4 Bed Detached House For Sale

The Kingfisher

Plot 46, The Kingfisher, is a 4-bedroom detached house with a garage.

Upon entering the property, the hallway gives access to the living room, WC, kitchen and stairs to the upstairs. The large living room has double internal doors into the dining area with further French doors onto the patio. The kitchen is fitted with a Bosch oven, hob and extractor with access to the utility room with an external door onto the driveway. Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms and a fourth bedroom, which could be used as a study. There is also an en-suite shower room and family bathroom with a bath. With underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs powered by Air Source Heat Pump. EV charging pod to all homes.



Dimensions

Kitchen 3.915m x 3.837m 12'10" x 12'7"

Dining Area 3.985m x 3.061m 13'1" x 10'1

Utility 2.108m x 1.667m 6'11" x 5'6"

Living Room 4.665m x 3.872m 15'4" x 12'9"

Master Bedroom 3.902m x 3.174m 12'10" x 10'5"

Bedroom 2 3.130m x 3.100m 10'3" x 10'2"

Bedroom 3 2.982m x 2.851m 9'9" x 9'4"

Bedroom 4 2.937m x 2.474m 9'8" x 8'1"



About Monarch Rise

This idyllic village offers nature on your doorstep. Explore ancient woodlands, the Roman River Valley Nature Reserve with potential otter sightings, or nearby Mersea Island beaches. Abberton Reservoir's internationally important wetland for wildfowl is just a 5-minute drive away.



Both inviting village pubs serve food, offering a choice of venues whether you're meeting friends for lunch or grabbing a snack after walking the dog. Choose between the family-owned, traditional

country pub, Donkey & Buskins, or the 16th-century pub, The Layer Fox, both within walking distance. Other local dining options include Maine's restaurant at Kingsford Park Spa, The Peldon Rose, and the delightful seafood restaurants of Mersea.



Layer de la Haye boasts allotments, a children's play area, and a church. Walk to the Premier convenience store and Post Office or Wick Farm Shop for your essentials, or drive to a nearby choice of supermarket, including a Waitrose & Partners. Colchester has a weekly market and

independent and High Street shops, including a Fenwick department store. Stanway's stores, coffee shops and restaurants, are less than 5 miles away.



Leading an active life is easy here. Walk or cycle the country lanes, sail at Mersea Island, or enjoy Layer de la Haye's recreation ground and multi-sport court. The village hall offers Pilates, badminton, and fitness classes. Kingsford Park Bannatyne Health Club & Spa is a 3-minute drive, with a choice of golf clubs and Colchester gyms nearby.



Enjoy the entertainment and cultural attractions of Colchester including Wyvernwood, an immersive children's experience, or the renowned zoo. Wildlife and birdwatching enthusiasts will enjoy Fingringhoe Wick. History fans have Colchester Castle and the Tudor Layer Marney Tower to explore. Dedham Vale's inspiring natural beauty is just over 30 minutes away.



Layer de la Haye CofE Primary School is a 10-minute walk and was Ofsted-rated Good in 2023. A pre-school caters for youngsters aged 2-5. Colchester has a grammar school system, and pupils can sit an exam for selective schools. The Stanway School is an 11-16 school, Ofsted rated Good. Older pupils can attend Colchester Sixth Form College or Colchester Institute. Independent schools include St Mary's School for Girls, Holmwood House, and Colchester High School. University Centre Colchester and the University of Essex's Wivenhoe Campus offer degree courses.