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Area stats4 bedroom bungalow for sale
Malting Green Road, Colchester CO2
Study
Bungalow
4 beds
4 baths
3710
EPC rating: C
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
Broadband: Super-fast 47Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Immaculate 3/4 bedroom single storey dwelling
- Capacious sitting room
- Newly fitted kitchen/breakfast room
- Dining room
- Four bathrooms
- Study/bedroom
- Office
- Wash room/utility room
- Detached double garage
- 1.15 acres
Set within a mature plot of approximately 1.15 acres, The Birches is an impressive detached residence offering both privacy and presence.
The property is approached via a sweeping driveway which positions the house over 300 feet back from Malting Green Road, creating a secluded and prestigious setting.
In recent years the property has been comprehensively remodelled and significantly enhanced by the current owners. These improvements include a large extension, the installation of a stylish kitchen/breakfast room and the construction of a detached double garage, all designed to complement the character and scale of the home.
The result is a beautifully presented residence combining modern living with generous grounds, offering both space and privacy in this highly desirable village location.
Accommodation
Entry to the house is via a storm porch leading to the entrance hall. On your right is a capacious and sun filled sitting room with commanding inglenook fireplace. From here an inner hall gives way to the principal bedroom which comes with en-suite. Access is also given to the family bathroom and inner lobby offering vast amounts of storage space. Moving back through the sitting room, double doors give way to the sizable dining room which is semi open aspect to recently installed kitchen which has a vaulted ceiling. Moving on an inner hall gives access to the utility room and office. The extension comprises of a 17ft wash room/utility, a study which can double up as a further bedroom and a further double bedroom with walk in wardrobe and en-suite shower.
Outside
As previously mentioned the grounds amount to approximately 1.15 acres. The rear garden commences with large sun terrace with the garden being laid to well-tended lawn bordered by trees. Post and rail fencing to the rear providing a wild garden. There is also a detached timber store. The newly constructed detached double garage has an attached store to the rear.
WHAT'S NEARBY
Layer de La Haye has its own primary school, two public houses and, a local village store which provide s shopping for your everyday needs. There is also an excellent farm shop selling local produce and home reared meat.
A short drive is Abberton Reservoir and visitor centre, perfect for a family afternoon stroll to discover an abundance of wildlife, particularly the large variety of butterflies, birds and wildfowl. Very popular with birdwatchers and photographers.
Within 5 minutes drive is Bannatyne Spa and Health club, with fitness and beauty facilities, indoor pool, and licenced cafe.
10 minute drive is the Roman town of Colchester which offers a wide range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities as well as a mainline railway station with links to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 50 minutes.
WITHIN EASY REACH
An alternative train station at Marks Tey is approximately 15
minutes away by car and also operates a service into London. The A12 which takes motorists south into London, north towards Ipswich and A14, is roughly 10 minutes away. Stansted airport is approximately 45 minutes drive.
The seaside resorts of West Mersea and Frinton are both within easy reach. Mersea Island, being the nearest, is famed for its yachting, watersport facilities and sea food restaurants. Frinton offers superb sandy beaches and clear waters.
The property is approached via a sweeping driveway which positions the house over 300 feet back from Malting Green Road, creating a secluded and prestigious setting.
In recent years the property has been comprehensively remodelled and significantly enhanced by the current owners. These improvements include a large extension, the installation of a stylish kitchen/breakfast room and the construction of a detached double garage, all designed to complement the character and scale of the home.
The result is a beautifully presented residence combining modern living with generous grounds, offering both space and privacy in this highly desirable village location.
Accommodation
Entry to the house is via a storm porch leading to the entrance hall. On your right is a capacious and sun filled sitting room with commanding inglenook fireplace. From here an inner hall gives way to the principal bedroom which comes with en-suite. Access is also given to the family bathroom and inner lobby offering vast amounts of storage space. Moving back through the sitting room, double doors give way to the sizable dining room which is semi open aspect to recently installed kitchen which has a vaulted ceiling. Moving on an inner hall gives access to the utility room and office. The extension comprises of a 17ft wash room/utility, a study which can double up as a further bedroom and a further double bedroom with walk in wardrobe and en-suite shower.
Outside
As previously mentioned the grounds amount to approximately 1.15 acres. The rear garden commences with large sun terrace with the garden being laid to well-tended lawn bordered by trees. Post and rail fencing to the rear providing a wild garden. There is also a detached timber store. The newly constructed detached double garage has an attached store to the rear.
WHAT'S NEARBY
Layer de La Haye has its own primary school, two public houses and, a local village store which provide s shopping for your everyday needs. There is also an excellent farm shop selling local produce and home reared meat.
A short drive is Abberton Reservoir and visitor centre, perfect for a family afternoon stroll to discover an abundance of wildlife, particularly the large variety of butterflies, birds and wildfowl. Very popular with birdwatchers and photographers.
Within 5 minutes drive is Bannatyne Spa and Health club, with fitness and beauty facilities, indoor pool, and licenced cafe.
10 minute drive is the Roman town of Colchester which offers a wide range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities as well as a mainline railway station with links to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 50 minutes.
WITHIN EASY REACH
An alternative train station at Marks Tey is approximately 15
minutes away by car and also operates a service into London. The A12 which takes motorists south into London, north towards Ipswich and A14, is roughly 10 minutes away. Stansted airport is approximately 45 minutes drive.
The seaside resorts of West Mersea and Frinton are both within easy reach. Mersea Island, being the nearest, is famed for its yachting, watersport facilities and sea food restaurants. Frinton offers superb sandy beaches and clear waters.
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Crime score
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