5 bedroom detached house for sale

A substantial five bedroom detached property in the heart of old Lexden, nestled next to Lexden Springs nature reserve. The residence enjoys quietude occupying a 0.4 acre plot with a stunning south facing garden and set back from the lane accessed via long gated driveway.

This home is sequestered behind an electric gated private driveway of approximately 130ft that includes a double garage, brick store and parking for multiple vehicles with the backdrop of a beautiful ornamental garden and period high red brick walls. The accommodation approaches approximately 3500sqft and in brief comprises of a spacious hallway leading to a capacious sitting room, dining room, ground floor office / bedroom complete with an en-suite, Wc and kitchen breakfast room which in turn leads to the utility, cellar and garden room.

A solid oak staircase leads to the first floor where a generous landing leads to four double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principle bedroom and second bedroom both include en-suites and an array built in wardrobes.

The exceptional garden is perhaps the jewel in the crown of this stunning home. A substantial paved terrace surrounds the rear of the property that steps up to the beautifully mature landscaped garden which is interspersed with an abundance of colourful trees, flower displays and borders including a magnificent magnolia tree acting as a central focus point purposely positioned in the centre of an oriental zen garden. A larger substantial sun terrace sits to the east of the house, ideal for el fresco dining with further seating areas accessed via the garden room and sitting room. The garden and terrace faces a south by south easterly orientation and enjoys plenty of natural light perfect in the warmer months.

TENURE - Freehold
COUNCIL TAX - G
LOCAL AUTHORITY - Colchester

SERVICES
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainageWHAT'S NEARBYThe property is a leisurely stroll into the City centre with good shopping facilities, restaurants, cinema and galleries. Within a short walk is a local convenience store for everyday needs and Colchester North mainline station is less than 2 miles away.
Adjacent the property is Lexden Springs Nature Reserve, known locally as 'The Loop'. A site of 1.8 hectares. The meadow is rich in wild flowers, including Harebell, Pignut and Devil’s-bit scabious, and is alive with butterflies on sunny days. At the base of the slope is a pond fed by a natural spring – a stream from it leads to a marshy area
A short walk is Lexden Park Local Nature Reserve at 7 hectares, with ancient woodland, a pond and meadow in the middle of the site. It is a haven for walkers and lovers of fauna and flora. Part of the site is designated a scheduled ancient monument which is the Lexden Dyke Middle.
It is within easy reach of a variety of schools. Colchester County High School for Girls and Colchester Royal Grammar school two of the top schools in the country. Excellent private and state schools including Holmwood House, St. Mary's, Oxford House, Colchester High School, Philip Morant, St Benedicts, Home Farm Primary School and the Sixth Form College.WITHIN EASY REACHLess than a 5 min drive is rhe A12, which connects with the M25, heads south towards London or north to Ipswich with Stansted being the nearest airport. Towards the Essex and Suffolk border is "Constable Country," the landscape immortalised by the great painter John Constable.

The coast is also within easy reach. Nearby coastal towns and villages of interest include Mersea Island, Brightlingsea and Frinton. Mersea with its famous Oysters, sailing and water sports. Frinton with its glorious sandy, clean and safe beach, A haven for dogs walkers from October to May.

The pretty seaside towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold are only an 60 and 80 minutes away, respectively and an ideal retreat for weekends enjoying the sun, sand and seafood.

Ipswich, St Joseph’s, Ipswich High School, The Royal Hospital School and Gosfield are notable schools within easy reach of Colchester.

For a variety of national and boutique shopping, outside of the wide variety available in Colchester, are nearby Chelmsford, Ipswich and Bury St EdmundsDisclaimerChewton Rose Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. We make detailed enquiries of the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.