Abberton Road, Layer-De-La-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2

The Paddocks is a charming two/three bedroom detached chalet occupying grounds of approximately 1.25 acres. The property comes with various outbuildings including two stables, tack room and store, detached double garage and summer house/garden room. There is no onward chain.


Accommodation

Ground floor

Taking the side entrance door you enter an L shaped entrance hall which gives access to all ground floor accommodation. On your left you will find the snug which can also be used as bedroom three. Opposite in the spacious principal bedroom which is complemented with a large Jack & Jill bathroom. Moving through the hallway you will note the cloaks w/c and utility room before entering the dual aspect sitting room with fireplace. From here you can access both the dining room and conservatory. Completing the ground floor is the fitted kitchen/breakfast room.

First floor

Ascending the stairs a landing gives way to the bathroom which in turn provides access to eves storage. A good size dual aspect double bedroom offers superb far reaching views and the is also a walk in wardrobe.

Outside

The Paddocks is set back from the road and accessed by a private driveway offering parking for several vehicles. There is also a detached double garage. The grounds are predominantly laid to lawn interspersed with a variety of trees and shrubs. There is a paddock with post and rail fencing with two stables, tack room and store. Also within the garden in a summer house with attached storage shed. Total plot approx 1.25 acres.

WHAT'S NEARBY

Layer de La Haye has its own primary school, two public houses and, a local village store which provide s shopping for your everyday needs. There is also an excellent farm shop selling local produce and home reared meat.

Within walking distance is Abberton Reservoir and visitor centre, perfect for a family afternoon stroll to discover an abundance of wildlife, particularly the large variety of butterflies, birds and wildfowl. Very popular with birdwatchers and photographers.

Within 5 minutes drive is Bannatyne Spa and Health club, with fitness and beauty facilities, indoor pool, and licenced cafe.

10 minute drive is the Roman town of Colchester which offers a wide range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities as well as a mainline railway station with links to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 50 minutes.

WITHIN EASY REACH

An alternative train station at Marks Tey is approximately 15
minutes away by car and also operates a service into London. The A12 which takes motorists south into London, north towards Ipswich and A14, is roughly 10 minutes away. Stansted airport is approximately 45 minutes drive.

The seaside resorts of West Mersea and Frinton are both within easy reach. Mersea Island, being the nearest, is famed for its yachting, watersport facilities and sea food restaurants. Frinton offers superb sandy beaches and clear waters.