4 bed country house for sale

Boxted Church Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester, Essex CO6

Occupying a desirable position on sought-after Boxted Church Road in Great Horkesley, this attractive, extended detached residence, dating from circa 1925, offers a wonderful balance of character and modern family living. The property enjoys a generous plot with ample off-road parking and a beautifully maintained south-east facing rear garden, backing onto open countryside and affording far-reaching views.

The property is approached via a generous driveway leading to the front entrance and into a welcoming hallway which immediately sets the tone for the home, with a sense of space and character.
From here, the ground floor accommodation flows effortlessly, offering a variety of well-proportioned reception areas suited to both formal and informal living.
To the front, a charming sitting room benefits from a bay window allowing for plenty of natural light, while a separate study provides a quiet and versatile space ideal for home working. The dual aspect living room is positioned to the rear and enjoys a pleasant outlook over the garden, creating a comfortable and relaxing environment.
A particular feature of the home is the impressive kitchen and dining space, thoughtfully extended to form a generous open-plan area. This room is well-appointed with an extensive range of units and work surfaces, complemented by ample space for dining and entertaining, with direct access and views over the rear garden. Adjoining this is a useful utility room offering additional storage and workspace, together with a lobby area providing access to a cloakroom and internal access to the garage, enhancing the practicality of the layout.
On the first floor, a spacious landing provides access to all rooms and enhances the sense of light and space found throughout the property. The main bedroom is a particularly generous room, enjoying a pleasant outlook over the surrounding countryside and benefitting from the addition of a well-appointed en-suite shower room.
There are three further well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering flexibility for family living, guests or home working, and all served by a spacious family bathroom. This well-appointed suite features both a bath and separate shower, creating a comfortable and practical space suited to modern living while complementing the character of the home.
Externally, the property continues to impress, occupying a generous plot with well-maintained outside spaces. To the rear, the garden is a particular highlight, enjoying a south-easterly aspect and a high degree of privacy, with beautifully kept lawns bordered by mature planting, established trees and well-stocked beds.
A paved terrace spans the rear of the property, offering an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with direct access from the main living areas and delightful views across the garden. Beyond, the grounds extend to a spacious lawn, creating a wonderful setting for family enjoyment while backing onto open countryside, affording far-reaching rural views and a true sense of tranquillity.

Entrance Hall (4.62m x 2.62m (15' 2" x 8' 7"))

Sitting Room (3.58m x 2.9m (11' 9" x 9' 6"))

Study (5.38m x 2.26m (17' 8" x 7' 5"))

Living Room (7.34m x 4.8m (24' 1" x 15' 9"))

Lobby (2.97m x 2.57m (9' 9" x 8' 5"))

L shaped room.

Cloakroom (1.57m x 1.57m (5' 2" x 5' 2"))

Kitchen/Dining Room (9.98m x 3.53m (32' 9" x 11' 7"))

Utility Room (3.18m x 2.54m (10' 5" x 8' 4"))

Landing (5.84m x 1.7m (19' 2" x 5' 7"))

Main Bedroom (4.72m x 3.53m (15' 6" x 11' 7"))

Ensuite (2.54m x 1.14m (8' 4" x 3' 9"))

Bedroom (3.58m x 3.15m (11' 9" x 10' 4"))

Bedroom (3.56m x 2.97m (11' 8" x 9' 9"))

Bedroom (4.06m x 3.3m (13' 4" x 10' 10"))

Family Bathroom (3.66m x 3.38m (12' 0" x 11' 1"))

Garage (7.04m x 3.12m (23' 1" x 10' 3"))

Services

We understand mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil-fired central heating. EV charging point.

Broadband And Mobile Check

Broadband and Mobile Data supplied by Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker.
Broadband: At time of writing there is Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast broadband availability. Our vendor reports they are connected to Gigaclear via fibre.
Mobile: These figures show the percentage of measurements across this postal district over the last 12 months that can successfully stream video or make a video call if they have coverage. EE 78%, O2 74%, Three 75% and Vodafone 76%. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.