1 bedroom cottage for sale

A charming one-bedroom cottage that is peacefully tucked away in the heart of one of Colchester's most desirable districts, Lexden. A wonderful home that boasts a wealth of period charm, with its beauty protected by historic England with its Grade II listed status. Highlights include; an inviting reception room with an inglenook fireplace and inset cast iron log burner, handcrafted traditional kitchen with a Rangemaster stove (subject to negotiation), ground floor shower room, a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a luxury tiled en-suite bathroom with a foot claw bath and W.C. Outside, its owner will enjoy a private and enclosed rear garden, benefitting from a large outbuilding which could be utilised for uses such as a home office/gymnasium/play room.

As you approach the cottages access, you will be immediately impressed by the front facade of the neighbouring cottages and the picturesque street scene. A secure side gate provides access to the front door of the property. As you enter, you are greeted by an inviting reception room complete with an exposed brick inglenook fireplace with a large and imposing cast iron log burner - ideal or those crisp autumn and winter evenings. Access is provided to a traditional handcrafted kitchen, offering space for appliances and a focal cast iron Rangemaster stove (subject to negotiation) is featured. A ground floor shower room and toilet is offered for convenience, whilst a stable door provides access to a private enclosed rear garden. Stairs to the first floor are accessible from the reception room, which leads to a sizeable double bedroom with fitted wardrobes. The added luxury of an en-suite bathroom is on offer and features a foot claw bath, W.C. wash basin and tiled splashback.

Outside, a generously proportioned rear garden awaits, divided into two sections. One area offers a peaceful courtyard space for al-fresco dining and seating, whilst the other and large of the two forms the majority of the garden, predominately laid to lawn and features an array of hedges and plants throughout. To the rear of the garden a hut provides a sheltered place to sit and admire the rear garden, whilst a spacious outbuilding is also on offer.

Offered to the market with the added luxury of no onward chain, we encourage early internal viewings to prevent inevitable disappointment.