Heron Close, Colchester, CO3 8WH

This beautiful four bedroom detached home is perfectly positioned within the highly sought‑after area of Stanway, a location renowned for its excellent amenities, popular retail parks, and superb transport links. With the A12 close by and both Marks Tey and Colchester Stations only a short drive away, the property is ideal for commuters. Convenient bus routes also provide direct access into Colchester City Centre, making everyday travel effortless. Set on an extraordinary plot beside a tranquil lake, the home enjoys a picturesque backdrop of green space, offering a rare sense of peace and privacy.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a spacious hallway with access to a downstairs W/C, leading through to the bright and inviting living room. This generous space is filled with natural light, enhanced by large windows and patio doors that open onto the garden. A charming focal fireplace adds warmth and character, creating a perfect setting for relaxation. The upgraded kitchen is the true highlight of the ground floor. Thoughtfully designed, it features stylish grey and oak work surfaces, a ceramic butler sink with mixer tap, breakfast bar seating, and an integrated double oven. This impressive space is both functional and beautifully finished, offering an ideal environment for cooking, dining, and unwinding. A separate dining room, complete with stunning bay windows, provides ample room for a large dining table and enjoys an abundance of natural light. Completing the ground floor is a delightful orangery, a versatile additional reception room that benefits from wonderful views of the garden.

Upstairs, the property offers four well‑proportioned bedrooms. Three of the rooms comfortably accommodate double beds, while the main bedroom enjoys its own en‑suite shower room. The fourth bedroom provides excellent flexibility, making it suitable as a single bedroom, dressing room, or home office. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining rooms and completes the first floor.

Externally, the home boasts a well‑proportioned south‑west facing rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn and featuring a block‑paved patio area that is perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. The property also benefits from a private driveway and a double garage, providing excellent off‑road parking.