* Guide Price £700,000 to £725,000 * Part of our Signature collection, this beautifully presented detached house is on an established road in a sought-after area, backing towards Lexden Park. The property sits in a plot approaching one fifth of an acre with attractive front and rear gardens, and is close to shops and local schooling.

This beautifully presented detached house is on an established road in a sought-after area, backing towards Lexden Park. The property sits in a plot approaching one fifth of an acre with attractive front and rear gardens, and is close to shops and local schooling.

Low Roofs has been modernised by the current owners, blending much of the original character with modern interiors. Planning permission has been granted for an extension to the current well-proportioned accommodation. There is off road parking to the front of the house, whilst outbuildings include a utility room, and at the rear of the plot further parking and a single garage.

The front porch has an oak entrance door which opens to the hall, with stairs leading to the first floor and a useful cupboard beneath, whilst at the end is a cloakroom. At the end of the hallway, the contemporary kitchen has a very modern feel with quartz worksurfaces and attractive units, whilst appliances include a range cooker with extractor, integral fridge, freezer and a wine chiller. There is space for a large freestanding island and a door to the side leads to the outbuilding/utility.

The spacious sitting room enjoys a dual aspect with French doors leading out to the private front garden, a central fireplace on the panelled wall, and a wider section at the rear of the room making an ideal study recess. The dining room also has a dual aspect with bow window to the front and a central fireplace.

On the first floor is a central landing with access into the roof space. The principal bedroom is located at the front of the house and features a large bow window and deep built-in wardrobes along one wall. The second bedroom is at the rear and also benefits from built-in storage, as well as a wonderful outlook over the gardens with a woodland backdrop. The third bedroom is at the front with a window recess overlooking the front garden and the family bathroom concludes the accommodation. The property is well screened from Parsons Hill by mature hedging creatin a private front garden with lawns. To the side is a private driveway which serves the 4 properties that front Parsons Hill. Low Roofs has private parking to the front of the house, whilst to the side is a an outbuilding with power connected that has plumbing for a washing machine and additional appliances.

The rear garden has a large, paved terrace with pergola, leading out to lawns with mature hedged borders and established trees, forming a delightful setting. At the rear of the garden is a detached single garage and further parking. In total the plot extends to around one fifth of an acre.


Location

Parsons Hill is on the western outskirts of Lexden, on the border with Prettygate, which provides local schooling and a parade of shops, including a Co-op supermarket. The house is close to Lexden Park where there is a footpath which provides access to woodland, open spaces and the lake, ideal for those that have a dog. Via Church Lane, there is access back to Lexden Road which leads to the city centre and is well known for its excellent schooling.

Colchester provides excellent facilities with wider educational facilities and a variety of shops. Tollgate Retail Park has multiple retailers, including Sainsburys, Boots, Aldi, M&S, Next, B&Q and Homebase. Colchester also has a mainline station with trains to London Liverpool Street, as well as coastal locations such as Clacton, Frinton and Harwich.

Directions

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Important Information

Services – We understand that mains electricity, water, gas and drainage are connected to the property
EPC rating – E
Council Tax Band – F
Tenure – Freehold
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