4 bed detached house for sale

Tey Road, Earls Colne, Colchester, Essex CO6

Situated in the village of Earls Colne, this renovated and extended four-bedroom family home offers contemporary open-plan living and generous bedrooms, set on a large plot backing onto open paddocks. Ideal for modern family life, it combines style and practicality in a semi-rural setting.

An entrance porch leads into the impressive main living space, centred around a beautifully appointed kitchen/breakfast room with the sitting room beyond. Positioned to the rear of the property to take full advantage of the garden views, the kitchen features an L-shaped layout with a central island unit and a range of integrated appliances, carefully designed to meet the demands of everyday family living.
Beyond, the spacious sitting room is housed within the contemporary extension and enjoys a dual aspect outlook to the front and rear, with double doors opening directly onto the patio terrace, creating an ideal space for entertaining and indoor-outdoor living.
Accessed from the kitchen is a highly practical utility/boot room, fitted with additional worktop space, sink facilities and space for further appliances. This area also houses the underfloor heating system, which serves the kitchen, dining and sitting areas. A rear hallway provides further access to the garden and a conveniently placed ground floor cloakroom/WC. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a cosy snug positioned to the front of the property, ideal as a family room, playroom or home office.
To the first floor, the property has been reconfigured to provide four spacious bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, benefitting from a dual aspect outlook to the front and rear, a Juliette balcony overlooking the garden and paddocks beyond, and a stylish newly fitted en-suite shower room. Three further well-proportioned double bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom.
Externally, the property offers ample off-road parking for several vehicles, in addition to a single garage. The rear garden is divided into two principal areas, comprising a patio terrace immediately to the rear of the house and an extensive lawned garden beyond, perfect for children and outdoor entertaining.
A versatile outbuilding with power, lighting and water connected offers excellent potential as a home office, studio or space for a small business, further enhancing the appeal of this outstanding family home.

Location

Earls Colne, set in the scenic Colne Valley, is a charming village that perfectly blends rural tranquillity with modern amenities. Surrounded by lush woodlands and the River Colne, it offers beautiful walking trails, cycling routes, and outdoor spaces for nature lovers. The Colne Valley Golf Club and nearby Chalkney Woods provide additional recreational opportunities.
The village has a well-equipped high street with independent shops, cafes, a Co-op, and essential services like a post office and pharmacy. There's a strong community spirit, with clubs, societies, and a busy village hall hosting events year-round.
Families will appreciate the highly regarded Earls Colne Primary School, while nearby secondary schools like The Ramsey Academy and Honywood School offer excellent education options.
With its stunning surroundings, vibrant community, and convenient amenities, Earls Colne is a delightful place to call home.