3 bed bungalow for sale

Abberton Road, Layer-De-La-Haye, Colchester, Essex CO2

Occupying a generous plot of approximately 0.23 acres in the highly sought-after village of Layer de la Haye, this spacious detached bungalow offers excellent potential for modernisation and benefits from extensive lawned gardens, ample off-road parking, a detached double garage, and is offered for sale with no onward chain.

A welcoming porch leads into a central hallway, providing access to all principal rooms throughout the property. The living room is a spacious reception room featuring an electric fireplace with brick-built surround and tiled hearth.

The principal bedroom is a well-proportioned double room with fitted sliding-door wardrobes, a storage cupboard, and a window overlooking the rear garden. Bedroom two is also a good-sized room, while bedroom three provides versatile additional space that can be used as a bedroom, dining room, study, or home office.

The shower room is fitted with a white suite comprising a low-level WC, vanity wash basin with storage beneath, and a corner walk-in shower enclosure. The room features marble-effect wall panelling and tiled flooring, with an additional cupboard housing the water tank.

The open-plan kitchen/dining area is located at the rear of the property and is fitted with a range of matching wood-fronted base and eye-level units incorporating a stainless steel inset sink positioned beneath a window overlooking the garden. There is an electric oven and hob, with space for freestanding appliances including a washing machine, dishwasher, and fridge-freezer. A sliding door provides access to the patio area, with the double garage beyond, and the large rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with borders containing well-established trees, mature shrubs, and planting.

Location

The property is situated in the sought-after village of Layer-de-la-Haye, approximately three miles south of Colchester city centre. The village provides a range of everyday amenities including a well-regarded primary school, a doctor's surgery, a local convenience store, two public houses/restaurants, and regular bus services to Colchester city centre. Colchester offers an extensive range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities, together with a mainline railway station providing direct services to London Liverpool Street.

Directions

Use postcode CO2 0JU for Satnav.

Important Information

Tenure – Freehold
Services – Mains water, electricity, and drainage are connected to the property. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, with a newly installed boiler in 2026.
EPC Rating – tbc
Council Tax Band – E