Straight Road, West Colchester

Boydens are pleased to bring to the market this extended four-bedroom detached property, situated in the sought-after area of Prettygate to the west of Colchester city centre. This family home offers well-proportioned living spaces and a convenient location close to local amenities.

The property is accessed via a porch, providing a practical space to store shoes and hang coats. From here, the entrance hall leads to the formal lounge on the left, a well-sized and versatile space. Further along the hallway is a dining room with French doors opening into the rear family lounge. The kitchen/dinner benefits from fitted base and eye level units with central isalnd/spit, there a french doors from here into the rear garden and also access to the integral garage. The largest room on the ground floor is the family lounge, which features bi-fold doors that flood the space with natural light and provide seamless access to the rear garden.

The first floor comprises four bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms. The principal bedroom enjoys views over the rear garden. The remaining two bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom, which includes both a shower and a bath.

Externally, the property offers off-road parking at the front via a private driveway. A side gate provides access to the generously sized rear garden, which features a patio area directly abutting the rear of the house, ideal for outdoor dining. The majority of the garden is laid to lawn and surrounded by mature trees and shrubs, creating a private and tranquil outdoor space.

Situated on Straight Road, this property benefits from easy access to a range of amenities, including the Peartree Road parade of shops and facilities along London Road. Tollgate Shopping Centre, with its large Sainsbury's superstore, is a short drive away. The A12 trunk road is easily accessible, providing excellent transport links. The property falls within the catchment area of some of Colchester’s most highly regarded state schools and is just under 2.5 miles from Colchester North Station, offering direct railway connections to Ipswich, Norwich, and London Liverpool Street.

This extended property is located in the heart of Colchester, offering the perfect blend of peaceful living and easy access to local amenities. Just a short distance from Westlands country park, residents can enjoy serene outdoor spaces and walking trails. The house is also conveniently close to a wide range of local amenities, including shops, cafes, schools, and public transport links, ensuring all daily needs are within easy reach. Whether you’re looking to explore the countryside or enjoy the vibrant town life, this home provides an ideal base for both.

AGENT NOTE-

Local Authority - Colchester City Council.

Broadband Availability - Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 100 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - December 2024.
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by O2, Vodafone and EE with likely voice and data indoor coverage, and Three has limited voice and data indoor coverage. O2, THREE, VODAFONE AND EE all have likely voice and data outdoor coverage (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) December 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 December 2024 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked December 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.