4 Bedroom Detached House

SOLD PRIOR TO MARKETING WITH GYLES & ROSE DISCREET SERVICES

Set within a peaceful residential enclave in Great Horkesley, this thoughtfully arranged townhouse unfolds across three floors, offering a series of light-filled, well-balanced spaces. Its defining feature is a generous open-plan kitchen and dining room, where overhead rooflights draw in shifting daylight throughout the day. Elsewhere, a calm, neutral palette and clean-lined finishes create a sense of quiet continuity, while multiple bedrooms and bathrooms lend the house an easy adaptability for family life.

The Property - You enter this beautiful home via a sheltered porch into a central hallway, from which the ground floor spaces extend with clarity and purpose. To the front, a comfortable sitting room is arranged around a broad bay window, allowing light to filter in and animate the room’s soft, neutral tones. It is a relaxed, generous space, well suited to both everyday living and quieter moments.

To the rear, the house opens into a particularly impressive kitchen and dining room. A large central island anchors the space, paired with sleek cabinetry and integrated appliances. Above, a run of rooflights draws daylight deep into the home, shifting across the surfaces and lending a gentle brightness throughout the day. Glazed doors open directly onto the garden, strengthening the connection between inside and out.

The upper floors are arranged with a considered sense of privacy. Bedrooms are well-proportioned, some set beneath softly angled ceilings that give character and variation to the spaces. The principal bedroom is notably generous, with its own en-suite and a sense of separation from the rest of the house. Additional bedrooms are served by a family bathroom, while further en-suite facilities enhance flexibility for guests or family members.

Bathrooms are finished in a simple, contemporary manner, with clean tiling and understated fittings. Throughout, the interiors maintain a restrained, cohesive palette, allowing light and proportion to take precedence.

The Outside - To the rear, a private garden is enclosed by fencing and softened by established planting. A paved terrace sits immediately outside the kitchen, offering space for outdoor dining, before giving way to a neat expanse of lawn. The garden is both manageable and well-contained, suited to family life or quiet retreat.

To the front, the house presents a composed brick façade, set within a tidy terrace of similar homes. A covered car port leads through to a garage, providing both parking and useful storage, with additional space available on the drive.

The Area - Great Horkesley sits just to the north of Colchester, where the character of the countryside begins to take hold. The surrounding landscape is defined by open fields, woodland walks and quiet lanes, offering a slower pace while remaining well connected.

Colchester itself provides a wide range of amenities, from independent shops and cafés to cultural landmarks and restaurants. For transport, Colchester North station offers regular services to London Liverpool Street, making the area a practical choice for commuters. Well-regarded schools and nearby green spaces further enhance the appeal, creating a setting that balances convenience with a sense of calm.

Further Information - Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Colchester Band E
Construction - Brick
Mains Sewerage, Electricity and Water
Oil Fired Boiler
Sellers position - No Chain
No service/maintenance fees

Mobile Coverage
EE Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
O2 Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
3 Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
Vodafone Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.

Broadband Coverage
Broadband type Highest available download speed Highest available upload speed Availability
Standard16 Mbps1 Mbps Good
Superfast80 Mbps20 MbpsGood
Ultrafast1800 Mbps 1000 Mbps Good
Networks in your area - Openreach, Gigaclear