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About this property

** Guide price £425,000 - £450,000 **

Acorn Cottage is an attractive, modern three-bedroom detached home occupying a pleasant position within the desirable village of Leavenheath, situated on the Essex–Suffolk border. The property offers well-proportioned and versatile accommodation, complemented by a detached garage, driveway parking and oil-fired central heating, making it an ideal home for families or buyers seeking peaceful village living with convenient access to nearby towns.

Property Description

The property is a well-presented home, designed to provide comfortable and practical living space. The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious living room with feature fireplace with wood burner, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, while the kitchen/dining area provides a functional hub of the home with ample space for everyday family living and dining. Large windows throughout allow plenty of natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.

Upstairs, the property offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, suitable for family use, guest accommodation or home working. These rooms are served by a family bathroom, and en-suite shower room fitted with modern sanitaryware.

Externally, the property enjoys a driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles and access to a detached garage with automatic door at the rear with additional parking space in front, offering additional storage or potential workshop space. The garden provides a pleasant outdoor setting with space for seating, recreation and enjoying the surrounding countryside environment.

Location

Acorn Cottage is situated within the rural village of Leavenheath, a charming and well-regarded community surrounded by attractive countryside close to the Suffolk and Essex border. The village has a strong community feel with local facilities including the Leavenheath Village Hall which hosts regular community activities and events.

The village is also home to the traditional public house The Hare and Hounds, providing a popular meeting place for residents and visitors.

While Leavenheath retains a peaceful rural setting, nearby villages and towns provide a wider range of everyday amenities. The neighbouring villages of Nayland and Stoke-by-Nayland offer local shops, cafés and additional services, while the larger centres of Sudbury and Colchester provide supermarkets, leisure facilities, restaurants and extensive retail options.

Schools and Education

The property is well positioned for access to a number of well-regarded schools in the surrounding area. Primary education is available at Nayland Primary School and Stoke by Nayland Church of England Primary School, both of which serve the local villages.

For secondary education, Thomas Gainsborough School in Cornard provides schooling for pupils aged 11–18.

In addition, the nearby city of Colchester offers a wide choice of highly regarded state and independent schools, making the area particularly attractive for families.

Transport and Connectivity

Despite its rural surroundings, Leavenheath benefits from convenient transport connections. The village lies just off the A134, providing road links to both Sudbury and Colchester, as well as onward connections to the wider regional road network.

Rail services are available from Colchester North railway station, which offers direct mainline services to London Liverpool Street in around one hour, making the area excellent for commuters wanting convenience and countryside living.

Bus services also operate through the village linking residents with nearby towns including Colchester and Sudbury.

Summary

This fabulous property presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a modern detached home in a sought-after rural village location. Offering three bedrooms, a detached garage, driveway parking and comfortable family accommodation, the property combines the tranquillity of countryside living with convenient access to local amenities, well-regarded schools and excellent transport links.



Hall


Kitchen/Diner
6.66m x 3.79m


Living Room
4.44m x 4.05m


Utility Room
2.97m x 1.79m


WC


1st Floor Landing


Bedroom 1
4.44m x 4.04m


En suite
2.59m x 1.18m


Bedroom 2
4.44m x 2.91m


Bedroom 3
3.46m x 2.36m


Bathroom

Room details

  • Hall
  • Kitchen/Diner
    6.66m x 3.79m
  • Living Room
    4.44m x 4.05m
  • Utility Room
    2.97m x 1.79m
  • WC
  • 1st Floor Landing
  • Bedroom 1
    4.44m x 4.04m
  • En suite
    2.59m x 1.18m
  • Bedroom 2
    4.44m x 2.91m
  • Bedroom 3
    3.46m x 2.36m
  • Bathroom

Key information

Council Tax Band: E

Tenure: Freehold

  • Utility supply:

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    Risks:

    • Flooded in last 5 years: Ask agent
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Energy Performance Certificate

EPC
  • Property responsive
    Stoke Road, Leavenheath, Colchester, Suffolk, CO6 3 detached house
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Agent details

Sudbury

    31 King Street
    Sudbury
    Suffolk
    CO10 2EQ
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