5 Bed Detached House For Sale Colchester Road, Colchester, CO7

The frontage of this stunning property is enclosed by mature hedging and fencing, and accessed via a set of electronic wrought iron gates into a large tarmac driveway, with room to accommodate a number of parked vehicles. Covered parking is provided by a double garage with remote controlled doors, with an adjacent workshop and boiler room to the rear. Energy efficient solar panels are discretely placed on the roof of the garage to benefit from the south facing aspect. The pillared entrance porch, on a raised paved area, sets the scene for the contemporary and sharp interiors to be found within. On entering the property, you will be greeted by a magnificent entrance hallway with solid wood floor and an impressive staircase with glass balustrade leading to the upper floors. Immediately to the right is a purpose-built study with bespoke fitted cabinetry, and pleasant views across the front of the house. To the left is a guest cloakroom and a rarely seen purpose-built lift, allowing easy access to the first-floor accommodation.

Area Guide: Great Bromley is a charming village situated on the eastern outskirts of Colchester, approximately 8 miles away. This quaint village offers a range of local amenities, including a church, a welcoming public house, and a well-regarded primary school. It enjoys a strategic location, providing convenient access to the coast via either the A133 or the A120.

The nearest town, Manningtree, is around 6 miles away and offers a wide array of local conveniences, including shops, supermarkets, a secondary school, and a mainline railway station with services running along both the Harwich and Norwich lines, connecting to London's Liverpool Street.

For those seeking further educational opportunities, Colchester boasts a Sixth Form College, while the University of Essex is located on the eastern fringes of the town.

Front Aspect -

Entrance Hall - 5.9 x 4.5 (19'4\" x 14'9\") -

Study - 4.2 x 3.0 (13'9\" x 9'10\") -

Downstairs Wc -

Kitchen & Dining Room - 9.0 x 7.4 (29'6\" x 24'3\") - Passing through the entrance hallway the house opens up to reveal the fabulous open plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room which is the heart and soul of this magnificent residence. The contemporary kitchen with its clean lines and porcelain tiled floor boasts a host of integrated appliances, including three ovens (two of which can also be used as microwaves and one as a steam oven), a warming oven, a large American fridge, induction hob, a ducked-out extractor hood, dishwasher, granite worksurfaces, a wealth of storage, two sinks and built-in surround sound.

Utility Room - The ever-important utility room is equipped with plenty of storage space, plumbing for a washing machine and that all important access from the garden, ideal for dirty boots and family pets after a muddy walk in the surrounding countryside.

Garden Room - 5.4 x 3.9 (17'8\" x 12'9\") - The carefully crafted and designed triple aspect garden room is an absolute joy to sit in. It is one of the current owners' favourite places in the house, and they never tire of the views it affords across the terrace and the beautiful garden space beyond.

Sitting Room - 6.8 x 4.2 (22'3\" x 13'9\") - Double doors lead to a tranquil sitting room, also with built-in surround sound, and a feature fireplace with woodburning stove, where one can relax whilst looking out to the beautifully landscaped south facing garden, via a set of bifold doors. The entire ground floor lends itself to one fantastic space for entertaining, but by closing the doors the sitting room, it becomes a more cosy intimate space for evenings in with just the family.

First Floor Landing - Ascending to the first floor, four double bedrooms lead off a spacious central landing, three of which benefit from fitted wardrobes and storage. All four bedrooms are ensuite, with the master boasting a particularly spectacular bathroom with freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. The fifth bedroom is located on the second floor and also benefits from an ensuite and fitted storage.

Master Suite - 6.0 x 4.5 (19'8\" x 14'9\") -

Master En-Suite - 4.3 x 4.1 (14'1\" x 13'5\") -

Second Bedroom - 6.2 x 4.3 (20'4\" x 14'1\") -

Second Floor Landing -

Second Bedroom En-Suite - 3.6 x 2.5 (11'9\" x 8'2\") -

Third Bedroom - 4.5 x 3.6 (14'9\" x 11'9\") -

Third Bedroom En-Suite - 2.2 x 2.0 (7'2\" x 6'6\") -

Fourth Bedroom - 4.3 x 4.0 (14'1\" x 13'1\") -

Fourth Bedroom En-Suite - 2.3 x 1.5 (7'6\" x 4'11\") -

Fifth Bedroom - 6.5 x 4.8 (21'3\" x 15'8\") -

Fifth Bedroom En-Suite - 3.1 x 1.5 (10'2\" x 4'11\") -

Rear Aspect - The grounds have been beautifully landscaped and maintained, and reflect the care that has been taken over this property, both internally and externally. Starting with a completely blank canvas, the owners have created a wonderful garden full of interest all year round, with mature trees and shrubs and a well-kept laurel hedge which encircles the entire garden, affording a high level of privacy. Paved, sun filled seating areas provide the perfect setting for socialising with friends and family.