
Colchester, Essex · CO2
Abberton Road, Layer-De-La-Haye
Abberton Road, Layer-De-La-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2
Guide price · Originally listed at £1,000,000
Guide £900,000 - £1,000,000. Occupying a plot approaching 0.25 acres and enjoying uninterrupted views across open countryside to the rear, this beautifully presented six bedroom, three storey detached family home offers generous and versatile accommodation extending to approximately 2,818 sq ft.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Impressive six bedroom family home
- Capacious open plan living/kitchen/dining space
- Two reception rooms
- Utility room and ground floor w/c
- Three bathrooms
- Detached summer house
- Double garage
- 2818 sqft
- Large garden Backing onto countryside
- Approaching 0.25 acres
Read the full agent description
Situated in the highly sought-after village of Layer de la Haye, the property combines substantial living space with a peaceful semi-rural setting, whilst remaining within easy reach of Colchester and excellent transport links.
Ground Floor
The property is entered via a welcoming and spacious entrance hall with built-in storage cupboard. To the front aspect is a well-proportioned study, ideal for those working from home.
The impressive dual aspect sitting room provides an elegant and comfortable reception space, centred around an attractive fireplace.
To the rear of the property is a superb open-plan kitchen and dining room, perfectly designed for modern family living and entertaining. This expansive area flows seamlessly into a large family room with direct access onto the garden and terrace beyond.
A separate utility room provides additional practicality and includes a side door to the exterior.
First Floor
A returning staircase rises to a striking galleried landing which leads to four generously sized double bedrooms and the family bathroom.
The principal bedroom benefits from a recently installed en-suite shower room.
Second Floor
The second floor offers two further double bedrooms, one of which enjoys the advantage of its own en-suite shower room, making it ideal for guests, older children or multi-generational living.
Outside
The property is approached via a shingled in-and-out driveway, providing ample off-road parking. An electric gate to the side leads through to a substantial detached double garage with electric remote-controlled up-and-over door.
The beautifully maintained rear garden begins with extensive sun terrace areas, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, before extending onto a generous lawn backing directly onto open countryside.
A particularly attractive feature is the detached summerhouse, offering a versatile additional space which could be used as a cinema room, home office, gym, studio or games room.
The rear aspect enjoys superb far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, providing a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity.
What's Neraby
Layer de la Haye is a highly regarded village offering an excellent range of local amenities including a primary school, village store, public houses and a renowned farm shop selling local produce and home-reared meat.
Within walking distance is Abberton Reservoir and Visitor Centre, a popular destination for walkers, birdwatchers and photographers, with an abundance of wildlife, butterflies and wildfowl.
For leisure and wellbeing, Bannatyne Spa and Health Club is just a short drive away and offers gym, beauty and swimming facilities.
The historic city of Colchester is approximately 10 minutes away by car and provides an extensive range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities, together with a mainline railway station offering direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 50 minutes.
Marks Tey station is also within easy reach, whilst the A12 is approximately 10 minutes away, providing convenient access towards London, Ipswich and the A14. Stansted Airport can be reached in around 45 minutes.
The nearby coastline is also easily accessible, with West Mersea and Frinton-on-Sea both within comfortable reach. Mersea Island is particularly well known for its sailing, watersports and excellent seafood restaurants, whilst Frinton offers attractive sandy beaches and clear waters.
A feel for the area
Connected for everyday life
100%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
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Getting about
3.1 milesto Colchester Town Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 6.8 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 6.7 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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