4 bedroom detached house for sale

Wake up to sweeping countryside views stretching across rolling fields to Mersea Island and the Blackwater Estuary. Magnolia Cottage is a striking executive detached family home, idyllically set in the sought-after village of Peldon, offering space, style and a truly enviable setting.

From the moment you step into the welcoming entrance hall, this home impresses with its generous proportions and thoughtful layout. The elegant living room features a working fireplace and bi-fold doors opening into a stunning conservatory, perfectly positioned to enjoy uninterrupted rural views. Open plan to the beautifully re-fitted kitchen, this space becomes the heart of the home—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
The kitchen boasts quartz work surfaces, a central island with breakfast bar, and high-quality integrated appliances, while additional reception rooms include a formal dining room and a versatile study. Upstairs, four double bedrooms are complemented by a refitted family bathroom and a stylish en-suite to the master bedroom, again showcasing far-reaching countryside views.

Outside, Magnolia Cottage continues to delight. A large shingle driveway provides ample parking and leads to a detached garage, while the south-facing rear garden is a private haven. Timber decking, a pergola with mature climbing plants, an ornamental pond and open post-and-rail fencing all combine to create a tranquil outdoor space with breathtaking countryside outlooks—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

Peldon offers an idyllic rural setting framed by picturesque countryside, estuary views and a welcoming community atmosphere.

This attractive village is home to two popular pubs and is perfectly placed near the Colne and Blackwater Estuaries, providing endless opportunities for scenic walks, sailing and birdwatching. Steeped in history, Peldon features notable landmarks such as the 12th-century St Mary the Virgin Church, adding character and heritage to everyday life.

Community spirit thrives here, with residents enjoying the modern Peldon & Wigborough Community Hall, built in 2017, which hosts a wide range of activities and events and is also available for private hire. Despite its peaceful setting, Peldon remains well connected, with public transport links offering easy access to Colchester’s shops, healthcare, leisure facilities and cultural attractions, as well as convenient routes to the ever-popular Mersea Island. Colchester has excellent links into London Liverpool Street via the main line train station ideal for commuters.

If you are seeking a village lifestyle that blends countryside beauty, community warmth and excellent connectivity, Peldon is the perfect place to call home.

Homes of this calibre and location are rarely available. Contact us today to arrange your private viewing and experience the charm, space and views of Magnolia Cottage for yourself.