John De Bois Hill, Ardleigh, Colchester, CO7

Part of our Signature collection, this substantial four bedroom detached house stands in grounds of 0.6 of an acre with range of outbuildings, ample parking and no immediate neighbours. It has been substantially upgraded and improved by the current owners to make a fine family home with annexe potential.

Copeland is found along the A137 midway between Colchester and the centre of the village of Ardleigh. Over the last 10 years the owners have carried out a major upgrade of the electrics, installed uPVC double glazed windows and gas fired central heating, re-fitted kitchen and bathrooms, replaced new oak doors, and re-roofed the main house. They have also upgraded the drainage and installed a new private treatment plant. The result is a comfortable family home in excellent condition with potential for a variety of uses to the land and outbuildings with the added bonus to easily create an annexe out of the side accommodation.


The front door opens to a long central hall with a turning staircase to the first floor and split level cloakroom facilities beneath. The sitting room enjoys a dual aspect with a central fireplace featuring a wood burner on a granite hearth and deep cornicing. French doors lead to the large conservatory with an arch to the garden room and access to the kitchen.

The impressive kitchen/breakfast room is the heart of the home, with part vaulted ceiling, roof lights and tiled flooring. Fitted with granite work surfaces and ample storage, there is an island unit with space for stools along the breakfast bar. Appliances include an integral dishwasher, and we understand that the range will remain. The kitchen can also be accessed from the hall and is open to the living room, again with a wood burner on a granite hearth, deep cornicing and tiled floor.

A side lobby leads to the potential annexe area where the family room, shower room and utility are found. The family room is around 26’ deep and could be split into two rooms to create a bedroom and sitting room. Alternatively, it could make a good home office or playroom. There is a large shower room off the lobby which is beautifully appointed and access to the utility room. This houses the gas fired boiler and mega flow system with a butler sink, storage and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

On the first floor is a split-level landing with access to the loft, insulated with Celotex, and the airing cupboard. The principal bedroom has a range of built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room, there are three good sized double bedrooms and the family bathroom, with bath and separate shower.

Outside
A 5-bar gate opens to a large shingle drive providing ample parking. In the corner is an area of land outside the boundary that has been used by the current and previous owners and houses a large shed. In front of the house is a detached double garage with power and light connected.

The main garden is at the side of the house with extensive lawned area, established trees and shrubs, and post and rail fencing allowing views of the field to the rear. There is gated access to a concrete hardstanding, where there is a pet cage and large timber framed storage building/workshop. In total the grounds of Copeland extend to 0.6 of an acre.


Location

Copeland is found between Welshwood Park on the outskirts of Colchester and the centre of the village of Ardleigh. The village offers good amenities, including a primary school, pub/restaurant, church, village hall, petrol station and shop, and a sailing and bowls club.

Colchester offers wider facilities which are easily accessible with a number of highly regarded schools. There are retail parks and supermarkets within easy reach, with the nearest to Copeland including Tesco, Waitrose and Lidl. The mainline north station provides services to London Liverpool Street

Directions

Use a Sat Nav with the postcode CO7 7PJ, coming from Colchester the house is found just after the bridge on the right hand side.

Important Information

Services – mains water, electricity and gas are connected to the property whilst within the grounds is a private treatment plant for the drainage.
Council Tax band – F
EPC rating – C
Tenure – Freehold