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Colchester Road, Great Totham

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

3,100 sq ft

288 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • MODERN INDIVIDUAL FIVE BEDROOM HOME
  • APPROX. 3358 SQ FT OF ACCOMMODATION
  • PRINCIPLE SUITE WITH DRESSING AREA AND STYLISH FULL EN-SUITE
  • THREE BATHROOMS, FOUR TOILETS
  • STUNNING KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM
  • SINGLE GARAGE AND AMPLE PARKING
  • APPROXIMATELY 8 YEARS REMAINING ON BUILDING WARRANTY
  • 15 MINUTE DRIVE TO MAINLINE STATION - 45 MINUTES TO LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET
  • VIEWS OVER OPEN WOODLAND AND MEADOWS
  • SOUGHT AFTER VILLAGE LOCATION

Description

A contemporary five bedroom family home constructed around 2021 - 2022, in the sought after village of Great Totham. Set over three floors the accommodation has a modern, aesthetic throughout and approaches 3358 sq ft. The quality finish and stylish décor, the high quality fixtures makes this a home you 'can move straight in. The stunning outlook takes in uninterrupted views over meadows and woodland.

The recently built home is spectacularly filled with light, enhancing volume against a backdrop of modern quality materials and finishes. The ground floor has a coalescence of single and double height ceilings with the dramatic central entrance hall showcases a contemporary galleried landing with sleek glass balustrades allowing spaces to be lit by plenty of natural sunlight. Over-sized feature windows, aluminium bi-fold doors and Juliet balconies open the house up to the serene views of the meadows and woodlands and, far reaching views to the river Blackwater at Tollesbury and beyond.

LOCATION
The property is set well back from the Colchester Road in a private lay-by of six houses, all with their own different style, this being the newest, most striking and modern property in the set.

ACCOMODATION

INTERNAL

Ground Floor

A generous private drive leads to the main entrance. An impressive light filled vaulted entrance hall leads to the downstairs accommodation
To the front is the living room. Tastefully decorated and almost square, dual aspect brings plenty of light to the room and the media wall is perfect for a large TV.
Back to the hallway cloakroom. Two piece suite comprising concealed cistern wc and wash hand basin, LVT Karndean flooring, underfloor heating.

The hub of this home is the Kitchen/Dining/Family Room. A room that our vendors spend a majority of the time, especially in the summer and autumn months with the bi-fold doors open bringing ‘the outside in’. A wonderful relaxing area to entertain and enjoy the privacy and views.
The bi fold doors opening to rear garden and fabulous countryside views, two full height double glazed picture windows to side. Full range of bespoke kitchen units with large island and quartz worktops, AEG appliances including ovens, combination microwave, electric induction hob with built in downdraught extractor, dishwasher, integrated fridge and freezer, pop up sockets on island, LVT Karndean flooring, underfloor heating, inset ceiling speakers for purchaser to connect to their own sound system.

There is a separate utility room. Double glazed window to side, fully fitted with bespoke units and laminate worktops, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, LVT Karndean flooring, underfloor heating.

First Floor

To the rear is the principle suite, dressing area - with fully fitted wardrobes, bedroom which can easily accommodate a super king size bed and large side cabinets. French doors with Juliet balcony offering countryside views.
The impressive feature in this bedroom is the en-suite bathroom. Glazed bespoke glass fronted en-suite with fully glazed door, heated towel rail, electric underfloor heating, suite comprising feature freestanding bath, oversized walk-in shower, wall hung sink and wall hung wc.
Adjacent is another double bedroom with fitted wardrobes that could also double as a home office.
To the front is a large double bedroom that equally could be a playroom.
A family bathroom with bath and overhead shower complete the first floor accommodation.

Second Floor
To the rear is a generous double bedroom with feature French doors with Juliet balcony offering elevated countryside views.

To the right of the top floor landing is another double bedroom and shower room

EXTERNAL

Driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicle, side gate to rear garden, access to integral garage (slightly larger than a single) with electric roller doors, power and light connected, personal door to rear garden.

South easterly facing rear garden, large desked raised terrace directly off the kitchen, with remainder laid to lawn. There are wonderful views across open woodland and meadows, far reaching views in the distance to the Blackwater estuary at Tollesbury and Goldhanger.

Additional Specification:

* Heavy duty doors with chrome ironmongery
* Black Upvc double glazed windows and doors, aluminium bi-fold doors.
* Chrome finished electrical fittings for sockets and switches, white led inset fire rated downlights.
* Inset ceiling speakers to specified rooms ready for purchaser to connect to their own system.
* Air source heat pump, underfloor heating to ground floor, radiators to bedrooms and electric underfloor heating to master en-suite and main bathroom.
*Approximately 8 years remaining on the Build Zone warranty
* Latest home security system including comprehensive intruder alarm system, activation warnings sent to smartphone, 5 external CCTV cameras.
* Landscaped gardens mainly laid to lawn.
* External lighting to all elevations.

WHAT'S NEARBY

Great Totham is a respectable Essex Village, south of the City of Colchester set between the village of Tiptree and the historic waterside town of Maldon. With two public houses, a village shop and post office, primary school, village hall and village cricket green. There is a real friendly village community, mixture of families, older and young couples and, activities for all age groups.



There is also three local farm shops all offering a range of local and fresh products, including sea food at the nearby Great Braxted Farm Shop



There are countryside walks and cycle rides only minutes away and would be great for a family who enjoy Saturday afternoons with the children, tucking into a picnic and enjoying the fresh countryside air.

WITHIN EASY REACH

For true sailing enthusiasts nearby Tollesbury and Mersea Island provide a variety of facilities and moorings.



The house is also just a 10-minute drive to the charming village of Goldhanger on the Blackwater Estuary, where you can safely swim and pick samphire on the shore line.



Nearby Heybridge Basin is a haven for sailing and boat lovers and those who like a picturesque canal walk, while the market town of Maldon is also within easy reach with plenty to do for the maritime enthusiast.



Maldon also has its promenade park and historic quay and the enjoyable sea wall walks at nearby Heybridge Basin and Goldhanger.



The district is also rich in wildlife and has many natural attractions including Salt Water Marsh



For weekly shopping Tiptree or Maldon have a good selection of boutique shops and supermarkets, both within 4 miles. Maldon having the widest selection including Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, Asda and Marks and Spencer 'Simply Food' Tiptree and Maldon both offer a variety of public houses, eateries and take-away facilities, doctors and dentists.



For health and leisure and golfing the clubs and courses at nearby Foresters Park, Braxted Park, Benton Hall and the Five Lakes Country Club. Benton Hall, a 10 minute drive has a superb mix of golf and leisure facilities (including indoor pool) and in house restaurant.



The historic City of Colchester is a 20 minute drive north and provides a wider range of boutique shops and larger national stores, plus a wider range of amenities and services.



Equally, the City of Chelmsford, which is south of the village and 25 minute drive does offer comparable services and shopping as Colchester.

SCHOOLS

Great Totham is well known for the local primary school, which maintains a very high standard of education. Maldon, Witham or Tiptree offer a choice of secondary schools or private schooling at Maldon Court Prep School in Maldon.



Holmwood House in Stanway Colchester, approximately 10 and 20 minute drive respectively. Great Totham does fall into the catchment for both Chelmsford Grammar Schools - KEGS and County High School for Girls, with local pickup bus services. There are also school buses to Colchester Royal Grammar School and the Girls High School. The Independent school at New Hall, Boreham is only a 20 minute journey by car.

TRANSPORT LINKS

The nearest railway stations are Witham or Kelvedon which have a fast and frequent service to London Liverpool Street. Witham being the primary choice, 15 minute maximum drive to the station, then 45 minutes to London Liverpool Street. Access to the A12 North and South is a 10 minute drive.



The M25 is to the south west with a journey time by road of approximately 40 minutes.



Stansted Airport is approximately 45-50 minute drive,

SERVICES

TENURE - Freehoid

COUNCIL TAX - G

LOCAL AUTHORITY - Maldon District Council



SERVICES

Mains electricity, water and drainage, air source heat pump



INTERNET - Fibre available up to 63mbps by subscription

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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
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Colchester Road, Great Totham

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  • Witham Station3.3 miles
  • Kelvedon Station3.6 miles
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About Chewton Rose, Colchester

156 - 158 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1PG
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Are you keen to move out of London and get more house for your money? Moving to the Colchester area is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle while still being an easy journey from the capital. Colchester is just over 50 minutes into London Liverpool Street and a 45 minute drive to Stansted.

There are some excellent schools in the area, and plenty to occupy all the family in your free time. Head to Mersea Island for its beaches and watersports, to the zoo for some animal spotting. Colchester also has some great shopping and excellent restaurants and bars. The ever-popular coastal towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold are only an hour away.

Whether you are looking for a period Georgian, Victorian or Edwardian home, a cottage or barn conversion or ultra-modern eco-friendly house, there's something to delight and surprise you in this historic and friendly area.

Let Chewton Rose help you find your ideal property in Colchester. Our branch is open Monday to Saturday at 158 High Street.

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