9 bedroom house

GUIDE PRICE: £2,000,000 - £2,150,000  

PROPERTY An excellent opportunity has arisen to acquire a magnificent detached double fronted and extended nine bedroom house with no onward chain, a heated swimming pool, an in and out secure paved driveway, four reception rooms, four bathrooms, a modern well-equipped kitchen all on a half an acre plot (STS) situated in a prime Lexden location on one of Colchester's most prestigious roads.

This impressive property is approached via secure sliding wrought iron remote control gates leading to a paved in and out driveway.
On entering the property you will be greeted by a very large entrance hallway with high ceilings, solid wood floors and a storage cupboard for coats and shoes.
To the right of the entrance hallway in the first of four reception rooms with high ceilings, solid wood floor and a curved bay window allowing a light to flood in.
To the left is a study/playroom which could also be used as a bedroom consisting of high ceilings and solid wood floors. The first of four bathroom is adjacent to the study/playroom with a wash basin, toilet, bidet and walk-in shower cubicle.
There is a large family room with high ceilings, solid wood floors and a wood burning stove. The breakfast room is perfect for everyday informal dining. The property comes with a utility room which is essential for house of this size.
The modern well equipped kitchen with its under floor heating, has solid granite work surfaces, integrated appliances, plenty of storage space, a central island, also with solid granite worksurfaces which can be used as a breakfast bar and bifold door opening onto a large paved terrace, the heated swimming pool and lawn garden beyond. The dining room is light and airy, has lovely views over the garden and is big enough to accommodate 8/10 guests comfortably.

The first floors comprises the master bedroom with balcony overlooking the garden, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with separate bath and walk-in shower cubicle. There are a further four double bedrooms, a family bathroom and convenient storage cupboard.

The top floor consists of three further double bedrooms, one of which has a balcony which affords magnificent views over the large garden and a further bathroom.

Outside the property comes with a large paved terrace and a 100ft plus garden making the perfect setting to entertain family and friends. As an added attraction there is a heated swimming pool complete with changing room, shower cubicle, toilet and sink. There is also another outbuilding which contains the pools pump, boiler and filtration system. Finally there is a large store room which can also be used a garage if so desired.
 

LOCATION Located towards the West side of Colchester, in the sought-after Lexden location. The property allows a short stroll into the town centre with great shopping facilities, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. It is within walking of outstanding schools, including Colchester County High School for girls, St Mary's School for girls and Colchester Royal Grammar School, which are well-recognised among some of the finest schools in the country.

Lexden Springs & Hilly Fields Nature Reserve are close by, comprising a wonderful 80-acre green with a variety of scenic walks, nature trails and various events being held throughout the year.

The A12 is within easy access and offer routes to Ipswich, Chelmsford and London. Colchester's mainline railway station is within walking distance and also just a short drive away and offers direct links to London Liverpool Street in around 50 minutes.

Marketed by: Fine & Country, Colchester