4 bed detached house for sale

Long Road West, Dedham, Colchester CO7

The property
The Nurseries is an elegant and well-proportioned 1930s home occupying a generous plot in the highly regarded village of Dedham.

The property has been significantly enhanced by a substantial two-storey rear extension, completed by the current owners in 2024/25 as part of a comprehensive renovation programme. The house retains two characterful bay-fronted reception rooms, while the extension provides a spacious and contemporary kitchen/breakfast room. This space is thoughtfully designed with a central island, bi-fold doors to the garden, a range cooker, twin dishwashers, a butler’s sink, and underfloor heating.

The first floor offers four bedrooms. The principal suite features a vaulted ceiling with statement lighting, a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden, and an en suite with separate WC and shower. The remaining three bedrooms are all doubles (one currently arranged as a dressing room) and are served by an impressive family bathroom, complete with vaulted ceiling, freestanding bath, twin vanity basins, and a separate shower enclosure.

The renovation works include full re-plumbing, re-wiring, and re-roofing. Additional enhancements include brass light fittings, underfloor heating to the extended areas, new radiators, a well-appointed boot room, and an extended sitting room with oak flooring and a log burner.

Some minor external finishing works remain to the covered front porch.

Grounds & outbuildings
The property enjoys a rear garden extending to approximately 110 feet, featuring a patio terrace, a large lawn ideal for family use, and mature hedging providing a high degree of privacy. The front garden is similarly well screened, with established planting and a driveway offering parking for up to six vehicles.

A notable addition is the detached garage building extending to approximately 784 sq ft, incorporating a games room to the rear. Currently configured as a gym with shower room and kitchenette, this versatile space lends itself to a variety of uses.
Location

The Nurseries is ideally positioned within a designated National Landscape (aonb) in the picturesque village of Dedham, at the heart of Constable Country.
Dedham village centre lies approximately one mile away and offers a range of amenities including a Co-operative store, well-regarded pubs and restaurants, a primary school, and scenic walks along the River Stour.

Colchester is approximately seven miles distant, while Manningtree mainline station (just over three miles away) provides direct services to London Liverpool Street with journey times of around 60 minutes.
Directions

Postcode: CO7 6ES
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Points to note

Site plan appears to show the garage building adjoining the neighbour’s shed – this is not the case.

Planning application reference for the 2022 two storey rear extension: 220205
Planning application reference for the 2020 garage/games room: 201842
(Both with Colchester Borough Council)

The property is registered in Council Tax Band D with payments of £276.18 per month. It is connected to main gas, water, electric, heating and sewerage.

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