Swan Street, Kelvedon, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9NG

Part of our Signature collection, this stunning five bedroom detached family home is in an enviable location, set on its own private island. Within easy reach of the mainline station, there are an extensive range of outbuildings and grounds approaching 2 acres. Mill Cottage is uniquely positioned in a sought-after area and has been meticulously updated and extended by the current owners. The property has full access rights via Easterford Mill.

On entering Mill Cottage there is a spacious entrance hall with a staircase rising to the first floor and access to all ground floor accommodation. The principal sitting room enjoys a large open fireplace with surround and two double glazed windows to the side aspect and access into the beautifully constructed garden room built by Westbury this wonderful space with elevated ceilings has an abundance of natural light and bi-folding doors to the rear leading out to the garden.

The well equipped and bespoke kitchen/dining room has been wonderfully designed with window to the rear aspect, large integral butler sink, a mixture of quartz and granite worktops, large working Aga, There is a range of wall and base units incorporating cupboards and drawers, an extensive pantry. This space also has bi-fold doors to the front leading to a wonderful seating area and access through to the well-equipped utility room which has access to the rear garden, butler sink, matching unts with granite worktops and space and plumbing for an American style fridge freezer.

The inner hallway provides access to the family bathroom and bedroom four and five. Bedroom five is a fantastic size and could also be a used as a reception room. Adjacent to the main entrance hall is bedroom one with windows to the rear aspect, built in wardrobes and door to the en-suite facilities. Bedroom two is set to the front of the property with two double glazed windows and door to the second en-suite facilities. The ground floor concludes with a cloakroom featuring W.C and a wash hand basin.

The first floor gives access to bedroom two with two double glazed windows to the rear aspect and door to the en-suite facilities and a further door leading into the extensive loft.

Outside
As previously mentioned the property sits within a 2 acre plot with immediate access onto the River Blackwater. The property is set behind electric gates which lead into a private gravelled courtyard providing off road parking for multiple vehicles. There are three single garages all with timber side hung doors, three cart lodges, a separate secure modern constructed garage with roller door, this garage is large enough to house multiple vehicles and has windows and power and lighting. There is also a separate workshop area to the rear. There is also a further detached garage ideal for a large mobile home with over 12ft. head height with electric roller door. The property has an outside W.C.

To the front of the property there are extensive lawned areas with a footbridge over the River Blackwater taking you to a second lawned garden area where there are mature shrubs and trees.

To the side of the property there is a gravelled footpath which meanders to the rear of the grounds where there is further large lawn area flanked by the River Blackwater with extensive mature trees and shrubs.

The formal rear garden with steps down from the garden room lead onto an extensive patio area with the remainder mainly laid to lawn with a variety of trees and shrubs. There is a second covered pavilion patio area with lighting, heating and fitted windbreaks. There is also a Scandinavian barbeque hut large enough for 20 people.

Important Information

The property has full access rights via Easterford Mill.
Council Tax Band – G
Services – We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure – Freehold
EPC rating –
Our ref – WIT120075/DJN