Layer Bretton, Colchester, CO2

Guide price £650,000 - £675,000. A substantial and individual four bedroomed detached family home situated in the historic and sought after village of layer Breton. The property enjoys a pretty and set back position overlooking a greensward and the Layer Breton village sign. The scene is set as you enter the spacious and welcoming reception hall with feature return staircase to the first floor. The ground floor continues to impress with a great size and well-appointed kitchen with breakfast bar and stools, there is then a separate utility room. The lovely lounge offers a feature fireplace with inset log burner for those chilly nights, sliding doors give access to the full width garden room, providing a great place to relax and admire the garden through the full height windows. Beyond this there is a separate dining room with double opening patio doors overlooking the well-kept and sunny rear garden. To the first floor there are four very good size bedrooms with an ensuite to the master.

Front Garden: To the front of the property there is a good size redbrick driveway with hardstanding for several cars, leading to the single integral garage. There are several mature shrub beds to the right-hand boundary. The front elevation overlooks the village greensward with country views beyond this.
Rear Garden: To the rear there is a well-kept garden that offers a two tier patio area and mature screening, a lovely spot to enjoy the sunshine. The garden continues to lawn and shrub beds. The well decorated summer house with double opening doors offers another place to sit and enjoy the quiet garden, there is light and power for relaxing in the evening. Outside shed. Side access to the front elevation. Oil tank.

Area Description: Layer Breton is a charming rural village set within attractive Essex countryside, enjoying a peaceful setting with far-reaching views across open farmland and down towards the River Blackwater estuary. The village is home to the well-regarded Hare & Hounds public house, a traditional country inn popular with locals. Families are well catered for, with Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Primary School (Ofsted: Good) nearby, alongside excellent secondary options including Paxman Academy (Ofsted: Good), Philip Morant School & College (Ofsted: Good) and Colchester County High School for Girls (Ofsted: Outstanding).

For commuters, Marks Tey railway station is approximately a 10–15 minute drive, offering direct services to London Liverpool Street, while Colchester station provides further options. The village is served by local bus routes including the 87 and 88 services, connecting to Colchester and surrounding areas. Stanway’s extensive shopping amenities, including Tollgate Retail Park, are also within a 10–15 minute drive, offering supermarkets, retail outlets and leisure facilities. Road links via the A12 are easily accessible. Healthcare needs are supported by nearby GP practices such as Rowhedge Surgery and West Mersea Surgery, along with Colchester’s wider medical facilities.

The nearby coastline, including Mersea Island, is within easy reach, offering sailing, coastal walks and renowned seafood restaurants, making Layer Breton an ideal blend of countryside living, estuary views and coastal convenience.