a short walk to the beach, town centre and anchorage. Amenities including local stores as well as Tesco and Co-Op Supermarkets, Doctors, Dentist, Vets and a local Primary School.
The island is ideal for any water sports enthusiasts and is home to very active kite sailing and microlight flying clubs. West Mersea is of course very well known for its yacht club, sailing club, bars and restaurants, including the well renowned Company Shed and White Hart Inn. There are many sailing events taking place on the island throughout the year including the annual Regatta.
Within Easy Reach
For a health and leisure activities Bannatyne spa and health club near Layer de la Haye is a 15 minute drive. Five Lakes Golf and Country Club is 25 minutes
20 minute drive is Colchester and its high street shops, cafes and leisure facilities is within easy reach and there is also a good range of schools in both the private and public sector. Colchester has great access to the A12 and Colchester North Station offering direct link to London Liverpool Street with services running every 15 minutes.
Disclaimer
Chewton Rose Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. We make detailed enquiries of the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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