Birch Street, Birch, Colchester, CO2

Aspire Estate Agents are delighted to present to the market this substantial and beautifully presented five-bedroom detached bungalow, set in the highly sought-after village of Birch. Offering generous living accommodation and exceptional versatility, this home features two large self-contained annexes, four additional outbuildings, and a superb south-west facing rear garden making it an ideal purchase for extended families, home business use, or those seeking multi-generational living.

This spacious bungalow boasts five well-proportioned double bedrooms, with potential for further expansion into the loft already benefiting from a staircase in place. Internally, the accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, a bright and airy lounge, a spacious kitchen/diner, a stunning second reception room, utility room, a family bathroom, and a separate shower room. The layout is both practical and elegant, designed to cater to modern family life.

Situated in the rear garden are two large, fully self-contained annexes, offering a wealth of opportunities including guest accommodation, rental potential, or independent living for relatives. Externally, the property sits on a generous plot with a beautifully maintained, south-west facing rear garden complete with a summerhouse. To the front, an 'in and out' driveway provides ample off-road parking.

Location Highlights:

Nestled in the heart of Birch, the property enjoys a peaceful, semi-rural setting while remaining conveniently close to local amenities. The village features a well-regarded primary school, a charming local pub (The Hare & Hounds), a church, and scenic countryside walks. Excellent transport links are nearby, with Marks Tey Station (3.4 miles), Kelvedon Station (4.9 miles), and Colchester Town Station (5.1 miles), all offering regular services to London Liverpool Street. The A12 is also within easy reach for road commuters.

Nearby Amenities Include:Stane Retail Park & Tollgate Shopping Centre offering major retailers including M&S and Sainsbury s (approx. 4 miles).Education Birch C of E Primary School is just 0.7 miles away, with several Good and Outstanding rated schools nearby in Colchester including Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls.Outdoor Recreation Enjoy nature at the nearby Roman River Valley Nature Reserve and Abberton Reservoir, both offering scenic walking trails and birdwatching.Aspire Estate Agents strongly recommend an early internal viewing of this unique and versatile home to fully appreciate all it has to offer and to avoid disappointment.

Main Residence;Entrance Porch & HallwayLeading into a welcoming hall with vertical radiator and feature fireplace.Lounge10'10 x 19'8 (3.30m x 6.00m)Bay window to front, patio doors to garden, double radiator.Kitchen Area8'10 x 6'7 (2.70m x 2.00m)Feature fireplace, base/wall units, larder cupboard, space for fridge/freezer.Kitchen/Diner11'6 x 19'0 (3.50m x 5.80m)Quartz worktops, double oven, island with 5-ring induction hob and wine cooler, vertical radiator, ceramic sink.Second Reception Room21'4 x 17'9 (6.50m x 5.40m)Two bay windows, aluminium bi-fold doors, feature roof lantern perfect for entertaining.Utility Room4'11 x 9'2 (1.50m x 2.80m)Worktop with units, space for appliances, boiler housing, external door.Family BathroomBath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, towel rail, obscure glazed window.Shower RoomDouble shower, WC, wash hand basin, chrome towel railBedrooms Main Bungalow;Bedroom One: 15'9 x 11'6 (4.80m x 3.50m) Window to front, radiator, built-in wardrobes.Bedroom Two: 10'6 x 14'9 (3.20m x 4.50m) Bay window to front, radiator, built-in wardrobes.Bedroom Three: 15'5 x 7'7 (4.70m x 2.30m) Bay window, full-wall wardrobes.Bedroom Four: 8'6 x 10'6 (2.60m x 3.20m) Window to rear, radiator.Loft Room / Potential Bedroom Six;17'5 x 8'6 (5.30m x 2.60m)Bright room with large window, ideal for a bedroom, office or hobby space. Stairs in place (not building regs compliant).Annexe One (Self-Contained)Lounge/Diner: 18'1 x 16'5 (5.50m x 5.00m) Sliding doors to side, two radiators.Kitchen: 5'11 x 7'7 (1.80m x 2.30m) Window to front, fitted units, hob, oven, extractor, fridge/freezer space.Shower Room: Shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin.Annexe Two (Self-Contained)Lounge/Kitchen/Bedroom: 10'6 x 16'9 (3.20m x 5.10m) Open-plan layout with 2 front windows, 1 rear window, 2 patio doors, fold-down wall bed, fitted kitchen.Shower Room: Shower, WC, wash hand basin.ExteriorFront:Gated 'in and out' driveway, block paved with stone borders, providing extensive off-road parking.Rear Garden:Large south-west facing garden mainly laid to lawn with patio, brick-built shed, powered summerhouse, and enclosed fencing. Additional gated garden area at the rear.Outbuildings:Four additional outbuildings offering workshop or conversion potential.