# Layer Breton Hill, Layer Breton, Colchester, Essex, CO2

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## Listing facts

- **Status:** active
- **Transaction:** sale
- **Category:** house
- **Asking price:** 550,000 GBP
- **Location:** Layer Breton, Colchester, GB
- **Bedrooms:** 4
- **Published:** 2026-07-22T23:52:10.435Z
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-12T11:51:39.687Z
- **Listed on:** rightmove-uk

## Description

Situated in the sought after village of Layer Breton is this generously sized and well-presented four bedroom detached family home. The property is set back from the road in an enviable position overlooking the village greensward. An entrance door leads into the hallway with a return staircase up to the first floor with useful understairs cupboard, doors to all primary rooms and the cloakroom which comprises a low level w/c and hand wash basin. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of matching base and eye level units with worktops and an inset composite sink and tiled splashbacks, built in ceramic hob with oven below, a built in dishwasher, a breakfast bar, dual aspect windows, and doors leading towards the reception rooms at the rear and utility. The utility room has additional cupboards with worktops over and inset sink, space and plumbing for undercounter appliances, and a side door leading to the garden. The generously sized lounge has a feature fireplace with inset log burner and double glazed sliding patio doors out to the garden room with floor to ceiling windows and underfloor heating.
The separate dining room has a window looking into the lounge and double patio doors overlooking the private rear garden. On the first floor, the landing gives access to all four bedrooms, family bathroom, loft hatch and airing cupboard. The principal bedroom benefits from having fitted wardrobes and use of an ensuite shower room. Bedrooms two and three are also ample in size whilst the fourth is a good size single or makes for a perfect home office. Outside
To the front of the property there is a good size driveway for up to four cars which leads to the single integral garage with power, lighting and manual up and over door to the front.
The property overlooks the village greensward with beautiful countryside views beyond this.
The rear garden commences with a patio area and the remainder being laid to lawn. A side gate provides access to the front of the property. The summer house and shed are set to remain. Location The property is situated In the picturesque village of Layer Breton within walking distance of the well regarded Hare & Hounds public house, local church, and a variety of country walks and cycle rides. The village is located a short drive from the Tollgate & Stane Retail Parks with Marks & Spencer's and Sainsbury's superstore amongst other national retailers. The neighbouring village of Birch has a primary school whilst the A12 dual carriageway is within a comfortable drive of this location, as is Marks Tey train station and Stanway that has highly regarded schooling. Directions Please use satnav code CO2 0PR. Important Information Council Tax band – F
Services – mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. The heating is oil fired.
EPC rating – D

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