4 bed country house for sale

Dedham Meade, Dedham, Colchester, Essex CO7

Occupying a generous plot within the sought-after village of Dedham, this substantial detached residence offers spacious and well-balanced accommodation ideally suited to modern family living. The property benefits from a mature rear garden, ample off-road parking and an integral garage, whilst internally providing a versatile arrangement of living space across two floors. Enjoying a peaceful setting within easy reach of local amenities, countryside walks and excellent transport links, the property successfully combines village charm with everyday practicality.

The property is approached via a gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the integral garage. Mature trees and established planting contribute to the attractive kerb appeal of this detached family home. Once inside, the ground floor accommodation is arranged around a welcoming entrance hall, creating a practical and well-balanced flow throughout the property. To the rear aspect, the sitting room provides a comfortable principal reception space with double doors opening into the conservatory, which enjoys attractive views across the rear garden and an abundance of natural light through its glazed surround and vaulted ceiling.
Positioned centrally within the home, the dining room offers an ideal setting for both formal entertaining and everyday family use, with large sliding doors framing the garden beyond. Adjoining this space is a separate snug area, providing additional flexibility for informal living, whilst the study presents an ideal work-from-home environment or hobby room.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of storage units and work surfaces, complemented by views to the front aspect and access to the side of the property. Further benefits to the ground floor include a cloakroom, useful storage space and internal access to the integral garage.
The first-floor accommodation is arranged from a central landing and comprises four double bedrooms, offering flexibility for family living, guest accommodation or additional workspace if required. The main bedroom enjoys a pleasant outlook across the rear garden, whilst the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
Externally, the property occupies a generous and mature plot with a substantial rear garden predominantly laid to lawn, enclosed by established boundaries and well-stocked planting. A paved and shingled terrace extends across the rear of the property, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining whilst enjoying views back towards the house and conservatory.
The south-facing garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is beautifully framed by a variety of mature trees and shrubs, creating a peaceful and attractive setting.
The generous outdoor space is further enhanced by a charming summerhouse with an area of decking, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or making the most of the garden during the warmer months.

Entrance Hall

Cloakroom (1.73m x 0.79m (5' 8" x 2' 7"))

Sitting Room (5m x 4.04m (16' 5" x 13' 3"))

Conservatory (3.48m x 3.43m (11' 5" x 11' 3"))

Dining Room (5.87m x 3.15m (19' 3" x 10' 4"))

Study (2.57m x 2.34m (8' 5" x 7' 8"))

Kitchen/Breakfast Room (4m x 2.74m (13' 1" x 9' 0"))

Space for range cooker.

Landing (6.4m x 1.7m (21' 0" x 5' 7"))

Bedroom (4.98m x 4.04m (16' 4" x 13' 3"))

Bathroom (3.1m x 1.83m (10' 2" x 6' 0"))

L shaped room.

Bedroom (4m x 2.64m (13' 1" x 8' 8"))

Bedroom (3.12m x 2.9m (10' 3" x 9' 6"))

Bedroom (4.01m x 2.77m (13' 2" x 9' 1"))

Garage (5.05m x 2.3m (16' 7" x 7' 7"))

Summerhouse (3.05m x 2.44m (10' 0" x 8' 0"))

Services

We understand mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property.

Broadband And Mobile Availability

Broadband and Mobile Data supplied by Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker.
Broadband: At time of writing there is Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast broadband availability.
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 84%, O2 70%, Three 81% and Vodafone 73%. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.