This stunning five bedroom detached family home is nestled in a private cul de sac in the popular waterside town of Wivenhoe. Renowned for many things, Wivenhoe is steeped in history and was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as ‘Wiivnhou’.
Wivenhoe is around 3 miles to the South East of Colchester, The town has a number of small local shops, there is a bookshop, a chemist, two post offices, corner house coffee shop, toy shop, delicatessen , tea rooms, Co-op, pet supplier, florist and art gallery. There are numerous pubs including the Black Buoy Pub, Horse and Groom, and the well regarded waterfront pub the Rose & Crown, some of which are the venue for musical events, including a jazz club. There are also some great places to eat. The University of Essex is next door to the town and there is also good access into Colchester. Wivenhoe has its own train station which offers a link into London Liverpool Street.
There are two primary schools, Broomgrove Infant and Junior, and Millfields Primary. Secondary schools are available in the surrounding area. The University of Essex has been located at Wivenhoe Park since 1964.
The spacious accommodation comprises of large entrance hallway with stairs rising to the first floor, doors leading off to the recently fitted W.C., study/ home office, light and airy lounge with doors opening onto the rear garden, large kitchen fully fitted with integrated appliances throughout with access to a handy utility room. Walk from the kitchen through to the open plan dining/conservatory area at the rear of the house, this is the perfect area to sit and entertain family and friends.
Onto the first floor, the spacious landing area has doors leading off to all five bedrooms and a family bathroom. The master suite is a good size and has windows to the front and rear. Walk through to the recently fitted en suite bathroom, which has a stunning walk in shower, free standing bath and ‘his and hers’ wash basins. There are four more bedrooms which are all of ample size and a family bathroom completes the accommodation on the first floor.
Outside, the property is approached by a driveway which offers ample off road parking and leads to a double garage. The rear garden is enclosed and mainly laid to lawn, with raised sun-bathed terrace and summer house to remain.
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