Sandmartin Crescent, Stanway, CO3 8WQ

Offering an impressive amount of space across three floors, this substantial five-bedroom detached home combines contemporary interiors, versatile living accommodation and an attractive setting in the ever-popular Stanway area of Colchester.
Thoughtfully extended and modernised, the property has been designed with family living in mind, featuring two generous reception rooms, a stylish kitchen and a striking glass-roofed conservatory that creates a wonderful space for dining and entertaining. Five bedrooms, including two particularly spacious rooms within the converted loft, provide plenty of flexibility for growing families, while the generous garden, extensive driveway and detached garage complete this appealing family home.

The Property

Behind its attractive red-brick exterior, this well-presented home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, thoughtfully arranged over three floors to accommodate the demands of modern family life.
The welcoming entrance hall leads through to a generously proportioned sitting room, providing a comfortable space for relaxing and entertaining. A feature fireplace creates an attractive focal point, while windows to the side and French doors opening onto the rear garden allow natural light to fill the room. A separate dining room sits to the front of the property, offering an ideal setting for family meals, although its flexibility makes it equally suited to a playroom, additional sitting room or home office.
The contemporary kitchen has been stylishly updated with sleek, handleless cabinetry in a sophisticated dark finish, complemented by contrasting work surfaces, integrated cooking appliances and practical storage. Opening directly into the impressive conservatory, the two spaces work particularly well together, creating a sociable arrangement that is ideal for everyday family life.
With its striking glazed roof, contemporary dark frames and garden views, the conservatory is a particularly attractive addition to the home. Currently arranged as a dining space, it provides a wonderful setting for everything from relaxed family breakfasts to entertaining friends, with French doors opening directly onto the patio and garden beyond. A convenient ground floor cloakroom completes this level.
The first floor accommodates three well-proportioned bedrooms, including the principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and its own modern en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are bright and comfortably sized, offering flexibility for children, guests or home working. A stylish family bathroom, finished with contemporary marble-effect tiling, a bath with shower over and modern vanity storage, serves this floor, alongside a useful separate utility room.
A further staircase leads to the beautifully converted second floor, where two particularly generous bedrooms occupy the roof space. Both enjoy plenty of natural light from dormer windows, with the characterful sloping ceilings adding interest to these impressive rooms. Whether used as additional bedrooms, teenage retreats or dedicated workspaces, this upper floor adds another dimension to the home's already substantial living spaces.

The Outside

The property enjoys an attractive position with a distinctive red-brick frontage, contrasting dark detailing and an extensive driveway providing generous off-road parking. A detached garage offers additional parking or valuable storage, while gated side access leads through to the rear garden.
To the rear, the enclosed garden provides a generous outdoor space with plenty of potential for families to enjoy. A substantial paved patio extends across the back of the house, creating an ideal setting for outdoor dining, summer gatherings and entertaining, with direct access from both the sitting room and conservatory.
Beyond the patio, an open lawn provides space for children to play, while established boundaries offer a sense of enclosure. The garden presents a fantastic opportunity for buyers to introduce their own landscaping and planting, creating an outdoor space to complement the home's attractive interiors.

The Area

Sandmartin Crescent is situated within the popular Stanway area of Colchester, a location particularly well regarded for its excellent range of everyday amenities, schools and convenient transport connections.
Families are well catered for, with Stanway School and a choice of primary schools nearby, while the Tollgate Shopping Centre and Stane Retail Park offer an extensive selection of shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants. Leisure facilities, open spaces and local amenities are also within easy reach, making this a particularly practical location for busy family life.
For commuters, the nearby A12 and A120 provide convenient road connections towards Chelmsford, Ipswich and beyond, while Colchester's railway stations offer services towards London Liverpool Street. Colchester city centre is also easily accessible, with its historic character, independent shops, restaurants and cultural attractions providing plenty to explore.
Combining the convenience of a well-established residential setting with excellent access to schools, shopping and transport, Stanway continues to be a popular choice for families looking to put down roots.

Further Information

Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Colchester
Council Tax Band: D
Property Construction: Brick
Mains Gas, Electricity, Water and Sewerage

Mobile Coverage

EE Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
O2 Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
3 Good outdoor
There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.
Vodafone Good outdoor, variable in-home
There is a variable chance of a good connection to support mobile services in parts of the home, as well as outdoors. Basic services such as voice and text messages are more likely to be available.

Broadband Coverage

The table shows the predicted broadband services in your area.
Broadband type Highest available download speed Highest available upload speed Availability
Standard 6 Mbps 0.8 Mbps Good
Superfast 80 Mbps 20 Mbps Good
Ultrafast 1800 Mbps 220 Mbps Good
Networks in your area - Openreach, Virgin Media

Important information

1. These particulars are a general guide and do not form part of any offer or contract.
2. Measurements, floorplans, areas and distances are approximate. Please check anything that matters to you before committing to any cost.
3. We have not tested any services, appliances, fixtures or fittings. Items not mentioned in these particulars are not included in the sale.
4. We have not verified the legal title. Tenure, boundaries and any lease details should be confirmed by your solicitor.
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