House For Sale £1,500,000
The frontage of this stunning property is enclosed by mature hedging and fencing, and accessed via a set of electronic wrought iron gates into a large tarmac driveway, with room to accommodate a number of parked vehicles. Covered parking is provided by a double garage with remote controlled doors, with an adjacent workshop and boiler room to the rear. Energy efficient solar panels are discretely placed on the roof of the garage to benefit from the south facing aspect.
The pillared entrance porch, on a raised paved area, sets the scene for the contemporary and sharp interiors to be found within. On entering the property, you will be greeted by a magnificent entrance hallway with solid wood floor and an impressive staircase with glass balustrade leading to the upper floors. Immediately to the right is a purpose-built study with bespoke fitted cabinetry, and pleasant views across the front of the house. To the left is a guest cloakroom and a rarely seen purpose-built lift, allowing easy access to the first-floor accommodation.
Passing through the entrance hallway the house opens up to reveal the fabulous open plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room which is the heart and soul of this magnificent residence. The contemporary kitchen with its clean lines and porcelain tiled floor boasts a host of integrated appliances, including three ovens (two of which can also be used as microwaves and one as a steam oven), a warming oven, a large American fridge, induction hob, a ducked-out extractor hood, dishwasher, granite worksurfaces, a wealth of storage, two sinks and built-in surround sound.
Double doors lead to a tranquil sitting room, also with built-in surround sound, and a feature fireplace with woodburning stove, where one can relax whilst simply gazing out to the beautifully landscaped south facing garden, via a set of bifold doors. The entire ground floor lends itself to one fantastic space for entertaining, but by closing the doors the sitting room, it becomes a more cosy intimate space for evenings in with just the family.
The carefully crafted and designed triple aspect garden room is an absolute joy to sit in. It is one of the current owners' favourite places in the house, and they never tire of the views it affords across the terrace and the beautiful garden space beyond.
The ever-important utility room is equipped with plenty of storage space, plumbing for a washing machine and that all important access from the garden, ideal for dirty boots and family pets after a muddy walk in the surrounding countryside.
Ascending to the first floor, four double bedrooms lead off a spacious central landing, three of which benefit from fitted wardrobes and storage. All four bedrooms are ensuite, with the master boasting a particularly spectacular bathroom with freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. The fifth bedroom is located on the second floor and also benefits from an ensuite and fitted storage.
The grounds have been beautifully landscaped and maintained, and reflect the care that has been taken over this property, both internally and externally. Starting with a completely blank canvas, the owners have created a wonderful garden full of interest all year round, with mature trees and shrubs and a well-kept laurel hedge which encircles the entire garden, affording a high level of privacy. Paved, sun filled seating areas provide the perfect setting for socialising with friends and family.
SELLER'S INSIGHT Having lived in our previous home for over thirty years, we finally came to the decision that maintaining the extensive grounds had become just too much, and we wanted to downsize to something more manageable. After discussing various options with our family, our son-in-law suggested we should consider one of the new houses being built on some land he owned in Great Bromley. After careful consideration we realised this made perfect sense; we would be in close proximity to our family and would also have the luxury of creating the final design and layout to our own personal specifications.
We moved into this bespoke house seven years ago with our grandson, and we have absolutely loved living here. We enjoy socialising with family and friends and the almost open plan layout of the ground floor has proved to be the ideal entertaining space. We can easily accommodate fifty guests in the kitchen/dining/garden room area, with the French doors opening up onto the expansive wrap around garden terrace which attracts the sun well into the evening. We've held many big summer parties here over the years, with plenty of parking for all on the large driveway.
The garden has been a labour of love, and over the years we have turned it from just a patch of mud into a landscaped haven; planting trees, shrubs and borders which give interest and colour all year round. The laurel hedging enclosing our entire plot was planted as soon as we moved in and has now matured into a beautiful hedge for wildlife, whilst also affording us complete privacy wherever we choose to sit in the garden.
The village of Great Bromley is busy and family friendly, with its excellent local primary school; a popular village hall with a host of scheduled activities; a good cricket team for youngsters, which our grandsons belong to; a small Tesco for last minute buys; and a village owned local pub, run by the villagers and very well-supported by everyone – even hosting a much needed once a week post office inside the pub. Transport links from the village are good, with a bus route into Colchester at the end of our road, and the local Manningtree station providing direct links to London within an hour.
One of the things we'll miss is sitting in bed every morning with a cup of tea looking out at the views across the local countryside. And we will of course miss our beautiful garden and the sun-filled garden room, both of which we spend the majority of our time in.
Sadly, now our grandson has left home, we have decided the time has come to downsize once again but we will miss the space and lifestyle this wonderful house has given us.
LOCATION
Great Bromley is a charming village situated on the eastern outskirts of Colchester, approximately 8 miles away. This quaint village offers a range of local amenities, including a church, a welcoming public house, and a well-regarded primary school. It enjoys a strategic location, providing convenient access to the coast via either the A133 or the A120.
The nearest town, Manningtree, is around 6 miles away and offers a wide array of local conveniences, including shops, supermarkets, a secondary school, and a mainline railway station with services running along both the Harwich and Norwich lines, connecting to London's Liverpool Street.
For those seeking further educational opportunities, Colchester boasts a Sixth Form College, while the University of Essex is located on the eastern fringes of the town.
Historic Colchester, with its town center encircled by Roman walls, is steeped in history and features notable landmarks such as its Norman Castle. The town center provides the amenities one would expect from a major town, including numerous national retailers, specialty shops, bars, and restaurants catering to various tastes. Additionally, the town center offers a multi-screen cinema, the Mercury Theatre, and the recently inaugurated Firstsite Art Gallery.
Colchester is also renowned for its exceptional schools, with the Royal Grammar School and Colchester Girls High consistently ranking at the top of the country's league tables year after year.
SERVICES
Mains Water, Electricity and Drainage.
Oil Fired Central Heating.
Please note that the above services have not been tested by the agent.
