Olivers Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO2

A stunning C17th II, five bedroom, five reception detached thatched barn conversion with ancillary accommodation, nestled within private landscaped gardens of just over 0.75 acre. The barn is located at the end of a quiet lane with only a handful of other fine homes which are accessed by electric gates. The accommodation extends to 3980 sqft.

Accommodation
In brief the accommodation comprises; generous reception hall, impressive partially vaulted triple aspect sitting room with door leading to the dining room which can also be accessed from the hall, there are also French windows accessing the garden. Study/office, snug with steps leading to a capacious bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with full width bi-fold doors leading to the sun terrace and garden as well as the rear courtyard. Steps lead from the kitchen to a rear lobby which gives access to the utility room, cloaks w/c, cinema/family room and also access to the garden. Completing the ground floor is a further cloaks w/c and storage cupboard located off the hallway.

Ascending the stairs to the first floor a landing gives way to five double bedrooms including an impressive master suite. There is a family bathroom and separate shower room servicing the remaining four bedrooms. A the end of the landing you will find a sizeable walk in airing cupboard.

Outside
The property is approached by a driveway offering ample off road parking. A detached double garage with electronic side opening doors has power and light connected. A door within the garage leads to a temperature controlled and insulated wine store.
Above the garage is ancillary accommodation comprising of an open plan living and sleeping space with separate bath/shower room.

"The current owners have lovingly landscaped the gardens featuring mixed shrub and perennial boarders with established hydrangeas and packed with spring flowers with a succession of colour to last throughout the seasons. There are beautiful established yew and acer trees and a flowering spring cherry tree."

Setting the scene
Eldred Barn is located at the end of quiet lane with only a handful of other fine homes which are accessed by electric gates. Surrounding Olivers lane is far reaching countryside and an historic Iron Age & Roman Settlement offering plenty of picturesque walks. Colchester town centre and Tollgate business park are a short drive away, offering everything you need from shopping to restaurants whilst Colchester Zoo and Bannatyne health club and spa are all within close proximity.