House for sale

Colchester, Layer Breton

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

687.806 €

Listed Sep 15, 2026

About this listing

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a charming 18th-century timber-framed thatched cottage, occupying a delightful position in Layer Breton, near Colchester. Full of character and traditional appeal, this distinctive four-bedroom detached home combines period features with a flexible layout and generous private garden. The ground floor opens with an entrance porch leading into the home, with a useful WC and an inviting open-plan living and dining area providing an excellent space for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is well positioned alongside the main living accommodation, while the principal bedroom and family bathroom are also located on this floor. An additional room offers excellent flexibility and could be used as a study, home office or an extra bedroom, depending on requirements. Upstairs, the landing leads to two generous double bedrooms, providing comfortable additional accommodation and making the property well suited to family living or those looking for space for guests. Outside, the property enjoys a private garden offering a peaceful setting, together with a driveway providing off-road parking. The combination of the thatched roof, timber-framed construction and period character gives the cottage a truly individual appeal, while its detached position and flexible accommodation add to its practicality. Situated in the sought-after Layer Breton area, the property offers a wonderful balance of rural surroundings and accessibility to Colchester and the wider Essex area, making this a particularly appealing home for those looking for a character property with a tranquil countryside feel. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property. Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria. Exclusivity Fee: You can secure the purchase by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000. This grants the buyer exclusive rights to proceed with the purchase for the duration of the conveyancing process, during which time the seller agrees to remove the property from the market and not negotiate with other parties. The exclusivity fee is returned to the buyer upon successful completion of the purchase. A processing fee of £250 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This fee also covers the buyer identity verification checks required under UK Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, which are carried out by our independent third-party provider. The agreement sets out the terms of exclusivity and seller commitment but does not constitute an exchange of contracts. This arrangement provides buyers with reassurance that the property is secured exclusively for them, reducing the risk of gazumping and unnecessary aborted costs. Disclaimer The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and NOT as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have. Kitchen 2.2m x 4.34m Living & Dining Area 9.14m x 4.52m WC 1.42m x 1.3m Bathroom 2m x 3.4m Bedroom 1 3.43m x 4.24m Study 3.35m x 1.99m Hallway 1.32m x 2.03m Entry 1.7m x 1.57m Bedroom 2 4.75m x 4.45m Bedroom 3 4.45m x 4.52m Landing 3m x 2.03m

What's included

Garden

Parking

Location

Map loading soon

Neighborhood data on demand

Nearby essentials will load when this section comes into view.

Listed on

Rightmove