5 bed country house for sale

Ardleigh Road, Dedham, Colchester, Essex CO7

Occupying a generous plot along the ever-popular Ardleigh Road in Dedham, this well-presented chalet bungalow offers flexible and spacious accommodation arranged over two floors. With a large rear garden backing onto open countryside and ample off-road parking to the front, the property combines village living with a wonderful sense of surrounding space.

The property is approached via a wide, gravel driveway which provides ample off-road parking and leads to the entrance door.
Once inside, the entrance hall provides a place in which to greet guests before moving through to the main living accommodation. The sitting room is a warm and inviting space, enhanced by a striking exposed brick wall and a contemporary inset wood burning stove that creates a natural focal point. Wide glazed doors draw in an abundance of light and open directly onto the garden, allowing the room to flow effortlessly outdoors during the warmer months. The proportions are generous, offering ample space for both relaxation and entertaining.
The study provides a quiet and well-balanced room, ideal for home working or reading. Glazed double doors connect through to the sitting room, creating flexibility between open-plan living and a more defined, private workspace when required.
At the heart of the home lies the kitchen / dining room, an impressive and sociable space designed for modern family life. Fitted with an extensive range of contemporary cabinetry and complemented by stone work surfaces, the kitchen centres around a substantial island that provides both additional preparation space and informal seating.
The dining area sits alongside, with further glazed doors opening onto the garden terrace, making this a natural hub for everyday living as well as larger gatherings.
The three ground floor bedrooms offer flexible and well-balanced accommodation. One is currently arranged as an additional sitting room, illustrating how easily the space can adapt to suit changing needs. While another bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room. A contemporary family bathroom completes the ground floor.
Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to the principal bedroom, where double doors open to a Juliet balcony with attractive views across the rear garden. A further double bedroom and a stylish bathroom with a skylight complete the first floor, creating a practical and versatile layout for both family living and guests.
Externally, the property enjoys a generous plot with a substantial rear garden that backs directly onto open countryside, creating a wonderful sense of space. A paved terrace adjoins the house, providing an ideal spot for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the remainder is laid mainly to lawn with established trees, shrubs and planted borders adding colour and structure throughout the seasons.

Entrance Porch

Entrance Hall

Sitting Room (5.1m x 3.7m (16' 9" x 12' 2"))

Study (3.45m x 2.84m (11' 4" x 9' 4"))

Kitchen / Dining Room (8.74m x 3.53m (28' 8" x 11' 7"))

Bedroom (4.7m x 3.38m (15' 5" x 11' 1"))

Ensuite (1.85m x 1.65m (6' 1" x 5' 5"))

Bedroom (3.45m x 2.8m (11' 4" x 9' 2"))

Bedroom (3.89m x 3.58m (12' 9" x 11' 9"))

Family Bathroom (2.57m x 2.03m (8' 5" x 6' 8"))

Landing (4.65m x 3.43m (15' 3" x 11' 3"))

Bedroom (4.67m x 3.12m (15' 4" x 10' 3"))

Bathroom (4.65m x 1.85m (15' 3" x 6' 1"))

Main Bedroom (4.67m x 4.62m (15' 4" x 15' 2"))

Doors to Juliet balcony.

Services

We understand mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil-fired central heating. EV charging point.

Broadband And Mobile Availability

Broadband and Mobile Data supplied by Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker.
Broadband: At time of writing there is Standard and Ultrafast broadband availability.
Mobile: These figures show the percentage of measurements across this postal district over the last 12 months that can successfully stream video or make a video call if they have coverage. EE 82%, O2 66%, Three 81% and Vodafone 72%. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.