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Features and description
- Stunning four-bedroom village residence
- One or two-bedroom self-contained annex
- Four modern bathrooms
- Fully refurbished and upgraded within the last two years
- Generous plot of approximately 0.6 acres (STMS)
- Ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles
- Detached double garage with additional storage space above
- Beautiful views over open countryside
- Conveniently located a short distance of the village centre
- Easy access to mainline train station via a short drive
Set in the picturesque village of Colne Engaine, the home enjoys a warm and welcoming community atmosphere. The village offers a primary school, local convenience store, traditional pub and a Grade I Listed church dating back to around 1100 AD. Surrounded by open countryside, residents can enjoy scenic walks and cycle routes from the doorstep. Nearby Earls Colne provides additional shops and amenities, with convenient access to the A120, A12 and mainline rail services.
The main house is generously proportioned, providing around 4,253 sq ft of flexible accommodation arranged over three floors, all beautifully refurbished in 2022/2023. The property sits within approximately 0.6 acres of grounds and enjoys excellent privacy, set back from the road with attractive undulating views to the rear.
In addition to the main residence, there are two independent annexes, each with a private entrance—one accessible internally from the main house. Both benefit from shared use of a dedicated office and laundry room.
The principal accommodation includes an entrance hall, cloakroom, living room, sitting room, snug, newly fitted kitchen with island, dining/sun room, utility room with access to an integral garage/store, and a study that can be incorporated into either the main house or one of the annexes. On the first floor, the principal suite features a balcony, dressing room and en-suite bathroom, alongside three further bedrooms served by two family bathrooms.
Outside, the property has a detached double garage with a versatile room above, currently used as a playroom. A large driveway provides ample parking. The beautifully tended gardens, predominantly west-facing, feature expansive lawns, mature trees and stunning views across the Colne Valley. Additional outbuildings include a tool shed, large log cabin and two children’s summerhouses.
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What's Nearby
The village of Colne Engaine has an excellent shop, primary school and local pub, is set in countryside and is close to many pretty villages.
The historic and picturesque market town of Halstead is approximately 5-minute’s drive away and Colchester approximately 30 minutes, both offering a wide range of shops and eateries. Additionally some four to five miles away is the renowned Essex Golf and Country Club. There is easy access to the A12, M11 and M25 with Marks Tey mainline station approximately 15-20 minute’s drive offering regular services to London Liverpool Street. Also located close by is Chappel and Wakes Colne railway station which is on the Gainsborough Line, a branch off the Great Eastern Main Line to Sudbury serving the village of Wakes Colne and the neighbouring Chappel also providing access to London Liverpool Street and is situated between Marks Tey and Bures.
Services
TENURE - Freehold
COUNCIL TAX - G
LOCAL AUTHORITY - Colchester
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage, oil
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