No bars, no signal predictedOne bar, reliable signal unlikelyTwo bars, may experience problems with connectivityThree bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web servicesFull bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services
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Guide price£875,000
Added > 14 days

5 bedroom detached house for sale

St. Clare Drive, Colchester CO3
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Detached house
5 bed
3 bath

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Super-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Detached
  • Enviable location
  • Four bedrooms
  • Open plan kitchen/diner
  • Parking to front
  • One bedroom annex
  • Carport to side
  • Quiet cul de sac
  • Epc rating d
  • Council tax band g £3,449
Charming Four-Bedroom Detached Property in Colchester with Potential for Customization
Boydens are pleased to present this four-bedroom detached property in a highly desirable Colchester location. Originally built as one of three similar-style properties off St Clares Road, the home has been well-maintained yet offers plenty of opportunities for modernization and personal touches to truly make it your own. There is opportunity to add additional floor space (subject to planning) which the neighbouring property has benefitted from.

Entrance Hall and Ground Floor Layout
The property opens into a spacious entrance hall, featuring a WC and a grand staircase leading to the main hallway. While the hall boasts ample space, updating some finishes could further enhance the welcome. The dining room, with a bow window to the front, offers an ideal space for hosting; however, the currently blocked chimney could be reopened to introduce a more charming focal point.

The adjoining lounge features a gas fireplace and French doors to the rear garden, adding warmth and the potential for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The space could benefit from a few updates, offering a wonderful canvas for personal styling.

Functional Open Plan Kitchen and Orangery
The kitchen and dining area serve as the home’s central hub, outfitted with basic fitted units and an integrated oven and hob. The design remains functional, though some may wish to update appliances or cabinetry to better suit modern tastes. The French doors open into a large orangery, offering views of the rear garden and a cool space in summer. An adjoining annex provides extra versatility but may require some reconfiguring to fully integrate with the rest of the living space.

First Floor Bedrooms with Scope for Personalization
The upper level houses four bedrooms, with the principal suite featuring a bow window, ensuite bathroom, and spacious layout. Two additional double bedrooms are well-sized, while a fourth bedroom is currently used as a dressing room with fitted cupboards; converting it back into a bedroom is straightforward if needed. The family bathroom offers a full suite but could be updated to reflect contemporary designs and materials.

Independent Annex and Outdoor Areas
The annex has great potential, though may benefit from cosmetic updates to better complement the main property. Accessible from the orangery, the annex includes a lounge/kitchenette, a bedroom with garden views, and a basic shower room, making it ideal for guests or extended family members.

Outside, the home boasts a front garden with an in-and-out driveway, offering ample off-road parking and a side carport. The rear garden is mostly laid to lawn, with mature shrubs and trees that provide privacy, though landscaping could bring further appeal. A rear patio offers a space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with the potential to expand.

Lexden Location with Access to Colchester's Best
Located in the Lexden area, this property is just a mile from Colchester City Centre and close to renowned schools, including the Royal Grammar School, County High, and private institutions such as St. Mary’s and Holmwood House. Colchester North Station is also conveniently nearby, making it easy to commute to London in under an hour.

For recreation, nearby golf courses, West Mersea sailing, and seaside attractions at Frinton and Walton offer activities for all. This property is a fantastic opportunity for those who wish to create a customized family home in a sought-after neighborhood, blending classic appeal with room for contemporary updates.

Places of interest

    Boydens is a family-owned, independent Estate Agency tracing its routes back to the 1960’s and operating across North Essex and South Suffolk. We are experts in Residential Sales and Lettings services alongside our Block Management, Land, Commercial and Holiday Lettings services. We are active members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA), the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) and the Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA).

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on May 13, 2022

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    Mobile phone signal availability and predicted strength: obtained from Ofcom on May 13, 2022

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