2 bed bungalow for sale

Derwent Road, Highwoods, Colchester CO4

Situated within a well-established residential area in the highly sought-after Highwoods district to the north of Colchester, this well-presented two-bedroom detached bungalow has been lovingly maintained and much improved by the current owners, offering a range of modern features throughout. Offered with no onward chain, the property has also been refurbished with new flooring, windows, boiler and gas central heating system, making it an ideal move-in-ready home.

Internally, the property welcomes you via an inviting entrance hallway, leading through to a beautifully decorated living room featuring a delightful box bay window which allows an abundance of natural light to fill the space. Adjoining the living area is a well-appointed kitchen fitted with modern high-gloss units, tiled splashbacks and ample space for appliances. The bungalow further benefits from two generous bedrooms, with built-in wardrobes to the principal bedroom, whilst a well-equipped family bathroom serves the accommodation.

Externally, the property enjoys a generous rear garden, commencing with a patio seating area ideal for outdoor entertaining, leading onto a large lawn enclosed by panel fencing and complemented by a variety of mature shrubs and trees. The property also benefits from ample surrounding space, offering excellent potential for future extension subject to the necessary planning consents. To the front, there is a driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles, in addition to a single garage with power and lighting connected.

Location here is key, with the property positioned just moments from Highwoods Square, offering a Tesco Extra Superstore, doctors and dentist surgeries, post office and excellent bus links into Colchester’s vibrant city centre. The property is also within walking distance of Highwoods Country Park, renowned for its scenic woodland walks and open green space. The property falls within catchment for two well-regarded primary schools, as well as the highly acclaimed Gilberd School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Excellent transport links are also close at hand, with the A12 accessible in under five minutes, providing convenient routes towards Ipswich and Chelmsford, while Colchester North Station is approximately a ten-minute drive away, offering fast and direct rail services into London Liverpool Street. Both Colchester Hospital and The Oaks Private Hospital are also within easy reach.

Living Room/Dining Area

20' 11" x 10' 9" (6.38m x 3.28m)

Kitchen

8' 1" x 7' 3" (2.46m x 2.21m)

Bedroom One

10' 10" x 10' 9" (3.30m x 3.28m)

Bedroom Two

10' 10" x 7' 3" (3.30m x 2.21m)

Bathroom

7' 3" x 5' 9" (2.21m x 1.75m)

Garage

18' 9" x 9' 3" (5.71m x 2.82m)