The Firs, Layer-De-La Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2

Rare to the market, 4 The Firs is a well presented four bedroom detached family home located within a quiet cul de sac of only a handful of homes. The property enjoys a private South facing garden. 1830 sqft.

Accommodation

Ground floor

Storm porch and entrance door lead to hallway which gives access to all rooms. You will note the cloaks w/c and a handy built in cupboard. A good size sitting room is complemented with fireplace and has bi fold doors leading to the South facing garden. Adjacent you will find the dining room. An impressive and recently installed kitchen opens into a spacious dining area/conservatory which gives access to the garden. The kitchen comes with a utility room which in turn gives access to the driveway.

First floor

Ascending the returning staircase a landing gives way to four bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one comes with fitted wardrobes and en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle. Bedroom two has an oriel window and built in wardrobe.

Outside

The property is approached by a private driveway offering ample off road parking. The attached double garage has power and light connected. A beautifully landscaped South facing garden commences with sun terrace and rockery water feature. The well stocked garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is laid to well-tended lawn interspersed with a variety of Evergreen, Herbaceous and Perennial.

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.