Glebe Lane, Abberton, Colchester, CO5

The Retreat, Glebe Lane, Abberton
Guide Price £775,000 – £825,000
A Substantial Four Bedroom Detached Residence in a Peaceful Village Position

Location

Situated in the charming village of Abberton, this property enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting surrounded by beautiful Essex countryside. The neighbouring village of Peldon offers a strong sense of community along with convenient local amenities, including the well-regarded Peldon Village Shop for everyday essentials.

For leisure, residents can enjoy a selection of traditional pubs nearby, as well as scenic countryside walks and access to the Abberton Reservoir, a renowned nature reserve ideal for walking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby coastal town of Mersea Island provides excellent seaside restaurants, sailing clubs, and beaches.

The historic city of Colchester is just a short drive away, offering a wide range of shopping, dining, leisure facilities, and mainline railway links to London Liverpool Street. The area is also served by well-regarded primary schooling, including Langenhoe Community Primary School, making it an appealing choice for families.

Property:

A substantial four-bedroom detached home, tucked away in an exclusive position of just four properties, set within a wonderful village location. Presented to the market in excellent order, this is a home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

The ground floor accommodation comprises a large and inviting reception hall with stairs rising to the first floor, wood-effect flooring, and the benefit of both a study and a downstairs cloakroom.

An impressive dual-aspect reception room enjoys an abundance of natural light, featuring double doors opening onto the garden, wall-mounted lighting, and a central feature fireplace creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen/diner, ideal for entertaining and hosting, complete with tiled flooring, a wealth of storage, space for a dual range oven, breakfast bar, integrated appliances, and recessed spotlighting. A generously proportioned, separate dining room is also available. This space is further enhanced by a separate utility room with a service door leading to the garden.

Upstairs, four generously proportioned bedrooms await. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while a well-appointed, fully tiled family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.

Viewings:

To be arranged via one of our consultants without delay - appointment required. 

Entrance Hall

Dining Room

16' 10" x 11' 7" (5.13m x 3.53m)

Living Room

20' 2" x 16' 5" (6.15m x 5.00m)

Study

10' 6" x 7' 10" (3.20m x 2.39m)

Cloakroom

Kitchen/Dining Room

18' 1" x 14' 9" (5.51m x 4.50m)

Utility Room

11' 9" x 6' 2" (3.58m x 1.88m)

Landing

Bathroom

11' 9" x 7' 2" (3.58m x 2.18m)

Master Bedroom

20' 9" x 17' 11" (6.32m x 5.46m)

En-Suite Shower Room

9' 1" x 6' 10" (2.77m x 2.08m)

Bedroom Two

16' 7" x 14' 8" (5.05m x 4.47m)

Bedroom Three

13' 4" x 10' 4" (4.06m x 3.15m)

Bedroom Four

14' 7" x 7' 1" (4.45m x 2.16m)

Office

17' 5" x 10' 2" (5.31m x 3.10m)

Storage

17' 5" x 7' 5" (5.31m x 2.26m)

Garden, Outside & Parking

The property enjoys a generous and well-maintained rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn, offering an excellent space for both families and entertaining. A spacious patio terrace adjoins the rear of the home, ideal for outdoor dining and seating, with direct access from the principal reception areas.

The garden is fully enclosed by fencing, providing a good degree of privacy, and is complemented by a variety of established shrubs, planting, and borders. There is ample space for children to play or for keen gardeners to further enhance the space.

Positioned within a small and exclusive development of just four homes, the property also benefits from a private driveway and a detached double garage, offering ample off-road parking and storage.