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4 Bed Detached House For Sale Ivy Lodge Road, Colchester, CO6

£1,500,000- Detached

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Last Updated: 8th May 2024

Description

Part of our Signature collection, this delightfully situated four bedroom detached house stands in grounds approaching 6.5 acres. There are a range of outbuildings, including triple garaging with studio above, located in a commutable village close to the Essex/Suffolk border.

Saxon House enjoys grounds which include gardens with a pond, woodland with a brook, and a paddock which sides onto the Essex Way. The house has replacement double glazing and oil fired central heating and offers accommodation over two floors extending to around 3,800 sq ft.

\r\rThe entrance lobby provides space for boots and coats, leading through to a large reception hall with stair flight rising to the first floor. The sitting room enjoys a dual aspect and leads to the store room or second study. There is a spacious conservatory with French doors opening out to the garden, with a glass roof, tiled flooring and plenty of space for entertaining. Double doors lead to the family room which has been opened up to the study. The garden room benefits from a 10’7” high vaulted ceiling, with a wood burner and French doors.

At the heart of the home is the impressive kitchen breakfast room, comprehensively fitted with quartz work surfaces and ample storage, with an attractive and stylish finish. Built- in appliances include a dishwasher, fridge and separate freezer, induction hob with extractor above and double oven. A side lobby provides access to the cloakroom, boot room and utility, with space for appliances including plumbing for a washing machine. The oil-fired boiler is located externally in the boiler room.

Stairs lead to the first floor landing, with a storage cupboard and airing cupboard. The principal bedroom has a dressing area with space for wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. The second bedroom would make an ideal guest suite, with a dressing area and steps down to a double bedroom with dual aspect and an ensuite bathroom. The third bedroom is an impressive size, with dual aspect and wardrobe, whilst the fourth bedroom enjoys views of the garden, with a wardrobe recess and further storage room. Finally, the main bathroom has a corner shower cubicle, panelled bath, dual wash hand basins and a wc.

Outside

The property is approached by a sweeping shingle drive, passing lawns and leading to a parking area in front of the detached triple garage, with electric up and over doors and a large studio above which is accessed via an external staircase. A five-bar gate leads to the former double garage, which is now structurally defective. Next to this is a detached workshop with power and light connected. Beyond this area are a range of outbuildings, predominantly used as garden stores, and there is a vegetable garden with fruit cage and greenhouse.

The rear garden has a large patio and is predominantly laid to lawn, with a variety of trees and a large pond. Beyond the outbuildings is a large field of long grass, which could be suitable as a paddock. The property is screened alongside the Essex Way with woodland and a brook creating privacy. In total, the grounds extend to 6.5 acres.

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Location

The village of Great Horkesley is approximately 3 miles to the north of Colchester city centre. The village has good local amenities including a primary school and nursery, village hall and green with children’s play area. There are two public houses and restaurants, a petrol station and garage, along with two churches. The village is conveniently positioned for access to the A12, hospital and straight forward access to Colchester North Station, with services to London Liverpool Street. Colchester offers wider educational facilities through to sixth form and university level. It has various shopping centres, retail parks and leisure facilities, with a sports park and David Lloyd also on the north side of the city.\r

Directions

Postcode CO6 4EN with the entrance to Saxon House found after the left hand bend, next on the left.\r

Important Information

Services – mains electricity and water are connected to the property. There is no gas in the village so heating is from an oil supply.
EPC rating – E
Council Tax Band – G
Tenure – Freehold
Ref - TOL220203JDP/PLF
Agent Details
Fenn Wright
146, High Street, Colchester, CO1 1PW
Show Contact Number
01206 763 388

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