Mallard Close, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester

Boydens are pleased to present this spacious four-bedroom family home, located in the highly sought-after village of Layer-de-la-Haye. Offering well-proportioned living spaces, this property provides an excellent opportunity for buyers to create their ideal home. With a neutral décor throughout, it serves as a blank canvas, ready for personal enhancements and modern upgrades.

The property is accessed via a double-glazed entrance door that opens into a convenient porch, ideal for storing coats and shoes. This leads into a welcoming hallway, with stairs ascending to the first floor. To the right, there is a shower room, featuring a modern white suite and stylish tiling. The ground floor boasts a natural flow, starting with the lounge, which opens into a generously sized conservatory. This space overlooks the beautifully maintained rear garden, offering a serene view.The dining room is partially divided from the lounge and also connects to a fitted kitchen with a pleasant front aspect.

Upstairs, the home provides four well-sized bedrooms, two of which feature built-in wardrobes, offering ample storage space. A family bathroom completes the first floor, ensuring comfort and convenience for the household. Externally, the property benefits from ample off-road parking leading to a double garage, equipped with an electric door for ease of access. At the rear of the garage is a practical workshop, which opens directly into the rear garden, perfect for those with hobbies or DIY interests. The mature rear garden itself is well-stocked, providing an inviting outdoor space for relaxation or entertaining.

This property is offered chain-free, simplifying the purchasing process.

LOCATION - Layer-de-la-Haye is a charming village with a population of around 2,000 (according to the 2011 census), located just 4.5 miles south of Colchester and 6.5 miles from the A12 at Eight Ash Green interchange. The nearby town of Colchester offers excellent schooling, including the renowned Colchester Royal Grammar School, and recreational facilities such as The Mercury Theatre and Colchester Zoo. The village itself enjoys a peaceful, rural setting, with amenities that include a doctor’s surgery, two public houses (The Layer Fox and Donkey & Buskins), a village store, a primary school, St. John’s Baptist Parish Church, and a village hall.

PORCH - 7'6'' x 5'4'' (2.3m x 1.6m)
HALLWAY - 6'7'' x 6'3'' (2m x 1.9m)
SHOWER ROOM - 7' x 5'7'' (2.1m x 1.7m)
LOUNGE - 18' x 10'9'' (5.5m x 3.3m)
CONSERVATORY - 18'7'' x 10'2'' (5.7m x 3.1m)
DINING ROOM - 11'2'' x 10' (3.4m x 3m)
KITCHEN - 13'5'' x 8' (4.1m x 2.4m)
LANDING - 9'3'' x 6'7'' (2.8m x 2m)
BEDROOM - 1 - 12' x 11' (3.7m x 3.4m)
BEDROOM - 2 - 11'10'' x 10'6'' (3.6m x 3.2m)
BATHROOM - 6'7'' x 5'4'' (2m x 1.6m)
BEDROOM - 3 - 9'7'' x 8'4'' (2.9m x 2.5m)
BEDROOM - 4 - 9'2'' x 7'2'' (2.8m x 2.2m)
DOUBLE GARAGE - 16'3'' x 14' (5m x 4.3m)
WORKSHOP - 9'6'' x 8' (2.9m x 2.4m)

AGENT NOTE-
Local Authority - Colchester City Council.

Broadband Availability - Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 900 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - October 2024.
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by O2 with limited indoor and likely outdoor coverage while, THREE, VODAPHONE AND EE all have NO indoor coverage but likely outdoor coverage (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) October 2024.

Utilities - Mains Electric / Gas Fired Central Heating / Mains Water /Mains Sewerage.

Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick.

Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map - checked October 2024 - The property is at low risk of flooding.

Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked October 2024 - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to currents laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.