3 bed detached house for sale

Old Heath Road, Colchester CO1

Guide price £425,000-£450,000 A beautifully refurbished and extended detached family home, this impressive property is situated along the ever-popular Old Heath Road in Colchester. Having undergone extensive renovation throughout, the home now offers a modern, stylish and exceptionally practical layout perfectly suited to contemporary family living. Its location is highly desirable, positioned just a short distance from Old Heath Recreation Ground, a well-loved green space offering open fields and leisure facilities. The property also enjoys convenient access to Colchester’s vibrant city centre with its wide selection of shops, restaurants and cultural amenities, while Colchester Station provides excellent mainline links to London Liverpool Street. The area is further enhanced by a strong choice of respected primary and secondary schools, making it an ideal setting for families.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a spacious and inviting entrance hall that reflects the quality found throughout the home. To the front sits a generous lounge/diner, its bay window drawing in natural light and adding character to the room. To the rear, the property has been transformed by a stunning extension that now accommodates a truly impressive kitchen and family room. This contemporary space is fitted with an extensive range of newly installed wall and base units, ample cupboard and drawer storage, and a central island that serves as an attractive focal point. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, five-ring gas hob and double oven. A wide set of bi-folding doors opens directly onto the rear garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for entertaining and day-to-day living. A separate utility room provides additional space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and a downstairs WC adds further convenience.

The first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, each designed with comfort in mind. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, a modern en-suite shower room and dual double-glazed windows that bathe the room in natural light. The second bedroom is also a good-sized double and includes fitted cupboards, while the third bedroom is a generous single, suitable for a child’s room, guest space or home office. The boiler has been renewed during the current vendors’ ownership, contributing to the home’s efficiency.

Outside, the property enjoys a particularly large plot. The substantial rear garden offers an excellent space for families, outdoor entertaining and gardening enthusiasts. At the far end of the garden are two sheds, both equipped with power, providing ideal storage or potential workspace options. To the front, a private driveway offers off-road parking, and the home further benefits from side access. Being fully detached, the property enjoys a high degree of privacy, space and flexibility throughout.

EPC Rating: E

Kitchen/Diner/Family Room (9.75m x 3.96m)

Utility Room (1.82m x 1.21m)

Bedroom One (3.93m x 3.63m)

Bedroom Two (3.53m x 3.00m)

Bedroom Three (3.00m x 2.74m)